The disapproving glances. The unsolicited advice. The warning by unhappy family members and friends that you're going to ruin your child if you homeschool.
Read MoreConsider me the bearer of bad news, because I have to tell you something that you may not want to hear: there is something seriously wrong with the public schools. But this is old news.
Read MoreIt’s not difficult to knock the curiosity out of a child.
Read MoreA common practice of any serious scholar since time immemorial, rote learning has received an undeservingly bad rap in the postmodern Western world.
Read MoreShould you let your children read abridged books? It’s a question worth asking.
Read MoreMy kids are behind!” Tell me honestly, as a homeschooler, have you not had the same thought at least once?!
Read MoreThe morning can swallow your time if you don't have a ritual in place especially when you’re homeschooling.
Read MoreDinnertime is a prime time to have meaningful conversations with your children and guide them in the right ways. Here are six tips and strategies you can use to optimize the benefits of eating together.
Read MoreA home without family meals is missing a vital ingredient. That’s why I’ve put together 9 easy steps to mealtime planning to guarantee your dinnertime success.
Read MoreI witnessed the perfect parenting crime the other night.
Read MoreHere are a few maxims that successful homeschoolers understand.
Read MoreTime in nature is not leisure time. It’s an essential investment in our children’s health.
Read MoreWhile some parents are exposing their children to Shakespeare at early ages, it might not be the wisest thing to do.
Read MoreHe looked me straight in the eyes and didn't flinch, as if to say, "Go right ahead!"
Read MoreHere are 100 manners that I hope you will agree every child should know.
Read MoreShould you buy a phonics book and teach your child to read, or should you hand the task over to your computer?
Read MoreThere's something so satisfying about doing things with your family that doesn't cost a penny!
Read MoreThere were a couple of things I caught on to; however, that will make math a lot more fun and easier to teach.
Read MoreYou can look at homeschooling in one of two ways: homeschooling is too stressful or homeschooling is a privilege.
Read More"Could the young but realize how soon they will become mere walking bundles of habits, they would give more heed to their conduct while in the plastic state."
Read MoreSmart Homeschool Planning with Elizabeth Y. Hanson, Homeschooling Expert and Certified Parenting Coach
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