Work and Homeschool. Finding a balance.

Many homeschooling families out there have a stay at home parent while the other parent works. They teach their children full time and that becomes their only job. For others, this may not be the case. Sometimes it becomes necessary for a family to produce two incomes while trying to … read more

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-Unhurried: a low-stress approach delaying formal academics until child demonstrates readiness.

As children are pushed to achieve academic goals at earlier and earlier ages, the incidence of learning disabilities is growing at an alarming (some say epidemic) rate. There may be a host of root causes, from immune … read more

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 You are going to the FPEA Florida Homeschool Convention and are looking for “the” perfect curriculum that will make all the difference for your child. You’re frustrated and tired, and you’ve tried everything you can think of to help your child who struggles in areas where other kids just seem … read more

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Sailing Through Evaluation Season

 The phone rang. I didn’t recognize the number flashing on caller ID but answered anyway.

“Hello, Cheryl. This is Tammy. We met at mom’s meeting last month. My annual homeschool evaluation is due in July. I’m anxious and have questions. I thought maybe you could help.”

“Evaluations concern many parents, … read more

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Smart Kids Who Don’t Want to Read

 You’ve read to your child since he was a baby, instilling a love for reading. You taught him his letter sounds in kindergarten and phonics later. He knows how to read, but consistently resists it. You’ve purchased books with inviting covers that literally “ooze” excitement. They sit in the same … read more

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Wading Through the Curriculum Jungle

 Overwhelmed by all the choices, daunted by the immensity of their responsibility and worried about breaking the family bank, homeschooling parents often find choosing curriculum a fearful task. But there are some strategies that will help you sort through the choices, alleviate fears and probably save you money.

 

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Are you interested in action, adventure, mystery, intrigue and discovery? Well, science contains all these elements and many more! I can see you shaking your head in denial. Yes, I am using those adjectives in the same breath as the word science.

Without God’s grace I wouldn’t be writing … read more

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