Understanding that students can have completely different learning styles is helpful when planning homeschool lessons. It also helps us understand why a curriculum that worked perfectly for one child is a complete failure for another. ...
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Learning naturally processes through a series of stages as children’s brains mature. Although the boundaries of these stages are by no means rigid, distinctions do exist based on how children develop. So, what should you expect in each of these stages? How should the developmental process affect how we teach?...
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I think the idea behind these insignificant little holidays might offer a good lesson for us, though, in that we are reminded to appreciate and celebrate even the things that may seem insignificant....
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While traveling with our five kiddos, especially as they grew into the more adult-sized bodies, we had our share of car turmoil. Oftentimes I used those moments to assess character flaws, training needs, and my own lack of patience....
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The excitement of a summer at home got the best of me, and I began to pack our days with more activities than our traditional school schedule. Although our outings were fun and created memories, I also discovered I was wearing myself out and draining the kids. Something had to...
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Very few of my days fit into the neatly ordered flow I would love to have. Instead, interruptions come, tasks take longer than planned, or regular seasons like summer and Christmas bring a disruption to routine....
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It happens to most homeschool parents at some time, whether they are just starting out or have been homeschooling for a while. Eventually, they come up against a subject that they struggle with themselves - and it is not always the expected and oft-dreaded high school science and math! ...
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I try hard to balance training children into young adults and allowing them to enjoy their childhood. Kids today grow up too fast, and if there's one thing I’m learning to appreciate in this season of life, it’s the cuddling up in a hammock and talking of nothing much....
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When we place our identity and our confidence in Christ alone, our foundation will never be shaken. ...
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Exploring the wide world of curriculum can seem incredibly overwhelming. But, if you break it down into these five philosophies, then mix and match as suits your family best, you will soon be on your way to finding a great fit for you and your children!...
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