Hey Mama Monday: Teaching the Only Child, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Homeschooling one child? Here’s some advice from TOS magazine: One Child, One Journey – Shelly Campbell-Harley The Joy of Homeschooling Only One Child – Julie Jeavons The Great Bugaboo – Donna Conner For more advice, just search the magazine free at www.TOSMagazine.com. Are you facing trials right now? Trials will come
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Women’s History Resources for Homeschoolers

  Take a step back in time as we explore women’s history resources for homeschoolers. Dating as far back as the 1700s to just as recently as 1999, we will dive into the history of women who made a difference across several continents—all with one purpose in common, the furtherance of the kingdom of God.
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Hey Mama Monday: Cursive Writing, Copywork, and Penmanship, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Is copywork important? How about good penmanship? I would have to argue that both will benefit your children’s education and future. If your children are copying good literature, their reading, writing, and vocabulary improve. Just pick a good piece of literature your children love and have them copy a short quote
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Meal Preparation Tips for the Homeschool Family

  Preparing some foods in larger quantities ahead of time can help your week go smoothly. Instead of rushing from homeschooling to making lunch or dinner or being interrupted in your work in order to make a meal, you will have some items ready to pull out of the fridge, freezer, or container. Here are
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Hey Mama Monday: Grading and Testing – Is It Necessary, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   I was quite nervous; we were not required to test our children in California. However, our new state of Colorado requires testing! Would they do well, or would the test prove that I am a failure as a teacher? I feared the latter. Although the test was for the children, I
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Don’t Forget These 3 Components If You Want to Raise Leaders

Our nation and the entire world are crying out for good leaders. We desperately need men and women of integrity and wisdom to rise up and take their place. You are the answer, homeschool Momma. You can raise influencers who impact their world for the glory of God. Your children can rise up and make
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Your Best Curriculum Starts with YOU

“What curriculum do you use?” It’s the most common conversation starter in homeschool circles. Why not? We all want to know the best curriculum, and it’s a great way to break the ice when meeting a fellow home educator for the first time. It’s a topic of immediate common interest.  Choosing the best curriculum is,
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7 Personal Questions to Answer About Homeschooling

Homeschooling is an amazing call and privilege from God. Every homeschooling family is on their own homeschooling journey. Your adventure will be unlike anyone else’s trek! We can, however, encourage and learn from one another. After years of answering questions at homeschool conferences, workshops, and support team meetings, I have realized that it’s important to
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