In college, my roommate gave me the nickname “Jenny Bear” and those of you who know me IRL know that’s not reflective of a cuddly nature. It’s because of my lack of humanity in the mornings. I have never, to my recollection, ever been a morning person, and growling at anyone who tries to speak […]
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Enough: Do I Have What it Takes to Homeschool (You do)
Am I smart enough to homeschool? (I never had good grades in school…) Am I qualified enough to homeschool? (I’m not a certified teacher…) Am I patient enough to homeschool? (I lose my temper just about every day…) Does any of this sound familiar? Whether you’re considering homeschooling or have been homeschooling for many years, […]
This School Year’s Golden Secret to Success
Is there one simple mom-to-mom secret that can make this homeschooling year the best one yet? Absolutely! But it may not be what you think… The pencils are sharpened. The maps are hung. The books are clean and all in a row. Our plans are written (or, at least, outlined as much as can be, […]
Panic to Surrender: A Homeschool Mom’s Back-to-School Emotions
We start our school year next week, and my emotions are all over the place as I prepare for our 13th official year of home education. The anticipation of a new academic year has always been appealing to me. I love brand new notebooks and pencils (only Ticonderoga) and books! New books are like an […]
Plan Your Year with Pam
Plan Your Year by Pam Barnhill is a precious gift to the homeschooling community! Especially in this day when there are so many ways to homeschool, different curricula, different programs, different philosophies, I believe that Pam’s approach equips homeschoolers to confidently make choices about their materials and their schedules that fit their families’ unique needs. […]
Plan Your Year 2017 Thoughts
Reposting from June 19, 2017 with editing (and affiliate links): THE ORIGINAL KIT Pam Barnhill, a fellow homeschooling mama, has created a remarkable resource to bridge the gap between the theoretical homeschool and the day to day reality. Her Plan Your Year Kit is a true gem, and if you are hoping to be more intentional about planning […]