In my last blog post, I shared that I pieced together a World Geography study for my 6th and 7th grade boys this year. Today, I want to give you…
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Curriculum Update: What’s Working for 6th and 7th Grade (and What Isn’t)
I still can’t believe that 8 years ago, I printed off some words on “pumpkin seeds” and had Liam matching them to their corresponding pumpkins. Now, we’re learning about how…
6th and 7th Grade Homeschool Curriculum Picks
This year feels different than other years because both of my children are now in middle school. There is a pretty sharp turn from fourth and fifth grade to sixth…
How Having Another Baby Changed the Way I See Motherhood
I haven’t updated this space in a while. My last post, which was written in June 2024, was about selling our home of 10 years, and making changes for our…
Making Life Changing Decisions: What I’ve Learned From Moving
I sit here in my home staged with minimal belongings, and gaze upon the photoless walls. It feels so clean, yet there is an echo from the emptiness. After 3…
How to Choose a Homeschool Curriculum
A common question I receive from moms that are considering homeschooling is, “How do I choose a homeschool curriculum?” I remember worrying about what my children were supposed to…
How to Teach Homeschool Science Without Using a Curriculum
I would be lying if I said that I love science. History, art, writing, nature study… those are my favorites. Science books and experiments? Not my thing. In fact, I…
How to Get Started with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling
When I first entered into the world of homeschooling, I was completely bombarded with information. I found myself Googling different homeschooling styles, reading all the books, researching curriculum, and trying…
Why We Started Homeschooling
Our challenges with school began when my oldest son was in preschool. At the time, we had enrolled him in a Montessori school because we truly believed it would be…
My Top 10 Homeschool Classroom Must-Haves from Amazon
While I advocate for simplicity within the home and not overburdening your space with “stuff”, I also appreciate quality, intentional items within a homeschool space. Items that serve a purpose,…