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 may have a hard time… View Post
How to Toss Your Homeschool Lesson Plans and Still Get Stuff Done: Practical Tips to Stop Over-Planning
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 mom planners to basic spiral… View Post
5 Vital Questions to Ask Before Planning Your Homeschool Year
Written by Sara Dennis of Classically Homeschooling. I don’t know about you, but it’s planning season for me! I’m hauling up books, ordering curriculum, and printing maps like there’s no tomorrow. However, I’ve noticed that all the planning in the world doesn’t bring about an awesome homeschool year unless you think about these 5 things as you plan your homeschool…. View Post
Customizable Homeschool Planners from A Plan in Place
You what’s a weird thing about homeschool moms? Well, yeah, a lot of things, but the one I’m thinking of right now is how at this time of year, we’re as bad as our kids chomping at the bit for the school year to be over – but we’re already thinking about next year. I know that isn’t true for… View Post
6 Reasons You Need a Built-in Catch-Up Day (and How to Plan One!)
I used to hear people talk about a four-day school week. It sounded like a fabulous idea, but I couldn’t wrap my mind around how it would work. Now, more than 5 years later, we’re still reaping the benefits of a built-in catch-up day. Planning optional activities for review and further exploration is one of the most important things I learned… View Post