Written by Shawna Wingert of Different by Design Learning I used to give up somewhere around December 8th or so. The Thanksgiving rush seemed to drift into a chaotic mix of Christmas decorations, more complicated meal plans, and way too much wrapping paper. When my children were younger, it …
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50 Quick and Easy Ways to Connect with Your Kids
Written by Colleen Kessler of Raising Lifelong Learners You've been running since early in the morning. Meals, lessons, chores, clean up, calls, and more meals... You've spent the entire day with your kiddos, but as you take some much-deserved time to relax on the couch while the littles are …
How to survive without the library
Written by Melissa Camara Wilkins For as long as any of my kids can remember, our family routine has always included a trip to the library, at least once a week. Not to be too dramatic or anything, but I may have been known to say: I don’t know how I could survive without the library. I’m not …
11 ways to make monotony work for you
Written by Kari Patterson "What day is it?" This is the first thought that flits through my foggy mind as I wake up each morning. Knowing what day it is helps me mentally prepare for what's ahead, especially since our days can be so drastically different. Do I need to jump up and in the …
Super simple summer learning
Written by Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley of My Little Poppies I've mentioned before that our family takes a structured summer break. I didn't set out to be a year-round homeschooler. In fact, I'd like nothing more than a lazy summer filled with simple pleasures: Lemonade stands Rootbeer …
