Tara D.

Instructional Designer | Curriculum Developer | Children's Book Author | Educational Graphic Designer Need an experienced educator who can turn your idea into a polished, engaging course, children's book, workbook, or educational product? I'm a former public school educator, curriculum developer, published children's author, graphic designer, and founder of The Homestead Homeschool. I specialize in creating educational content that is well-organized, visually appealing, age-appropriate, and ready for real-world use. Unlike writers who only provide a manuscript or designers who only create graphics, I can take an educational project from concept through curriculum planning, writing, illustration and layout, editing, and publication-ready formatting. INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & CURRICULUM I develop engaging, structured learning experiences for educational publishers, online learning platforms, homeschool businesses, schools, and independent course creators. My services include: Instructional design and online course development K–12 curriculum writing and course outlines Learning objectives, lesson sequencing, and assessments Standards-aligned lesson plans and instructional materials Preschool and early childhood learning activities Educational workbooks, teacher guides, and student resources STEM, STEAM, science, history, and life skills curriculum Project-based learning and differentiated instruction Educational games, interactive activities, and printable resources Course content review, editing, and subject matter research I have developed hundreds of educational resources for preschool through high school learners, including comprehensive unit studies, online classes, certificate courses, educational games, and hands-on learning projects. CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITING, DESIGN & EDUCATIONAL PUBLISHING I'm the author and publisher of the American History Unfolded children's graphic novel and companion activity book series, along with children's coloring and activity books and educational board and card games. I understand the complete children's publishing process, from developing an engaging concept and age-appropriate manuscript to designing interior pages and preparing books for Amazon KDP. My services include: Children's nonfiction and educational book writing Picture book manuscripts and emergent readers Children's graphic novels and illustrated educational stories Coloring books, puzzle books, and activity books Workbook writing, design, and page layout Educational board games, card games, and printable activities Canva graphic design and educational illustrations Book interior formatting and Amazon KDP preparation Manuscript editing, educational fact-checking, and beta reading Educational product descriptions and promotional materials SOCIAL MEDIA, COMMUNITY CONTENT & NICHE MARKETING I also help education, parenting, homeschooling, and homesteading brands create content that connects with their audiences. I manage an Ohio homeschool Facebook community with more than 15,000 members, a homesteading women's community of approximately 8,000 members, and a smaller niche homeschool and homesteading community. I organize a five-county homeschool co-op, coordinate educational events and classes, and maintain professional relationships with educational organizations and publishers, including The Tuttle Twins and The Old Schoolhouse. My marketing and content services include: Social media graphics, captions, and content calendars Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and community-focused content Skool community posts, lessons, challenges, and engagement content Homeschool, parenting, and homesteading influencer outreach Educational product launches and promotional campaigns Email newsletters and blog content SEO-focused educational articles Community engagement and parent communication Canva templates and branded marketing graphics EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE MEETS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING Before founding The Homestead Homeschool, I worked in public education and journalism. My experience includes classroom teaching, educational program coordination, newspaper editing, and writing for regional and national publications, including Yahoo News and USA Today. That combination gives me a practical understanding of instructional quality, research, storytelling, visual communication, editorial standards, and publishing deadlines. I work extensively with Canva, WordPress, digital publishing platforms, AI-assisted creative tools, and online educational resources. WHY WORK WITH ME? I understand the people who will actually use your content—students, teachers, parents, and independent learners. Whether you need a complete online course, a children's activity book, a homeschool curriculum, educational graphics, or engaging content for your parenting or education brand, I bring the perspective of an educator, the creativity of an author, and the attention to detail of an experienced editor,