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The Most Important Questions to Ask at the End of the Homeschool Year

Sara — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:37:47 +0000

Is your homeschool year coming to an end? Even if you homeschool year-round, a time of reflection and review is always helpful. Read on for ten important questions to consider at the end of your homeschool year. Whether you choose to homeschool year-round or follow a more traditional school schedule, this...

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Top Language Arts Curriculum Choices for Relaxed Homeschooling

Sara — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:03:49 +0000

Language arts skills are the basis for effective communication throughout life. That means it’s really important to build those skills no matter what your children plan to do when they grow up. On the other hand, I remember one of my public school teachers who absolutely drilled sentence diagramming until the whole class dreaded language...

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A Stress-Free Choice for Language Arts Curriculum: Language Lessons for a Living Education

Sara — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:07:37 +0000

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to piece together a language arts curriculum that actually fits your child and your homeschool rhythm, you’re not alone. Language arts can quickly become one of those subjects that feels scattered, time-consuming, and honestly a little dry. That’s exactly why I want to share about Language Lessons for a...

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11 Creative Ways to Get Your Kids Outside to Enjoy Nature

Sara — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:01:30 +0000

Nature study activities like nature walks, crafts, and just learning outdoors can be a fun way to do some Charlotte Mason-inspired appreciation of nature. Read on for more ideas about how you can do this simply in your homeschool! Don’t miss the free Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt printable below! Looking for simple and creative ways...

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Poetry Study for High School

Sara — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:38:50 +0000

Does the idea of poetry study for high school in your homeschool stress you out? Wondering how to make it more engaging, more hands-on, and more interesting in general? You’re going to want to check this out! Poetry tends to be something that falls to the wayside in our literature studies. We love good books of...

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Top Homeschool Elementary Math Curriculum (and Why They Work)

Sara — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:45:25 +0000

Choosing the “best” homeschool elementary math curriculum isn’t about finding a one-size-fits-all solution—it’s about finding what fits your child’s learning style, your homeschool philosophy, and your daily rhythm. Some programs focus on mastery, others spiral; some are conceptual and story-driven, while others are more traditional. It’s important to recognize the seasons in your homeschool. By...

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A Gentle, Living Books Approach to Elementary Math

Sara — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:21:11 +0000

Once I was freed from the school-at-home mindset, I imagined a homeschool filled with living books, meaningful conversations, and a gentle, delight-directed rhythm. I set about creating that atmosphere in our homeschool and mostly succeeded. Except math. It felt like the one thing that didn’t quite fit. I pictured cozy read-alouds, nature walks, and curious...

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Spring Crafts and Hands-on Activities Your Kids Will Love

Sara — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:02:51 +0000

Looking for fun spring crafts for kids? Look no further! This list of fun spring hands-on activities will inspire you! If April showers bring May flowers, then these fun spring crafts for kids will bring smiles and sunshine to your homeschool days. Whether you need hands-on activities like sensory bins or creative crafts, this list...

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32 St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids

Sara — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:02:04 +0000

Do you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in your homeschool? We do because our family heritage is Irish and because I think it’s important to learn about the real St. Patrick in terms of Christian history. If you’re looking for both fun and educational St. Patrick’s Day books for kids, make sure you pin this post...

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The Benefits of Notebooking in Your Homeschool

Sara — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:06:36 +0000

Are you looking for a way to make homeschool days more meaningful, creative, and tailored to your child’s interests? Let me introduce (or reintroduce) you to a wonderful tool that’s been a total game-changer in our homeschool: notebooking. It’s a simple tool with powerful results! Notebooking is more than just taking notes. It’s a...

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