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We’ve all had those moments as parents—staring at our kids and wondering, “ How many times do I have to tell you?” It’s like a broken record that plays in the background of parenting life, right? Being a parent isn’t for the faint of heart. It means understanding that a lot of what we do involves […]
[…] irony is that the more time you spend together, the more you learn about each other. The more you will figure out what makes your child tick, how they are wired, their learning styles, and their personality traits. Ultimately, your heart will turn to them, and their hearts will turn to you (Malachi 4:6). […]
[…] up following lock downs? Let’s take a look! COVID-19 changed everything about education in 2020. In the past year, I’ve written several articles (including this one) about how COVID-19 has dramatically affected K–12 education. I discussed several surveys from last spring indicating that numerous parents were seriously considering the idea of continuing to homeschool […]
[…] faith, and understand the value of others. It can also help children develop a Biblical worldview and understand the Bible’s truths and God’s plan for mankind. How do I Choose a Homeschool Bible Curriculum? Once you have decided you want to purchase a homeschool Bible curriculum, it is important to consider a few […]
[…] depth and come up with a hands-on experiment that investigates a question you have about the world around you. Let’s walk you through the complete process of how to do a science fair project. Including, coming up with an idea, creating a testable question, conducting the experiment, recording and examining your results and even […]
[…] bottom line is that knowledge of the Holy One combined with a deep and abiding love of God became a high priority in our family homeschool. And how much reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic should we try and “squeeze” into the schedule? From a practical standpoint, what should this look like? Let me rephrase the […]
[…] among them was our desire to take back our schedule instead of being at the mercy of someone else’s timetable. (And don’t even get me started on how much I dreaded the daily drop-off and pick-up line.) I am also a full-time, working-from-home mom, so I knew this jump into homeschooling would require strategy […]
Still, fears abound. As a result, many people will be seeking God for answers. Philippians 4 reminds us Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice
[…] you curate your student’s educational path, their needs and preferences will become more apparent. Some homeschooling costs are challenging to pin down due to a few factors: How many children you are homeschooling: While you can save a lot of money by teaching certain subjects to multiple children, there will still be expenses for […]
[…] even siblings. You see, homeschooling is a whole family endeavor. And the accomplishment should be celebrated in style and by all the participants (i.e. the entire family). How can a parent encourage their homeschool graduate? Here are a few suggestions: Celebrate their accomplishments Take time to acknowledge and celebrate your graduate’s achievements. Let them […]
[…] and its surrounding community, used to be the center of family life, a place pulsing with productivity and learning. A lively home is hard to find now. How can you cultivate one? Let’s find out! When my brother and I started school at home, we had already experienced both public and private schools. Perhaps […]
[…] the game plan.” This means that the team arrived with some predetermined plays to start things off. They probably also had a few adjustments planned, depending on how successfully or unsuccessfully their initial strategy played out. With homeschooling, you need to start each year with a game plan, a strategy. You’ve selected curricula with […]
[…] he reads these days. Learning in a Positive Social Environment Dr. Deb Bell likes to say, “If we built a school from the ground up based on how children learn best, we would build a home.” Many families have decided to homeschool to avoid the negative social environments often found in public and private […]
[…] love them more than anyone in the whole world, and you will do whatever it takes to help them learn and succeed in life. You taught them how to walk and talk (two very complex skills to master), and you have everything you need to teach them the love of learning. You also have […]
[…] parents in an individual home runs their respective homeschool. Sure, the state or local governments set certain requirements and benchmarks, but the teacher, AKA the parent, determines how to run their homeschool. Core Principles and Values Generally, families opt for homeschooling because they can follow a customizable educational philosophy. Homeschooling families are drawn to […]
[…] can be a challenge. There are so many factors to consider. We may ask ourselves if our kids are ready for college. They may be asking themselves how to know what path God is calling them on and what college is the right choice. You may be asking yourself how to know which college […]
[…] algebra is so important, and when your child will use it. Before I get started with the everyday uses of algebra, I want to first talk about how important it is to study hard concepts that stretch our minds. The first impression we get when we hear the word, ‘algebra,’ is usually something like, […]
[…] science endeavors! 4. Encourage your child to ask questions and to do research. Remember we don’t know everything. Science is learning about the world around us and how everything in it works. Learning how to look for answers is a valuable tool to teach your children. Make researching the answers to questions part of […]
[…] our first year of homeschooling was so hard, we seriously considered quitting. Right now, you too might be feeling overwhelmed with questions, fears, and concerns. For starters, how can you know if you’re using the right curriculum for your kids? How do you choose wisely from among the many different resources out there? And […]
[…] at home: Spiritual Growth Our home is the key place where our homeschool teens will see the power and mercy of the Gospel on display and experience how that can affect our lives. If your faith and values matter to you and these inform your daily attitudes, choices and actions, then your home is […]
