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I’ve been thinking lately about the idea of a “homeschool corner”—that little designated space where younger kids learn, explore and play. If you’re wondering what exactly a homeschool corner is, you’re not alone. It’s often less about a full classroom and more about a cozy, accessible nook sized just right for preschoolers and early learners.…
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I’ve homeschooled over a decade… sometimes through a “charter school” that gives you funding, sometimes using a hybrid co-op school, and some years completely on our own. Homeschooling can be really expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! (Especially in elementary school.) Here are my best tips for how to homeschool for free! Can You…
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Let me be the first to tell you—how to set up a homeschool schedule that works isn’t a one-size-fits-all question. And after 11 years of homeschooling my daughters from Kindergarten all the way through 8th grade, I’ve learned this truth the hard (and sometimes funny) way. What works for one season, child, or year might…
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If there’s one subject that can easily turn into a clutter-filled monster in your homeschool — it’s science. (Well, science and art… ah the monster crafts can become… but that’s not my focus today.) And while that’s not necessarily a bad thing — because let’s be honest, having a whole bookshelf of gorgeous books, workbooks,…
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Art is essential in homeschooling. Ok, so you could very much get by without it but that just seems like a crime to me! There’s so much time for being creative and my kiddos love art! But it can absolutely take over your lives… burting from every drawer, creations on every shelf, it can be…
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If you’ve ever tried to homeschool with a toddler underfoot, you know the chaos that can unfold in approximately 3.7 seconds. Whether your little one is your only student or tagging along while you teach older siblings, creating a space that encourages learning (without making your whole house look like a toy explosion) is key.…
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If you’ve been homeschooling for any length of time, you’ve probably rearranged your setup more times than you can count. Whether you’ve got a full homeschool room, a shared dining table, or just a little nook tucked into the living room, one thing that makes a huge difference is your homeschool wall ideas. Learn why…
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Homeschooling looks different for every family… and in our home, it’s a living, breathing thing that changes with the seasons, our work schedules, and even how everyone is feeling that day. With three kids spread across big age gaps, a mom who works from home, and a couple of chronic illnesses in the mix that…
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Dining Room Homeschool Space Ideas wasn’t exactly on my original homeschooling vision board either. But after more than a decade of teaching my kids at home (in just about every house, rental, and apartment you can imagine), I’ve learned this: your homeschool space doesn’t have to be fancy. It just needs to work for your…
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How to Do a 4 Day Week Homeschool Schedule It’s that time of year again, whether you are going back to school very soon, or you are just starting to think about it, it is coming. After 11 years of homeschooling we’ve tried ALL the ways. Different schedules, curricula, co-ops, hybrid schools, virtual classes, you…