Elementary
Homeschooling: the numbers are in our favor
August 16, 2013
I'm not saying homeschooling is better, though I am unapologetically biased in that direction. What I am saying is that we all need to chill a bit about the outcomes.
Choosing a Family Activity over Team Sports
May 29, 2013
Contrary to popular culture, team sports are not necessary to raise active, healthy children. Active and healthy parents raise active and healthy children. Team sports are one way to do this, but not the only way.
Arrival of the Purple Finch
May 8, 2013
The most recent arrival to the feeder is the Purple Finch. This spring is the first time we've seen a purple finch; and we're all in love with the rich red of the males.
Saturday Swimming
April 27, 2013
It all started in January with our weekly French lessons. Céline and I left the house every Saturday afternoon, driving to a nearby community where our course was offered.
Afternoon School ~ A spring schedule
April 24, 2013
Last month I introduced a change that I've never tried before - afternoon school.
Herb Fairies
March 15, 2013
When I wrote about our kids' current elementary homeschool curriculum I mentioned the fantastic program called Herb Fairies that Brienne is using for her science studies. (This is not a science "program" but it fits the bill in our house for exploring nature during the elementary years.)
Homeschool Writing with Patricia Zaballos
March 11, 2013
Writing is a "subject" that stresses out many homeschool parents and kids. I get a lot of questions on the blog and in coaching sessions about writing, usually along these lines, "My kids' don't like to write. What do I do?"
