Category Archives: Enrichment

Afterschooling, Funschooling, and Electives

Jul. 19, 2017

8 Ideas for Nature Study in Urban Areas

By Gina Munsey

In the homeschool world, the idea of rural living pops up a lot. In everything from literature to suggested activities to Instagram hashtags, there’s widespread admiration for the wild outdoors, the idyllic farm, and acres upon acres of open land. … Continue reading →

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Jul. 10, 2017

Why We Have a No Toy Policy

By Amber Smith

Yes, I have a No Toy Policy. Before you think we have read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up and have gone over the Feng Shui deep end, let me share an observation that happened about sixteen years ago while visiting … Continue reading →

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Mar. 24, 2017

Give Kids Tools, Not Toys

By Jill

My dad had a lot of great advice and wisdom. One of the many things I learned from him was the art of giving gifts to children. I remember it clearly. At that time I had three little boys, and … Continue reading →

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Mar. 6, 2017

3 Reasons for Homeschoolers to Pursue Extracurricular Activities

By Sarita

After I spoke at a homeschool conference last year, a mom came up to me with a big thank you. She breathed a huge sigh of relief, saying I had just given her great freedom. I looked at her quizzically. … Continue reading →

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May. 20, 2016

Zooming out and in: Global-minded homeschooling

By Gina Munsey

I’ve always loved maps -- the delicate wandering lines, the stars and circles hovering over city centers, the softly-worn paper folds creating ridges and peaks where the creases bisect latitude and longitude. Even the mysterious names themselves have a cadence, … Continue reading →

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