homeschool philosophies and why you don’t need to care

Let’s get to why I’m writing about homeschool philosophies and why you don’t need to care before a haze falls across your eyes as opaquely as the haze of smoke settling into my mountain valley homestead in August. Why, why, why would I talk about homeschool philosophies in such a glib way. Why, why, why…

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Unveil Education Insights: Your Guide to Homeschooling Success

Why you homeschool matters more than how you homeschool. But why is your homeschool affected by your thoughts: what is an education anyway? So, let’s consider what an education is anyway? Let’s unveil education insights. So let’s chat education insights. What I’ve come to understand what is an education? The elements of a great education:…

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What about homeschool socialization?

What are the most important things homeschoolers need to know about homeschool socialization? Early on as homeschoolers, we most frequently hear the questions:  Years later, my top three questions are: How do I ensure time for myself and also peacefully parent? As my children’s continual companion, prime educational adviser, social organizer, and interpersonal counselor (besides all…

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Curriculum Compass: Expert Guidelines for Choosing the Perfect Homeschool Curriculum

I went to a homeschool conference last spring, and I didn’t buy a thing. (Turns out I went with three guidelines for choosing curriculum.) So what does my lack of purchasing tell you about me? Therefore, I must be… a. No longer homeschooling. b. Already in possession of enough books to occupy a public school…

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a readaloud family book list we love (& provides adventure too)

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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5 Ways to Parent Homeschool Teenagers to Keep You Sane

We need to devise a plan for engaging emotional challenges with our homeschool teenagers. I share five principles that have served our family.

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