If you’re preparing for a season of homeschooling, there are some unique considerations. It might look a little different than shopping the back-to-school aisles at Walmart. That annual frenzy is optional (I do a little happy dance as I walk on by). As you create your homeschool supply list, you may have questions such as: …
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In this review of the Bible study, Seamless, I share how it impacted my life during the COVID-19 pandemic. I explain how I worked through the book and offer my two cents on the way it was written. I also describe how the author, Angie Smith, prompts us to find satisfaction in Bible study. My …
In this post, I contemplate the value of homeschool curriculum in terms of dollars and cents. I also share some thoughts regarding the suitability of curriculum based on your teaching style and your child’s learning style. Resources are provided for gathering information, including my favorite book on homeschooling, and my go-to websites. These offer an …
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We considered and learned so much as we shifted from a private, Christian school to homeschooling. I offer a comparison in the areas of social experience, academic experience, and cost. I have primarily shared the disadvantages of enrolling in a Christian school. As young parents, we hadn’t fully embraced our God-given responsibilities. I have highlighted …
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Nothing has been more significant in my life than understanding my need for Jesus Christ as a Savior—as my very own, personal Savior. God granted me this moment of understanding, and in my belief, I was gifted with eternal life. I trust that through the work of Jesus Christ on my behalf, I will spend …
When my girls were in their early teens, I struggled to find family-friendly movies worth watching. Maybe (likely) I was just out-of-the-loop! But I do think it takes extra effort to find movies with good content. This is one of the reasons we generally don’t watch many flicks. But I have recently come across some gems! …
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Homeschooling in a way that honors God requires careful consideration of curriculum. We must train up our children through quality academic study built on the solid foundation of Truth. In this article, I have contemplated the significance of curriculum options, and given some specific recommendations as well. I have also considered the pursuit of academic …
The idea began as a 4-H project but soon morphed into a successful endeavor. Our girls were ten and twelve when they started their little business: The Pet-Sitting Sisters. They offered pet visits in people’s homes (for up to a half-hour). They fed and cared for the pets, cleaned up after them, and took dogs …
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