I love homeschooling checklists but have learned over the years that they have their negative aspects as well. One must be cautious using them, especially in certain situations. Benefits of Homeschooling Checklists Homeschooling checklists have kept us on track for years. I’d plan the year out far in advance, dividing the planned schoolwork up by […]
Planning
Considering Passion and Career Choices
We homeschooling moms are our teens’ guidance counsellors. I find that a bit nerve wracking, and I’m sure you do, too. Helping our teens plan their future is so important but is so full of unknowns. Now, there are some good, balanced resources out there (see my reviews below for a few of them). There […]
Special Exhibitions in Ottawa, 2020
Over the years we have seen some amazing things at special exhibitions, from the Dead Sea Scrolls and one of the earliest copies of the Magna Charta to the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci and paintings by Van Gogh. However, we almost missed several of these special exhibitions because it’s hard to keep track of […]
How to Choose Curriculum that Works for Your Family
Recently a new homeschooling mom contacted me with one of the usual new mom questions. What curriculum should we use? The young mom who was talking to me had some exposure to one curriculum and wasn’t satisfied with it. Her husband had heard of another that sounded good, and they weren’t sure what to do […]
Review: Do It Scared by Ruth Soukup
Over the years Ruth Soukup has taught me much about topics ranging from blogging to dejunking to productivity. She’s an inspiring, enthusiastic person with a difficult past who writes to the average woman from the heart, who shares her own struggles, and who often points to Jesus. Besides that, she’s fun, authentic, and Dutch. In […]