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Honest. Quirky. Real. Practical tips, candid reviews, and stereotype-smashing humor for homeschooling families.

Honest. Quirky. Real. Practical tips, candid reviews, and stereotype-smashing humor for homeschooling families.

How to Successfully Sell Used Homeschool Curriculum on eBay

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Homeschooling on a budget? Buying and selling used is where it’s at! Learn how to successfully sell used homeschool curriculum on eBay.

Written by Adrienne Bolton of The Mommy Mess.

I’m always surprised to learn how many people don’t sell used homeschool curriculum on eBay. We’re balling on a budget, so buying and selling used has been part of my shopping process every year, and I check eBay first!

Are you homeschooling on a budget? One great way to stretch your homeschool dollar is reselling used textbooks and supplies at the end of the year. (Purchasing used for the upcoming year saves a ton, too!)

How to Successfully Sell Used Homeschool Curriculum on eBay

Getting Started Selling Used Homeschool Curriculum on eBay

If you don’t already have one, you’ll need an eBay account. It’s simple to set up. [Read more…]

How to Easily Cover All Subjects with Interest-Led Learning

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Discover how easy it is for children to learn what they need to know in all subject areas while following an interest-led learning approach.

Written by Erin Vincent of Nourishing My Scholars.

Can children really learn all they need to learn by following their interests? Covering all subjects is indeed possible whether you follow an interest-led learning approach all the time, part-time, only in spring and summer, or just in the afternoon.

You can integrate your children’s passions into your homeschool rhythm if you are willing to support and nurture their growing interests. But sometimes you have to think outside the box.

How to Easily Cover All Subjects with Interest-Led Learning

Interest-Led Learning

To make the most of interest-led learning, look for ways to support your children’s interests.  For example, one of my son’s interests is the guitar, so I look for ways to nurture that.

He has been taking guitar lessons for several years with Gentle Guitar. His goal when he started was to learn to play Beethoven’s 5th. Now he’s researching the greatest guitarists of all time like B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix, and Keith Richards by looking up their most notable songs on YouTube and comparing different techniques.

He is also learning to play by ear the theme songs from his favorite video games and considering the MasterClass, Carlos Santana Teaches the Art and Soul of Guitar. [Read more…]

6 Secrets to Slaying the Teacher/Mom Balance in Homeschooling

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How many hats do you feel like you wear as a homeschool parent? Adrienne shares six secrets for discovering a good teacher/mom balance in homeschooling.

Written by Adrienne Bolton of The Mommy Mess.

Finding a comfortable teacher/mom balance in homeschooling has been one of the most significant challenges for me. I’ve spent years trying to juggle the two hats only inevitably to fail because it’s impossible to separate the pair.

Do you struggle with this too?

Teacher/Mom Balance in Homeschooling

Try these six secrets I’ve found for slaying the teacher/mom balance in your homeschool.

1. Be a parent, first and foremost.

Homeschooling is not only your job but a large part of who you are as a parent. When I’m struggling with that teacher/mom balance in homeschooling, I try to remember one rule of thumb: I’m my kids’ mom above all else. I just happened to choose a style of parenting that involves teaching them at home.   [Read more…]

Checking Boxes Without Your Kids Checking Out

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What do you do when homeschool laws force you to teach boring subjects? Get tips for checking boxes without your kids checking out mentally.

One of the biggest homeschooling pros is the fact that we can teach what we want how we want to teach it.

Usually.

Depending on where you homeschool, your state may dictate some of what you have to include in your homeschool. And, if you have a college-bound teen, admissions requirements may play a role in course planning.

Checking Boxes Without Your Kids Checking Out

So, what happens when you have to teach something that is less-than-appealing to your student? How do you satisfy state regulations or college expectations without boring your kids?

I’ve got some tips for checking boxes without your kid checking out. [Read more…]

How to Maintain Scheduling Boundaries : 6 Simple Solutions

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When you homeschool, it can be difficult to set and maintain scheduling boundaries. Try Sara’s tips to stay focused and avoid derailing your school day.

Written by Sara Dennis of Classically Homeschooling.

Do you know the one skill all homeschooling parents need? The ability to set scheduling boundaries! After all, you need to drive the kids to activities. Your spouse needs you to run an errand. The church is asking for volunteers. Everyone wants a piece of your time.

So how do you maintain scheduling boundaries?

How to Maintain Scheduling Boundaries

Treat Scheduled Time Like an Appointment

Treat your scheduled time (for exercising or homeschooling, for example) like an appointment. You wouldn’t skip a doctor’s appointment just to run a quick errand, would you? Give yourself the same respect you give the doctor and treat your time as an appointment. [Read more…]