8 Homeschool Myths That Make Me Smile ~ Written by Jessica Waldock of The Waldock Way I’m sure you’ve heard some of the popular homeschool myths. The truth is that homeschooling is never what we think it will be when we begin the journey. We learn together as a family about what we are …
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Teaching Kids to Take Initiative (Part 2)
Teaching kids to take initiative (Part 2) ~ Written by Kari Patterson "What can I do for you this morning, MoaLoa?" Heidi (14) had just woken up and come downstairs. She has about a dozen knick-names for me, so that wasn't new, but it struck me afresh: She has become so helpful, I couldn't do our …
Homeschooling: Unleashing the Potential of Kids with Executive Function Challenges
Homeschooling: Unleashing the Potential of Kids with Executive Function Challenges ~ Written by Colleen Kessler from Raising Lifelong Learners We all know that executive function skills are super important for our children's success in organizing, planning, managing time, and more. But what about …
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3 Tips for a Successful Poetry Teatime
3 Tips for a Successful Poetry Teatime - Written by Erin Vincent of Nourishing My Scholar A note from Jamie: My Introverted Moms' Book Club is open for Summer members, but only through Wed, May 24 - find out more and sign up now! "Mama, can we have poetry teatime?" My 10-year-old asked me …
How hard do I push my hesitant child?
How hard do I push my hesitant child? ~ Written by Kari Patterson As I typed this title tears sprang to my eyes. Wow, what a journey it's been. If I had to sum up what it's been like the last 16 years with an Asperger's child, this question is what comes to mind. How hard do I push my hesitant …