How to Spot a Homeschooler by Things You Find in Our Houses “When I was growing up, we had a bat in the freezer for a couple of years,” my husband said reflectively. This comment – which made me choke on my water – came after he opened our freezer to find the collection of…
Because Sometimes Learning Stops Learning never stops. That’s what homeschooling mamas like to say – sometimes in kind of a snippy little way. Don’t get mad. You know it’s true. Sometimes. If you’re one of those homeschooling mamas (or dads) under whose watch learning (at least the formal variety) really does never stop, move along….
Homeschoolers are like everyone else in so many ways. Yet there are ways we are different, too. But keep in mind that being different can be a good thing! And, speaking of being different, let’s talk about one of the ways homeschoolers tend to be different than other kids. Let’s talk about how to spot…
We all want to be great homeschool parents. Years ago, I scrolled Pinterest and found beautiful pictures of home “classrooms” full of bright colors and posters. Completely organized. Cute little desks with cute little chairs. Color-coded schedules on the wall. Everyone is well-dressed like they’re going to a staff meeting. Hair brushed. Teeth clean and…
How to Spot a Homeschooler by Our Friendships I was an only child who – for many years of my education, at least- was homeschooled. Now, I’m homeschooling my daughter who is also an only child. If there’s one homeschooling stereotype that I ran into often growing up, it’s the same one that people like…
“I am not sure you should do this. I think you guys are becoming hermits.” A well-meaning friend said this after I told her about our decision to homeschool. It was ten years ago, but it has stuck with me all along. It terrified me when she said it. Was I dooming my kids to…
