How to Choose Homeschool Writing Activities for Any Kid

So many writing curricula, and not enough children. The more children we have, the more writing curricula we’ve sampled. We homeschool mamas are just trying to figure out how to choose homeschool writing activities that actually work for our kids. (And yet we never quite land on “the perfect one.”) But there are a lot…

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How to Teach Writing in a Child-Directed Way

Twelve ideas to teach writing in a child-directed way. Twelve ideas that address your real child’s interests.

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A Readaloud Family Book List (Plus One Just for Mom)

Our readaloud family book list might include half the public library, but I’ll share with you a few memorable ones you will want to read.

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Teach Spelling in a Child-Directed Way (Without a Program)

Can you get rid of the spelling program and still teach spelling in a child-directed way? Yes — and I can tell you exactly what I’ve learned about ditching the program and letting my kids learn to spell in a child-directed way instead. A new-to-homeschool mama asked me: “Do you have any advice on how…

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How to Create an Effective Homeschool Routine that Works for You

How to create a homeschool routine that works for you (& your homeschool kids)? I’ll help you clarify your values and priorities so you can.

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How to Handle Homeschool Criticism With Confidence

Learning how to handle criticism about homeschooling is one of the hardest parts of home educating. Here’s how to respond with confidence.

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