It is rarely by leaps and bounds that we will accomplish much, but more often in the everyday, moment after moment. Inspired by the old Spanish Proverb, this blog is a space to encourage your journey in parenting, teaching, and making the most of your child(ren)'s education. Find resources, inspiration, and support here to stay present and engaged.
November 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
Gratitude becomes quite a buzzword come November, at least here in the states! Thanksgiving, cooler weather, and nearing the end of a year all work together inviting us into a space of reflection about what we are thankful for. Whatever our position in life, there … Read More
October 29, 2021 | Shannon McGregor
I don’t know about you, but one of the reasons I love homeschooling is because we aren’t tied down to a conventional school calendar. We can pick up and go at any time, have a sick day without being worried if my kids missed something … Read More
October 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
Autumn is in full swing—for many, the leaves are a changin’, the weather is brisk, and the days are growing shorter. We have pumpkins on the brain and Halloween costumes to assemble. As bathing suits are exchanged for cozy sweaters, time on the couch with … Read More
September 7, 2021 | Jacki Campbell
When we first put our minds together and designed our literature-based curriculum, one of our priorities was to make sure that it is flexible and adaptable to a variety of educational approaches. We want families all around the globe using our curriculum and gleaning from … Read More
September 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
The start of the school year is an exciting time—full of energy for learning and starting new subjects, books, and more. But it also comes with a change from casual summers to more routines and structured rhythms. And that can be a hard adjustment! As … Read More
August 16, 2021 | Jacki Campbell
When we first put our minds together and designed our literature-based curriculum, one of our priorities was to make sure that it is flexible and adaptable to a variety of educational approaches. We want families all around the globe using our curriculum and gleaning from … Read More
August 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
We are not always given the exact things we need to complete a task set before us. A simple, and all too often, example in our house is when deciding what to make for dinner, and the groceries are running slim. What can I make … Read More
July 26, 2021 | Jacki Campbell
When we first put our minds together and designed our literature-based curriculum, one of our priorities was to make sure that it is flexible and adaptable to a variety of educational approaches. We want families all around the globe using our curriculum and gleaning from … Read More
July 12, 2021 | Jacki Campbell
When we first put our minds together and designed our literature-based curriculum, one of our priorities was to make sure that it is flexible and adaptable to a variety of educational approaches. We want families all around the globe using our curriculum and gleaning from … Read More
July 6, 2021 | Jacki Campbell
When we first put our minds together and designed our literature-based curriculum, one of our priorities was to make sure that it is flexible and adaptable to a variety of educational approaches. We want families all around the globe using our curriculum and gleaning from … Read More
July 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
With America’s Independence Day just a few days away, citizenship becomes top of mind for many celebrating this day. While many Americans were born and raised in the USA (cue Springstein’s Born in the USA), many others found their path to citizenship by immigrating from … Read More
June 28, 2021 | Shannon McGregor
A common question I hear in all the social media groups is “Show me your homeschool space.” You can get on Pinterest and type in “homeschool room” and find a million perfectly styled homeschool rooms with well-behaved children (and well dressed for that matter), coloring … Read More
June 1, 2021 | Wisdom Wonder Project
Responsibility? Aren’t we done with that for this school year? Focusing on this character trait right at the start of summer break may seem oxymoronic—isn’t this the time of year we all let go a little? But, bear with me for a moment. While the … Read More
May 5, 2021 | Wisdom Wonder Project
If you’ve been in the homeschooling world for any amount of time, you know that Cathy Duffy is the end-all be-all in curriculum and educational resource reviewers. Cathy Duffy has been reviewing curriculum and educational resources for the homeschooling community since 1984. Cathy’s primary goal … Read More
May 1, 2021 | Betsi Ashby
“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” ― Maya Angelou RESILIENCE: The ability to recover strength, determination, spirit, flexibility, and good humor in the face of change, mistakes and trials. Catch phrase: The only real failure … Read More
