Where working and schooling meet at home.
In the last couple of weeks it seems the internet has exploded with homeschoolers up in arms about the Common Core Standards. I have spent the last two days pouring over blog posts, Facebook statuses, and websites, all claiming to be the authority on the Common Core. These are some of the sentiments I’ve read… Read More
You’ve made the decision to homeschool. Now what? This is where a lot of new homeschooling moms get that deer in the headlights look, not knowing what to do next. I know that’s how I felt when I began to homeschool. The first thing you should do is check into your state homeschooling laws. You… Read More
It’s official. We made the decision to bring Bug home to homeschool next year. A lot went into our decision, including the consideration of Bug’s feelings (he wanted to come home). Homeschooling is a big decision and not one to be taken lightly. As you consider your decision whether or not to homeschool your kids,… Read More
It’s President’s Day, and today I’m teaming up with Folk Magazine to discuss a topic related to our early Presidents: Ingenuity in America. How do I perceive American ingenuity? Where does ingenuity thrive today? First, let’s take a look at what ingenuity means. Here’s the definition, according to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Skill or cleverness in… Read More
This last month has been full of state testing for Stargirl. As part of our charter school, she has to take state tests on a yearly basis, rather than every three years or so, like she would if she were traditionally homeschooled. In addition, the tests she has to take through the charter school are… Read More
