Posts tagged homeschool
Curriculum: Where to start?
Curriculum: Where to start?

While having Homeschooled at least one child each year for 9 years (going on 10 this fall), I have also put two children in public school for several years. Each had pros and cons as with all things. All of that to say, it is a journey and I believe your personal mental and physical health, your children’s needs, and your families priorities all play a part in making the decision that’s right for you.

The same is true in choosing curriculum.

Here I give you a brief snapshot by grade level of what our curriculum choices are this year. Use them as a jumping off point for your kids and don’t forget to stay true to who you are!

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Homeschooling Pre-K, Homeschooling Toddlers, EducationShawna SullivanEducation, curriculum, homeschoolComment
Tips to Survive Schooling from Home
Tips to Survive Schooling from Home

Whether 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!

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Homeschool Tips, Homeschooling Pre-K, Homeschooling Toddlers, Fun Learning, EducationShawna Sullivancoronavirus, intentional learning, homeschool, learning from home, fun learning, create a schedule, set goals, resources Comments
Make Learning Fun
Make Learning Fun

We 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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Homeschool Tips, Fun Learning, EducationShawna Sullivandry erase, homeschool, learning, fun learning, education, diy, creativity Comment
Make Learning Fun
Make Learning Fun

We 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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Rhythms of Life, The Value of Motherhood, The Venture of Homeschool, The Weary Mom, Tips for Parenting, Tips for SchoolingShawna Sullivanhomeschool, fun, learning, kids, diy, kids projects, sensoryComment
A Daily Rhythm
A Daily Rhythm

We each establish the rhythm for our homes and set the pace for our children. Our summer rhythms look different than our fall and our spring rhythms, but I have found that if we keep to our blocks of time, it helps set and manage expectations for all of us. If you are looking for a new rhythm, start making a list of the blocks of time that you would like to have in your home. Then play with your daily schedule, see what you can add and if it helps add some structure to your days that are life-giving for everyone.

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The Venture of Homeschool, EducationShawna Sullivansummer, daily rhythm, school days, homeschool, Stewardship, TimeComment