Welcome to the December 2020 issue of Homeschooling Teen magazine! The articles for this month are listed below. Or view them all at HomeschoolingTeen.com. Enjoy!
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Editor’s Column
Letter from the Editor – December 2020
Homeschooling Teen is a monthly online magazine for homeschooled high schoolers ages 13-19, BY Homeschool Teens… FOR Homeschool Teens!
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Homeschooling Teen Profile
Sarah Holman, Homeschool Grad and Author
Sarah Holman is a homeschool graduate, author of many books, and blogger at Homeschool Authors.
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Guest Column
Tips For Safety In Online Learning
This article will give you a few easy ways to make sure you are safe in online learning.
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Homeschooling High School
Homeschool Schedule Ideas for Better Productivity
It’s no secret that scheduling increases productivity, especially for homeschoolers. Have a look at these tips and increase your work efficiency!
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Homeschool Electives
Spanish Cultural Program for Teenagers
This four-month Spanish Cultural Program includes a reading club, screening of short films, poetry recitals, and introductory workshops on creative writing.
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College Life
Do you like to decorate with artwork, photos, posters and prints? Then you will love Artsy Bucket – they are offering a 20% discount for Homeschoolingteen.com.
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Homeschool Friendly College
The Mount Hood Community College student body mirrors the diverse group of people that make up the community.
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Careers
Discussing Alternative Options to College with Your Teen
From trades to jobs that can be done without a degree, here are some alternative options to college.
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Readers Write
Gemma says: “I’ve been homeschooled all my life. I love to write poetry and prose.”
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Camille’s Poetry Corner
The goal of writing this poem is to empower people everywhere to speak out and stop ocean pollution.
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Mind-Overload
Mindful Ways to De-stress During the Holidays
We all have those bad days after which we need to de-stress.
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Life’s a Beach
Cooking with the Beach Chilies
Ali writes about all the big and little happenings that spice life up, the chaos of a big family, homeschooling, farming, and cooking.
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Grace’s Garden
Review of Avatar: The Last Airbender Season Two
Avatar: The Last Airbender Season One was good, but I recently watched Avatar: The Last Airbender Season Two, and… it gets better.
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Read the Bible
Shouting for Joy: Worshiping in God’s Presence
In keeping with the Christmas season, let me share a thought about shouting for joy in God’s presence.
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Right-Wing Teen
Contested Elections are Nothing New
Our nation’s first contested presidential election was in 1800 and the most recent was in 2000.
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Advice Paradise
Advice Paradise: Right and Wrong, Trash Talk, and More
Advice Paradise is a new column where you can ask questions, read our answers, and offer your own advice!
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The World Around Us
Holiday Hosting in the Age of COVID-19: Practical Tips for Parents
Holiday gatherings may look different this year, but that doesn’t mean you need to put your holiday hosting duties on hold.
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Product Reviews
Swaddling is the ancient practice of snugly wrapping a baby to calm them and help them sleep. Now you can get cozy, too, in a weighted blanket!
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Teen Tech Talk
Looking for great gift ideas for tech-loving teens? Check out this list of ten tech toys for teens!
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STEM Time
Rosetta Institute Science Camps for High School Students
Rosetta Institute workshops are offered year-round, with residential, commuter, and online options available.
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Scholarships
HireAHelper Skilled Trade & Technology Scholarships
HireAHelper is passionate about helping students achieve higher education, so they offer a $2,000 scholarship four times a year.
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Infographic
Infographic: All About Christmas Trees
An infographic showing the history of Christmas trees, the five common types of Christmas trees, and popular decorating trends.
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Your freebie for this month is: “The Nativity Story.”
Two-page Word doc | Two-page PDF
Print it out (double-sided) and make copies for inserting in Christmas cards, give as handouts, or read aloud to the kids. Remember, Jesus is the reason for the season.——————————
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