HomeWorks by Precept Consultant Melinda Davis TX

09/02/2026

Got a little one who keeps asking, “When do I get to do school?”

Footsteps for Fours gives your PreK4 learner their own special school time while keeping learning fun and age-appropriate! From phonics and handwriting to math, heritage studies, crafts, holiday lessons, and plenty of learning through play, there’s lots to keep those little minds busy.

And yes—video lessons are available, too!

If you’re looking for PreK4 materials or wondering what would work best for your little learner, I’d be happy to help you take a look.

08/31/2026

Homeschool BINGO!

How many squares can you check off already?

School in pajamas? ✔️
“Please focus!” for the 47th time? ✔️
Second breakfast? Obviously. ✔️
Assigned only the evens or odds? That counts. ✔️

Every homeschool day looks a little different—and that’s part of the fun!

08/27/2026

🧬 Life Science... take THREE! 🎬😄

This is my third year in a row teaching BJU Press Life Science—but this time it's with kiddo #3! ❤️

I still get just as excited for the hands-on labs as the kids do!

One of my favorite parts of this course is watching students bring science to life through creative labs and activities. Learning really sticks when they can see it, build it, and experience it.

Here's to another year of curiosity, discovery, and making science unforgettable! 🔬✨

Created by Daniel Davis
BJU Press Science 7
Life Science – Chapter 3
**Note: I didn't not fact check the video...

08/25/2026

08/20/2026

Don't let the holidays sneak up on you! K4 & K5 include special holiday lessons, and some even have festive snacks to make. You might want to check the lesson plans before your child starts asking for ingredients! 🍪🦃

08/17/2026

Homeschooling is part teacher, part chef, part referee... and somehow still laundry manager. 😄 Here are a few tips to make your day run a little smoother!

08/07/2026

A flexible schedule can make all the difference in your homeschool day! 📚 Looking for practical ideas to create a routine that works for your family? Check out this helpful BJU Press article, and save these 10 time-saving tips for a smoother school year.

How do you create a homeschool schedule that works for your family? Here are some tips and sample schedules to help you get started on the right foot.

08/03/2026

As we begin our 9th 😲year of homeschooling, our theme is: "Attempt great things for God. Expect great things from God." — William Carey

May your school year be filled with faith, perseverance, and a willingness to trust God in every lesson and every challenge. Here's to another year of growing and expecting great things from Him! 💙💚

07/31/2026

One of my favorite questions to ask at the beginning of the school year is:

"If you could learn about one topic (money and time are no issue), what would you learn about?"

Their answers are always the best! 😂

At our house, we've had everything from history of weapons, sewing, coding, watercolor painting, Greek mythology, origami and black holes. I never know what answer is coming next!

Keep those answers in your back pocket. They're perfect for those afternoons when everyone needs a break from the regular routine. Head to the library, pull up a documentary, find a hands-on project, or spend an hour researching together. If you have the opportunity, turn it into a field trip—or even a trip someday! Learning becomes unforgettable when kids get to explore something they're genuinely excited about.

Some of our family's favorite homeschool memories started with one simple question. We just decided to run with their interests, and those rabbit trails often became the lessons they remembered most.

Just be warned...asking this question may result in carrying home an armful of library books on black holes, watching YouTube tutorials on watercolor techniques, pricing sewing machines, or suddenly knowing far more about Greek mythology than you ever expected. 😂

So...what topic would your kids choose? I'd love to hear their answers!