Getting everyone back to their old, happy self isn’t as hard you think. Changing your routine and adding some fun to your homeschool day will work wonders for everyone’s (including your own) outlook and attitude. ...
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Are we persevering out of stubbornness and pride, losing our motivation even as we grasp more tightly to the goal? Or are we keeping our eyes fixed on the Father, drawing on His strength as we take each step, heeding His instruction through every twist and turn of the road...
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Up until now, learning has been easygoing and natural, mostly based in play. But “real school” is on the horizon. You want to make sure that she is on track, learning everything she needs to know. But you don’t want to dampen the enthusiasm when she learns something new or...
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There are distinct advantages to attending a liberal arts university. Being saturated in the arts, culture, philosophy and science prepares you for more than a career—it prepares you for life....
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In a way, independent learning occurs naturally among homeschoolers because one child learns how to teach herself while Mom works with another child. Or our bend toward encouraging our children to explore their own interests nudges them toward independent exploration and experimentation. At some point, though, our children’s growth toward...
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In a fit of frustration I asked, “How do you encourage creativity without the house getting trashed?”...
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With the opportunities for technology use in the fine arts, your student has options that can take her further than anyone has gone before. Who knows, the next great technological revolution in the arts might just come from her!...
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Through careful observation and nurturing of your child’s interests and choices, you’ll learn a lot about his personality. Use these observations as you plan lessons and choose curriculum....
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Most of us are quick to identify when homeschool is not working. On top of our natural tendency to focus on the negative, our constant self-doubt keeps us on our toes, wondering if we are doing enough. When you see these signs, though, you know that homeschool is on track....
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There is no single solution for effective communication in marriage. But, when we make the effort to have a well-rounded understanding of our spouses and their personalities, our ability to communicate with one another can grow by leaps and bounds....
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