Looking Back on Your School Year: Did You Succeed or Fail, Mama?

Hey Mama, This school year has not been easy. There were times when you would have liked to quit. We have those DAYS sometimes. It feels like it would be better to just go back to bed (or hide under it). Seems pointless . . . or downright “over” at times. All of us fall
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Economics – How About a Lemonade Stand, Mama?

The children begged me to have their own garage sale and lemonade stand recently. I knew the amount of work that it would take, and my weekend was already full so I agreed as long as they did everything themselves. I knew they needed to learn their own lessons, but I had to fight the
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A Place Called Special, Mama

Hey Mama, If you’re wondering whether you can homeschool your special needs child or are looking for suggestions from moms who’ve been there, check out these articles. Ten Reasons to Homeschool Your Child With Special Needs Homeschooling Your Special Needs Child Is Special Needs Homeschooling Possible? And remember . . . YOU are right where you’re
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History for Every Grade Level, Mama

Hey Mama, One of the best ways to make learning history exciting is to experience it. If you take a lot of trips like we do, you can visit historic places. Some people like to dress up and act out history. Others enjoy reading fiction and non-fiction books about the past. Whatever you do, ditch the
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How Do You Navigate Your Homeschool Convention, Mama?

Hey Mama, Homeschool conventions can be overwhelming, but there’s nothing quite like being able to touch and examine curriculum as you decide what will work for your kids. The best parts of a convention, though, are meeting new friends, attending workshops, and the vibe of thousands of homeschool families all in one place. Not sure
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Homeschooling While Working, Mama

I homeschool full time. I work full time. I pray for wisdom all the time. There are two things that we keep in mind as I work from home and also homeschool. They are. . . Family First My family must always come first; so I must often set aside the business that is calling my name to deal
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Do You Fancy Yourself a Grammarian, Mama?

Grammar! Does that word bring up good feelings? Probably only to the few and the brave and the nerdy. I love words, but I sometimes dislike the rigor of proper grammar. I have found in my own homeschool that it’s all in the way I teach grammar, as well as the timing of teaching grammar,
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Who Wants to Get Organized, Mama?

Who wants to get organized? I think the answer is EVERYONE! Just not me–today. How do I get out of this slump? I’ve lost the enthusiasm I had at the beginning of the year. Looking back, the times I’ve lost my joy are the times that I’ve been worn out physically or the house is
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