We’ve been homeschooling since the end of 2016 and, after hearing all the stories of boundaries blurred by passersby onto the unsuspecting rogue human- also known as the wild homeschooler– I’ve been waiting for our moment. The one where a stranger goes straight for the homeschooling jugular. And then, I’d have to adjust my denim…
5 Hidden Gems for New Homeschooling Parents When you’re brand new to homeschooling, it can seem a little overwhelming. Especially if homeschooling isn’t really something you even thought about before 2020 (Hellooo, 2020!), you are probably now discovering that homeschooling is more than just a form of education–it’s a whole lifestyle. It’s a lifestyle in…
3 Top Tips for Finding Your Groove as a New Homeschool Mom 2020. It’s been a wild ride. If there’s one good thing that came out of it though, it’s that so many people now see the freedom and flexibility educating your children at home can bring. For those of us who already homeschooled, we had…
Are you thinking about homeschooling your child? Or are you a seasoned homeschooler? Maybe you’ve had homeschool thrust upon you unexpectedly. Take heart! Here’s a humorous look at five reasons you don’t need a green thumb to homeschool and why I think homeschooling is easier than keeping houseplants alive. I was so excited to…
Journal of a Not-So-Ready Homeschool Mom: The Perfect Storm Ready or not, I’m officially a homeschool mom. Thank you, 2020. And honestly, I’m not so ready. Week one was full of tears. Week two was less emotional but still lacking in the calm, centered joy of learning I’d always pictured for our homeschool days….
Even Homeschoolers Need Mental Health Days. When we first start homeschooling, we feel so much pressure! There are so many wonderful opportunities! But there’s the curriculum. Oh, the curriculum, that somehow needs to be “checked off,” and how are going to get it all done? Plus, we see how much homework the neighbor’s kids are…
