Every year there are new moms dipping toes into the waters of homeschooling by starting with a preschooler. Every year these same moms ask their more veteran homeschool mom friends for advice and come away disappointed by the response they get. In this episode Mystie Winckler and I have a message for these new moms…
Creating effective and realistic goals for our homeschools can be a challenge. These questions and answers related to homeschool goal setting will help you define and implement your own priorities in your children’s learning. How Do I Create Homeschool Goals When I Am Not Sure What Our School Year Will Look Like? Does it make…
You can’t turn around without smacking into STEM or STEAM-focused offerings for kids nowadays, especially as summer approaches and your mailbox becomes more and more stuffed with camp brochures promising to infuse even your preschooler with a love of science and wonder. I personally think things are getting a little out of hand on this…
July here in the South is extra hot, but I know a number of more northern states enjoy wonderful, warm weather. Whatever the weather, we have nature study, liturgical living, food, books, and learning ideas will inspire you for a month of family learning fun. Nature Study In July The zoo and living things take center…
There are only so many hours in a week to get the homemaking, the homeschooling, and all the other things (including a job if you have one!) done. There is a myth about balance in our lives. This single mindset shift just might save your sanity! Homeschooling and Family Life There are so many things…
If you’ve been homeschooling for a while, you may have heard about the concept of “planning from behind”. Some moms say that It helps them be more spontaneous and it keeps them from feeling stressed when they can’t follow the plan. The concept of planning from behind is often perceived as something easier and less…
One of the things that I hear a lot of people say is, “I’m not a planner. It’s just not something I do.” There are a lot of reasons why people feel like they’re not planners and I don’t want to discount anyone’s feelings on the matter. If you’re not a planner, that’s OK. I…
I’ve heard all the reasons why you don’t want to spend time planning your homeschool year. “I’m spontaneous. I just wanna do whatever I want to do” “Planning is not worth it. You can make all these plans and it doesn’t mean that it’s actually going to happen.” I’ve heard it all, but today I’ve…
Can You Successfully Homeschool Preschool? The answer is a resounding, ‘Yes!” This is everything you need to get started. I am encouraged by the way our routine is falling into place around here. Without too much prompting from me our days tend to follow a particular pattern that just works for us. I notice that…
It’s JUNE! Summer is finally here. Enjoy learning together in the warmth and beauty of nature or cool off inside with our fun history and story book ideas. We have nature study, liturgical living, food, books, and learning ideas will inspire you for a month of family learning fun. Nature Study In June Outside and summer…
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