Homeschooling on the hard days. Having a bad day homeschooling, here are some tips to help. #homeschool #baddayhomeschool #homeschoolonbadday
Homeschooling on the hard days
Category: Homeschool
Homeschool: Cost and Planning
No idea how to start planning your homeschool year? Here are some tips to help. - As an added bonus I walk you through what I do to plan our homeschool year. I was initially looking to make homeschool cost and planning two separate posts - but the truth is they go hand in hand. … Continue reading Homeschool: Cost and Planning
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Homeschool: Resources
Here is a list of resources that I use for homeschooling. This is by far not the most comprehensive list - just what I have used repeatedly. Since everyone is different you will want to make your own list when you are in your planning stages -your own list, is by itself, a great resource. … Continue reading Homeschool: Resources
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Homeschool: Pros/Cons
Wondering if homeschool is for you? Here is a list of pros and cons of homeschooling with my own personal experience - I hope it helps! Here are some pros and cons of homeschooling. It isn't a complete list but gives you a good idea of the life. Pros: Slower pace - have the ability … Continue reading Homeschool: Pros/Cons
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Morning Chat 6/27/22
Good morning and Welcome to Morning Chat for June 27, 2022! an early morning planet viewing I hope everyone had a good weekend. We once again had a busy one, that's just part of life on our little farm - always something to do - even on a mini farm! I want to tell you … Continue reading Morning Chat 6/27/22
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Taking a Break
Sometimes you just need to take a break... This post has been written for homeschoolers - but a break can be an important part of everyone's lives! We are officially on summer break after my daughter's 2nd year. I schedule breaks through-out the school year, but it always seems to amaze me how long it … Continue reading Taking a Break
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Virtual Travel Adventures: Personal or Homeschool
This is a great - cheap - way to "see" the world. It also makes a great Social Studies project! I don't remember much about my school years, but when I was in 7th grade, my social studies teacher "took" us to Mexico. During our class time for a period of time - I think … Continue reading Virtual Travel Adventures: Personal or Homeschool
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Morning Chat 5/23/22
Good morning! Welcome to Morning Chat for May 23, 2022! garden set-up, straw bale gardening, and compound bows! Spring Kale We have a lovely day ahead of us - which is good because I have a garden to prep for planting later this week. This spring I have a lot less to do in the … Continue reading Morning Chat 5/23/22
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Morning Chat 5/2/22
Good morning and Welcome to Morning Chat for May 2, 2022! duck house, homeschooling and power tools! I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Our weekend was a mixed bag. Lately, I have been working on a new duck house - one that will be large enough for all our ducks - because during the … Continue reading Morning Chat 5/2/22
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Kids Quiet Time
Ever get to the end of the day, you are dragging, the kids are over-tired and grumpy and no matter what you try it doesn't seem to help and it happens day after day? Exhausting? - yes, but quiet time may help. When I returned to working remotely after having my daughter, I thought "great!" … Continue reading Kids Quiet Time
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Help with 2/3 digit Subtraction and learning Place Values
This is one of the many great way for little minds to wrap their heads around subtraction and place values, especially if borrowing is involved. Subtraction can be difficult for little minds to understand. I can personally attest to that since I have sat many a homeschooling day with a frustrated child just wanting to … Continue reading Help with 2/3 digit Subtraction and learning Place Values
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How we Learn
Knowing the different ways that we learn is great information for anyone to know. But I think it is crucial component that many homeschool parents overlook. When I started homeschooling my daughter, I quickly realized that she learns a different way than I do. And even though we learn in similar ways, there are a … Continue reading How we Learn
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Easy way to draw a heart
This is a simple technique that can help little ones draw hearts! A very important skill for little ones to know, especially since Valentine's day is just around the corner. When my daughter was little she was like most little kids - she had trouble drawing hearts. And after a while of watching her frustration … Continue reading Easy way to draw a heart
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Homeschool: building confidence over schedule
You can usually tell when your child is struggling - being a homeschool parent it gives you that opportunity to see your child when they feel vulnerable. The good thing is that it also gives you a great opportunity to help. My little girl is sensitive, and an only child, her temperament is that of … Continue reading Homeschool: building confidence over schedule
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How to get back into a routine after a break
Originally based for homeschool - but great ideas for work also! With the holidays ending, and a New Year starting, the idea of getting back on schedule looms in the hearts and minds of many. It's hard to get back into a routine after the holidays, especially if you took a lot of time off. … Continue reading How to get back into a routine after a break
