Homeschooling

Homeschooling & The Great Outdoors

We started homeschooling outdoors because my kids have never been big fans of sitting still. They’d rather be running, hopping, climbing, spinning—anything but staying put. While I love my kids’ boundless energy, it can make schoolwork challenging. Like any frustrated homeschool mom, I began researching tips and tricks to bring my energetic kids to the …

Loneliness Sucks: How to Find More Connection as a Homeschool Mom

Let’s be honest: Homeschooling can be isolating. A recent study found that 66% of people feel isolated or lonely due to the demands of parenthood. Many of us are in need of more connection, even within the homeschool community. As homeschool moms, we often keep busy schedules and routines to ensure our children are learning …

A New Reading Resource (That Works for Any Book!)

I’m excited to share a reading resource that will enrich your homeschool. As homeschool moms, we love books and see the great value of reading with our kids! We know the benefits of reading are abundant and unmatched. From board books to chapter books, they all have a place in our children’s education. However, when …

Resetting Your Homeschool Space for Another Year of Learning

Resetting your homeschool space goes beyond cleaning and organizing! It’s an opportunity to reflect on the past school year and plan for the future. Your homeschool space should be reflective of the wonderful learning that’s happening in your home. We don’t all have beautiful homeschool rooms with desks, chalk boards, and posters. However, I’m sure …

Book Club Brainstorming: Ideas to Bring Books to Life

One of our favorite activities as a homeschool family is our book club. Book clubs are a wonderful way to bring literary works to life! We have a few dedicated families that meet quarterly to play, eat, and discuss a book together. It’s been an awesome way to socialize, learn, and have fun together! This …

Advice for Finding the Perfect Homeschool Curriculum

The most common question that new homeschool moms ask is this: what homeschool curriculum should I use? Well, unfortunately that’s not an easy question to answer! Educating at home gives families the freedom and flexibility to choose their own homeschool curriculum. You have the opportunity to tailor your child’s education based on their own needs …