At the mention of the words, homeschool planning to your palms start to sweat accompanied by a lump in your throat? If that sounds familiar, read on. Homeschool Planning is not for Everyone Don't fall for the planner hype if you are a type-B mom. I say this with all the love I possibly can. It's just not for us.We aren't wired that way. I've had numerous planners over the past 8 years of homeschooling and not one of ... Read the Post...
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Transform Your Valentine’s Crafts into Educational Lessons
Most kids love crafts, but don’t necessarily enjoy “learning.” Instead of trying to fit Valentine’s crafts into your ordinary learning schedule, transform your Valentine’s crafts into educational lessons so your kids won’t even know they are learning. Here are a few ways to do it! Make STEM Bots STEM is a new learning approach that incorporates science, technology, engineering and mathematics into hands-on lessons. ... Read the Post...
3 Ways to Gently Ease back into Homeschooling after the Holidays
Homeschooling after the holidays can sometimes prove challenging. From my experience, this can even be more difficult that transitioning after summer break. During the holidays our kids' senses are highly agitated going from high to low real quick, not to mention they usually don't get adequate sleep. This can be pretty tough to get the ball rolling for both kids and mom. Before you even start you need to give yourself ... Read the Post...
5 New Mom Must-Haves
When I became a new mom almost 13 years ago, I thought I had it all figured out! I truly thought I had to have every device and safety gadget, 10 of every color of onesie, all the cutest baby clothes, 50 bibs and 10,000 newborn size diapers. While it may seem like you go through that many diapers in the newborn stage you would be amazed that really they grow sooooo fast. So make sure you buy a couple sizes up ... Read the Post...
7 Easy Steps for Streamlining Your Day
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Don't feel like you will ever get ahead? Try these 7 steps and begin streamlining your day and begin to take your life back. Some time ago I had 3 kids under 4 and was stuck in the endless cycle of overwhelm. Since then I've learned a few things to streamline my day and win the battle of never getting anything done. Does This Scenario Sound Familiar? You begin your day with good intentions ... Read the Post...
14 Gospel Parenting Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family
Let's face it "real life" parenting is tough and ridiculously frustrating at times. None of us are perfect. We all need the reminder that parenting is less about the "Pinterest perfect looking" family than it is a labor of love and ministering to the heart of our children. Allowing godly character to win over any behavior issue we might see on the surface. We need gospel parenting principles to make it happen. I have ... Read the Post...
It’s Not What You Know, It’s WHO You Know
I recently had a conversation with my husband, he has a construction business and he knows like...um...everyone. He has extensive discounts and favors from what seems like an endless supply of people willing to bend over backward for him. It's amazing to see God's favor on Him. It's WHO You Know But anyway we were talking the other day and he said something that hit me. "It's not what you know, it's who you know". ... Read the Post...
The Secret to Homeschool Math Success
Are you getting settled into your new school routine? Sometimes it takes me a few weeks to feel like I've got the hang of it and that I'm covering all of the subjects and information that I want to in a week. It's usually about a week or two into the school year when it dawns on me that I don't have quite everything I need. I could use a couple extra notebooks, a ruler, or construction paper. This is also the time ... Read the Post...
Homeschool Curriculum Choices for 1st, 3rd & 5th Grade
Drum roll please...Announcing our homeschool curriculum choices for this school year. Yeah, I know it's pretty exciting right! I love reading what other homeschool families are using. It helps me to get ideas for upcoming years. Choosing curriculum is something that I don't take lightly. This year I procrastinated a bit longer than usual though. Cause you know me! I'm a curriculum hop, skip and jumper! We tend to be very ... Read the Post...
Bring History To Life With Family Audio Adventures
Does your family enjoy audiobooks? Are you looking for something to engage your kids with Christian history? Heirloom Audio has released an outstanding collection of audio adventures. They are a perfect blend of history, faith, and adventure. It's really NEXT LEVEL entertainment that is...shh don't tell my kids... also educational. A homeschool mom's dream! Get Your Audio Adventure Set Audio Adventures are the next ... Read the Post...
7 Easy Ways To Overcome The Homeschool Roller Coaster
Hey hey! My name is Amy and I have a homeschool blog over at Busy Boys Brigade. I am beyond thrilled to be sharing my thoughts and feelings over here at Kingdom First Homeschool. Forest is an absolute delight and I am deeply privileged to add my small contribution to her site. Are you a homeschooler? If so, I have a few questions for you: Do you ever feel like you are on a roller coaster ride-in your own ... Read the Post...
15 Crock Pot Meals for Busy Moms
Crock pot meals are my ultimate favorite. I'm a work at home and homeschooling mother of 3 so this mama's busy. I really need something super easy to make for dinner most nights. The worst thing ever is realizing it's 5:00 and I have absolutely nothing planned for dinner. Seriously, I am so type B, I always let this important part of the day slide without a plan. When I hear "mom, what's for dinner?" I feel like a ... Read the Post...
How to Improve Your Child’s Speech Issues, Memory & Focus
When I received Forbrain - Sound for Life LTD's bone conduction headset in the mail I felt, for the first time in a long time, hope. I just knew this was going to be the answer that I had prayed for. I couldn't wait to get started. This headset is used for many many things which we will talk about a bit later in the post, but our primary reason was for speech. Improving my child's speech issues was huge for me. All three ... Read the Post...
Encouragement for the Weary Homeschool Mom
Encouragement? No, I don't need anything. I'm fine. These are some things that I have thought before when I was at my lowest. But, when I drop my guard and open up and listen I always walk away encouraged. I get it! I do. But I promise you that even if you feel as though you have lost all hope and cannot imagine a way out of it. God will make one and actually already has a plan in place to pick you up. Like an ... Read the Post...
44 Amazing Science Kits for Kids
Have you ever tried science kits in your homeschool? I have always wanted to try them but have never quite got around to making it a priority. Well, that is going to be a thing of the past now, I am determined to make Science fun and it is going to be a priority for us this year. Honestly as far as science goes in our homeschool, last year we watched YouTube videos and borrowed books from the library. I followed their ... Read the Post...