Author: Megan Zechman

Books Written by Living Authors That Preteens/ Teens Will Want to Read. I try to give my kids a wide variety of reading material throughout the year and I always include books by contemporary authors. If your middle schooler doesn’t normally read contemporary novels, have them give one of these a try.

Awesome Middle School Fiction Books That Will Delight Tweens

My kids realize that they’re a bit different compared to most traditional middle school students and they're okay with that. Too often kids put aside their own beliefs, passions, and opinions just to fit in. Homeschooling has given my kids a chance to be their authentic selves. There's still pressure and bullying, but they don't work hard to fit into someone else's idea of who they should be. What makes your homeschooler unique? #homeschooling #tweens #teens #middleschool #educationpossible

Yes, My Homeschoolers are Weird – and I Love It!

Does your middle schooler like to play Minecraft? Add the game to your lesson plan activities. My teen is taking an online class called Minecraft History Museum. Over the course of 10 weeks (or lessons), kids design and create a history museum exhibit, based on the life of a historical figure. It’s a wonderful way to bring history to life for older kids.

Building an Interactive History Museum in Minecraft

Sewing is one of the life skills I want my girls to master, so I'm always looking for teen DIY projects they'll enjoy creating. My middle schooler loves Minecraft, so I knew these cute Minecraft stuffies would be a huge hit. It's a simple sewing project that's perfect for older kids. If you're teaching your teens how to sew, give these blocks a try, especially if they are a Minecraft fan. #learntosew #easysewingproject #diyforteens #minecraft #middleschool #tweens #teens #educationpossible

These Minecraft Stuffies are an Easy Sewing Project for Tweens

Challenge Middle Schoolers with these 5 Excellent Classics For our second month of our 2016 Reading Adventure, I’ve decided to focus on the classics. I began introducing classic books into our home school when they were in elementary school. Now my tween and teen have a real appreciation for them.

Classic Books for Middle School that will Challenge Tweens

I love adding board games into our homeschool lesson plans. They're a fun and simple way to teach key concepts and review facts. One of my favorite places to use board games in middle school is in history. There are a lot of names, dates, and facts that kids need to learn and games are a fun way to teach this information. I've shared two of my favorite games for hands-on history - is yours one of them? #historyisfun #middleschool #tweens #teens #educationpossible #homeschooling #handsonhistory

American History Board Games are Fun & Interesting

5 Personal Growth Books Appropriate for Tweens & Teens To start off the 2016 Reading Adventure, I've decided to start off with personal growth. As adults, we’re very familiar with the personal growth/personal improvement genre, but we don’t always think about it for our kids. But they’re trying to figure out who they are and where they fit in too. It’s important that we constantly inspire and encourage our middle school kids during their journey.

Personal Growth Books That Will Motivate Teens

The 2016 Reading Adventure for Middle Schoolers - FREE Printable To take advantage of this new year, Susan and I want you and your middle school students to join us on a great reading adventure. Every month, let your tween/teen choose one of the 12 different types of books, then work together find an appropriate title for them to read. Every month we'll be sharing our book selections and our subscribers will cool tools to go along with the reading challenge.

The 2016 Reading Adventure for Middle Schoolers – FREE Printable

Giving is an important life skill for teens to learn. Most teens can't wait to volunteer. Middle school is the perfect time to teach them that they can make a difference in the world. I've shared a variety of ideas you and your teen can use to give back to your community. Even if they're still not old enough to volunteer in person, there are still many ways that kids can support a cause they believe in. Our favorites are included - are yours? #lifeskills #tweens #teens #giving #educationpossible

How to Make a Difference in the World as a Teenager

5 Days of Teen Approved Fun and Simple Christmas Ideas

5 Days of Teen Approved Fun and Simple Christmas Ideas

Middle School Girls: Fast and Easy DIY Gifts to Make for your Friends. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or just because.

6 Terrific DIY Gifts for Teen Girls to Create

Is history a struggle? Social studies doesn't have to be boring. Want to know the secret for breathing life into American history? Make it as interactive as possible. Instead of reading about it from a textbook, use unique tools and fun projects to engage your middle schooler. Here are three things that we do in our home school to make the subject of history as exciting as possible. The third one is our favorite. #americanhistory #tweens #teens #homeschoolhistory #middleschool #educationpossible

How to Make American History Interesting for Kids