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Ways to Engage Your Children During Their Holiday Break

Most kids count down the days each year until they are able to go on holiday break. But time away from school means that kids will need other activities to keep them occupied. There are a number of ways to keep kids engaged, though, especially during the holiday season. Volunteer Certainly one great way to keep kids engaged...

Our Journey to Homeschooling

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I am the mother of a beautiful 8-year-old little girl. She is bright, funny, intelligent, and an absolute joy to be around. It’s just her and me on our journey through life together, and she has been my true blessing. I look at her, my “Princess” and thank our wonderful Lord for this precious gift he has given...

Slowing Down for an Excellent Education

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If your child has a serious illness, you may be wondering if you are adequately meeting their academic needs. Academics often must take a back seat to meeting health needs – and it should. I want to tell you that not only can you meet their needs, but you can exceed them without all the stress and worry. Really! I’ve met...

I Spy Letters with My Little Eye

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Not too long ago when I was out looking for a present for one of my friends’ children, I came across an aisle full of “I Spy” and “Where’s Waldo” books in one of the local bookstores. I couldn’t help but browse through them and reminisce about the times I myself played “I Spy” games, especially when my family...

To End the School Year or Not

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When Your Child’s Illness has Caused More Sick Days than School Days If your child has a serious or chronic illness (like congenital heart defects, leukemia, or severe asthma), when or if you should end the school year can be a major dilemma. Maybe you’re looking back over your year and remembering all of the sick days...

Reluctant Reader but Powerful God

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I have a struggling learner, a very bright little boy that makes my heart smile but with a few special ingredients that are different from his sisters! After many frustrating home school days, which often left me exhausted and him frustrated, I decided that something needed to change. I needed to learn what was going on...

A Historical Walk Through the Harlem Renaissance

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Homeschool history using this unit study will never be the same when you get to the 1920′s. Ah, the “Roaring Twenties”. This is my favorite time period in American history. I love it for the Harlem Renaissance. I learned about the Harlem Renaissance throughout my life growing up in an African-American household, but...

Interest-Based Groups: How to Launch a Favorite Homeschool Activity

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There’s a distinct pleasure in spending time with people who delight in the same thing that fascinates us. That might be running marathons, understanding Civil War strategy, making homemade cheese or writing mysteries. Who doesn’t love talking about a favorite topic? It’s certainly easy to build friendships that way....

Every Mom Needs Some “Me” Time

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Have you ever read an article on this topic? Maybe heard a speaker? I have on both counts. Unfortunately, most of the time when this subject matter is discussed, I come away with a bad taste in my mouth. It is not that I don’t think that every mother has individual needs, of course they do. No, it is more the way...

Home “Schooling” Little Ones

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Sarah Mae raises her babes, loves her man, home-keeps, Java-hugs, homeschool teaches, idea slings and blog writes. She is a truth seeker and a grace lover. Her passion is to see women living intentional lives to the glory of God, and more specifically to see the hearts of women turned towards home. You can find her...