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Character over Curriculum in Homeschooling
Homeschooling at the kitchen table is not for the faint of heart. It’s where math meets spilled milk, where phonics battles background noise, and where I sometimes wonder if we’re learning anything at all. But in the middle of it, amidst the fractions and the science projects gone wrong, something bigger is happening—something eternal. We…
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First Grade Book List
This list is ever-evolving. Feel free to message/comment and let me know what you think. If you’re looking for my other book lists, click HERE. 1. The Mercy Watson Series by Kate DiCamilloMercy, a lovable pig with a big personality, lives with the Watsons and gets into amusing misadventures. (Early Chapter Book) 2. The Never…
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Must-Read Books for Kindergarten
Kindergarten is tricky, because reading levels can vary so wildly. One of my daughters was on a second or third grade reading level in kinder while another was very much a beginning reader. I put together a list of classic, beginning literature plus fun picture books that are easy enough for a more advanced reader…
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Do Homeschool Kids Get Enough Socialization? Here’s the Truth
Homeschool and Socialization: My Kids Aren’t Living Under a Rock, I Promise! Ah, the dreaded S-word. No, not that one (this is a family-friendly blog, after all). I’m talking about socialization—the question every homeschool parent knows is coming, usually delivered with the same tone you’d use to ask someone why they’re wearing socks with sandals.…
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Homeschool Art Class: Fall Themed
In our homeschool, art isn’t just about picking up a paintbrush and hoping for the best (although there’s plenty of that too!). We’ve found that organizing art around themes—especially seasonal ones—brings a whole new level of excitement to our school days. This fall, we spent a few weeks diving into 8 different autumn-inspired projects, and…
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Boost Your Second Grader’s Writing Skills: 50 Engaging Prompts to Try
As a homeschooling mom, I’m always on the lookout for fun and engaging ways to encourage my second grader’s creativity and writing skills. Writing can sometimes feel like a chore, but I’ve found that a prompt jar can transform it into an enjoyable activity. Today, I’m sharing fifty writing prompts that will spark your child’s…
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A Day in the Life: Our Homeschool Routine
7:00 AM – Rise and ShineOur day kicks off around seven when the kids come padding down the stairs, bright-eyed and ready for breakfast. I make it a point to whip up a hot meal, usually involving a protein plus a starch. I talk about that in this blog post HERE. 7:30 AM – Morning…
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Nurturing a Love of Reading in Children
As a mom, one of my greatest joys has been nurturing my kids’ love of reading. I’ve always been a big reader and looked forward to visiting the public library every saturday as a child. I have fond memories of my entire family reading, and some of the earliest memories I have of my dad…
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Balancing Fun and Learning in Second Grade
We are officially three weeks into the school year! Second grade is going so well and I’m thrilled with how it’s been working out. Here’s what we are using: Math: We are once again using The Good and the Beautiful’s math program, level 2. In addition to this we use Khan academy’s free app for…
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Kindergarten Curriculum Picks
My oldest daughter went to public school for Kindergarten, so this is my first year to do homeschool Kindergarten. Here’s what we are doing for her core subjects: The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts Level K Usborne My First Reader Book Set Literary Logs Read-Alounds Independent Reading The Good and the Beautiful Math Level…
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