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So You’ve Decided to Homeschool—But Where Do You Find the Materials?
One of the very first questions new homeschoolers ask is also one of the most stressful: Where do I find curriculum? With so many options available—free, inexpensive, brand new, used, online, offline—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this Tip of the Week , I’m breaking down where to find homeschool curriculum and then highlighting options that fit different homeschooling approaches I’ve outlined in a separate post. Online Curriculum Retailers Rainbow Resources rainbowresourc
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Jan 154 min read


How to Homeschool Without Losing Yourself (or Your Sanity)
Let’s be honest—homeschooling is a journey that rarely ever feels totally “figured out.” But there are things we can do to stay...
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Sep 26, 20254 min read


Ten common questions I get from people in their first year of Homeschooling
Notice that cheeky side line I've been in the homeschool world roughly forever at this point and truthfully the most common questions...
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Sep 9, 20254 min read


Tips For Navigating All of the Homeschool Curriculum Options!
So you’ve decided to homeschool! But how? There are so many different curriculums out there and before you ever touch one it's important...
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Sep 7, 20255 min read


Tips for Choosing a History Curriculum You Won’t Regret
We took a spontaneous trip to this museum last week! One of my favorite subjects as a child was history. I was a super serious little...
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Aug 22, 20254 min read


Tips for creating a homeschool schedule or rhythm and a glimpse into our current schedule!
We love a schedule or a rhythm, and today I’m sharing some tips to help you navigate that part of your routine! Hi! I'm Jessie! If you're...
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Aug 6, 20254 min read


Homeschooling Then and Now: Finding Connection in a Disconnected World
The angst started early - Jessie circa 1998-ish Long ago in the 1990s, when I was a homeschooled kid in a tiny town in rural Mississippi,...
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Jul 18, 20254 min read


Homeschool Planning: A Year at a Glance
The first part in a new planning series! So you've decided to homeschool? Welcome! It can be a beautiful life filled with family memories...
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Jun 8, 20255 min read


Tips for raising readers!
We've asked kids and parents alike to come up with these tips for creating a love of reading in your child and in your home. At the end...
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May 15, 20253 min read


Tips for practicing Nature Study, even if you aren't an outdoorsy mom!
Check out this quick guide on how to practice Nature Study in your homeschool, even if you don’t spend much time outside! Nature Study is...
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Mar 7, 20253 min read


Want to homeschool? Here are 10 tips to consider before getting started!
So you want to homeschool? Here are 10 things to consider before you get started! In our homeschool, we play with sticks! Before you...
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Feb 19, 20255 min read


Tips for using scavenger hunts with kids out in nature!
Tips for using a scavenger hunt in nature! Use any scavenger hunt sheet that is available to you! As you are getting ready to play nature...
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Feb 12, 20251 min read


Ten books to read for the Homeschool Parent!
My top 10 picks to read if you are thinking about Homeschooling! You will find an endless supply of books about homeschooling these days....
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Feb 3, 20254 min read


Ten Tips for Surviving the Winter as a Homeschool Parent!
Remember that the winter hits most of us pretty hard. If you are struggling, it’s likely not just you. It’s cold or wet out (or both) and...
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Jan 27, 20253 min read


How to choose a co-op you won't regret!
What is a co-op? How do I pick a good one? Check out these tips!
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Jan 23, 20252 min read
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