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Homeschool Encouragement: the Myths of Comparison, Public School, & Socialization
In talking to another mother who is new to homeschooling, I recognized all the fears and anxieties that I encountered when I began. Sometimes, miles down the road, you forget what the start of the journey looked and felt like. Of course, I encouraged this mom – she’s doing a great job! – but it…
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Homeschool History Recommendation for All Ages
Homeschool history class offers an opportunity to teach all ages at once! There are countless excellent curriculum choices out there. This history suggestion was a tried and true favorite in our homeschool. When I began using it, my oldest child was middle-school aged and my other two were elementary-aged. (After you’ve been homeschooling for a…
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The Bare Necessities: Survival at Home with the Kids (or Just Starting to Homeschool)
If you find yourself home with the kids wondering what to do during, say, a pandemic or other crazy worldwide catastrophe, or you are just starting to homeschool and you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, this article is just for you… Take a deep breath, it’s not as complicated as you might think, and let’s…
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Homeschooling an Introvert
If you’re a parent of an introvert, you may be concerned that homeschooling your introvert will render your child incapable of engaging in conversation or life outside of the four walls of your home. You may think that they will NEVER meet any new people, broaden their horizons, or stretch outside their comfort zones. I’m…
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Preschool at Home
Many parents wonder what is expected when homeschooling their preschooler. Here are my thoughts on preschool at home, and how perfectly suited you are as the parent to continue doing exactly what you have been doing all this time – nurturing and teaching your child. When I was young, I didn’t know anyone that had…
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Homeschooling an Extrovert
You might be wondering if homeschooling an extrovert is a good idea. Or how you will keep them happily socializing with people. Or how you will keep them happily socializing with people without losing your sanity in the process. Oh, those pesky socialization questions. Guaranteed to be asked by concerned friends and grandmas, nosy neighbors,…
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Where to Get Books & Curriculum
There are endless possibilities of places and sites to shop for homeschool curriculum. It can be overwhelming. On the other hand, I’m delighted that homeschooling families have increased, thereby increasing the demand for curriculum. For this reason, there are so many great books and great companies out there! Here are the FIVE MAIN places that…
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Our Homeschool Story: The Beginning
I often reference our homeschool beginnings as I write about our experiences and my recommendations. I decided to share our story in one place, instead of bits and pieces here and there. My husband, Sam, and I attended public school. I can’t think of anyone that I knew ‘back then’ that was homeschooled. We are…
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10 Books to Read to Children (& Enjoy at Any Age!)
There are many, many more than 10 books that children and adults alike would enjoy. And any time spent reading is valuable, priceless time. Here are a few that I feel sure you and your family will enjoy. A word of advice if you look for these in your bookstore or at used book sales…
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The Miracle Multiplication Memorization Program
Multiplication Tables. Everyone has a horror story. I write, because mine has a very happy ending. I cannot stress enough how incredible and life-changing Times Tales was for us. I know I love a little story-enhanced exaggeration and tongue-in-cheek humor, but I am being dead serious: LIFE-CHANGING. KimberlyI’m a mom, passionate about Jesus, homeschooling, and…
