Offering practical solutions for today's Catholic parent
During my busy days, I don’t have time to put my feet up, much less spend a lot of time devoted to studying my faith. I want to learn more about Catholicism, but reading books isn’t always practical in the day to day. How do I learn and stay informed? By taking advantage of the […]
As I get older, I prefer Christmas gifts that are more practical than frivolous. Take a look at my favorite ideas for practical gifts for a homeschooling mom! Kitchen Tools I’ve mentioned that I don’t cook a lot, but we still need kitchen tools. Brett and I recently decided that our family is getting big […]
In our house, we practice gratitude all year long, not just at Thanksgiving. Encouraging strong bonds between our family members is one of my top priorities as a mom. How do you encourage siblings to love and support each other? In other words, how do you teach them to be kind, and to be friends? […]
In our classical homeschool, you’ll find a lot of flexibility. We use our lesson plans as a jumping off point, taking time to dive in deeper when my kids find a topic that they love. Much to my astonishment, they are fascinated with history. Even my mother in law was surprised when my kids visited […]
Part of the beauty of homeschooling is to have the flexibility to choose a curriculum and materials that suit your family’s needs and desires. One family may place a high value on music and art, while another family chooses technology as a cornerstone in their homeschool. In our family, following a classical curriculum is a […]