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May. 1, 2019
5 Ways to Make Your Family Vacation More Educational
G. Family, Sonlighters from Green Cove Springs, FL One of the most talked-about benefits of homeschooling is how it frees families to travel more often together, mainly because they are not tied to a strict school schedule. In addition, homeschool … Continue reading
Tagged education, family, Homeschooling, travel, vacation
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Dec. 14, 2018
8 Books to Inspire Christmas Conversations
It’s officially my favorite season. Christmas fills my house with joyful music and family gatherings as we wait in hopeful expectation for Christ’s arrival. While carols, gifts, and yummy treats are nice, the true meaning of Christmas is much better, … Continue reading
Tagged books, Christmas, family, Holiday Season, holidays, reading
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Dec. 10, 2018
6 Keys to Easing Homeschool Anxiety in Extended Family
There’s something about going off the beaten path of education that causes anxiety and uncertainty. Even the most supportive and loving families may be unhappy when a mom or dad mentions homeschooling. Reactions may range from a raised eyebrow of shock … Continue reading
Nov. 21, 2018
Homeschooling with a Toddler in the Mix
Over the years I’ve had many people ask how I manage to homeschool when we have a baby in the family. That’s a breeze, as far as I’m concerned. Babies sleep a lot, are held a lot, and stay in … Continue reading
Sep. 28, 2018
Homeschooling in a Family Mix of Introverts and Extroverts
Many people confuse being an extrovert with being outgoing and an introvert with being shy. Although there’s often quite a bit of overlap, they’re not the same thing. Extroverts sometimes need periods of solitude and silence, but they’re energized by … Continue reading
Aug. 11, 2017
How to Homeschool in an Intergenerational Household
My mom’s bedroom is right down the hall from us. She moved in shortly before my second child was born. She has been a constant in their lives since they were little. She helps feed them, dress them, play with … Continue reading
Jun. 28, 2017
See From Your Child's Perspective to Flip Frustrations
One of my goals as a homeschool mom was to raise adults who were not narcissists. I wanted my children to see life from another person’s perspective, to be able to walk a mile in another’s shoes. That’s a big … Continue reading
Tagged empathy, family, frustration, parenting, perspective
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