This week is a break week for us. Yes, even those of us who homeschool year round need to do this to prevent burnout...not just for the teacher, but also for the kids. Our homeschool operates in 12-week terms but 12 weeks was too long to go without a break. We ended up taking the last week of the ... Read More about Break Week for Those Who Homeschool Year Round
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Record Keeping When Your Child Has Autism
It's the end of the school year and if you're like us you are already out of school. The end of the year means memories, traditions and lots and lots of paper...especially when your child has autism. Record keeping can be overwhelming for any parent but when your child's life includes therapists and ... Read More about Record Keeping When Your Child Has Autism
Summer Schedule & Curriculum 2016
Hot off the press...our summer schedule & curriculum! Just to be clear, this is what our best days look like - the day I persevere to have. That being said, many days do not actually go like this. I keep our daily routine up on our fridge for days I feel really frazzled and off, then I can see ... Read More about Summer Schedule & Curriculum 2016
Exciting News from Hoffman Academy
Last summer I wrote a post reviewing Hoffman Academy, telling you how to get free piano lessons for your kids (or you!). Today I have a guest post with more exciting news from our friends at Hoffman Academy... Joseph Hoffman has always wanted one thing, for more people to be able to learn ... Read More about Exciting News from Hoffman Academy
What is Autism? A Peek at Both Sides of the Spectrum
Autism is a buzz word, for sure, but what is autism, actually? I will try to give you a compact answer to a very complex subject. Please remember this is my personal answer based on years of collective information. I will also differentiate classic autism from Asperger’s. Autism is a ... Read More about What is Autism? A Peek at Both Sides of the Spectrum
Why “All About Reading” Really is All That
I received a complimentary level of All About Reading in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Please read my disclaimer in the footer for more information. I adore reading. It's not just a pastime in our home...more like an obsession. Books can be found in every room of the ... Read More about Why “All About Reading” Really is All That