Reading is always at the heart of a homeschool day, and today I want to share why incorporating a shared reader into your routine can make such a meaningful difference. A shared reader is a book we read together, taking turns reading each page. It’s a chance to tackle books that are above your child’s…
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Mid-Year Reset | Goal-Setting and Homeschool Planning for the New Year
Happy New Year! I hope you and your family enjoyed a meaningful holiday season and are ready to start 2025! Many people use the New Year to start fresh, make resolutions, or begin something life-changing. I like to consider the turning of the year as my homeschool’s mid-year reset and make goals for the remainder…
How to Create and Use a Loop Schedule in Your Homeschool
Ever try to plan out your homeschool day—listing every subject, estimating how long each one would take—only to end up overwhelmed and anxious? That was me when I was homeschooling just a first grader with a toddler in tow. I desperately wanted to cover all the beautiful, rich subjects I had dreamed of, but I…
Work and Homeschool
Off and on for the past 6 years, I have worked a full-time job, been in college, worked part-time, and been a stay-at-home mom. One thing I have learned – and truly appreciated about homeschooling is that it IS flexible and fluid. Homeschooling is different year to year and we can change what we need…