5 Tips for New Homeschoolers

tips for new homeschoolers
  When I withdrew my oldest son from kindergarten and my youngest son from preschool to begin homeschooling, I considered it a temporary situation. I had no intention of homeschooling long term. My plan was to continue homeschooling as long as it was still working for our family. Well, it never stopped working, and my
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Hey Mama Monday: Let’s Choose Curriculum, Mama

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  Have you ever purchased curriculum because it claimed to have all you needed for your baby up through your high school student? Then, you find out that it’s just too complicated or that you still need something more. Frustrating, isn’t it? But we choose to believe the “perfect curriculum” idea just in case it’s
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My Notice of Intent is Approved, Now What?

notice of intent
  Welcome to the club! I am sure emotions have overcome you. Fear and utter shock probably being the most prevalent emotions. Having the weight of your child’s education completely on you is terrifying. You may think, “What if I can’t teach my child?” “They will never listen to me.” “I am not a teacher.”
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25+ Ways to Make Back to Homeschool Fun and Memorable

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  Summer is coming to an end. Many are excited to get back to homeschool now that the curriculum is ordered and planners are almost full. Are you nervous about how the kids are going to take it? Are you afraid that they are going to kick and scream all the way to the dining
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Hey Mama Monday: Mama, It’s Back to School Time

hey mama
  Back to school? Is that what we are supposed to be doing? I am actually just starting to prepare for the next school year. Like me, maybe you find yourself not quite ready. I have so much I want to do and share with my children. How will I fit it all in? I
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For the Tired Mom, When Trials Come

tired mom
  I had something completely different in mind to write about this month. I wanted to talk about the long and rewarding journey of homeschooling. The topic is certainly worthy. There will always need to be a cheer squad of those of us who have been in the trenches a little longer. But today. Today,
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7 Charlotte Mason-Inspired Teaching Methods to Add to Your Home School

charlotte mason
  Charlotte Mason, a Christian educator who lived over a century ago, has inspired me to cultivate wonder, use living books, cultivate good habits, enjoy nature, use narration, and explore art and music in my homeschool. Our entire family has benefited from these practical ways to make learning fun and help children remember what they
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Hey Mama Monday: Mama, Let’s Grow a Garden!

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  I kill nearly every plant that comes into my house. In keeping with that gift, I also let things die outside. But this time, my children took on the garden project themselves, and they are actually growing and producing some fruit. My kids loved the fact that I didn’t micro-manage everything but let them
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