By author Shari McMinn When homeschooling unique learners, it is a necessary constant to work on relationships while doing ‘school.’ Three times a year, our family ditched the books altogether and enjoyed doing special things to make memories, draw...
by guest author Patricia Dotten I remember as a young mom being so excited to start homeschooling! I envisioned a small row of desks in a meticulously organized and colorfully decorated school room in our basement, posters of presidents and the...
By guest author Julianna Duerksen Looking for a fun unity study for one of those cold, snowy January days when you’re stuck in the house? This Art History Unit Study is something multiple ages can do — older students will enjoy digging deeper into...
Editor’s note: This is Part 2 of Marcia Washburn’s article, “Getting a Handle on Housework.” For Part 1, click here. Just as we seek out curriculum well-suited to each of our children’s needs and learning styles, our Father does the same for us. It...
Guest author Marcia Washburn I just knew that this would be the year I would get it all together. This year I would find the secret to homeschooling a houseful of children and yet living in a house that was magazine — perfect. Yeah, right! When my...
by guest author Tara Clark The holidays are upon us! Some of you started anxiously awaiting the return of this season before last Christmas was over! You have longed for the return of the comforting smell of cinnamon and fir trees or the embrace...
By guest author Yvonne Strachan You may be thinking that a leader is defined as one who holds a formal authoritative position. But what if I told you that a true leader is someone who influences others? Everyone influences others at some point. So,...
By guest author J. Aaron Gruben You’ve been to the conference. You’ve worked out your lesson plans. You’ve begun another successful year of homeschooling your child! Great job. But remember: don’t stop teaching when the lesson’s done. Thousands of...
