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You’ve heard the stories about the homeschooled kids who live somewhere on your block. Maybe you’ve heard that they “run wild” or that they’re brainiacs attending college at the age of 12, but can’t interact with other kids their age. The rumor train is a wild ride. In truth, many homeschoolers spend a lot of...

Some people were even bringing infants to Him so He might touch them, but when the disciples saw it, they rebuked them. –Luke 18:15 I’m a firm believer that building relationships with your children should be a top priority for homeschooling parents. You’re already spending more time together than most families, so why not take...

As a young homeschooler, I always thought teaching elementary ages would be fun and easy. We could spend our days reading great books, exploring outside, crafting models of historic places, and baking treats while doing math. But as my children began to mature, I noticed lots of changes that affected the way they learned. And...

Embarking on a homeschooling journey can be both rewarding and a bit daunting, calling for planning and support. Alicia Hutchinson, a seasoned homeschooler and the mastermind behind Living Well + Learning Well, offers a shining example of this path. The Blend of Faith and Education When traditional schooling just didn’t sit right with her, she...

 In a world where our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology and schedules, it’s easy to overlook the simple wonders that surround us every day. This theme reverberates throughout an insightful conversation with Sherri Seligson, a marine biologist turned homeschool mom, who shares her journey of finding beauty and wonder in the natural world. Sherri...

10th grade is a big year. This is the year students begin to think about their post-high school plans. Will they go to a community college or a four-year university? Will they attend a tech or trade school? Take on an apprenticeship? Do a gap-year program or missions work? Become an entrepreneur? Whatever their calling,...

Grace touches us all deeply, a virtue that’s often spoken about but sometimes overlooked in the hustle of daily life. Despite this, grace is something we inherently need, even if it doesn’t always occur to us. Reflecting on grace brings to mind a powerful story from the Scriptures about King David and a young man...

It’s a question we get often, “How can I keep my child motivated and engaged in homeschooling?” The early stages of homeschooling are mostly exciting. From researching and gathering your books and curriculum to finding fresh supplies for the new year, hitting the ground running can be exhilarating! However, what happens mid-year when the books...

Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. – Psalm 127:1 Treehouse Masters When we had a house full of kids, my family enjoyed watching the cable television show “Treehouse Masters.” We had hearty conversations about the theme we would choose if we were clients of Pete Nelson and his crew. Would ours look...

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. –Psalm 139:14 Primitive Reflexes: Origin and Role God is a masterful designer. As early as 11-14 weeks of gestation, primitive reflexes begin to form. Primitive reflexes are involuntary motor responses originating in the brain stem. They...