It can be scary allowing your homeschooled teens to make their own schedules. I mean, are they really responsible enough to get the work done? As frightening as turning over the reins can be, it’s important that teens learn time management and develop self-motivation. Try these tips for allowing homeschooled teens to make their own…
Let’s be honest. Sometimes homeschooling feels like drudgery – for our children and us. Did you know that just one or two simple schedule tweaks can have a huge impact on your homeschool? I’ve seen in play out in our homes time and again. Just a slight change can result in a huge improvement in…
There are many different types of homeschooling parents. I have always been the type to enjoy getting in there and learning alongside my kids. But, I also always looked forward to having more independent learners. I used to daydream about all the things I could get done if I had just an hour or two…
From the moment your first child scribbled a mark on a piece of paper, you’ve probably been enthralled with your kids’ artwork. As much as we love our artists and their handiwork, saving every little creation just isn’t feasible. It’s tough to figure out how to display kid’s art – or recycle it. What do…
Written by Tara Mitchell of Embark on the Journey. Are your kids involved in a multitude of extracurricular activities? Do they attend Sunday School, youth group, and a homeschool co-op, as well? Do you feel as if you’re in your car more than you’re not? If so, your kids may be struggling with overload. They…
Written by Adrienne Bolton of The Mommy Mess. The best first step in tossing your homeschool lesson plans is trying for years to stick to them to little (or no) avail. I cannot tell you how many different ways I’ve tried to create useful lesson plans over the years. I’ve filled everything from trendy homeschool…
