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Jan. 25, 2019
A Typical Day in the Life of a Large Family Homeschool
Two chickens are roasting on the counter in the biggest slow cooker you’ve ever seen. A lanky teenage boy is sprawled on the couch reading Willa Cather’s My Antonia. A blond preschooler is clambering over the end of the couch … Continue reading
Nov. 5, 2018
A Day in the Life: Homeschooling Multiple Children
Have you seen the video where someone is trying to line up a litter of cute, cuddly kittens? If you haven’t, let me spoil it for you: it doesn’t work very well! As you can imagine, it’s a full thirty … 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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Jun. 27, 2018
How I Decided Between a 4-Day or 5-Day Homeschool Curriculum
Even for veteran homeschool parents, choosing a homeschool curriculum for the new school year can be a wrenching decision. Recently I was faced with a tough decision: Would I choose a 4-day curriculum or a 5-day curriculum? I provide daycare … Continue reading
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May. 18, 2018
6 Life-giving Reasons to Consider a Four-day Homeschool Week
When it comes to planning for homeschool, we moms consider so many different aspects: our teaching style our children's learning styles curriculum options academic subjects One of the most overlooked aspects of homeschool planning, however, is how many days of … Continue reading
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Mar. 26, 2018
10 Ways to Make the Most of a Four-day Homeschool Week
Reducing our homeschool week to four days a week has been a game changer. The kids have more time for exploring individual interests, and I have increased freedom and flexibility for self-care, too. Discussing our schedule change with two friends—also … Continue reading
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Mar. 12, 2018
Would a 4-Day Homeschool Schedule Work for You?
If you wonder how to fit in the extras, whether extracurriculars, hands-on projects, or outside activities, a 4-day homeschool schedule could be a great choice for you. As the parent, you get to choose whether to do formal academics five … Continue reading
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