Simple, intentional homeschooling
How can you get it all done as a homeschool mom? There are so many demands on your time and never enough hours in the day! In this episode, I address a reader’s question about the daily struggle to keep the household running smoothly when devoting so much time, energy, and mental focus on homeschooling and mothering.
There are weeks that are busier than others and you just cannot be home enough to get everything done. And yet it is so important that we remember that we need to be home in order to homeschool. In this episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast, I discuss why we need to make time to be home to homeschool as well as share some practical tips to help you do just that.
In this first episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast, you’ll hear about the vision of this podcast.
Traveling is a great time to create special family memories and can provide some wonderful learning opportunities. But it can still be challenging when you are stuck in a car or plane for hours. Here is a list of our favorite games and activities for traveling.
It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life and forget that sometimes our children feel left behind. When you take the important step of investing in your relationship with them, they are more likely to feel heard and open up about what is going on in their lives. Try these practical suggestions to help your children feel heard and increase your influence on their lives.
We’ve all been there. You are in the car for a trip or waiting in line at the grocery store or doctor’s appointment. I’m normally the mom who allows her children to find something to entertain themselves, but there are times when it’s difficult even for adults to be patient waiting in a confined space. Turn these times of waiting into learning opportunities with these fun math games to play in the car (or plane or train or line). They require no supplies and can be adapted for all ages. We’ve enjoyed them for years and have been surprised at the times our children have stumped us.
Reduce your workload and build valuable life skills by turning over responsibility for meal prep to your children. Includes tips for a smoother transition.
Is there something God has placed on your heart, but you don’t feel you have time to do? Here are tips for finding time in your week to pursue your passions.
Winter can be a tough time with kids cooped up at home. Getting everyone moving is a great way to survive the winter. Here’s our favorite ways to move.
Getting up early to work before the kids were up wasn’t working anymore. I had to find another solution. Here’s how I implemented a work day in our home.
