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May. 15, 2017
Homeschooling Away From a Fear Versus Towards a Goal
I didn't decide to homeschool for lofty reasons. I didn't have a clear vision for my children's education. I didn't even really want to be at home with them all day. I agreed to try homeschooling because we couldn't afford … Continue reading
Apr. 28, 2017
The Top 9 Reasons Kids Like Being Homeschooled
Parents deciding whether to homeschool will likely ask a vital question: Do kids actually like being homeschooled? We know that many moms and dads love homeschooling. We know it lines up with many parents' goals for their families. But what … Continue reading
Tagged benefits, Homeschooling, kids
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Apr. 26, 2017
3 Steps to a Calmer Homeschool Morning
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of trying to juggle homeschooling multiple grades, keep up your home, invest in your marriage, and have a little time to breathe? Do you feel like your schedule is too packed and your … Continue reading
Tagged goals, homeschool, mornings, routines, schedules, Time Management
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Apr. 24, 2017
Getting Angry as a Homeschool Mom: Strategies to Help
"I wish I didn't yell at my kids." "I try so hard to be patient, but I lose my cool at least once a day. Then I feel terrible." "I make my son cry during Math!" "I'm setting a bad … Continue reading
Tagged anger, anger management, attitude, emotions, example, forgiveness, grace, parenting, set an example
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Apr. 17, 2017
How NOT to Teach the Difference Between Fact and Opinion
How do you teach your children the difference between fact and opinion? It seems most schools do so in a disturbing way. It looks innocent enough, but the results are a bit scary. Read this description from the Common Core: … Continue reading
Apr. 10, 2017
Eight Ways to Show Your Family Love During Your Homeschool Day
Are you a person who gets overwhelmed on Pinterest? Do the crafts, decorating tips, elaborate desserts, and backyard landscaping make you feel somehow inferior as a parent? Fortunately you don't have to have a Pinterest perfect life in order to show your … Continue reading
Apr. 7, 2017
How & Why to Teach Your Children to See More Than One Perspective
We don’t see perfectly, because we don’t (and can’t) see everything. But with our finite view of the world, we can do our best to listen to others and to hear their perspectives. This is something we strive to do as homeschoolers: … Continue reading
