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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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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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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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Algebra & Pancakes & Important Things
Your child doesn’t think you’re brilliant because you can spit out answers to Algebra problems; your child thinks you’re brilliant because you know how to make pancakes. OK, so maybe if your child is an astrophysicist, he will be impressed by your Algebra prowess…but if he’s an Astrophysicist, he can do his own Algebra problems!…
