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Working and Homeschool Part 2
The overarching message so far in this working homeschool moms summit is that you must set goals and be realistic with those goals and expectations. Those of us that run our own businesses know the importance of this, so it would make sense for it to flow over into how we manage our household and…
Homeschool and Working
Just finished up a Working Homeschool Moms online seminar and wanted to share some helpful links:https://thehomeschoolscientist.comhttps://practicalbydefault.com/category/homeschooling/https://workinghomeschoolmomclub.comhttps://90minuteschoolday.comhttps://homeschooling4him.comhttps://academic-networks.comhttps://www.homeeducationnetwork.orghttps://stpierreacademy.orghttps://www.seuworks.com/optin1665982218850https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXNHQ6G8https://www.getaheadoftheclass.comhttps://mylittlehomeschool.com For all homeschool parents – watch your expectations – don’t set them too high or you will get burnt out. Also, review your expectations on a periodic basis. Your family dynamic changes and your expectations most likely will change. If you…
Nature and Connection
I watched a webinar hosted by Texas Children in Nature and entitled, “Nature-Based Social Emotional Learning” A few take-aways from this discussion: When we connect to nature we develop a deeper understanding and appreciation and it helps promote our emotional development. Connecting to nature aids in self-regulation, critical thinking, problem-solving, and social skills. If you…
Gingerbread Houses???
Today’s blog will be short and sweet. I promised last time to show the photos of our cardboard-house making adventure. I must say, when my husband suggested we make cardboard houses this year rather than the traditional gingerbread cookie, I was a bit skeptical. However, he ran with his vision and utilized his architectural skills…
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Hi, I’m Heather. Previously an outdoor educator and public school teacher, I became a full-time mother and VP at my husband’s systems development company in 2012. I spend most of my time homeschooling my kids and working with my husband. This blog is for my love of living simply and I want to share my simple lessons and activities with you!
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