31 Festive Outdoor Activities to Celebrate the Magic of December
As the year draws to a close, there’s no better time to get outside and enjoy the beauty of winter. Here’s a list of 31 ideas for celebrate the season each day in December.
Unforgettable Experiences to Gift This Holiday Season for Homeschoolers
The holiday season is a time for cherishing moments with loved ones, and what better way to create lasting memories than by gifting experiences that will spark joy, ignite curiosity, and foster a deeper connection? If you’re looking for unique and meaningful gift ideas for families with homeschoolers, look no further. Here’s a curated selection of experiences that will transform […]
Three easy ways to practice gratitude as a family
Gratitude is a powerful force. It can turn one’s whole day around. Simply thinking about the things we are grateful for squeezes out negative thoughts that creep in. But it’s a skill that has to be practiced. Here are three easy ways to practice gratitude as a family.
PBS KIDS Pumpkin Carvings: How-to + Templates
Skip the screams and aim for squeals this Halloween with your favorite PBS KIDS characters.
2023 – 2024 School Year Printable Weather Tracking Calendar
The 2023 – 2024 school year is here and it’s time to start tracking all the different types of weather during the year. The kids love tracking the weather – whether it’s sunny, cloudy, rainy, windy or snowy! With this printable weather tracking calendar, you can have fun tracking what Mother Natures throws your way.
Required Subjects for Homeschooling in Washington state
Homeschooling is a great way to provide your child with a personalized education that meets their individual needs. But what are the required subjects for homeschooling? In Washington state, we are required to teach 11 subject areas over the course of their education.
Daily and Weekly Homeschool Rhythm
One could argue that it’s important to establish a daily and weekly homeschool rhythm for your family. After homeschooling my kids for the last several years, I’ve found that this is true for us for two reasons. Read more about why.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before the Holidays: 2020 version
The holidays are basically here. The impending sense of overwhelm and warm fuzziness is here as well. And it’s 2020. For those of you hiding under a rock and ignoring the news, we’re in the midst of a drastic spike in the COVID-19 pandemic. This year is absolutely different. I revisited last year’s post and promptly decided we should revisit […]
50 quotes to inspire your homeschool
I like quotes. They inspire, they encourage and often show up when you need them the most. I have collected the following quotes over the years. Not all of them are specific to homeschooling, but they have inspired my home education journey over these last several years. I hope that they inspire you.
Help for someone new to homeschooling in WA state
Are you new to homeschooling in WA state? Trying to navigate uncharted territory? Here is my advice.
