The twinkling lights are up, carols fill the air, and seemingly everyone is caught up in holiday cheer – everyone except you. If this resonates, you're not alone. The "holiday blues" are a real phenomenon that affects countless people during what's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year.
Discover how homeschooling opens up opportunities to seamlessly integrate real-life skills into your child’s education—something that's often challenging in a traditional school setting. Written by a public school teacher and homeschool mom, this blog post offers a unique perspective on the strengths and limitations of both educational systems. If you’re curious about how homeschooling can foster practical learning experiences and develop essential life skills, this is a must-read!
When the idea of homeschooling first danced into my mind, it felt like a whimsical escape from the conventional classroom. I envisioned cozy mornings filled with laughter over breakfast books, spontaneous field trips to explore nature's wonders, and endless opportunities for hands-on projects that would spark joy in both me and my kids. But fast forward to reality, and let's just say the picture-perfect fantasy has been replaced by a more complicated landscape.
As a homeschool mom and a California teacher, I’ve had the unique privilege of viewing education from both traditional and homeschool perspectives. What I’ve discovered is that homeschooling offers an unparalleled opportunity to create a personalized, flexible, and meaningful learning experience for children. The advantages of homeschooling extend far beyond academics, reaching into every aspect of our family’s daily life.
Homeschooling has unlocked a world of possibilities, giving us the freedom to tailor each child's education to their unique needs, interests, and learning styles. Instead of following a one-size-fits-all approach, we've been able to craft personalized learning experiences that not only cater to their academic strengths but also nurture their individual passions.
Why is hearing about other peoples’ homeschool stories important? Because it can energize us and give us wonderful ideas on how to make our lives easier. It also gives us perspective on our lives on just how well we are doing and tips to make it easier.
“How many professions require the whole family to move every three years? Certainly the military is one. My husband joined the military when our kids were six to twelve years old. Shortly after arriving at our first duty station, we quickly realized we needed an education option that provides flexibility, stability, and continuity. That’s why homeschooling was a natural choice for our five kids.
Do modern conveniences make it all too easy to barely take a step outside to enjoy the world around us? Nature provides so many benefits from vitamins to an environment that inspires the imagination. What would it look like if you dedicated yourself and your family to spending 10, 20, 30 or even an hour outside everyday? Could you do it? Join Janna and her guest Ginny Yurich as they discuss the global movement of 1000 Hours Outside.
The kitchen is the part of the house where people gather. It's where we create the food that gives us feelings of nostalgia for grandma's cookies or Dad's Spicy Shrimp with noodles. Food is a universal need and one that allows us with a taste or smell to travel in time and location. Rowena S. took the idea of creating memorable food with an educating twist to create eat2explore. Join Rowena as she and Janna chat about the creation of Eat2Explore and how you can travel the world with cooking, and creating meaningful family time all within the comfort of your kitchen.
No one can question the position of the zoo in the canon of homeschool field trip destinations. Who can resist the enchantment of watching monkeys swinging from ropes, observing penguins eating fresh fish, and walking through a butterfly pavilion? The zoo is a go-to choice for getting out of the house on a day with pleasant weather when public school is in session.
