When I first started homeschooling, I knew, without a doubt, I was homeschooling my kids for their benefit. I was going to focus on their individual needs. I was going to make sure that they explored what they each were interested in to their heart’s content. I would give them one on one instruction as …
It’s Fall! And the weather has finally decided to show it. Lol I’m loving the 70 degree days and 40 degree nights. I’m all about bundling up in warm socks and cozy blankets to play games, watch movies, or just hide from the cold. What better to have on these cold nights indoors than good …
Have you every noticed where you look when you are feeling down or discouraged? We look at our feet We look at our hands We look at the ground We look down when we feel down. Likewise, when we are happy or feeling well where do we look? We look at the sky We look …
Many of us include Fine Arts in our weekly curriculum. If you don’t, you should! It gives your children a break from formal reading and writing lessons, and it gives them an opportunity to be creative and learn to express themselves.
Being a homeschooler, we say some pretty odd things sometimes that other parents typically don’t. Math is not done on the dog. (well, honestly, sometimes it is) No we are not using the cat in a science experiment. (unless it is on feline behavior) Why are you doing your handwriting upside down? (apparently it’s better …
If you are a football fan, you have more than likely heard the term ‘take a knee’ in reference to the actual game and not protests in recent years. It’s when the play starts, the ball is handed to the quarterback, and the quarterback goes down on one knee. This act ends the play and …
Usually, articles that are related to homeschooling and breaks, tend to be about giving your kids breaks. Play breaks Mental breaks Scheduled breaks Short breaks between semesters But what about breaks for the teacher? Dentists, Doctors, and health providers all say
Let’s talk schedules. Daily schedules are a major piece in keeping your homeschool organized. It would be so nice if everything fell into place each day. You know little people and big people completed all their assignments without you telling them to do so. Meals just appear hot and ready on the table just as …
I have heard this phrase numerous times and in various ways. Put out the good you want to get back. Show others how you want them to treat you. Be the light in the world you want to see in the dark. If you want your kid to behave a certain way, then model that …
Today’s post will be short and sweet. I want to encourage you all today to always speak positive words and have positive thoughts toward your homeschool journey. What you say and think about your children, your teaching abilities, and your home all play a major role in your success this school year. You can not …
