Can you believe how quickly the holiday season flies up every year? It's like you pack away the garlands and lights and then it's time to put them out again.Our Christmas decorations are aging since most of them have been around since we got married (almost 10 years ago!), and several were around before that. They are looking a bit worn now. By … [Read more...]
5 Must Haves for Successful Working Homeschool Moms
I get asked all the time how I get it all done.My friends ask. My homeschool mentoring clients ask. My email subscribers ask. Everyone wants to know how you can work at home, keep house, and homeschool and get it all done.Y'all, you can't. At least I can't.BUT . . .There are imperative tools that a mom must have in order to … [Read more...]
The Best Essential Oils for Your Homeschool
We love using natural products in our home, especially due to allergies and asthma. Our cleaning and laundry products are all chosen carefully. We have been able to help Mr. T and Mr. F with a lot of their challenges through diet. I believe in natural living as a means to better health. We do utilize medication when it's needed, but try to avoid it … [Read more...]
Beyond the Mask – American Revolutionary War Study
Studying the American Revolution History is an incredible thing. (It's also Mr. T's favorite subject) We have the opportunity to look back through the lens of the consequences of other men's actions. We can see where they succeeded and where they failed, where they faltered and what happened because of that.Learning from history is such an … [Read more...]
Our Distraction Free Homeschool Room
How to Create a Homeschool Room Creating a homeschool space can be daunting. To have a dedicated space or not to have a dedicated space? To decorate it to the perfect degree or go for a minimalist approach? Waldorf or Montessori? And the list of choices and decisions goes on and on and on.Today I'm sharing with you what our current homeschool … [Read more...]
Reading Eggs Online Learning for Kids
Online Learning for Kids Did you ever balk at people who talked about how great online learning could be? I'm pretty sure I gave an eye-roll or two. Then I had kids.One of the challenges we have in our homeschool is that Mr. T having dyslexia means that Mr. F, who has always loved letters and numbers and books, is on the same level in some … [Read more...]
Classical Charlotte Mason Homeschool Curriculum Picks for Kindergarten and 2nd Grade
Classical Charlotte Mason Homeschool Classical and Charlotte Mason educational methods are very complimentary. Our homeschool is a lovely hybrid blend of both. By sharing our curriculum, our desire is to give you ideas and resources that will make your homeschool more vibrant.There is no need to ever try and mimic someone else's curriculum … [Read more...]
Homeschool Music Appreciation with Mary Prather
Homeschool Music Appreciation Made Easy I'm delighted to have my friend Mary from SQUILT Music Appreciation curriculum joining us today on the podcast! She gives us 3 easy ways to incorporate music into our homes and homeschools.SQUILT is a favorite part of our morning time routine and you can read more about that here. Enjoy!Listen … [Read more...]
Easy Paleo SunButter Cookies – Cooking with Chef Teddy
Teaching Life Skills in the Kitchen We love learning math, working on motor skills, and teaching how to shop for recipe ingredients through cooking. Kids can learn all sorts of valuable skills through cooking. What is your favorite life skill to teach in the kitchen? Since we deal with food allergies including peanut, cashew, and pistachio, we … [Read more...]
All Inclusive Homeschool Curriculum
Homeschool Curriculum to Reduce Mom Stress Homeschooling takes a lot of work. When you have multiple kids at multiple levels, having a little help in the way of online and all-in-one programs can make the difference between a thriving homeschool and a burnt-out mom.Other times, life throws you curve balls and you just need that all-in-one … [Read more...]