Are You Listening to the New Podcast from The Old Schoolhouse®, Mama?

Hey, Mama! Have you heard? There’s a brand new podcast for homeschoolers. It’s called the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show, and it’s one more way The Old Schoolhouse® is uplifting homeschoolers. Listeners from around the world are tuning in to the podcast designed just for mamas like you. Every Monday, a new episode releases. Each connects
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Economics – How About a Lemonade Stand, Mama?

The children begged me to have their own garage sale and lemonade stand recently. I knew the amount of work that it would take, and my weekend was already full so I agreed as long as they did everything themselves. I knew they needed to learn their own lessons, but I had to fight the
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A Shower of May Flower Craft Ideas

It’s time for May showers and May flower crafts! Arts and crafts are a great way to bond with your child and have fun at the same time. There are also a lot of positive benefits for your child’s memory, problem solving skills, and fine motor skills. The most difficult part of making your arts
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A Place Called Special, Mama

Hey Mama, If you’re wondering whether you can homeschool your special needs child or are looking for suggestions from moms who’ve been there, check out these articles. Ten Reasons to Homeschool Your Child With Special Needs Homeschooling Your Special Needs Child Is Special Needs Homeschooling Possible? And remember . . . YOU are right where you’re
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History for Every Grade Level, Mama

Hey Mama, One of the best ways to make learning history exciting is to experience it. If you take a lot of trips like we do, you can visit historic places. Some people like to dress up and act out history. Others enjoy reading fiction and non-fiction books about the past. Whatever you do, ditch the
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How Do You Navigate Your Homeschool Convention, Mama?

Hey Mama, Homeschool conventions can be overwhelming, but there’s nothing quite like being able to touch and examine curriculum as you decide what will work for your kids. The best parts of a convention, though, are meeting new friends, attending workshops, and the vibe of thousands of homeschool families all in one place. Not sure
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Gift Ideas for Dad and Children to Give Homeschool Moms

Mother’s Day is almost here, and your husband and kids will be asking what to get you for Mother’s Day. No, it’s not wrong to give them ideas. Men and children can be at a loss on how to bless their precious homeschool mom. And guess what? They cannot read your mind. It’s not fair
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Homeschooling While Working, Mama

I homeschool full time. I work full time. I pray for wisdom all the time. There are two things that we keep in mind as I work from home and also homeschool. They are. . . Family First My family must always come first; so I must often set aside the business that is calling my name to deal
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