We’ve been thinking about joining Classical Conversations for years, and here’s why we finally took the plunge! I’ve heard other homeschool moms talk about Classical Conversations since we started homeschooling almost ten years ago. Often they’d talk about how much they loved it and how their kids were learning and memorizing so many things … …
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Homeschool socialization has been a hot topic for years. Here’s a look at our reasons why it shouldn’t be. One of the most common comments we homeschoolers hear is, “Yeah, homeschooling sounds good, but what about socialization?” Despite all of the advances in homeschooling over the past two decades, there still seems to be a …
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The most commonly asked question about homeschooling is, “How do you make sure your homeschool kids are getting enough socialization?” Before I go any further, it’s time for a full confession on my part: Years ago, as a senior in college, I was talking with a group of friends after a church activity and the …
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These growth mindset quotes aren’t just great for kids, they’re perfect for your homeschool, too! Teaching kids how to develop a growth mindset has been a hot topic in the field of education for many years now. {{Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that I may make a small commission if …
The last day of homeschooling is almost here – and that means everyone deserves a celebration! Whether you’re taking a full summer break or just a few weeks off to rest and regroup, here are some great ideas to help you make the last day of homeschool extra special for you and your kids! At …
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Hooray! It’s the end of the homeschool year! While you and your kids definitely deserve a celebration at the end of the homeschool year, it’s also a great idea to do these important tasks too. Getting them done now, instead of waiting until summer when things are less busy, will be well worth it! Why? …
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Buying homeschool curriculum can get expensive in a hurry! In fact, buying homeschool curriculum is almost always the most expensive aspect of homeschooling. And of course, if you’re homeschooling multiple kids at once, those expenses multiply even more quickly! That’s why we’ve curated at this list here at The Reluctant Homeschool Mama of 11 great …
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Growth mindset is a huge buzzword in education these days – here’s what you can do to start teaching growth mindset in your homeschool ASAP! Growth mindset is a concept that’s been around for decades, but it really came to prominence with the 2006 publication of Carol Dweck’s book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. …
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