Archive for August 2024
Missing the First Day of School Excitement? Here’s Why That’s Okay (and Even Awesome)
As the summer days begin to shorten and the air turns crisp, there’s a familiar buzz in the air—the excitement of back-to-school season. Stores are filled with shiny new backpacks, lunchboxes, and rows of perfectly sharpened pencils. Kids are picking out their first-day outfits, and parents are snapping those obligatory “First Day of School” photos.…
Read MoreHow to Handle Vacation Time When Homeschooling: Making the Most of Labor Day and Beyond
Ah, Labor Day—the unofficial end of summer, the last hurrah before we start pulling out the fall decorations and thinking about pumpkins. If your spouse has the day off, it’s tempting to declare it a no-school day and enjoy some family time. And you know what? You absolutely should! Homeschooling offers the beautiful flexibility to…
Read MoreTechnology is NOT Evil
Harnessing Tech for a Smoother Homeschooling Journey: Embrace the Tools God Gave Us Hey there, homeschooling superstar! 🌟 If you’re anything like me, the journey of homeschooling comes with its fair share of challenges. We want to give our kids the best education possible, but sometimes, it can feel like there are just…
Read MoreHow to “Get it All Done?”
How to Get It All Done When Homeschooling: Learning to Let Go Ever feel like you’re drowning in lesson plans, house chores, and endless to-do lists? Trust me, I’ve been there. Homeschooling is a beautiful, rewarding journey, but it can also feel like you’re constantly juggling a million things. Here’s a little secret: you’re not…
Read MoreAfraid You Will Fail Your Kids?
The Fear of Failing Your Kids – And How to Get Over It Hey, amazing homeschool moms! Becky here from My Homeschool Village. Let’s talk about something that every homeschool mom faces at some point: the fear of failing your kids. It’s that nagging doubt that keeps you up at night, the voice that says,…
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