I stir from my slumber embracing the feathered pillow cradling my face, momentarily resisting my internal alarm clock before rising at 4:30 a.m. to share with you the productivity of rest. In a culture driven by consumerism and success, we’ve forgotten how to Sunday. Most people I know aren’t trying to climb corporate ladders or
When I started homeschooling eighteen years ago, I looked to the library for books like The Reading Teacher’s Book of Lists, Caldecott and Newberry winners, and other “best kids’ books” type lists. However, with the increasing emphasis on political correctness, homeschool reading can no longer depend on traditional references. To find the best books for
How would you describe your homeschool? Is it a blessing educating your children at home? Or are you barely surviving each homeschool day? It’s easy getting overwhelmed with the whole aspect of homeschooling. Our children’s education falls on our shoulders. There are many ways to teach our children at home, but the weight of
As a homeschooling mom of two boys that have never been interested in playing sports, I’ve had to use some creativity with their physical education. When the weather is conducive to playing outside, getting exercise is easy. Going for a walk, running around the yard, or enjoying a playground are great ways to be active.
Wherever you live in the U.S., you are only a hop, skip, and a jump from one or more 2020 homeschool conferences. Listed below are 50+ homeschool conferences around the country. Check the list to find out where you can go to get rejuvenated, inspired, and encouraged in 2020! ALABAMA Birmingham Homeschool Fair & Convention –