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
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The Importance of Humor in Our Homeschool with Betsy Jenkins
Homeschooling is not for the faint of heart. It requires endurance and initiative. It requires sacrifice and diligence. But it also requires something you might not realize…a sense of humor. We homeschool moms can be so serious; the stakes are high! We’re going against the grain! What if we mess ... Read More about The Importance of Humor in Our Homeschool with Betsy Jenkins
Homeschool Rhythms: Narration
If there is a quintessential practice in Charlotte Mason’s approach to education, it is the act of narration. You can pick and choose which living books you want to read, you can use watercolors or not in your nature journaling, and you can dictate your own routine in a way that best fits your ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Narration
Homeschool Rhythms: Morning Time
Today I'm going to kick off a series on homeschool rhythms. One of the most frequently asked questions I get is "how do I structure my day?" or some variation of that. In just a minute we'll start at the very beginning with the idea of morning time but first I want to give you a snapshot of what you ... Read More about Homeschool Rhythms: Morning Time
Seeing Dyslexia as a Strength with Rich Sanchez
If given the option, would you choose for your child to have dyslexia? Dyslexia is widely thought of as a challenge that gets in the way of learning but what if we've got it wrong? What if dyslexia is a gift? What if dyslexia helps your child to think in a way that many people cannot, therefore, ... Read More about Seeing Dyslexia as a Strength with Rich Sanchez
10 Favorite Family Christmas Traditions
Christmas is no ordinary time of year. It intoxicates our senses; the air smells of pine and sugar. The days are filled with music and stories. The soft, warm sleeves on our arms and thick mittens on our hands and hat on our head triggers our mind to think cozy thoughts despite the biting cold. Our ... Read More about 10 Favorite Family Christmas Traditions