Stepping Back and Letting God Take the Lead

A few years ago, one of the more ‘seasoned’ homeschool mothers in our church shared that she subscribes to the Holy Spirit approach to homeschooling.  Basically, she follows where the Spirit leads after having taken everything to God in prayer.  I thought it sounded wonderful, but will admit to being a bit nervous about relinquishing … Read more

Nature Journals Round-Up

Amy @ Homeschool Encouragement — Free Nature Journal Printables Marcy @ Ben and Me — Why Study Nature? (with free printable nature journal) Chareen @ Every Bed of Roses — Nature Journaling Resource List, Keeping a Nature Journal, and The Decorated Journal Michelle @ Delightful Learning — Our First Nature Journal Experience and First Sketches: From … Read more

Occupational Therapy Tips for Homeschool Parents

Although I’m currently home with my children, I’ve also worked as an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years. April is Occupational Therapy month, so Marcy has invited me to share some OT tips for homeschool parents. Presence It may seem obvious that as a homeschooling parent, you are with your child more than anyone else … Read more

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