Large Families Are Not Poor

Despite what you’ve heard, large families are not poor. Children make you rich in the things that matter most. It’s true–our home holds a lot of people. We are a messy, noisy bunch, and we are not afraid to express ourselves! There is usually so much going on … Read More…

learn the art of ignoring as a mom

Good Moms Know How to Ignore

If you don’t develop the art of ignoring, you will crash and burn as a mother. Good moms know how to ignore. Oh, yes, I believe in keeping a neat house, of doing things ahead, and of making life simple, but if you looked deep into my psyche … Read More…

Classical education

Classical Education

What is Classical Education and where did it come from? According to Wikipedia: The classical education movement or renewal advocates for a return to a traditional education based on the liberal arts (including the natural sciences), the canons of classical literature, the fine arts, and the history of … Read More…

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Know Why You Homeschool

Before you research curriculum and purchase supplies, do you know why you homeschool? You should; it makes all the difference in the world. When we think of education, there are actually three ways we view children: 1. Child as product. This is the “factory” idea most of us … Read More…

FREE lyrics writing and Bible Curriculum for Teens

FREE Lyrics Writing and Bible Curriculum for Teens

This post will deal with the free lyrics writing and Bible curriculum for teens. Music is such a powerful force in this world! Armies have always used it to develop esprit de corps and intimidate enemies. It helps us express emotions when words are not enough. It is … Read More…

Christmas homeschooling

Christmas Homeschooling

In this post we will discuss Christmas homeschooling. Scroll to the bottom for the activity pages link. This post may include affiliate links. This is a unique time of year; one that seems overwhelming at times, especially if we are homeschooling. There are so many delightful distractions, aren’t … Read More…

Binge Learning for Homeschool Relief

Homeschool Binge Learning

In this post we will be discussing homeschool binge learning. Homeschooling can be a real drag at times. Usually, this is because we have traded in learning for schooling. “Schooling” is a tyrannical system in which the person is slave to the mechanism. It reduces human beings to … Read More…

Homeschooling with Little Children

In this blog post we will discuss homeschooling with little children. The first part will be about books and curriculum, the second will be about putting a program together. What a privilege it is to homeschool little children. Their enthusiasm and zest are contagious, something we need so … Read More…

The Truth About Preschool

The Truth About Preschool

In this post we will be discussing the truth about preschool. I have all kinds of caring moms asking me about preschool, or at least telling me how advanced their preschoolers are. This is very familiar to me, as I was in the same mindset with our first … Read More…

A Poet for Father’s Day

It’s that time of year when we ask ourselves the question, “What do men really want for Father’s Day?” Let’s see; most men have enough ties, and candy, and coffee mugs. One thing they do not have in our culture (and in most families) is honor and respect. … Read More…