I’ve written previously about the importance of not creating a school at home (if you haven’t read that yet, read it first here). Your first priority is making sure everyone feels safe at this anxious time, and creating a peaceful … Continue reading
My children have never stepped foot inside a school. At 11, 9, 6, and 4 years of age, the most they know about school is what they see on TV or read in books. Sometimes, they ask me why everyone … Continue reading
Outdoor resources for kids that will encourage more time outside. As I write this I can hear the bangs from outside as my 11 and 9 year olds crush up rocks, then grind them in the mortar and pestle. They … Continue reading
It’s a new year and I thought I’d update on some of the resources we’re using this year! Some will be the same (art supplies, nature, and books of course are always going to be big!), and some have changed … Continue reading
Every day for the past couple of months, after lunch, we have all sat down together for some quiet independent reading time. The older two girls (8 and 10) read some of their current novel each, and the little ones … Continue reading
I love the feeling of a fresh new year full of possibilities! As usual, the kids and I have been talking about plans and goals for the year. Along with the big things they want to do and learn, we … Continue reading