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Getting Down…on the Farm, Mama

Monday, 11 July 2022 by Barbori

Hey Mama, Farm life. Who has not, at least at some point, had grandiose dreams of starting a farm—large or small—that they could call their own? When I was a kid, every girl I knew wanted a horse, including me. I never got one . . . but I was given a goose (more about

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Why We Homeschool

Wednesday, 06 July 2022 by Barbori

We’ve all been asked, “Why do you homeschool?” I always give a different answer depending on where I am, what I am doing, and how much time I have until the kids get antsy. Putting down my answer in words gave me clarity and helped me remember some basics that I can now share quickly.

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Speech and Debate: Try a Mock Trial for Civics, Mama

Monday, 04 July 2022 by Barbori

Hey Mama, Don’t know what it’s like at your house, but sometimes the speeches and debates at my house are “discussions” about rules and chores the kids don’t want to do. Maturity is about the only thing that can change those debates. If you’re looking for teaching tips for speech, debates, or mock trials, check

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Hey Mama Monday: How To Teach Independent Studies, Mama

Monday, 27 June 2022 by Bryan

Hey Mama, Are the textbooks working? Is there a subject you are not sure how to handle? Or do you just need something different and fresh? Whenever I am at a loss as to what to do with one of my children, whether they are struggling in a certain subject or I feel