Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and Steady Mom Have you ever just wanted to quit? Throw in the towel--hand in your resignation? I have. Just a few weeks ago, in fact. Maybe it had something to do with it being February, the notorious homeschool burnout season. Or …
Archives for March 2012
Weekend Links
Stop Stealing Dreams: Homeschooling works for parents who try it :: The Innovative Educator Apologies to the Parents I Judged Four Years Ago :: Huffington Post Kicking curriculum to the curb with living learning lists :: Everyday Snapshots 50 Simple Outside Activities for Kids :: No Time for …
Q&A Friday: Is homeschooling an out-of-reach, exclusive lifestyle?
Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and Steady Mom Writing Monday's post and reading through the comments (which are fascinating, by the way) this week started me thinking about some of the more philosophical reasons not to homeschool. Here are a few: Homeschooling won't …
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Motherhood: Dream Job or Drudgery?
Earlier this week I shared a guest post with readers at the blog Keeper of the Home and I wanted to share it with you as well! An excerpt: "Nobody ever said motherhood would be easy, yet I'm probably not the only one who has found that some seasons challenge us beyond what we anticipated. Did …
Raising an Independent Learner
The following is a guest post written by Amy of Raising Arrows. I am a firm believer in raising children who can think for themselves. I want my children to show initiative and integrity whether I’m there spurring them on or not. My goal is to raise children who love to learn so much they …