I’ve been on this homeschool gig for many years and I sometimes feel a bit inadequate teaching a given topic to my punks. Maybe that’s just me. Or… just maybe you sometimes feel the same way. Thankfully, I don’t have to sail this homeschooling ship all by my onesies. Savvy (to paraphrase Captain Jack Sparrow)? … Read more
I love roses, and I suppose that is a good thing as our garden is full of rose bushes of all sorts. When I was a child I lived in a house with fantastically ancient rose bushes. These old ladies produced the most immense and beautiful blooms. The kind you can sink your entire face … Read more
Dear Homeschool Mom, We are writing to you today to let you know that you are not alone. Having feelings of being overwhelmed or feeling like you are inadequate for the task before you does not make you a failure. It simply means you need a break. It’s time to have a rest, regroup, focus, … Read more
Over the years I have come to realize that so many of the things we do in our homes can be used to teach something in our homes and make learning about the world around us so much more tangible. Using our senses cements our learning and our sense of smell and taste are one … Read more
We all need a break sometimes, don’t we? Us homeschooling parents seem to be “on” all of the time between teaching our kids, and having our kids with us all of the time, sometimes we just need some down time. Our kids need that too. Their brains need time to rest and recharge just like … Read more