In an ideal world, I could sit down with homeschooling and mothering greats like Susan Wise Bauer and Sally Clarkson. I could pull up my chair, grab them by the shoulders, and pepper them with questions. But, I can't. So, I do the next best thing. I tune in. I make time for Podcasts.
Homeschool stereotypes seem silly, but (gasp!) some of them are actually true! Join me as I come clean about things homeschool moms don't want you to know!
Do you make these mistakes that bring more stress to your homeschool? Use these solutions to be a more relaxed homeschooler.
Have you heard about The Good and The Beautiful controversy? It is a hot topic in homeschool circles and I'm sharing my thoughts here.
Interested in a homeschool hack that will help streamline your morning? You need to read this! Check out this simple tip has made my mornings oh so much easier. It's a tip I recommend to all my homeschool friends - beginners or seasoned. Check it out! #homeschoolmom #homeschoolhacks #homeschooltips #homeschoolhelp #homeschoolmorning
Feeling burnt out, frustrated and exhausted? Need real joy and replenishment? Here’s my story of how I’m dealing with mom burnout (and my #1 way I’m finding happiness through this challenging time). Discover how to get the hope and strength you need to be the best mom you can be!
Homeschooling can be tough, but the days are filled with hilarious moments. These funny homeschool memes perfectly capture the messy days
Just stepping your toes into the world of homeschooling? Wondering what the different types of homeschooling methods are and which one is the best fit for your family? Choosing a homeschool style can seem daunting and overwhelming at first, but taking the time initially to learn all the different methods will help you to understand … The Different Types of Homeschooling Methods Explained Read More »
From utilizing a family chore routine to making simple swaps on your weekend! Keep your home clean and tidy while homeschooling the kids!
Do you suspect that your child has ADHD? Have you wondered what that means for your homeschool journey? Should you have him or her tested? Can you even do homeschooling properly with an ADHD child?
Homeschooling can be tough, but the days are filled with hilarious moments. These funny homeschool memes perfectly capture the messy days
Well, work from home Jobs for homeschool moms are now a thing!
When it comes to homeschool socialization, teachers get an awful lot wrong. I should know - I used to be one. Here's the truth according to a homeschool mom.
Find out how this family is making working full time and homeschooling work for them!
If you are new to homeschooling & want to set yourself up for success, here are some dos & don'ts as you get started your first year homeschooling.
You can work full-time outside the home and homeschool. 5 moms share practical tips on making working and homeschooling work for your family.
Inside: I thought my kids hated Charlotte Mason narration, so I quit using it. Two years later, my kids started narrating spontaneously and without prompting, but this kind of narration was different. I was introduced
Memes. They can cram an entire argument into one witty frame. Homeschoolers can hold their own when it comes to great memes. Here is a list of 100 great homeschool memes from some great bloggers and artists including yours truly. Plus, get to the end and find out how to enter to win $100!
Deciding between homeschooling or sending your kid to public school can be all consuming. Going back and forth is...mentally exhausting! I want to help you get closer to a decision that's right for your family. To think through some questions you haven't asked yet. I found it easy to find reasons why homeschooling would be
So, your child hates writing? Don't panic, Friend. Back away from the writing curriculum & check out these 25 teaching tips that work!
Wondering about whether or not to make the leap to homeschool your kids...but you just can't decide? Have tons of questions and not really sure where to find real answers? I have 100% been where you are at! This post will walk you through all the homeschool questions you've been wrestling with and help you make the best, informed decision for you and your kids!
Looking for the best homeschool language arts curriculum for dyslexia & ADHD? In this post, homeschool moms share their favorite programs!
I find homeschool memes so fun, although, since COVID most "homeschool" memes have turned into parents being terrified of having their kids at home, which
British Literature - One Year of High School Reading and Thinking. No busywork - British Literature High School Study Guides that teens like!
Homeschooling with Dyslexia -- a mom of 7 dyslexic kids explains why homeschooling is the best way to teach these bright, outside the box thinkers the way they learn.
Curious about classical education? Where do you start with Classical homeschooling? This Christian classical reading list tells you exactly what you need ...
