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Dec. 18, 2019
Getting the Most Out of the Sonlight Bible Reading Plan
The Bible reading portion in Sonlight's History / Bible / Literature programs is one of our favorite parts of the day. I particularly appreciate how the assignments are listed at the very top of the Instructor’s Guide, a simple reminder … Continue reading
Tagged Bible, bible study, christian, Homeschooling, scripture, Sonlight, tips
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Sep. 27, 2019
5 Systems for Putting Your Household on Autopilot
When I was younger, one of my favorite cartoons was The Jetson’s. I loved how they lived, suspended in the air and flying their cars around. One of the best parts about living in the future, as I saw it, … Continue reading
Tagged decluttering, habits, Housekeeping, meal planning, tips, training
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Sep. 6, 2019
Seven Tips for the New Homeschool Year
Box Day came and went. You snapped that first-day-of-school photo (or not), and now you may be weeks into your new homeschool year. How is it going so far? I know the excitement and trepidation a new year can bring. … Continue reading
Jun. 3, 2019
Is It Okay to Have a Hobby Other Than Homeschooling?
Is it okay that I want a hobby outside of homeschooling? My four boys are 7, 5, 3, and 1. For the past eight years, my hobbies have included breastfeeding, potty training, laundry, feeding people, and researching homeschool curriculum. I'm … Continue reading
Tagged Encouragement, hobbies, homeschool moms, moms, self-care, tips
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May. 10, 2019
8 Ways to Wrap Up Your Homeschool Curriculum in Time for Summer
Are you on track to finish your homeschool curriculum by your end-of-the-year target date? Or are you further behind than you had planned? If the latter, you could probably use some tricks for wrapping up your homeschool curriculum in time … Continue reading
Tagged behind, curriculum, scheduling, summer, tips
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Apr. 22, 2019
3 Ways to Keep Track of and Distinguish Characters in Read-Alouds
A story is more than words on a page. It’s the voices of the characters that keep readers engaged and propel the unfolding of the plot. Sonlight is a literature-rich program, and as such, there dozens of story lines and … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling, read-alouds, reading, Teaching Tips, tips
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Mar. 15, 2019
7 Ways to Enjoy Spring While Still Getting Homeschool Done
As winter (mostly) loosens its grip, and the spring colors and spring weather emerge, it is the perfect time to celebrate being a homeschooler! While public school children have to take snow days, homeschoolers can school through most of the … Continue reading
