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Making Math a Delight with Denise Gaskins
In this episode, I sit down with Denise Gaskins, math educator and author, to talk about how we can transform math from a dreaded subject into something joyful and engaging. Denise shares why so many homeschoolers struggle with math and how shifting our approach can make a huge difference. She encourages parents to make math playful through games,…
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How to Feel Less Busy Even When You Can’t Be
There’s a common misconception by many non-homeschoolers that what homeschoolers do all day is stay tucked inside their houses reading classical literature and practicing for the National Spelling Bee. This misconception feeds into the whole socialization myth that continues to plague every homeschool mom who ever lived. Typically the reality is much, much different than…
The Ultimate Guide to My Book House for Homeschoolers
Gather in homeschool circles for very long and you will come across mention of My Book House. Usually, the questions about this beloved set of books are either “Are they worth the cost?” or  “How do I use them in the homeschool once I have them?” I am going to come right out and say that I…
The most important person in your homeschool plan is not your kid
In this world, there are two kinds of people. People who buy any old planner and just use it, and people who buy multiple planning products and never really use any of them. There’s quite possibly a need for a twelve-step program for that last group. 🙂 The people in the last group aren’t wishy-washy….
How Perfectionism Is Destroying Your Homeschool Consistency
This episode dives into the heart of why consistency is the cornerstone of a successful homeschool. Pam explains why perfectionism, rather than laziness, is often the biggest obstacle and shares a new mindset shift to help you make progress, even on less-than-perfect days. Listen to the Podcast: Links and Resources From Today’s Show Key Ideas…
Homeschool Planning Success: A Step By Step Guide (2022)
Three years ago my husband was deployed with the Alabama National Guard. Since we are a Guard family, we know that it can always happen, but this one took us a little by surprise. He was tagged to go with a unit that was not his own and therefore two years earlier than what we had…
How three lists can save your homeschool… and your sanity
I got an email this morning that almost made me break out into hives. It was from a popular homeschool planning company that was touting their ready-made homeschool plans. Now having done this homeschool mentor thing for a number of years I know that people really want plans that are already made — after all…
Ten Steps to the Perfect Homeschool Plan
The perfect homeschool plan is not elusive. In fact, it is easy to create the perfect plan for your family if you begin by considering the needs of your family, considering your limitations as a homeschool teacher, and avoiding common pitfalls. Planning means following a series of prescribed steps that will ensure that you have a…
It’s time for the checklist homeschool moms to stop apologizing
My kids piled out of the mini-van and chatted happily, heading in the door of the donut shop. It was hot — almost 100 degrees on this mid-July day. But it was the first day of school and that means donuts. This was not some spontaneous decision made in the moment, but instead, a planned…
Homeschooling is NOT your hobby
I hope I convinced you that homeschool mamas need hobbies. I convinced myself. Now I’m going to say something somewhat controversial. I think your hobby should be something for you. I want to encourage you to choose something that isn’t just supportive of your vocation as a Homeschool Mom. I would love to see us…
Five Fantastic Homeschool Room Hacks
The key to an organized homeschool is a functional space for all of your materials. That space might be a few tote bags, a bookshelf, a closet, or an entire room, but the key is to create useful storage that works for you. We have had our Ikea homeschool room (<—- See our FUN MAKEOVER!)…
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