There’s no replacement for live performances
Watching the recording or even live streaming of an event is never the same as being in the audience.
Summer is a great time for YOU to try something new!
We often sign our kids up for classes and camps during the summer. Why not us, too? Summer is a great time for parents to try something new!
What didn’t work so well in your homeschool last year?
Identifying what didn’t work so well in your homeschool can help you make adjustments for the future. The key is to be objective and to not fall into a downward spiral of negativity. This post provides questions to guide you through this exercise.
What has worked well for your homeschool this year?
Thinking about what worked well in your homeschool during the past year can help direct your plans for next year. In this post, I share a few questions to help you identify things you will want to keep doing.
Standardized Tests: To Take or Not to Take? That is the question…
Standardized tests are a hot topic of debate in homeschooling communities. As with everything, there are pros on cons to having your child take standardized tests. Weigh your options and do what works best for your family.
When homeschooling is attending the school of LIFE
How allowing children to experience the ups and downs of day-to-day living educates them in the School of Life.
I'm experimenting by letting the kids call the shots
A little give and take in the homeschooling plan gives your kids more autonomy over their education. It’s why I made a last-minute decision to listen to my kids and switch our schedule.
Using movies in your homeschool
Movies sometimes get a bad rep in homeschooling circles, but when used with intention, they can be a beneficial supplement in your child’s education.