Over the years, I have spent a lot of time talking with younger wives who find themselves walking down a similar path, headed toward a paradigm that is neither sustainable nor biblical. ...
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But that's the way it is with creating beauty. Sometimes it requires hard, difficult, and even painful work to achieve the goals....
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Since various forms of literature combine beautifully to form one continuous story of grace, it is critical that we learn to approach each portion of Scripture appropriately....
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Even when we strive to be intentional about building time for rest into our routines, it’s a struggle. It’s hard because to rest takes faith....
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Finding what works is as individual as our fingerprints! It’s not one-size-fits-all. Instead, it’s try and see how it goes. If it works, great! If not, try something different....
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While you drink your morning cup of coffee, take a moment to think of the creative energy and cooperative effort of thousands of people across multiple continents....
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Taking your child’s education in hand is frightening, and every homeschool mom worries if her child is progressing “normally.” Starting down the educational path with first children is especially intimidating because Mom has no experience with which to compare progress. ...
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Knowing in advance whether you want to plan for a typical school year or to fill gaps and strengthen specific areas will help tremendously as you seek to narrow down your options and plan for the coming year....
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As parents, it’s our job to instill a healthy attitude about money while equipping our kids with skills to manage their finances. Our teens are going to make some mistakes, but we can help them make mid-course corrections and keep them on track....
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There seem to be two basic schools of thought when it comes to setting early academic goals: lofty, rigid goals on one side, and almost none at all on the other. ...
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So, if a rigorous approach can take the joy of learning right out of grammar and a laid-back approach can leave your child at a disadvantage, is there a third option? Yes!...
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Since arriving at NU two years ago, my incredible experience has replaced my many worries concerning social involvement, academic success, and my spiritual life with an overwhelming sense of purpose and belonging....
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As Christians, we are all called to be servants of the Lord God, walking in full obedience to whatever commands He sets before us, including raising our children to honor Him. So, where does homeschooling fit into that picture?...
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When it comes to language arts, there are as many teaching philosophies as there are curriculum options. It’s enough to make any parent’s head spin! ...
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]So you've chosen to homeschool your child but you're worried that they won't get the same lab experiences that they might get at a public school. As parents, you want the best for your child, and by choosing to homeschool you are in control of all aspects of their learning. But...
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