Nature study is what we do when we step outside our four walls. It requires no tools beyond the ones your were born with; eyes, ears, nose, hands… “As children observe, reflect, record, and share nature’s patterns and rhythms, they are participating in a process that promotes scientific and ecological awareness, problem solving, and creativity.”Continue Reading
Daily Routine for a Growing Family
This is a post from Crystal Heft of Crystal Starr A daily routine for a Growing Family! Can it be done? Is it possible to have everyone doing what they should be doing and when they should be doing it! Can you imagine if you didn’t even have to say much to get the wheelsContinue Reading
Our Mystery of History Timeline
We are currently working through The Mystery of History Vol. 1. It’s been slow going between moves and babies, but we are enjoying it none the less. We are building a timeline as we go through the course as recommended in the book and I thought I would share with you how weContinue Reading
Disciplining Children: Addressing the Heart and Not Just the Behavior
This is a post from Mandy Pagano of Suburban Stereotype “Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be a willing party to his death.” (Proverbs 19:18, NIV) “Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you punish him with the rod, he will not die.” (Proverbs 23:13, NIV) “Discipline your son,Continue Reading
The Moody Family Series Children’s Books Review
I’m always looking for good, wholesome books to read to my children as well as ones that they can read independently. So when Sarah Maxwell of Titus2.com asked me if I’d like to check out the first two books in her Moody Family Series, I took her up on her offer. There are 8 booksContinue Reading
Vacationing with a Large Family
This is a post from Nicole Crone of Children are a Blessing I’m not sure about your family, but mine really loves to travel! As a homeschool mom, I’m always on the lookout for fun, yet educational excursions for my crew to embark on. When we only had a few children, vacationing wasn’t too muchContinue Reading
Blessings From Our Little Blessings
I’ve heard it plenty of times, “Children are a blessing!” But when my children are bickering, complaining about their supper, or screaming at me because I won’t buy them the toy they want…I don’t feel very blessed. So…how are children a blessing? Growth and maturity for parents. When we’re handed our baby for the firstContinue Reading
5 Ways a Garden Can Help Your Family Grow
As I sit here reflecting on the last two days, I can’t help but smile at the dirt under my nails, the tenderness of my pink skin, and the dull ache in my back. In years past, our family has had a part in vegetable gardening for the sheer excitement of watching something grow. DiscoverContinue Reading
Every Mom Has A Story
This is a post from Kathy Helgemo of Mothering from Scratch I am continually amazed at how every mom has her own story. I have been blessed by many women telling me about their mothering lives. This started long ago, before and after I had children. It seemed that God was telling me that hereContinue Reading
Benefits of Year Round Schooling
This is a post from Jacqueline Forrer of My Blessings Homeschool It’s June already! Are you done with your school year or still wrapping up? Do you feel burnt out and dread the idea of starting another year? This is the way I felt a few years ago. We struggled through May and into June toContinue Reading
