The Gap Widens

An infant embodies hope, love, and future, to a loving couple. First moments, first steps, first birthday, and all that followed brought joy to the couple. Love so strong, it was hard to envision that one day the road would diverge. The first day of school consisted of the family dining table, a trip to the zoo, and a mom who doubled as teacher. The bond between child and mom as teacher and student grew like a strong oak. Days were almost magical. Dad walks in to hugs and hellos eager to tell of the day’s adventures. His heart was happy … Continue reading →

App-Schooling: New Tech Trend in Homeschooling

Computers and other forms of technology are no strangers to homeschooling. Homeschool moms learned a long time ago that computers can aid the homeschool experience for both the student and the teacher. If laptops gave our techie homeschool feet than the tablet gave it wings. Homeschool students and moms are finding the value in app-schooling. App-Schooling is when a student uses a tablet and applications to study, reinforce lessons, or house lessons. With tablet in hand, a homeschool student can unlock the door to the world one application at a time. Homeschool moms can record, store, and plan, lessons. Homeschool portfoilos can … Continue reading →

Homeschool Mom Business Profile: Jasmine Mansfield {Lilla Rose}

Meet Jasmine, Lilla Rose consultant and homeschool mom to six children. She has found a way to add to her family’s bottom line while maintaining her homeschool lifestyle. Profile: Lilla Rose has been in the hair goods business since 1992 and has produced some of the loveliest hair products throughout the years.Jasmine recently became a Lilla Rose Independent Consultant to help supplement her husband’s income while staying home with their children.The Flexi Hair-Clip is Lilla Rose’s most unique, comfortable, elegant, and functional hair piece. Yes, it will work in your hair! Holds baby fine and thick hair!You can browse Jasmine’s website and view the style … Continue reading →

Can Your Homeschool Blog Earn Money? {Part 3}

In, Can Your Homeschool Blog Earn Money?, Part 1 and Part 2, I discussed the background information you need before starting a blog that has the potential of earning you a profit. If you missed those two posts, please take time to read them as blogs without a proper foundation do not earn profits. Not all profits can strictly financial but we all want to know now to earn cold hard cash. There is no easy answer but there are avenues you can take to drive your blog to the bank. Here are some of the most popular ways to … Continue reading →

Can Your Homeschool Blog Earn Money? {Part 2}

In part 1 of, Can Your Homeschool Blog Earn Money?, I covered how to create a blog posts that attract readers. Creating good content is the first step to creating a quality blog. I cover this in Blogging Tips and Tricks as well. Today, I want to cover a few more background areas before discussing opportunities, so hang in there. When I say profitable with regards to your homeschool, I do not simply mean financially. Let’s start by exploring what makes a good homeschool blog. The competition is fierce. While you need to be aware of what your competitors are … Continue reading →

Can Your Homeschool Blog Earn Money? {Part 1}

The homeschool cup runneth over with homeschool blogs. Many frazzled homeschool moms and those at a loss for inspiration have found restoration in many of the amazing homeschool blogs on the net today. My experiences blogging about homeschooling has opened up a world that I may have otherwise missed; both as a homeschooling mom and as one who profits from blogging. Many homeschool moms have also discovered this opportunity and desire to learn more about profiting from their blogs. Since most homeschool homes balance on the tip of one income this potential source of support or business is becoming more … Continue reading →

Unschooling or Unparenting?

Extremes always make the news. Sadly, when an extreme becomes a representation of an idea false assumptions and prejudices occur. It happens most often on hot of taboo topics with homeschooling be one of those topics. To non- homeschoolers, homeschooling by itself looks to be an extreme. Often those most vocal about it represent one extreme or another be that religious or unschooling. If one has difficulty wrapping her mind around homeschooling then you can imagine how much more difficult that would be for unschooling. If truth be told, not even many homeschoolers understand unschooling. Unschooling does not represent homeschooling … Continue reading →

Project Treasure: A Cherished Gift

What is Project Treasure? Is a way to add the true meaning and value into gift giving. It is a box filled with love. In raw terms, it is a bamboo box that contains heartfelt sentiments from anyone invited to contribute. For instance, if your homeschooler is graduating, you would ask friends and family to write a letter, note, advice, recipe, or poem, and contribute it to your Project Treasure. The notes are printed on high quality card stock and placed neatly in the bamboo box, then sent to the recipient. It arrives well packaged and ready to express all … Continue reading →

Different Types of Co-ops

Is a homeschool co-op right for you? It is hard to know until you find one in your area and see if it is a good fit. Not every group is a good fit so don’t feel bad or worry that something is wrong with you because you didn’t fit in or enjoy it. Some co-ops have rules that you may not want to follow such as having to teach a course or watching children during an adult meeting. There are different types of co-ops and it will be important to chose the one right for you. Mom Group: A … Continue reading →

Children do not Socialize Children; Adults Socialize Children

I want to do something a bit unusual and share with you a comment that has been going around Facebook the last few days regarding homeschool and socialization. The comment is by a woman named Joy, who did not homeschool, but wanted to share words of encouragement. Her words are so special and uplifting, I think every homeschool parent or parents who are deciding on homeschooling, needs to read. “I have been teaching at the university level for 13 years. During that time, I have worked with many home schooled young people. They have been among my most well-prepared and … Continue reading →