Have you found a planner that you love? Do you feel organized for your school year?   I have to answer, “No!” and, “Not at all!” Ok, I’m going to admit that I’m struggling hugely this school year. I can’t get it all together. I’m utterly falling apart and I feel like I’m running inRead more

Do you plan fun activities for your first day of school?   We have several traditions in our house: My kids get new back-to-school pj’s. We purchase our new homeschool supplies together. And we have chocolate cake for breakfast on our first day. However, we recently tried something new and different and it has quicklyRead more

I often feel disorganized with homeschool record keeping. I’m never sure what records I should keep and what those records should include. I lose papers, forget what curriculum I used for certain grade levels, and struggle to stay on task with daily routines. Each year I feel overwhelmed and a little frustrated. If you’ve everRead more

It’s almost time for back to homeschool! I love when all the sales roll around. My heart is happy when I stock up on pencils, papers, art supplies, and new binders. Nothing gets me as excited for a new school year as walking through the aisles and choosing our new supplies. I love the feelingRead more

Have you written your homeschool mission statement?   If not, now is the perfect time to grab a pencil and paper and start making some notes.   And to make things even easier for you, I’ve created a downloadable workbook to help you walk through the steps to creating a mission statement and a mantra.Read more

Do you need a new vision for the new school year?   Whether you homeschool through the summer or not, it’s the perfect season to take some time to reflect on your homeschool. Through this time of reflection you can establish a new vision and create some goals for a new year.   If you’reRead more

I used to be a huge proponent for year round homeschool. I declared that we would school all summer and that we would take longer breaks during the school year instead of taking one long summer break.   Umm, so I’ve sort of changed my mind.   There is something to be said of enjoyingRead more

  What is the greatest benefit of homeschooling? Well, there are many. But one of the biggest benefits of homeschooling is the flexibility.   Have you ever taken a family vacation in the off-season? If so, then you know exactly what I’m talking about! Most homeschoolers create their own schedule.   I’m one of them.Read more

  I decided to start issuing grades for a few subjects in our homeschool now that my daughter is in 4th grade. Ok, so how on earth do I give grades? I’ve never done this before! I had to resist making a very complex grading formula or rubric for myself. I knew that this wouldRead more

I’m sure that no other homeschool mom can relate to this…..but this year I’ve had a student turning in subpar work. I have a kiddo who is apathetic! Ugh! Isn’t homeschooling supposed to create children who are in love with learning? Reality check! Sometimes your students will be apathetic about their schoolwork. So, how canRead more