A local preschooler planted a garden and discovered a passion for plants. In March, he planted five sets of seeds on his back porch in containers. Only one set of the original seeds died. Zack Adams, 4, told his mother that he “loves plants and...
The 6 Most Helpful Things to Do During Your First Year of Homeschooling
posted by: Laura Adams
April 15, 2022
Get plugged into a local homeschool support group. There is a difference between a support group and a co-op, though many people do feel a sense of support from their co-op. Support groups focus more on social activities and on equipping and encouraging parents. Mine...
When my oldest child was about a month old, I wrote the following and posted it on Facebook. I am preserving it here for posterity. Now I have three children and yet somehow it’s still easier to get out the door than it was when...
Homeschool Planning for Your First Child vs. Homeschool Planning for Your Second Child
posted by: Laura Adams
April 1, 2022
When I was expecting my first child, I frequented one of those internet forums for moms who are due around the same time. Without fail, I noted that second-time moms always seemed to wish they had done things an opposite way with their first child....
In the fall of 2022, our family will begin Claritas Cycle 1. The history spans creation to the fall of Rome. Science topics include plants, animals, and the human body. As I’ve planned out our school year, I’ve compiled the following book list. Before we...
We have always studied hymns in our homeschool, dating all the way back to our “practice homeschool” year when my oldest was in pre-K. Our church is more contemporary in style, which we enjoy and appreciate. At the same time though, traditional songs link us...
The Best Podcasts for Homeschooling and Parenting the Early Years
posted by: Laura Adams
March 16, 2022
When my children were all preschool aged and younger, I was constantly physically busy, but I was rarely mentally busy. I soon realized that I’m the sort of person who is happiest when she is also mentally busy. Enter: podcasts. I listened to a slew...
My oldest child will be a first grader in the fall of 2022. He’s an active and energetic boy. The classical model of education resonates with me, so that is what we’re striving for in his schooling. Of course, we tailor it to match each...
Preschool for the Child Who Has Exhausted Preschool
posted by: Laura Adams
February 21, 2022
I occasionally hear parents discuss what to do with their children who have acquired the traditional kindergarten readiness skills, but are not yet old enough for kindergarten. I thought I would share how I’m addressing this situation in our homeschool, in the hopes that it...
Technology is a gift, but it can also overwhelm us with its never-ending demands. Last fall, I made some decisions that made using technology more pleasant. The changes fell under three main categories: my email inbox, my social media, and my news. Email Inbox I’m...