As parents who desire connection with our children at a deeper level, it’s helpful to remember that there are layers to a conversation, much like water. We have a choice: slowly wade into the shallow or dive headfirst into the deep. Since not all circumstances allow for diving into the deep, here are ten strategies to better connect with your child and foster the art of conversation.
Read MoreDespite the uncertainty, be encouraged that some plans can be made independent of what happens outside of your door. Start here and enjoy some free resources as you pray and plan for the upcoming school year.
Read MoreSummer is on the horizon. My mind is equal parts planning and slowing down. It can be an uneasy time for parents when we sense the endless days without a consistent schedule or rhythm. If that’s you, here are ten tips to survive the summer with your crew.
Read MoreIt’s summer and this year more families are braving road trips than ever before.
Take a look at our family’s tips and tricks for a fun-filled journey. Before you get back on the road again…read this!
Read MoreNow that I am about to have a teenager in the house, my focus has switched from past growth to future goals. Here I share with you about a new Life Skills Worksheet that can be downloaded now for FREE.
I created this tool to help families with children at any age have a focused plan for learning and responsibility in the home. Grab it here!
Read MoreThis one phrase I learned on my homeschooling journey spins around the mazes of my mind quite often these sun-filled days and motivates me to press on: “I am a lead learner”.
Here I discuss what being a Lead Learner in your home entails and encourage you to take hold of every opportunity to learn, listen and act.
Read MoreLooking to keep the fun in your summer this year?
Here are a few things we do to make learning and life fun all summer long. Take an idea and be sure to leave one before you go!
Read MoreWith every new season, we can be thankful for the reminders of hope. Here I share a few intentions to set your hearts and minds upon, 15 ways to keep your children engaged in story time, and a few of our favorite Read Alouds for Spring.
Read MoreWhether you ever thought you would be reading a post about schooling from home or not is irrelevant.
Here are a few things I want to encourage you to consider as you look to the immediate future. This is written for both parents who are not planning to Homeschool full-time and those who are committed to an alternative way of learning. Please know each of these guiding principles are essential for any parent schooling from home, even if you find yourself in the toddler years!
Read MoreIf I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a million times. The key to homeschooling littles well is to “KEEP IT SIMPLE”. Why is that so hard? I think one reason is because we never know if what we are doing is enough. I am guilty of trying everything under the sun.
Here I share one of my favorite activities to do at home with toddlers and Pre-K aged children. It’s a great starting point for anyone wanting to be more intentional at home with their little ones.
Read MoreWe can choose to live intentionally in all areas of our lives and think of new ways to make learning fun. As February moves along, adults are not the only ones that have a difficult time navigating our way through winter with joy.
Here I share one of the things we could not live without and it may be something fun to add into your daily routine with kids.
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