It’s November. Traditionally a month of homeschool burnout. Because it looks sad outside. Because it’s dark. Because we are being bombarded with images of Christmas cheer and screaming deals and so many things we want but can’t afford. Because we feel like we have to create an awesome Advent and Christmas and that is just around…Read more …
The holidays are upon us. How did that happen? It’s still 75 degrees here in Denver, but Thanksgiving is just 3 weeks away. Historically, I have taken two different approaches to homeschooling in November and December: The problem with the first approach is that, at least around here, “letting the season be the teacher” quickly…Read more …
What a fabulous workshop we had last week! Thank you to everyone who came out to make it a fruitful time of learning and support. While there’s no substitute for the in-person camaraderie and exchange of ideas (not to mention the tea and cake!), I wanted to offer a little taste of what you missed…Read more …
These are my favorite resources for teaching the Catholic faith to my kiddos. Catechisms St. Patrick’s Summer: A Children’s Adventure Catechism (Marigold Hunt) A fun approach to the Catechism in storybook format. The children in the story are visited by Saints who deliver catechism lessons and tell exciting stories from the history of the Church. A…Read more …
Copywork is a favorite tool in Classical and Charlotte Mason homeschooling circles, but what is copywork? What benefits does it provide? How do you get started with it? How do you find passages? I’m glad you asked. What is Copywork? Copywork is just what it sounds like. Depending on your child’s age and developmental level,…Read more …
Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or you’ve been at it for years, chances are you’re looking to buy some curriculum for next year. Maybe you are considering a full grade level package. Maybe you’re just looking to fill in a few gaps – perhaps a spelling program or a foreign language curriculum. Where do you…Read more …
Have you ever read a book and thought, “Why haven’t I ever heard of this book? Why isn’t everyone talking about this book? Did I miss something? People must know about this book!” (If you have, please, please share it in the comments below!) I just finished reading this kind of book to my 5-year-old…Read more …
I am constantly on the search for ways to make math fun and meaningful in my homeschool. Math really is cool when you’re playing with it, and I like to show my kids that there can be a reward for all of the hard work they do in their daily math books. One way I…Read more …
That was so much fun!What an amazing and inspiring group of women you all are! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and encouragement and support. If you missed it, I can offer you a little taste of the awesomeness, but, alas, I cannot re-create for you the amazing synergy of the lovely group of…Read more …
I have a fundamental belief that each of us is a unique creation with strengths and weaknesses that equip us for our individual mission in this life. I have struggled so much with the idea of “learning disabilities” because I feel a hyper-focus on a person’s weaknesses can overshadow the development of that person’s gifts.…Read more …
