Today we’re unveiling the first title in our new “Homeschool How-To’s” series for moms who are either just starting out in homeschooling or are looking for quick, simple answers to common dilemmas. The price of each E-book is low enough that you can get help right away!…
Homeschool Scheduling
June 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Today I’m posting something that you might have seen before, but it’s always been such a favorite with my blog readers. It’s a short little booklet of 10 ways to create a homeschooling schedule.
This booklet is especially helpful for those times when you’re over-tired, over-worked, and under-rested.…
The Value of Achievement Tests
May 21, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Our family just finished up our yearly achievement tests. They are required of homeschoolers in our state, but it’s certainly not the highlight of our year! We used to be required to have the children take the tests in a group environment, but now we have the privilege of having Daddy administer them here at home.…
One Way to Teach Math?
May 14, 2010 by 3 Comments
Recently on my Facebook fan page, Hillary asked:
Does the Bible influence which math curriculum? That’s one I cannot figure out — which one to use or how the Bible can direct my choosing.
It’s a fair question! Last summer, I spoke at the HOTM Online Homeschooling Conference, making the bold statement that we should use the Bible as our primary textbook for all subjects.…
Teaching History Is Not a Mystery
April 30, 2010 by 1 Comment
A few days ago, I had the privilege of presenting a workshop for Cindy Rushton’s Ultimate Homeschool Expo. My goal was to share ideas for using the Bible to choose homeschooling methods and curriculum. A friend online said,
…Yes! Please talk about history!
The Bible's Hints for Homeschooling
April 23, 2010 by Leave a Comment
The Bible contains many important instructions for parents who want to impart knowledge to their children. That’s homeschooling, right? In fact, the Bible tells us where all knowledge begins…
…“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and discipline.”
Book Review – "Don't Make Me Count to Three!"
April 16, 2010 by Leave a Comment
These Are the Days of Elijah… (a post for mothers)
April 16, 2010 by 2 Comments
In the excellent parenting book, “Don’t Make Me Count to Three!”, author Ginger Plowman compares my job as a parent with John the Baptist. (She calls us “Joan the Baptist,” LOL!) Why does she do that?
Jesus says, in Matthew 11:14, that John was “the Elijah who was to come.”…
Comparing Phonics Methods
April 9, 2010 by 5 Comments
…Anne, you state that you use Abeka to teach reading, yet you also say that All About Spelling is your favorite spelling/phonics program. Do you use both at the same time, or use Abeka for two years (K & 1st) than switch to AAS in 2nd grade, or maybe some other combination altogether?
A Realistic Mother
March 26, 2010 by 10 Comments
One of the hardest parts of homeschooling for me is having unrealistic expectations of what I should and should not be doing as a homeschooling mom. At least once each year, I feel myself running after this fad or that, copying this friend or that, seeking approval of this person or the other.…
