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Oct. 5, 2018
A Literature-Based Approach to Homeschooling Science
Sonlight for history, literature, and Bible—sure. But Sonlight for science? Absolutely! A literature-based approach introduces a feast of discovery, allowing elementary- and middle-school students to uncover a wide range of wild and wondrous scientific concepts. Each Science level from A … Continue reading
Tagged curriculum, Homeschooling, literacy, literature, science, Sonlight
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Oct. 1, 2018
11 Tricks for Homeschooling the Strong-willed Child
Some parents are blessed with children who are very laid back and compliant. Others have children who are stubborn or resistant. And still others, like myself, are parents of strong-willed children. These children like to push boundaries and break limits. … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling, parenting, strong-willed
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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
Sep. 24, 2018
Why It's Okay That I Do My Entire Curriculum & Tick All the Boxes
I’m going to share a secret with you. It’s not something I usually confess to strangers for fear of backlash, but I’ve recently been convicted that maybe I should be more open. Maybe, I suddenly realized, I need to be … Continue reading
Sep. 12, 2018
Making Lunch a Bonus—Not an Interruption—to Your Homeschool Day
When homeschooling, it’s easy to think of learning as the main event, while mealtime is more distraction than necessity. Lunch can interrupt the daily flow, making it hard to get back on track with lessons again afterward. Meals are Almost … Continue reading
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Sep. 3, 2018
Homeschooling as a Way to Genuinely Mainstream Special Needs Kids
My 11 year-old son, Phineas, has significant learning differences. Although the classroom model of schooling could be stretched far enough to mainstream this special needs kid with his peers, his specific challenges mean that it's not the best choice. Full-time … Continue reading
Aug. 22, 2018
Letting Kids Learn Their Way: Even with Loud Music or Upside Down
Several years ago, my son asked if he could listen to music while he did his math. He didn’t want soothing background to muffle other noises or even some upbeat classical tunes to keep him energized—either of which would have … Continue reading
