homeschool planner
Thursday, 15 April 2021 / Published in - Planning and Organization, Articles, Blog

The Perfect Homeschool Planner

  It’s nearly the end of the school year, and my eyes wander wistfully from the calendar to the sunny sky to the calendar again. “It’s got to be over soon,” I sigh. Yep, I love homeschooling. But I also love sleeping in and laying in a pool and not homeschooling. Why is it that
new habit
Wednesday, 14 April 2021 / Published in - Caring for Yourself, - Teaching Methods, Articles, Blog

Six Yellow Cats

  As I was thinking of a topic for an online lesson, I came across a Spanish video I had made called “Seis Gatos Amarillos” (Six Yellow Cats). I couldn’t believe when I read that that I made the video twelve years ago. I know that a lot of people are interested in foreign languages,
finish the year strong
Tuesday, 13 April 2021 / Published in - Teaching Methods, Articles, Blog

Finish The Year Strong

  With warmer weather comes spring blossoms and rushed feelings to hurry with school. As the end of the homeschool year dawns on the horizon, we need to make every effort to finish the year strong—for children who are in typical 9 months/180 days and those who homeschool year-round. Paul reminded Timothy that, at the
homeschool mentor
Monday, 12 April 2021 / Published in - New to Homeschooling, Articles, Blog, Hey Mama, Hey Mama Monday

Hey Mama Monday: Mama, We’re All Mentors

  It is inevitable that during the course of your homeschool “career” you will need some guidance and wisdom. And further along the road, you will be imparting that wisdom and help to others. The homeschool community is a wonderful resource and a wealth of information so be sure to tap into the community at
homeschool learning outdoors
Thursday, 08 April 2021 / Published in - Fun Ways to Learn, Articles, Blog

Spring Has Sprung

  Ahhh… Spring. Often called the season of renewal. For many moms, it’s the season of “get out of the house.” After gloomy days of winter, our mood is brighter, and our children are ready to stretch their legs. It won’t be long before the hot days of summer will be here and even more
outside learning
Tuesday, 06 April 2021 / Published in - Fun Ways to Learn, Articles, Blog

5 Ways to Encourage Outside Learning This Spring

  In my early days of homeschooling, when I knew that it was going to be a nice day, I would have the kids get up early to get all of their “schoolwork” done. My goal was to have their schoolwork done before lunch so we could enjoy the rest of the afternoon outside. This
abide in love
Monday, 05 April 2021 / Published in - Faith, Articles, Blog, Hey Mama, Hey Mama Monday

Hey Mama Monday: Abide in Love, Mama

  Do you feel loved? Do you sense His love today? ALL things work together for GOOD for those who love Him. And Mama, you love Him! He has never left you, never forsaken you. It’s because He loves you, daughter of the King, so much deeper and wider than we could even love our