For decades homeschoolers have been plagued by the question, "what about socialization" from well-meaning (and let's be honest, sometimes not so well-meaning...) neighbors, family, and friends. The question chafes at us because it assumes that the minute we begin homeschooling, we hole up in our ... Read More about How to Start a Homeschool Group (and Why You Should) with Danielle Easley, Co-Founder of Connect
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Homeschool Rhythms: Reading Aloud
So far in this “Homeschool Rhythms” series we’ve talked about morning time, narration, getting ready, group work, and individual work. We've moved our way through morning activities and today we're going to talk about reading aloud! I want to talk to you today about making read-aloud time a ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Reading Aloud
Homeschool Rhythms: Individual Work
So far in this “Homeschool Rhythms” series we’ve talked about morning time, narration, getting ready, and group work. Today let’s talk about individual work! When you ask a seasoned homeschooler about structuring the day, you will often hear the same refrain: “combine as many subjects as you ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Individual Work
The Critical Skill of Creativity, with Chad Stewart, award-winning and bestselling author of Britfield & the Lost Crown
What if I told you there is a skill that will help prepare your child for any job he might pursue in the future? And what if this skill was so attainable, that you wouldn't have to purchase a fancy curriculum or join an elite co-op to access it? The pandemic that rocked 2020 has thrown us many ... Read More about The Critical Skill of Creativity, with Chad Stewart, award-winning and bestselling author of Britfield & the Lost Crown
Homeschool Rhythms: Group Work
So far in this "Homeschool Rhythms" series we've talked about morning time, narration, and getting ready. Today let's talk about group work! When you ask a seasoned homeschooler about structuring the day, you will often hear the same refrain: "combine as many subjects as you can." Group work is ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Group Work
Homeschool Rhythms: Get Ready
I have no doubt that when my children are grown people, making their way in the world, they will hear the faint refrain of my voice when they roll out of bed and get ready for their day: “Attitude-dressed-bed” And again after they have ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Get Ready