Let’s face it: homeschool moms expend a lot of energy. We’re not only the chief cooks and bottle washers, but we’re also the main teachers and guidance counselors for our children. And then, our hubbies like for us to reserve a little energy for them, too. Not to mention the fact that many homeschool momsContinueContinue reading “Recharge Your Batteries”
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Recharge Your Batteries
Let’s face it: homeschool moms expend a lot of energy. We’re not only the chief cooks and bottle washers, but we’re also the main teachers and guidance counselors for our children. And then, our hubbies like for us to reserve a little energy for them, too. Not to mention the fact that many homeschool momsContinueContinue reading “Recharge Your Batteries”
Vacation Organization
Yes, I even organize my relaxation time! I am that neurotic. Really. Just ask my husband, who’s been trying to get me to relax for years. But, even homeschooling families need a vacation. Seriously, organization is the pathway to real relaxation. Once the details are in place, then I don’t have to worry aboutContinueContinue reading “Vacation Organization”
Summer School & More
My latest articles to be posted at Heart of the Matter Online are in the July/Summer edition of the magazine! And no, I’m not talking about schooling year-round. Our family has chosen to school according to a more traditional school calendar, although we do make it work for us and not the other way around.ContinueContinue reading “Summer School & More”
A How-To Example of Mid-Range Planning
Currently I’m engaging in mid-term planning by working on my youngest daughter’s Bible, history, and reading schedule for this coming year. I start by making a chart in Word with a column for each subject and a row for each of the 36 weeks. This year’s chart has 5 columns: 1) card number (we useContinueContinue reading “A How-To Example of Mid-Range Planning”
Summer Scheduling for a Fabulous Fall
The key to a smooth start of the school year is to begin planning early. Yes, I know it’s only July, but the end of August (or even the beginning of September) comes quickly. In order not to feel overwhelmed the weekend before I plan to start school with the kids, and in order notContinueContinue reading “Summer Scheduling for a Fabulous Fall”
Summer School
No, I’m not talking about schooling year-round. I realize that some families find schooling year-round to be a viable option for many reasons, but my purpose here is not to discuss the merits of either a traditional school calendar or schooling year-round. Our family has chosen to school according to a more traditional school calendar,ContinueContinue reading “Summer School”
Bethany LaShell 