Many homeschool moms have discovered that implementing a daily quiet hour is necessary to their sanity. But the quiet hour isn’t just for the school year, and it’s not just for homeschoolers, either. It can also be a powerful tool for all families during the summer. Not home during the week? Try having a family quiet hour on the weekends ...

The new school year is just around the corner! That means moms are making plans for a great year of learning. But even with the optimism and energy that comes with a new year, it’s easy to become overwhelmed when planning. What to include? What to leave out? The most important question to ask yourself is… What do you absolutely ...

By the time summer vacation rolls around, everyone is ready for a break – including mom! But after several weeks of unstructured fun, most people start to turn their thoughts toward the upcoming school year. While you have all the freedom of the summer, consider doing a few things now that can make for a much smoother school year. Take ...

Summer is here! You’ve survived another school year. Whether it was a great one or one that you are more than ready to move on from, it’s time to make plans for the summer. But this article isn’t about plans for keeping the kids busy all summer. This is about making plans for mom so she is rested and prepared ...

The end of the school year is rapidly approaching …so that means homeschool moms are feeling pressure to get everything wrapped up. They are also tempted to feel guilty about how much they didn’t accomplish when they look at the plans they created last fall. But how much of it is necessary and true? Let’s do an end of year ...

Nothing prepares a woman for motherhood and all of the complexity that comes with it. Motherhood is something you can only learn about and understand while going through the process. Because of this, most moms frequently experience doubts about their choices, their children, and their own abilities. The reality is that moms can go forward confidently in hope because God ...

Chronic illness presents many unique challenges in life. However, it doesn’t have to be a roadblock to homeschooling. In fact, homeschooling can be an excellent choice for a family dealing with chronic illness. Let’s consider a few ways homeschooling is a great fit for a parent with chronic illness. Embracing the Freedom of Homeschooling Homeschooling allows you greater control over ...

Organizing homeschool materials and curriculum is part of the rhythm of homeschooling. The easiest way to organize your homeschool is to keep a limit on what you buy and keep in your home and then develop systems for what you do have. Here are three keys to keeping control of it all. Tip #1: Buy Slowly When people start homeschooling, ...

Homeschool moms have a lot on their plate. Because of this, it is important to cultivate helpful habits that work for you and not against you. In fact, making even the smallest of changes can reap great rewards. Here are three habits that will pay you back over and over again with more time and less stress. #1: Keep Up ...

When parents decide to homeschool, the first aspects they generally think about are curriculum and schedules. While these are a significant part of a successful homeschool experience, there are other factors that will make a much bigger difference. Here are three key elements your homeschool absolutely needs to function well. #1 – Love With Like Many parents make the decision ...