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No. No. No. No. No. No. I listen to myself throughout the day. I listen to my response to the unending barrage of questions from my children as I’m trying to teach that impossible-to-grasp page of math. Again. You know those questions: Can I go outside? Can we have a snack? Can we color now? [...]
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Welcome to the Hip Homeschool Hop! Let’s take time to make some bloggy homeschool friends today! Looking to meet like-minded Homeschooling Moms? Stop by and browse through our Ultimate Homeschool Blogroll, and add your page if you aren’t already listed there! Now, on to the HOP… Don’t forget to grab the Hip [...]
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Recently, the cover of TIME magazine gained the attention likened to a reality show or the likes of the National Enquirer! You can relax, because I’m not here to discuss the “ins and outs” of whether or not one should breastfeed or for how long. While I, too, have definite opinions about these topics; there [...]
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Is it just me, or do fruits and vegetables seem even more delicious and “in season” during springtime? Perhaps it’s the return combination of warm days and cool evenings, inviting us back outdoors, that’s so positively conducive to enjoying fresh, healthful foods. And yet, while the impact and sensations subside with the season’s passing, I [...]
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Let’s talk about teaching reading today, okay? I’ve homeschooled for eleven years, and in the process have taught five of my seven children how to read. I’ve used countless programs, materials, dvds, and more and still reading and phonics became one of those subjects that in the beginning was exciting but towards the middle became [...]
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There’s a great verse in Hebrews in the Bible that refers to the awesome faith of Abraham. The verse reads, “By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place . . . obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.” Honestly, that is a terrific description of my life, [...]
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It’s Thursday, the day we gather together a collection of homeschool family friendly giveaways! Come browse around or link up with our . . . Giveaway Day! Bloggers & Giveaway Hosts: Come on in and link up those awesome giveaways homeschool moms would love to enter! Homeschool Moms: Have fun entering all the great giveaways [...]
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You know how you read posts filled with scripture, that lift your spirits and make you feel as tho you must strive for more … This is not one of those posts. You know how you read posts that make you feel as tho you will never measure up, that you don’t have it together [...]
[Continue reading...]We’re Hip, We Homeschool….. Now, let’s HOP! Looking for homeschool supplies/books at a great price? Have something you’re not using and would like to sell? Visit our Hip List! Now, on to the HOP… Don’t forget to grab the Hip Homeschool Hop button located at the very bottom of our page! Is this [...]
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I began this year anew. I spent the summer embarking on a new planning method for our year. One where everything was planned out ahead of time over 36 weeks and placed into file folders. As I read about doing this from others who had pioneered it before me, there was one piece of the [...]
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Did you know there is a world of pencil cases? Seriously . . . entire websites dedicated to pencil cases. I was so excited to review this Pencil ‘Roll’ because everything at CoolPencilCase.com is so NEAT. Talk about some perfect stocking stuffers . . . for public schoolers and homeschoolers alike! Hey, even Dad’s desk [...]
[Continue reading...]With the school year coming to a close, I find that I am trying to come up with a stockpile of activities to keep the kids busy when it is rainy or when temperatures are too sweltering to enjoy outdoor fun and games. Crafting projects are fun and are a great way to get everyone [...]
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Have you ever heard of Grapevine Studies? Grapevine offers a truly impressive array of both New and Old Testament Bible studies for age groups all across the spectrum, from Pre-K to adult. Their wonderfully fun and simple approach, ‘Stick Figuring Through The Bible,’ offers a creative and multi-sensory learning experience that gives kids and people [...]
[Continue reading...]Are you hosting a homeschool mom-friendly giveaway? Want a chance to win some fun stuff? Come check out . . . Giveaway Day! Bloggers & Giveaway Hosts: Come on in and link up those awesome giveaways homeschool moms would love to enter! Homeschool Moms: Have fun entering all the great giveaways listed here this week! [...]
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Homeschooling is a tough job! It’s very rewarding and has many benefits, but it’s just not an easy thing to do. I’ve been thinking lately about what makes some families successful at it while others give up or think it’s just “not for them.” While my list is absolutely not comprehensive, here are a few [...]
[Continue reading...]Thank you for visiting this week’s….. Hip Homeschool Hop!! Is your blog listed on the Ultimate Homeschool Blogroll? This fabulous link-up where homeschooling moms connect with one another for encouragement and support is turning one year old tomorrow! That means it’s time to start over with a clean slate. Be on the look [...]
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