Homeschooling with toddlers and preschoolers around can feel like an impossible task. I've done it and you can too, especially if you use these ten tried and true tips that will save your sanity. Homeschooling a big family is both challenging and rewarding, but it takes planning to pull off successfully. Toddlers and preschoolers [...]
A homeschool isn't a school. When a homeschool isn't a school, it's better for you and your children. I'm noticing a trend in Facebook homeschooling groups lately with mothers feeling overwhelmed and considering sending their children to public school. Having children, even without homeschooling, can be overwhelming in and of itself. When you add [...]
No-cost low-cost spring break activities make spring break fun and affordable. I'm the kind of person who actually has more fun the less I spend and I love exercising my creativity. So I usually plan a very frugal staycation for Spring Break. Another reason that I'm into Spring Break Staycationing is that many places [...]
Are you ready for homeschool convention season? It seems to start earlier than ever these days! You might feel like you just got back to school after your holiday break, but some conventions start in February! Homeschool conventions generally wrap up by the end of July. The Homeschool Buyers Club has a helpful list [...]
Are you a struggling homeschooler? If so, you aren't alone! I've been homeschooling for almost 33 years and I'm struggling too. Every homeschool year and sometimes each day brings its own struggles. As homeschool parents we feel that means we're failing. Your second grader isn't reading yet- you say you're failing your kid. You [...]
Lessen holiday stress and increase joy this holiday season! The best thing about the holidays can also be the worst thing about the holidays. In today's blog post, we've got five ways to reduce holiday stress and get more enjoyment out of “the most wonderful time of the year!” Double up on meal making [...]