When we went shopping for back-to-school supplies, my daughter made an observation. The bulk school supplies are (and I quote), “Sad and boring.” She’s kind of right. Bulk = good for schooling five children, but it lacks the beautiful designs that kids are attracted to. Plus, if they all look the same, that’s bad. You […]
Homeschool to Public School: Is There Ever a Good Time?
Switching from Homeschool to Public School Just as people have many reasons for homeschooling their children, they also have many reasons for putting them back in public school. Many people feel it is best to keep the children home when they are young because the parents feel more confident teaching the elementary curriculum. When the […]
Learning From 5-Year-Olds: How to Ask Why
Over this past summer, my 5-year-old grandson spent a week with us. It has been a while since I’ve had a 5-year-old around, and I appreciate the things I learned from him that week. I love the way 5-year-olds question everything around them. How else are they to learn about their world? As I pondered […]
