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Brain Harmony offers help and hope for kids and moms who are suffering from stress and anxiety! For years, I’ve struggled with anxiety and depression. I used to try to hide it from people because it made me feel weak. I was afraid people would see me as unstable and unable to handle life and…
Are you at home with your kids right now? If you are and you’re looking for some great Bible and faith-related resources to use with them (or to use for yourself), we think you’ll love this list of resources! You’ll find Bible studies, devotionals, lessons, activities, and more. We know it’s easy to feel “down”…
Do you have little ones who like to stay busy? Most preschoolers like to play, explore, create, and stay on the move! If you have little ones at home, you’ll enjoy this list of printables, activities, websites, and ideas for keeping them busy doing something fun and educational. Something that’s important to keep in…
Mastery vs. Spiral Learning A frequently asked question from prospective home educators is, “What is the difference between mastery and spiral learning?” To break down the mystery, here are a few important facts about each approach to better determine what’s best for your homeschool family. Mastery Learning Mastery learning is what most people are familiar…
Are schools closed in your area? If not, it may happen soon. What are you supposed to do if you suddenly find yourself with your kiddos at home and you are now responsible for educating them?! First, don’t panic! There’s good news. There are, as of spring 2019, 2.5 million children who are currently being…
Being a stay at home mom can be stressful. When home and family is your job, it’s a 24/7 gig. This can mean that you never really get a moment to shut down, decompress and reset. Over time, this can definitely take a toll on your physical and mental health. Taking time to reduce your…
I hear from many homeschool moms who are openly ridiculed by friends or relatives for choosing to homeschool. Others may not be ridiculed, but instead, they are put on the spot and asked questions like, “How do you know you’re doing a good job teaching your children? What if they aren’t learning what they need…
Our children need to learn real-world problem solving! As homeschooling parents, we know our children need to learn to be real-world problem solvers! We want them to be successful adults both in their jobs and their families, and we know that means they need to learn to think for themselves and handle whatever problems they…
During cold and flu season, it’s important to wash your hands often. That’s truly the best way to prevent sickness. However, there are times when it’s just not possible to wash your hands, yet you still need to get rid of germs. For this reason, I always carry a little bottle of my favorite homemade…
Is it possible to homeschool when Mom is sick? Homeschooling can sometimes be challenging! And when you’re sick, it can be especially hard! But there are ways to continue homeschooling even when you aren’t feeling your best. This article shares some suggestions for how to homeschool when Mom is sick. Why would you want…
Hi! I’m Wendy, and I’ve survived homeschooling teens! I have two adult homeschool graduates and am currently homeschooling my youngest child–my 17-year-old daughter. I’d like to talk with you today about 10 ways to show our teens we like them. Whether they admit it or not, our teens probably know that we love them, but…
Do you have a child who needs to become a more independent learner? After all, most of us ultimately want our children to be self-directed, independent learners. We can’t (and shouldn’t) be completely in charge of their learning throughout their elementary and high school years. If our children go to college, they will need to…
