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Looking for a fun, educational activity that’s not a worksheet? Organize or join a homeschool Book of the Month Club—the perfect way to get your homeschool group diving into great books and building valuable skills along the way!
Here’s how it works: the homeschool parents unite and vote on books for each month. Could be a classic, a modern favorite, or something totally offbeat (yes, graphic novels count!). Each family reads the book—whether it’s the kids reading independently or parents doing read-aloud sessions. Then, at the end of the month, all the students come together to present their take on the book.
Now, here’s where the fun really kicks in. The presentations can be as creative as your kids are:
- Act out a favorite scene: Nothing beats a dramatic performance of Tom Sawyer convincing his friends to paint a fence—or a pirate battle reenactment from Peter Pan if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Craft it up: Is your child a fan of hands-on projects? Encourage them to create something that ties into the story, like a cardboard windmill for Don Quixote or a paper mache dragon for The Hobbit. (Plus, it’s a good excuse to bring out the glitter glue.)
- Make a short comic: For the artistic ones, turning a key moment into a comic strip can be a super fun way to retell the story—and they get to practice summarizing too!
Of course, some kids prefer to keep it simple and just chat about their favorite character or explain the book’s plot. Whatever route they take, they’re building public speaking, organizational, and creative thinking skills, all while bonding with their peers in a relaxed, routine way.
Not only will your kids get to flex their reading (or listening) muscles, but they’ll also get to practice communicating their ideas in front of a group (cue the mini TED Talks!). Plus, it’s a great way to get everyone interacting with each other on a regular basis.
So, gather your homeschool squad, vote on some books, and let the fun presentations (and cardboard windmills) begin! It’s more fun and exciting than it sounds.
