I found myself looking through my archives for some Christmas favorites. So, I thought it would be good to place them all in a nice little spot. A homeschool mom’s Christmas favorites like recipes we use often in December, advent resources plus holiday and winter art and more. He appeared and the soul felt its […]
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15 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Christmas with Kids
Are you wondering what you can do to make Christmas enjoyable (and build cherished memories) for your family? Here are some cool ideas for how you can celebrate Christmas with your kids. Whatever you choose to do, remember to have fun and enjoy spending time together as a family. 15 Meaningful Ways To Celebrate Christmas […]
Christmas Budget Dwindling? Frugal Gift Ideas and Crafts
Is your Christmas budget dwindling? Become quite versed in making Christmas happen for cheap with these frugal gift ideas and crafts. I love giving gifts and am too stubborn to just tell the family “we are not doing gifts this year”. So I have been determined to make Christmas gifts happen, regardless of our budget! […]
Reindeer Mix a.k.a. White Christmas Snack Recipe: Baking with Kids
Always a holiday favorite is Reindeer Mix, a.k.a. White Christmas Snack. It’s an easy solution for parties, teacher or neighbor gifts or a nice little something to tuck in the mailbox for your mail carrier. It’s very simple. You might even have the ingredients on hand. Just melt the white chocolate bark and pour it […]
Advent Family Activities: Creating A Meaningful And Fun Christmas
These advent family activities are a wonderful way to focus on the Savior during this Christmas season. With two options for advent chains, your family can count down to Christmas. I want to have my December game-plan before December hits. I want to create some intentional, meaningful memories this Christmas Season. I want to pass […]
A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Christmas in July
It’s hot outside. Mosquitoes abound (at least here in the south). I bet you are fanning yourself as you are reading this. Ready for some cool thoughts for mid-summer? Our annual tradition of Christmas in July will have you and your children smiling. Christmas in July For Kids For one or two days right smack […]
The Great Christmas Breakfast Debate: A Homechool Mom’s Favorite Recipes
Just what to have for Christmas breakfast? Every year there is the Great Christmas Breakfast Debate and here is a listing of this homeschool mom’s favorite recipes. When I was a kid, every Christmas morning my mom would make a huge batch of hot cocoa and a towering pile of buttered toast. And that was […]
The Ultimate Guide to Lovely Christmas Activities for Your Homeschool
This guide to lovely Christmas activities for your homeschool is designed to be filled with ideas to simplify and enjoy the season. So, fix a steamy cup of hot chocolate and settle into your favorite chair by the twinkling holiday lights. In the last several years I’ve shared how we take December off from homeschool. […]
Free Homeschool Art Lessons For All Ages
Welcome to Your Art Lessons Index with Links Included! Nana and Tricia have shared more than 100 Free Art Lessons for All Ages! Here at Your Best Homeschool (formerly Hodgepodge) we are passionate about reminding you that You ARE an Artist! These are our original, step-by-step, written tutorials. Many have not been updated because our […]
Finding the Heart of Homeschool
Sometimes when I am in the thick of a homeschool day, I have to remind myself about finding the heart of homeschool. It can be busy and the needs of the age range are many. But during this homeschool week the Lord reminded me about relationships. And He reminded me to ask Him for wisdom. […]
Help for the Struggling Homeschool Mom When It’s Almost Christmas
I imagine many of you have your tree or trees already decorated and you’re ready for all of the holiday festivities. Some of you may have to travel and some of you may have guests coming to your home. Some of you may not have very many holiday activities planned. This may be a lonely […]
I’m Bored Christmas Edition
It’s time for I’m Bored Christmas Edition. Because, it is official. It is Christmas break at our house. And that means I’ll be hearing, “I’m bored!” before we’ve even finished breakfast. When holiday homeschooling, this can be a struggle. The usual routine is gone and we need a bit of structure for our day. Even […]
How To Have a Simple Christmas
Simplicity. Simple things, simple joys, simple beauty. It’s what I crave right now. I guess it’s understandable, since we sold/donated/gave away almost everything we owned when we moved back in September. I am finding that I have a desire to keep life that way. Simple. Even a simple Christmas. How to Have a Simple Christmas for the Homeschool Mom […]