Exploration

Have you ever opened a piano book and noticed those sharps or flats sitting quietly at the beginning of the staff? Maybe your child asked, “What do those mean?” and you thought, I used to know… but I’m not sure I can explain it clearly anymore. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. One…

December is the perfect time for homeschool families to pause, breathe, and prepare for a fresh start. After weeks of Christmas School, concerts, recitals, holiday travel, and festive chaos, most of us feel ready for a reset. And if you’re like many homeschool moms I talk to, one of your New Year’s goals is finally…

Composer Spotlight: George F. Handel and his Messiah Every December, families all over the world gather in churches and concert halls to hear one of the most glorious works of all time: Messiah by George Frideric Handel. From the triumphant “Hallelujah Chorus” to the joyful “For Unto Us a Child Is Born,” this masterpiece has…

Ready to celebrate the season in a truly magical way? You’re invited to Nuttin’ But Fun: A Nutcracker Teatime, a festive online event hosted by Alisha and Olivia Gratehouse of Masterpiece Society, Dachelle from Literary Adventures for Kids, and me—Gena Mayo of Music in Our Homeschool! On December 1, 2025, we’ll spend the afternoon stepping…

My Favorite Singing Games for Homeschool Music Education When you think of teaching music in your homeschool, what comes to mind? For many families, it’s singing songs, listening to classical music, or maybe learning to play an instrument. But one of the simplest—and most joyful—ways to give your kids a solid foundation in music is…