This week I found myself sitting behind my closed bedroom door crying and gorging myself on giant handfuls of coffee nut M&M's. Feelings of frustration and overwhelming thoughts had finally gotten the best of me. The constant sibling bickering, sickness, rain and endless questions compounded by the extra weight of trying to do All. The. Things. and adulting had finally won out. Some … [Read more...] about When You Can’t Do Everything: Overcoming Homeschool Burnout
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Pursuing A Slow December
Hello, December my old friend...I see you've made it around once again. Usually, the thought of you sends me into a blind panic. There is always so much chaos that you seem to bring, like a whirlwind of activities, parties, get-togethers, and pressures to make everything MAGICAL. This year... This year things will be different. This year I'm pursuing you in a different way. I'm after a … [Read more...] about Pursuing A Slow December
100 Strewing Ideas for Your Homeschool
Strewing is an amazing way to inspire your child's natural curiosity. Did you know you may already be doing this unschoolish habit? It's a practice that can provide amazing learning opportunities regardless of your homeschool method. Plus, it's easy! So, I've put together 100 strewing ideas for your homeschool! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for … [Read more...] about 100 Strewing Ideas for Your Homeschool
The Art of Strewing Math in Your Homeschool
Homeschool strewing is a fantastic way to create a math-rich environment. The art of strewing math is dependent on knowing your child's interests. As parents, we want to nurture their passions and curiosity. Creating an environment where your kiddos are encouraged to explore, question, and discover is an extraordinary way to facilitate learning. This post may contain affiliate links. … [Read more...] about The Art of Strewing Math in Your Homeschool
Homeschool Strewing as Part of a Child-Led Education
Do you strew? What is strewing and how can you incorporate it into your homeschool? Strewing can be a wonderful support for any homeschool method. Homeschool strewing is the art of laying out items or resources of interest for your children to interact and engage with. Strewing is a particularly marvelous technique if, like us, you follow more of a child-led education. Homeschool Strewing as … [Read more...] about Homeschool Strewing as Part of a Child-Led Education
Leaving Space in Our Homeschool Year
Are you trying to juggle homeschooling and all of your kiddo's activities? Homeschool parents constantly feel pressure to fill every moment of their kids' days with educational instruction or extracurriculars. The struggle is real, folks. Yet, there is much to be said about leaving space in our homeschool. Learning happens is in those unplanned spaces. Leaving Space in Our Homeschool … [Read more...] about Leaving Space in Our Homeschool Year
Our Eclectic Homeschool Curriculum Choices 2018-2019
Summer is drawing to a close, which means that school is on everyone's mind. I admit I'm not ready for the warmth of summer to end. We've already had our first 4H Horse Club meeting as well as a couple of Homeschool Group meetups. Since I can't stop summer from ending, I have resigned to making this school year the best one yet! So, here is my annual homeschool curriculum post. We will use … [Read more...] about Our Eclectic Homeschool Curriculum Choices 2018-2019
Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Looking for a great Insect Unit Study for your kids? Here are some fun learning activities, books, and resources to get your kids immersed in the world of insects! *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, Insect Legs Slide, and Space Ant Habitat at no cost and was compensated for my time in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. As … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
Are you wondering how to incorporate art appreciation into your homeschool? It can be intimidating for sure. Especially if you feel that you know nothing about art or even where to start. Allow me to share with you my favorite ways to appreciate art with my kids. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Homeschool Art Appreciation and … [Read more...] about Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
5 Reasons We Use All About Reading
I am often asked about the literacy of my children. Many of you may notice that we've always got a book or fifty piled high from the library. My kiddos LOVE books, and I love nothing more than snuggling up with them and reading aloud. There are many things I do to promote reading literacy at home but for my daughter, we are also using All About Reading. *Disclosure: This post may contain … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons We Use All About Reading