A few years ago I had never heard of Waldorf education. I eventually had my first introduction through the blogosphere--as many mama writers raved about Waldorf's philosophies and values. Perhaps you're experienced in Waldorf methodology and practice--if so I hope you'll share with us in the …
Archives for April 2010
Should I Homeschool Or Not?
Written by Misha Thompson To homeschool or not to homeschool, that may be your question. And that only leads to more questions: How do I know if I should or not? What should I even start to think about? What about curriculum? If you have at all considered homeschooling these questions have …
5 Homeschooling Reads to Encourage You
Ever feel a tad overwhelmed by all the homeschooling research and information out there? Sometimes we know we're making the right choice in educating our kids at home. They're learning, thriving, and right on track. But in certain seasons, self-doubt swoops down and threatens to envelop us. …
Managing Your Kitchen and Your Child’s Education
One of the benefits of homeschooling our children is the opportunity to teach them the nitty gritty of home management. A very useful lifelong skill. This is especially important in the kitchen. Thanks to Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution and others who are sounding the alarm, we're becoming aware …
The Model Homeschool
I am a huge fan of model homes. I love visiting them and poring over photos of perfectly arranged rooms with that too-perfect-to-be-lived-in quality. I know that many of these are set up for a spectacular photo shoot -- I'm sure if you could see the other side of the photographer, there'd be a …