It’s January, when we all look at our lives and try to improve them. To become better people. Or at least to figure out how to keep from running out of...
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Burnout is a thing among homeschool moms. The homeschool lifestyle is one of constantly giving and serving and going and doing, and it can be very hard to make time for...
Overview: Yes, you can engage all ages with read-alouds, and they can be fun for everyone, even the high schooler. Try this strategy and enjoy connecting with stories...
Overview: Personal Bible study can be hard to maintain day after day. Here are doable tips that don’t expect you to spend hours but still give you that injection...
Did y’all know that I work outside the home? Yep, for 20+ hours per week. And then I do this blog/podcast and my Facebook group, send emails, speak at...
Is it really a good idea to go to a homeschool convention? Is it worth it to drive multiple hours if necessary to get to the closest Great Homeschool Convention? Short...
As you anticipate homeschooling high school with your oldest, it’s natural to wonder how you will make it work with all the younger kids that you still have to...
How fun is this? A new podcast has been born! In this very first episode, I introduce myself and my passion for helping moms realize that homeschooling high school is a...
Overview: Go to a Great Homeschool Convention to find out more about homeschooling high school. There will be learning opportunities for both teens AND parents! Note:...
Overview: Teaching from Rest by Sarah Mackenzie is a must-read that not only provides powerful insight about successful homeschooling in general but can be adapted to...
Overview: Attending a Great Homeschool Convention will equip, encourage, and energize homeschool moms. Start now to make plans to go to one! Note: this post was...
I asked a question in my It’s Not that Hard to Homeschool K-8 Facebook group recently: “Do you feel like a success as a homeschool mom? Why or why not...
Do you worry? LOL, that’s like asking if the sky is blue — we all do worry, to some extent. But some of us worry more than others, even though we know that...
Thanks to VIPKID for sponsoring this post! I am sharing my honest thoughts, y’all. I am all about recommending ONLY what I think will help YOU. 🙂 Are you the one...
You just dropped off your baby at college. Yes, you wanted this for them; and yes, it’s a natural part of growing up. But still. Their image got smaller and...
I really HATE Facebook on days like Mother’s Day. All those pictures of beautiful families showing their moms such gushing appreciation with all the flowers and the...
Overview: The seemingly far-reaching ramifications when your homeschooled teen is behind can be very scary. I’m here to reassure you that it will truly all work...
Are you getting frazzled trying to teach all of your children every homeschool day? I’ve been there. Early on in our homeschool career, I realized I could not be...
Dear homeschool mom, are you afraid your homeschooled child is academically behind his/her peers? Or maybe you already “know” he is, and you are thinking...
Are you frazzled and frustrated? Are you feeling behind, not only with your homeschool but in life? I can help. Join me for 31 days, as we look at one practical and...
Hi! I’m glad you’re here!
I’m Ann (aka Annie), a veteran homeschool mom of five. I believe YOU can do this homeschool high school thing!
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Students attend class one day each week and work on their own the rest of the time. Dreaming Spires is a great way to facilitate a love of learning in your child!
