It has been a long time since I have been able to run any sort of distance because of health issues. But the other day, as I was reflecting back on my years of homeschooling, I started to see some parallels between homeschooling and running. There are significant lessons I have learned that very much […]
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My Favorite Picture Books for Fall
Oh Fall, How I Love You: Cozy Autumn Reads for Your Homeschool! Fall is, without a doubt, my favorite season. I’m endlessly grateful for crisp mornings, vibrant colors, and, of course, pumpkin spice everything. 🍂 This season, there’s something extra special about cozying up with a good book, especially with little ones by your side. […]
My Favorite Spring Children’s Books
Oh Spring. I am so glad you have arrived. The dreary days of Winter hang on my soul. Getting out in the sunshine, looking at the beautiful flowers, and hearing the return of the birds’ songs are so delightful. It also means it is time to replace the seasonal books in my picture book […]
Narration: The Foundation of a Charlotte Mason Education
When I first heard about Charlotte Mason at the beginning of our homeschooling journey, I heard about a practice called narration. I assumed it was writing or telling a summary. So that is what I did. Then I began to worry that it wasn’t enough and went back to the trusted support of a former […]
My Favorite Winter Children’s Books
For a long while now, I have kept a thematic picture book basket out at my house. Each season, holiday, theme, etc. I change out the books. I own a great deal of these books from my former kindergarten classroom, but you can always get these titles from the library. I keep my picture books […]
Reflect, Reach, and Resolve: A Three Step Process For Setting New Year’s Goals
It’s my favorite time of the year! Yes, I know Christmas is over and according to the popular song, it is THE most wonderful time of the year. Yet, as much as I cherish the traditions and lazy days of Christmas, I LOVE the start of a New Year. I mean giddy, over the […]
The Broad Feast of History in a Charlotte Mason Education
When I initially wrote A Gentle Feast, I did not include history. It isn’t that I believe history is unimportant. It is, in fact, my favorite subject and I believe it is supremely important. The struggle came from wrapping my brain around Miss Mason’s approach to history. Amongst homeschoolers, there is much a do about […]
A Literary Advent
I have a confession when it comes to Advent traditions. I love them because of the routine and comfort they bring to our family during a busy season, but sometimes they can be a little overwhelming and by December 12th I wonder how I’m going to make it through. This Advent tradition is one that […]
