Tips for Co-Hosting a Homeschool Co-Op Co-hosting an event with a nearby homeschool co-op is a bit like hosting a mixer with another sorority in college. Two groups share the load and both sides wonder if the event will work out at all, but in the end the party goes...

Within Arm’s Reach In order for our school day to go smoothly, I have found a few “must-haves” that makes things easier. For me, schooling used to require drawers full of manipulatives, loads of laminated pages, a huge art supply caddy that twirled around so we could...

I recently discovered a sweet story about a family who raises llamas. The main character is a 16-year-old girl named Hildy, who learns important lessons about love, acceptance, and forgiveness. The theme—loving people are loved people—and setting make it perfect for...

When toddlers are around, sometimes they are literally underfoot and you trip over them or they are quietly introducing the permanent marker to the wedding quilt from your late, great aunt. Whichever moment you find yourself in, homeschooling with a two foot tornado...

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Thanksgiving Poems for Kids! The holidays are a great time to encourage kids to try new writing styles. And all the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the holidays make poetry the natural choice!  Poetry is perfect for Thanksgiving Themed Writing for Kids. But...

“‘Tis the gift to be simple...” I am thankful for homeschool because I get to have a front row seat to my kids’ development and learning. There aren’t any other people obstructing my view of this great show we call “growing up”. I am thankful for the freedom to...

One of the great things about homeschooling is the flexibility to build your own schedule; both the timing of it all and the contents of the day. Extracurricular activities help develop a well-rounded student and gives kids a chance to discover new areas of interest...

I have always loved reading “A Day in the Life of Me” posts. It reminds me of the old Mr.Rogers show when he travels to meet a new neighbor. When I was a new homeschooler, I found so many great ideas as I read the semi-frightening posts. Now, as I have entered a...

Join me in my imaginary, Homeschoolers Anonymous group, hidden in the basement of the local church. Bad coffee has been brewed, less than the average amount of denim is worn, hefty tote bags sit next to each chair. Take a look around the unexpectedly large circle and...