Wondering what the biggest homeschool struggles are? In this post I share the real frustrations that come with teaching my children at home...and why I still think it's worth it. It will give encouragment to your homeschool heart and give you the boost you need to keep going!

Are you wondering, “What are the hardest things about homeschooling?” Or maybe, “What are the biggest homeschool struggles?” I used to wonder the same thing when I was still thinking about homeschooling! There are so many blog posts out there that show a rosy, sweet, ideal vision of home education…but is it really like that…every…

Concerned about socializing your homeschooler? Looking for ideas to help them make friends? Been there! Let me save you time, money, and energy by sharing this awesome strategy I developed to get my children connected in a solid group of friends. It works!

Are you wanting to help your homeschooler make friends? Worried about how they are ever going to meet kids their age? You are not alone! Many parents struggle with understanding how a child can have solid friendships without going to school every day. They have visions of their child staring out the window as the…

Tired of hearing 'Are we done yet?!' during your homeschool day? This simple and flexible homeschool routine is the key to stop the whining and kickstart your kids' productivity! It will give you a daily schedule that is just right for your unique kids. I have been using this routine method for over 3 years in my homeschool and it works - for all my kids! There is even a free printable with so you can get going today!

Trying to find a homeschool routine that you can actually stick with?  Tired of struggling with your kids to get things done? Do you feel like a failure when they keep asking “Are we done yet???” and the school work is only half over? I here you, and I have something to share with you…

Looking for a simple and easy Thanksgiving craft to make with your kids? This fun craft will encourage your kids to be truly thankful as they decorate a tree with all the things they are thankful for! The Thankful Tree is now one of our Thanksgiving traditions and the centerpiece of your holiday table! Don't miss the free instant download too!

I don’t really like Thanksgiving. There I said it. When I was a kid, it was great to eat a lot of yummy food with family and watch football with my dad on the couch. But, now I’m a married adult with 3 children. Thanksgiving now means that my work load will triple from its…

Are you struggling with a reluctant reader? I have been there! Let me share the simple tips that helped my kid fall in love with reading AND jump ahead multiple reading levels!

Looking for tips to help your reluctant reader? Tired of trying to trick or bribe your kid into reading? Wondering if they are ever going to read chapter books like the neighbor kid? You are not alone! Teaching a reluctant reader can be a frustrating, infuriating, depressing battle. But it’s a battle that you and…