Monthly Archives Sep 2013

Her high school education will be her own

Her high school education will be her own

My desire to keep Céline's story her own is partly philosophical, but wholly pragmatic also.

A new camera (shifting the focus)

A new camera (shifting the focus)

I got a new camera this week. I have no time for camera talk right now, only time to share a few fall photos.

Transition to Scholar with Project-Based Learning ~ Hello High School

Transition to Scholar with Project-Based Learning ~ Hello High School

Our objective is that our young adult children will take responsibility for their education in their scholar years. It's what we've been working towards all these years.

Our Homeschool Methods

Our Homeschool Methods

As a parent, teacher, mentor, and facilitator I motivate and inspire interest in our curriculum largely through the methods I choose.

Good morning Autumn

Good morning Autumn

I'm so happy you're here, officially.

Creating a Collaborative Learning Environment

Creating a Collaborative Learning Environment

Why do we push our learners instead of partnering with them?

It's just that time of year

It's just that time of year

I wouldn't rid my heart of my memories, so I must accept their recollection with the dull ache that sometimes accompanies remembering a time now past.

A Middle Years Curriculum (with Canadian studies focus)

A Middle Years Curriculum (with Canadian studies focus)

The overarching course of study for our "middlers" is a continuation of late elementary with a few more lessons, deeper studies, and in-depth projects.

Instagram and Interest-led learning

Instagram and Interest-led learning

People, including children, learn what they "need to know" by doing things that interest and inspire them.

Is a preschool curriculum necessary?

Is a preschool curriculum necessary?

A preschool curriculum that builds a foundation for a lifetime of learning is not complicated.

Intentional living doesn't land in your lap (or so I say when I'm tired)

Intentional living doesn't land in your lap (or so I say when I'm tired)

Work is work no matter how you slice and dice it. You may be passionate about the outcome, it may be an expression of your values, but it's still work.

Making peace with my personality ~ Workin' for the man

Making peace with my personality ~ Workin' for the man

I didn't need to go looking for meaningful work online, cruising the mommy/writer blogs looking for success stories and paths to follow. The opportunity was right in front of me.