What an experience! The Van Gogh Experience was our daughter’s choice for her birthday celebration. This art museum is truly an immersive experience. Our entire family definitely felt immersed in Van Gogh’s beautiful works of art. Especially in the immersion room after walking through the galleries! The Van Gogh Experience would also be a great […]
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Celebrate and Learn About Veterans Day in Your Homeschool
I am sharing specials and resources to help you celebrate and learn about Veterans Day in your homeschool! Celebrate and Learn About Veterans Day in Your Homeschool Because you might be planning to learn about Veterans Day in your homeschool, I have gathered some free and fun resources for you to enjoy. If you paint […]
10 Habits for The Family Table
The habit of family gathered for a meal is one that spills over and blesses in so many other areas of family life. Today, I share several helpful posts from our authors to make 10 Habits for the Family Table. The incredible gift of the ordinary! Glory comes streaming from the table of daily life.” […]
Why You Should Take an Art Museum Homeschool Field Trip
It is one thing to study a piece of art or an artist with a book or an online artist study. It is quite another to see a piece of art in person – and to see, up close, the actual brush strokes by the artist. That is one reason why you should take an art […]
10 Ways To Build The Healthy Habit of Laughter
Studies have shown that laughter is healthy, healing. It may even have benefits similar to a light workout! And we all know the verse “A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones.” (Prov. 17:22) Let us consider the healthy habit of laughter. Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing. Then they said […]
A Season of Rest
Last week I noticed a few trees here and there with a tint of fall color. Today a shower of brown oak leaves on the porch and lawn. I went out to investigate and sure enough the first thing I noticed was that at 11am it is only 70 degrees outside! The second thing is […]
The Imperfect Homeschooler’s Simple Guide to the College Search
Deep breath. You’ve reached it – the college search. As a homeschool parent, the college search may have seemed so far off. It certainly did for me. However, it is fantastic journey to be on with your high schooler. My high schoolers and I have learned a few things the last four years. We are […]
Should I Homeschool My Child? Help for Getting Started
You may be wondering, should I homeschool my child? Where do I even start? How do I make the decision to homeschool? Well, each and every family is unique. That is exactly why homeschooling may be the answer for you. Because you have a family like no one else, you have the freedom to design […]
Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler Recipe
Nana’s Old fashioned peach cobbler recipe is very simple to make and uses a boxed cake mix! Great for family celebrations or any time. My mother (Nana) makes this for dessert for family birthday lunches. And we just enjoyed it following last Sunday’s lunch. The way to enjoy this peach cobbler recipe on a Sunday […]
Everything You Need To Create The Perfect Homeschool Schedule For Your Family
Are you new to homeschooling? You may be wondering how you will be able to teach your school age children the three “r’s,” fit in all the other subjects, and still have time for other things? Will you be able to get to the household chores and appointments AND pay attention to your younger children? […]
How to Start a Homeschool Routine
I am sharing some favorite tips and resources for how to start a homeschool routine. A dear reader, Kimberly, asked: “Any advice on starting a homeschool routine for the first time? For us, it’s kindergarten so our first “school” day routine ever! I’m wondering how to make the transition from six years of all day, […]
Have a Back to Homeschool Planning Date
I had not back to homeschool school planning dates with each of my children this week. It is always good to take each of my children out, one-on-one, and chat about this BIG year coming up. There’s just something special about designating time for just the two of us to talk. I thought you might […]
Everything You Need to Know About Choosing a Homeschool Curriculum
Imagine this scene…. You’re new to homeschooling, and you’ve filed your notice of intent (or whatever is required in your state). You have cleaned out the guest room, added desks, and created a “school room” (or you’ve just cleared off a space on the kitchen table). You’ve even purchased a set of bookshelves from a […]