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Mar. 15, 2021
Three Tips for Teaching Children About Work
"I did not have all the advantages your kids had," a woman told my husband. They were having an honest conversation about work. The woman shared what a hard time she has in life, bumping along from one part-time job … Continue reading
Tagged priorities, Teaching Tips, work
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Mar. 12, 2021
How Books Help You Raise Proactive Kids Who Aren't Afraid to Fail
Nine-year-old Betsy was set up to fail. Primped and pampered her whole life, she had never done a chore or fixed her own hair. When circumstances changed and Betsy went to live with cousins on a Vermont farm, her new … Continue reading
Mar. 10, 2021
My 3 Favorites from What's New at Sonlight in 2021
As we gear up for another year here at Sonlight, I'm reminded of the many blessings this past year offered. I feel truly blessed to have invited thousands of new homeschoolers into our Sonlight family. To those of you who … Continue reading
Tagged app, curriculum, preschool, science, Sonlight, what's new
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Mar. 8, 2021
4 Reasons to Pursue Academic Excellence in Your Homeschool
Homeschoolers tend to do better than their traditionally-schooled peers on standardized tests. But once when I spoke at a homeschool group, I noticed a subtle, troubling attitude toward academics. I heard comments like: "Oh, we probably won't get to math … Continue reading
Tagged academics, Homeschooling, why homeschool
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Mar. 5, 2021
Parent-intensive Versus Hands-off Homeschooling
Did you know that some homeschool programs will teach your children for you? You can put your child in front of a computer and then go about your day. Your kids can be homeschooled without your being involved. This is … Continue reading
Mar. 3, 2021
The Simplest Way to Prevent or Overcome Learning Loss
It's easy to worry about learning loss. You've worked so hard to teach a child his math facts ... and now you're afraid he'll forget them. I want to encourage you that no learning is ever wasted. When children make … Continue reading
Tagged covid, gaps, loss, pandemic schooling, reading, summer, summer reading
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Feb. 22, 2021
4 Ways Homeschooling Builds a Close-knit Family
If you've homeschooled long, you've probably heard the comment: "Oh, I could never spend that much time with my kids. I don't know how you do it." Well, here's a secret many parents have discovered: Homeschooling can actually improve your … Continue reading
Tagged bonding, family, reading
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