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Dec. 11, 2020
5 Keys to Help You & Your Spouse Decide to Homeschool
When you feel in your heart that God is calling you to homeschool, it’s tempting to plow ahead and make the decision, leaving your spouse behind. I understand...I’ve been there too. When I began feeling that God was calling us … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling, husband, pros, spouse, why homeschool
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Dec. 9, 2020
13 Ways to Change Your Child's Attitude Toward Copywork
Copywork...some kids love it. Some kids hate it. If your child is in the hate camp, you might be wondering how to make it more enjoyable for them. I’m here to help! Copywork doesn’t have to be a drudgery. It … Continue reading
Tagged copywork, language arts, writing
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Dec. 2, 2020
The Difference between Reluctant and Hungry Eaters (and Learners)
Have you ever tried to feed a toddler who doesn't want to eat? You don't get very far. It's a lot of work, and most of the food ends up on the floor. But if that same toddler is hungry? … Continue reading
Oct. 26, 2020
Stories from New Homeschoolers: How to Juggle Working & Teaching
In the Sonlight Connections group (membership for anyone with a free account on sonlight.com) and the Sonlight Newbies group (membership offered to qualified new Sonlighters), we asked brand new, unexpected homeschoolers how they are juggling working with teaching their children at home. Bottom line … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling, WAHM, work from home, working
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Oct. 23, 2020
7 Steps to Starting a Homeschool Co-Op You & Your Kids Will Love
Homeschool co-ops are a source of connection and fellowship for families all over the country. At co-ops, bonds are formed, and people come together for one purpose: raising and educating children. My family began a homeschool co-op in our small … Continue reading
Oct. 15, 2020
3 Steps Before You Begin Assessing Your Child’s Progress
“But how will I know if my child is where he should be?” That’s usually one of the first few questions prospective homeschool moms ask me. Read on to discover the answer!
Tagged assessing, assessments, gaps, homeschool, measuring, Testing
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Oct. 15, 2020
8 Ways to Assess (and Document) Your Child's Learning
Assessing your child doesn’t have to be complicated. My favorite motto for just about everything homeschool related is “Keep It Simple!” So, keep that in mind as you read through this list, and remember there are several different ways to … Continue reading
Tagged assessments, gaps, homeschool, measuring, progress, Testing
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