The Habit of Writing – Part Two It’s not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What’s important is that God makes the seed grow. The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose. And both will be rewarded for their own hard work. For we […]
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Family Camp: Guest Post by Phyllis Bergenholtz
Just this week I joked with Phyllis that she was part of my continuing education. But it’s true. She and her family do so many wonderful learning activities that truly educate me. Not only in the ways of homeschooling but in the ways of joy. Of making memories. On her blog, All Things Beautiful, Phyllis […]
Tapestry of Grace in Workboxes
We delved into workboxes at the same time we started an Olympic unit study last month. Doing both new things together made for a good transition. I wondered how workboxes would work out when we returned to our Tapestry studies. Here’s a sample schedule to show you how: History reading – book in a box […]
The Habit of Quality Time Together
You know you can be in the same room with someone and really not be spending time with them. As parents we need to make sure that we aren’t constantly just in the same room with our children. We need to have a Habit of Quality Time Together. The real kind of time, time when you’re giving them your undivided […]
Shhh. It’s Quiet Time.
When our eldest outgrew her nap I struggled with losing that quiet time for myself. I needed it! The three-month-old was napping. Why was now the time for the toddler to drop a nap?? I also noticed she and I were both able to handle late afternoons better when we had our afternoon quiet time. […]
Beautiful Fall Homeschool Activities For All Ages
I know I mentioned this before. Fall fever gets me more than spring. Every season of homeschooling has its challenges. But fall– especially October – calls us out of the house more often with beautiful fall homeschool activities. These beautiful fall days are simply meant to be enjoyed. Beautiful Fall Homeschool Activities For All Ages […]
Simple Summer Reading Ideas to Encourage Reluctant Readers
Okay, so maybe reading isn’t at the top of the my kids’ to-do lists this summer, but it is always at the top of mine. I’m hopeful that if we make it a little more fun and collaborative, they’ll think summer reading is as fun as I do. Simple Summer Reading Ideas to Encourage Reluctant […]
A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to The Great Backyard Bird Count
This homeschool mom’s guide to the Great Backyard Bird Count includes resources to jump right in and enjoy this citizen science project. Such fun for homeschool families! A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to The Great Backyard Bird Count First, take a look at this overview of the Great Backyard Bird Count with resources. It’s everything you […]
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 […]
Homeschool Mom Tips: 5 Ways to Make Math Fun for Kids
If you ask homeschool parents, educators (or kids) which subject yields the most frustration or elicits the most sighs, chances are math is the one that ranks the highest. It is a subject that can cause a great deal of stress for people. Sometimes, kids can have so much stress associated with math that they […]
Devotionals for Working and Homeschool Moms
These devotionals for working and homeschool moms are encouraging and practical for everyday life. I’ve finally embraced the fact that there are seasons and stages in life, and during these times there are often different expectations and standards I have for myself. I had been taught at an early age that it is important to […]
Summer Ideas For Kids: A Chalkboard List For Your Family
Here are some fun summer ideas for kids and a chalkboard list for your family so it is easily seen. I love chalkboard. I also appreciate a good list. And so we created a chalkboard of summer prompts. A combination of the two! Summer Ideas For Kids: A Chalkboard List For Your Family Simple. Actions […]
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 […]