Want to know what homeschool language arts program to choose? This post contains a Huge collection of homeschool language arts curriculum favorites.
Every homeschool mom could use a little encouragement. These are my favorite books to pull off the shelf when it's my turn.
So, today's post is completely out of the normal. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite homeschool memes. There is just something about memes . . .
This side-by-side comparison of homeschooling vs public school will help you determine which path to take. Written by a mom who has taught both, if is filled with home truths and practical encouragement. If you are doubting you've made the right choice, read this!
So, today's post is completely out of the normal. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite homeschool memes. There is just something about memes . . .
Before I begin, I want to be clear about something. I am not 'anti-public school.' I went to public school. I had a positive experience in public school. I know that, for many parents, public school is the best choice for their family. I support public school teachers and administrators, and I believe that the decisions we make about educating our children are highly personal and vary greatly from family to family, and even from child to child. But this socialization argument needs to go. Why is this the first thing that pops into people's minds when they want to argue against homeschooling? It baffles me. The stereotype of the shut-in, isolated homeschooler is so outdated and inaccurate. Just spend five minutes scrolling homeschool-related hashtags on Instagram and you'll see what I mean. Those kids are making solar panels out of recycled materials in their STEM co-ops. They're reading to people at the local retirement home. They're running amuck with their forest playgroups, rehearsing with their community theatre troupe, collecting canned foods for the needy, touring the local fire station, hosting book clubs, and traveling the world. Sure, there are occasions where that tired old stereotype might be true, but
Homeschooling can be tough, but the days are filled with hilarious moments. These funny homeschool memes perfectly capture the messy days
“Are there any tax breaks for homeschoolers?” Carol Topp, the Homeschool CPA, answers this question in the blog post.
My top 25 homeschool memes! The best Hifalutin sarcasm and laughs! Rebuttals for naysayers, inspiration for the unsure, and memes of motivation to share!
If you have been following around here for a little while you may know that we (well, I) decided to give the Charlotte Mason method a try for this school
Want to take your kid's knowledge to the next level in your homeschool? 16 old-fashioned or vintage skills to boost your homeschool experience.
Homeschooling is in my blood. I was homeschooled myself so it’s pretty much all I’ve known. But that didn’t stop my blood from running cold as my son’s kindergarten year was fast approaching and the reality of the massive responsibility came crashing in. “What if I hate having to do ‘school’ again?” “What if it’s [...]
We've all been there: the buckle at the knees, the unappealing pout, maybe the folded arms and determined scowl, all preceding the dreaded "WHY do I have to do this?!?!?!?"
You can work full-time outside the home and homeschool. 5 moms share practical tips on making working and homeschooling work for your family.
So, today's post is completely out of the normal. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite homeschool memes. There is just something about memes . . .
Want to teach your child the most important spelling rules? These are the basics and will help your child spell common words.
For years now, I and other alumni have been calling attention to problems in the homeschool world---children left unprepared, young adults struggling---and for years we've been poo-pooed and talked over by homeschool parents who would prefer to share self-righteous memes like the one above than to talk about the actual issues homeschool alumni face. You know what? I'm not letting this one slide. Click through to read more!
Are you wondering if you can homeschool an only child successfully? You may be concerned about the big "socialization" question, but let me calm your fears. As you start homeschooling, keep in mind all of these amazing benefits of homeschooling an only child.
Learn from my mistakes and avoid these ten huge mistakes that I made during our first year of homeschooling.
As homeschooling parents trying to raise our kids for God, anger can be an obastacle. I'd even say uncontrolled anger can be a homeschool destroyer.
Are you wondering if you can homeschool while working full-time? Avoiding these homeschooling mistakes will make it a success!
It's happened often enough that I don't take offense anymore - person discovers I'm homeschooling only one of my kiddos, person inquires as to why, person discovers my kiddo is classified as profoundly gifted, person is either wildly interested or mildly threatened, then person asks, in all earnestness, "Do you think you can keep up
A homeschooling Day in the Life from Amber of Pitter Patter and Constant Chatter, who unschools her two daughters in Canada.
