As part of our goal to live intentionally, each week has an established scaffolding. Rarely do we have a week that looks exactly like this but this is the starting point.
Tag: Homeschool
A Day in the Life: The rhythm with a 5-, a 7-, and an 8-year old
A daily rhythm is not necessarily a schedule because it stays flexible enough that we can accomplish that day’s goals. But it also gives us a scaffolding from which to build.
My Scatterbook: When Intimidation Gives Way to Inspiration
What is a Scatterbook, you may ask? It is like a scrapbook, but much more…..scattered. Despite the fact that I loved the idea, it intimidated me, mostly out of fear that I would do it wrong.
Book Review: Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden
This book takes the principles of a Charlotte Mason education and makes them easily accessible and applicable to our lives today.
In Search of Something Greater than the American Dream
Afa and I have made many decisions that seem counterintuitive when viewed in the context of achieving success, specifically the “American Dream.”
“But What About Socialization?” A Detailed Answer to a Common Question
As we get further into our homeschooling journey, I get the socialization question more and more often. Here is an opportunity to answer it fully.
Second Grade Curriculum Review
I use the same curricula with Ana Lia and Eliam, adjusting it up or down as needed. This is how our chosen curricula worked out for what we call our second grade year.
Book Review: Better Late Than Early by Dorothy and Raymond Moore
Despite this being recommended by multiple homeschool moms, I strongly disliked it. It was a difficult read with more to disagree with than support.
Second Grade Curriculum Plan
We are doing mostly second grade lessons with Ana Lia and Eliam this year. This is our current plan, which I try to intentionally hold very loosely.
Book Review: The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson
Are you looking for a series to read aloud with your kids? This could be a perfect one, keeping in mind there are some difficult and potentially scary scenes if your children are young.