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Journal Ideas for Homeschool Kids - First things first, before your homeschoolers can begin their journaling adventure, each will need a journal of their very own. A journal is as individual as the person who uses it. Does your homeschooler love to write? If so… (READ MORE)

Inspiration for Homeschool Moms -Someone in our homeschool group recently asked what fellow homeschool moms did to provide inspiration or renewed enthusiasm for themselves and the kids. Unfortunately, no one really had any ideas. Apparently, this is a time of burn-out for everyone. I found something this week, however, that worked really well for me. It’s a little thing called… (READ MORE)

Missouri Requirements for Homeschool Families - The decision to homeschool your child should not be made lightly. There are many variables that should be weighed before committing your family to this decision. One of the most important things to consider is the amount of time and dedication that goes into homeschooling your child. Though Missouri is one of the more relaxed states regarding homeschooling regulations, there are specific guidelines that you must follow… (READ MORE)

Hands-on Homeschooling for the Not-So-Crafty Mom - My approach to homeschooling is to keep things as simple as possible. However, there’s no denying that kids love to do things with their hands, some more than others. Rather than invest in pre-packaged “hands-on” curriculum, I have chosen to take a more natural approach. I provide my children with a variety of construction toys (Basic LEGOs , Lincoln Logs, K’nex , Playmobil, etc.) and allow them to “play” with them while I read to them. I used a literature-based curriculum with a lot of reading, and I discovered my children listen better if their hands are busy. Often they will build something that goes along with what they are learning! I also keep a cupboard stocked with… (READ MORE)

The Importance of Teachers - One might erroneously believe that homeschoolers dislike or distrust teachers. On the contrary, most homeschool parents LOVE teachers. For one, we parents are primarily teachers of our own children. But we also know that other teachers (whether fellow home school parents, public school teachers, or specialized instructors) are invaluable to our children’s development. And teachers can be found all around us. Here are just a few examples of teachers in our lives… (READ MORE)

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