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How to Develop a Love of Literature in Your Home
How to Develop a Love of Literature in Your Home
June 25, 2024
Curriculum

Spending time reading books is an important part of our homeschool, as I want my children to have a love for learning and literature. This blog post shares the ways I encourage my kids to spend time reading and foster a love of books and literature through our home environment, available book choices, and more.

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My Homeschool Mom Morning Routine
My Homeschool Mom Morning Routine
June 4, 2024
Family Life

As a working, homeschooling mom of four, I try to set up my days in a way that cultivates peace and joy in our home. Here is a peek inside my realistic morning routine where I make time for my personal devotional, meal prep for myself and my family, exercise, plus home responsibilities before we begin our school day.

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End of Homeschool Year Reflection and Celebration Ideas
End of Homeschool Year Reflection and Celebration Ideas
May 22, 2024
Family Life

The end of the school year is a special time for both parents and children. Whether you homeschool year-round or take a break during the summer, the end of the school year can bring up a lot of different emotions. This blog discusses how to audit your homeschool year and fun ideas for celebrating accomplishments.

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Summer Homeschooling: 6 Rhythms for Intentional Summer Enrichment
Summer Homeschooling: 6 Rhythms for Intentional Summer Enrichment
May 7, 2024
Family Life

Summer can feel daunting for homeschooling families and non-homeschooling families alike. This post shares intentional summer rhythms to enrich your children’s days including a FREE Summer Book List and FREE week-long nature study.

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Creative and Practical Easter Basket Ideas
Creative and Practical Easter Basket Ideas
March 18, 2024
Family Life

These are intentional Easter gifts that encourage children’s creativity or are practical items that they will use. For the readers, a list of classics and fun readers. For the imaginative and creative ones, a list of open-ended toys and art supplies. For the adventurer, plenty of gift ideas to keep them exploring.

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13 Ways to Beat the Winter Homeschool Blues
13 Ways to Beat the Winter Homeschool Blues
February 28, 2024
Family Life

As we wait for spring, I notice our homeschool curriculum and schoolwork routine can begin to feel burdensome and difficult. Whether it’s the winter blues or not, sometimes the effort of keeping up a daily rhythm that was fun before can feel challenging. Combat the winter blues and burnout with these tips.

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Simple Ideas for a Valentine Tea Time (including recipes, books, + handcrafts)
Simple Ideas for a Valentine Tea Time (including recipes, books, + handcrafts)
February 7, 2024
Family Life

With Valentine’s Day coming up, I decided to plan a little love-themed tea time for my children in lieu of lessons one afternoon this week. Here are my steps and tips for hosting a love-themed tea time!

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Teaching our Children to be Encouragers (+ free Valentine’s Cards)
Teaching our Children to be Encouragers (+ free Valentine’s Cards)
February 1, 2024
Family Life

We made these sweet and simple Words of Affirmation Valentine’s Cards to share with your families this year. Download, print, and fill them out with your children to give words of affirmation to the special people in their lives!

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Best Educational Board and Card Games for Kids and Families
Best Educational Board and Card Games for Kids and Families
January 10, 2024
Family Life

I have not used “gameschooling” in our homeschool until recently. Now that my family has entered our game era, I made a master list of educational games for preschool, math, language arts, logic, science, and of course, lots of fun and laughs for the entire family. These games gently encourage learning in a fun way.

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Overview: Daily Rhythm Bundle
Overview: Daily Rhythm Bundle
December 12, 2023
Family Life

Add eloquence and beauty to your homeschool space and support a peaceful rhythm throughout your day with the Daily Rhythm Bundle from Treehouse Schoolhouse. Map out your daily homeschool activities with the Daily Rhythm Cards to give a visual reminder throughout your homeschool day of daily expectations and routines.

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