Teach Them Love for Books

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When I first began homeschooling many years ago, I was both excited and terrified. I was constantly amazed by my children’s curiosity and desire to learn, but I was completely intimidated by the thought of teaching them to read. When I was a young child, I had no idea of the adventures I could take
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Sweet as Maple Season

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Winter time in southwest Pennsylvania usually means snow, cold, sled riding, hot cocoa, and … maple season, one of the sweetest seasons around! If you are lucky enough to live in an area which produces maple syrup, it’s a pretty sweet life. 😉 The area in which my family lives in southwest Pennsylvania, we are
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Homeschool Love

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When I tell people that I homeschool my children, I am met with one of two responses. “Wow, that is great.” “There is no way that I could ever do that with my children.” Occasionally, someone will surprise me, but those are the general responses I hear. I will admit that sometimes I respond with
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The Productivity of Rest

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I stir from my slumber embracing the feathered pillow cradling my face, momentarily resisting my internal alarm clock before rising at 4:30 a.m. to share with you the productivity of rest. In a culture driven by consumerism and success, we’ve forgotten how to Sunday. Most people I know aren’t trying to climb corporate ladders or
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Hey Mama Monday: Love Your Mama

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Hey Mama, Once upon a time, you were a mere child. You had a Mama. She loved you and held you tightly, and you knew you belonged. She was not perfect, not at all. She made mistakes. She herself was still growing in many ways, and you sometimes were the one she “learned on,” so
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Homeschool Reading Lists to Get Kids of All Ages Reading

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When I started homeschooling eighteen years ago, I looked to the library for books like The Reading Teacher’s Book of Lists, Caldecott and Newberry winners, and other “best kids’ books” type lists. However, with the increasing emphasis on political correctness, homeschool reading can no longer depend on traditional references. To find the best books for
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A Burden or a Blessing

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  How would you describe your homeschool? Is it a blessing educating your children at home? Or are you barely surviving each homeschool day? It’s easy getting overwhelmed with the whole aspect of homeschooling. Our children’s education falls on our shoulders. There are many ways to teach our children at home, but the weight of
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How to Stay Physically Fit Indoors

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As a homeschooling mom of two boys that have never been interested in playing sports, I’ve had to use some creativity with their physical education. When the weather is conducive to playing outside, getting exercise is easy. Going for a walk, running around the yard, or enjoying a playground are great ways to be active.
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