Written by our newest contributor - Colleen Kessler of Raising Lifelong Learners (Welcome, Colleen!) "But what if the sun explodes while we're still living? It's old, and stars eventually die a fiery death, taking everything in their path along with them. That means the Earth -- and us -- will die …
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How to thrive during a busy homeschool season
How to thrive during a busy homeschool season ~ Written by Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley of My Little Poppies I am a huge introvert. Huge. As an introverted homeschool mama, I have always felt my best when our weeks were filled with ample margin. I treasured that glorious white space in my weekly …
5 ways social media helps me homeschool
Written by Shawna Wingert of Not the Former Things This week's FEATURED SPONSOR is Ivy Kids, and I've found that each time I mention them here, I'm sure to hear from those of you who are die-hard fans! These unit studies are based on kids’ books, & each month you receive the book & ALL the …
The Joy of Homeschooling Middle School
The Joy of Homeschooling Middle School ~ Written by Purva Brown of The Classical Unschooler I will admit that the beginning of this school year was a tad terrifying. After all, I was going to be homeschooling three children! I had poured my heart into creating curricula and teaching my first …
Give yourself permission to do this today
Written by Melissa Camara Wilkins Things I have said in the last twenty-four hours: "Yes, you can each have a popsicle." "Yes, you can play outside." "No, you may not have your own phone. Or iPad. Or computer." (Someday, surely! But today: no.) "Yes, you may bring a snack. No …