Hi THSC Friend,

Now that the weather is cooling down a bit, it’s the time that my kids get the desire to go on homeschool field trips and observe the changing seasons! Even if the leaves that are falling aren’t quite orange or vivid hues where you are - we are in central Texas, so this is rare - you can still get into the cozy, autumn spirit.

We always love to check out the Read Aloud Revival seasonal booklists! For October, the list is full of fall favorites, like Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlingson and The Biggest Pumpkin Ever by Steven Kroll. You can probably find them out at your local library.

Also, we are planning to do some of the activities in this colorful unit study centered around pumpkins! Complete with math activities, learning science with the life cycle of pumpkins, and even pumpkin Pointillism art - pumpkin spice scented playdough, anyone? - this is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy.

Happy Autumn,

Jessica Lovett

THSC Lead Editor and Writer

Ideas for Simple Homeschool Lunches

It’s no mean feat to manage to homeschool, especially if you’re also working from home. Sandwiches are fine; but, if you want to mix things up a bit, read on for homeschool lunch ideas that take less than 30 minutes to prepare in advance and under three minutes to put together.

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Our Welcome to Homeschooling ebook has been completely redesigned and updated with you in mind! Whether you’re new to homeschooling or a seasoned pro, get some fresh inspiration about scheduling your day, banishing the blues, and even celebrating your child’s unique learning styles. There is even a translation of the ebook in Spanish. 

We’d love to share it with you - become a member today to receive the ebook.

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Do you have a student who is interested in Event Planning as a career?

Being a THSC Event Planner Intern is a wonderful resume-building experience. Interns research, coordinate, and help run events like Capitol Days, Called to Teach Conventions, Texas Homeschool Graduation, THSC Gala and Fundraiser, and more. Go to our Event Planner Intern Program page for more information and to apply.

Giving Tuesday

With Giving Tuesday coming up on November 30th this year, THSC is seeking your help to raise $10,000 to assist us in advocating for homeschool families in Texas! Will you please consider giving a generous gift of $25, $75, or $150 toward our November 30th Giving Tuesday goal? In doing so, you are Keeping Texas Families Free!

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