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...
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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...
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 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...
What About Teaching Multiple Grade Levels?
It can be hard to imagine teaching all of your children at one time if there is a spread in their ages, but it can be done. If your...
Let's Talk About Co-ops
Are you familiar with the term "co-op"? It's short for cooperative and it can have different meanings. For example, farmers can have a...
I'm Here to Tell You It's O.K.
Did you know that you don't have to have your child do every single math problem in a lesson? They can do just the odd numbered problems...
A Little Nanny McPhee Before the Year Starts
If you've seen the 2005 movie starring Emma Thompson, then will may remember Nanny McPhee's criteria when she first arrives at the home...
Preschool: Late or Early?
It might help to start thinking about the #youngeryears by discussing a few schools of thought. Oh come on, Brenda, I just want you to...
Can I Homeschool Preschool?
Or Kindergarten? Why yes, you can! In fact, these years are such a wonderful time to begin homeschooling because you can establish good...
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