You all know I’m a fan of things that make homeschool life easier. Now, although homeschoolers don’t need to wear masks in public school classrooms all day, these pesky little things are still required for outings to the store and other activities. Recently, the AirPop Mask company reached out to me to review their masks …
You all know I’m a fan of educational toys and programs that make learning easier and more fun. Recently, the Yoto company reached out to me to review their new Yoto player, and of course I said yes! Disclaimer: Yes, this is a sponsored post that includes an affiliate link. If you use it to …
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If you’re wondering whether CBD oil can help children (and adults) with ADD/ADHD, the answer is yes! This post from guest author Chett Goldin explains more. Personally, I am not a fan of medication because of the risks, side-effects, and neurological damage they can (and do) cause. (Check out Dr Peter Breggin’s work for more …
It’s officially the end of our first year of homeschooling! Hooray! Also, can I have more coffee? And cake? We are definitely going to bake and decorate cupcakes this coming weekend. Like many parents, we started our homeschooling journey by withdrawing our child from playschool. It was her second one, and she simply wasn’t happy …
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Are you frustrated with homeschooling, wondering how to make the light bulb in your child’s mind turn on more often? Here’s a key that almost always makes a difference: CONNECTING with your child. It’s like a switch. Connecting with your child enables better learning. You may have heard homeschoolers say “The relationship with your child …
I sat watching my child do a math worksheet and it was taking forever. It wasn’t making either of us excited at all. I knew my child’s learning style was visual and hands-on, but what that meant in practice, I wasn’t so sure yet. I was frustrated, and so was she. Then, I tried using …
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Dear parent of a special needs child (or children), I respect you deeply. You are some of the toughest parents I know. The battles you face, the exhaustion and soul-wearying fatigue, the constant repetition and the superhuman amount of patience you exert are hard. Some days, you see some progress in your child and celebrate …
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Hey parent, looking into high school curriculum options for homeschooling your teenager? Respect! Being a parent of a teenager can be tough enough by itself, without adding the weight of important decisions to the mix. If you’re considering the different options available for your high schooler, this post will be helpful in providing you an …
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You’re browsing the internet, browsing parent reviews and scrolling endlessly through Christian homeschool curriculum recommendations. How do you choose one? How do you know which one is right? As a Christian, depending on your background, you may be looking for a curriculum that is Bible-based obviously, but you want something your child will be able …
How do these other moms do it – homeschooling multiple kids? I can just see you there, dear parent, picking up one book, putting down another, teaching one child while trying to appease the toddler pulling at your leg. It’s like the ultimate multi-tasking disaster waiting to explode in your head and your house when …
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