Grabbing Time
My long-term goal is to be an author. A writer. I mean, technically I already am one, but I'd like to be the kind of author that makes...
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A New Book!
August was a blur of school prep and getting our school year kicked off. Oh, we also took a trip to see our oldest daughter and...
Pick a Reason, Any Reason
There are a myriad of reasons for homeschooling. Today I’m going to list some for you to think about. Maybe you’ll find some you agree...
Free Stuff for Teachers!
As we all get ready to kick off the new school year, taking a little time to teach about manners, kind words, and friendship can go a...
Kicking Off the Morning
How do you get your homeschool day started? I'm guessing a good percentage of homeschool moms would say, "With coffee." Some of you don't...
Quick Start Guide for Homeschooling
Have you decided to homeschool this upcoming school year? You have plenty of time to get ready. If you are seeing this post literally...
Homeschool School Supply List
When I first began homeschooling, I was certainly wishing someone would give me a printed list like all the schools got so I would know...
Homeschool Prep You Might Not Think About
Yes ma'am. It's time to start getting ready for the school year! If you are super nerdy like me and LOVE planning and researching...
Teaching the Wiggle Worm
I have one particular child who doesn’t sit very well. Oh she CAN sit. I can make her. But it isn’t her preferred stance while doing...
Your Learning Community
How to build a learning community around you for your homeschool. Addresses the question, "But what about socialization?"
Celebrating Emancipation
Celebrating Juneteenth (Emancipation Day) with your family.
One Big Thing
The loss of their usual routine during the summer can really affect some kids (and parents!). Finding your summer vibe is important to...
Summer Reading & Rewards
Every summer we participate in our local library's summer reading program. My children have always enjoyed logging their books and...
Reading That Is NOT Schoolwork
When school lets out for the year, it is tempting to want to toss those disgusting backpacks, throw away all the paperwork for the...
Decades Have Happened in Weeks
I recently came across this quote: "There are decades when nothing happens. There are weeks when decades happen." I wish I could give...
Behind the Scenes in October
I know more about ISBN numbers than I ever wanted to now. Children's books must be laid out in multiples of four. Your pages must be one...
Let's Talk About the Weather
It's an old joke amongst homeschoolers: They never get a snow day. If the weather is bad, that's practically IDEAL homeschool weather....
The Book is Better
When we first began our homeschooling journey, we were invited to a book club for my older daughter, who was about 9 at the time. That...
Wearing All the Hats
Look, I'm used to multi-tasking. I have been at this mothering gig for nearly 22 years and I've been homeschooling for 14 years. I can...
The Great Summer Schedule Decision
It seems there are 2 main schools of thought on summer: 1. Let them be bored. 2. Fill the days up with good things. At the extreme, the...
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