Disorder. Ok, wow. That’s quite a descriptive and discouraging word. Sensory Processing Disorder. Well, now that just sounds bad. So, if you’re a dad reading this, it’s probably because your wife has turned a computer screen toward you, or pointed at her phone and said, “Read this”. I’m also going to assume that you’re a […]
Three Myths I Believed about Charlotte Mason
I’d looked into Charlotte Mason styled homeschooling and had rejected it. The idea of it was appealing, but the methods seemed foreign and insufficient to truly educate a child. Well, now I’m singing a different tune and can’t get enough of the brilliance that is Mason’s philosophy of education. What changed? I finally understood the […]
Books about the Middle East for Grade Schoolers
Inside you’ll find: incredible books about the middle east for kids to expand their perspective. Motherhood sometimes feels extremely claustrophobic. Kids are clingy, we rarely leave the house, and I have no idea what’s going on in world affairs. While for a time, mother’s are their children’s entire world, we have the incredible honor of […]
Sensory Play in the Homeschool: Why EVERY Kid Needs Sensory Input and How to Get It
If you homeschool or have looked into doing so for even a minute, chances are you’ve heard about “sensory play.” What is it though, and why is it so important? Here’s what you need to know. (And don’t forget to sign up at the end of the post to get free access to hundreds […]
What’s that Sound? Identifying Musical Instruments
I’m a band geek and proud of it! Some of my fondest memories were goofing off in the back row with the other low brass players as we sat counting a ridiculous amount of rests. I’ve played French horn, tenor sax, flute and a handful of others, though I really only had any skill at […]
“Roadschooling”: Taking Your Homeschool on the Road
As homeschooling becomes more popular, many parents are realizing just how much freedom there is when it comes to educating their children. Learning can take place anywhere, and in fact, it should! This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Please read my full disclosure policy for more information. There are numerous ways “roadschooling” […]
Family Gatherings: The Perfect Dining Room
We’re in the middle of turning our 80’s style house into something a little more appealing and far more inviting. And when I say we’re in the middle of it, I really mean that we started four years ago and there’s no end in sight. My husband and I are not especially handy and we […]
Books about Birds for Preschool
Inside you’ll find: Charlotte Mason inspired living books about birds for kids. The first official year of the Charlotte Mason inspired “Ambleside Online” has students studying birds. At first, I thought that would be really dull. I mean, all birds are practically the same right? Oh my, how wrong I’ve been. My oldest has totally “taken […]
21 Inspiring Earth Day Books for Kids
Inside you’ll find: Some of the best Earth Day Books for Kids. Taking care of the earth is everyone’s business. No matter how hard we try to live naturally and consume less, the impact will be minuscule unless we can pass those values on to the next generation; our kids. This post contains affiliate links […]
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