Abby Banks, Author at 4onemore https://www.4onemore.com/author/abbybanks99gmail-com/ Homeschool with Moxie Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:47:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.4onemore.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-Watermark-or-Favicon-Option-1-32x32.jpg Abby Banks, Author at 4onemore https://www.4onemore.com/author/abbybanks99gmail-com/ 32 32 Homeschool Seasons https://www.4onemore.com/11/ https://www.4onemore.com/11/#respond Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:47:05 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=3346 When you’re homeschooling for multiple years (and even decades!), you’ll start to recognize distinct seasons of homeschool life. There are natural times of the year when you’re more motivated along with the kids. Then there are definite seasons when you need a break from the routine. Let’s chat about how to recognize each season and […]

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]]> https://www.4onemore.com/11/feed/ 0 88 things first time homeschool moms need to know https://www.4onemore.com/88-things-first-time-homeschool-moms-need-to-know/ https://www.4onemore.com/88-things-first-time-homeschool-moms-need-to-know/#comments Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:23:02 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=3364 Are you a first-time homeschool mom?  You might think you need to know all about lesson planning, or Charlotte Mason, or unit studies.  Maybe you’re concerned because you don’t have a degree in early childhood education or Calculus.  No fear!  The things you really need to know about homeschooling are these simple, beautiful, and direct […]

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]]> https://www.4onemore.com/88-things-first-time-homeschool-moms-need-to-know/feed/ 4 How to Prevent Homeschool Burnout https://www.4onemore.com/135/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:54:03 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=22045 So many moms suffer from homeschool burnout at some point in the journey – but can we prevent it? Yes! There are signs to look for and also some steps you can take to make sure you’re not in an unhealthy place in your homeschooling. Veteran homeschool mom Heather Bowen joins us to chat about […]

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]]> Can I Really Homeschool High School? https://www.4onemore.com/can-i-really-homeschool-high-school/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:13:19 +0000 http://www.4onemore.com/?p=1889 Maybe you feel like you could never homeschool high school because your oldest is in elementary school and you just can’t imagine it.  But like with parenting, you’ll grow into the role. And even if you’ve never homeschooled before and you’re just starting with a high schooler, there are key tips that will help you. […]

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]]> Be Wild + Free with Ainsley Arment: HWM #86 https://www.4onemore.com/86/ https://www.4onemore.com/86/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:24:52 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=13869 Ainsley Arment is the founder of Wild + Free, an online community of parents focused on providing a quality education at home. This philosophy will be like a breath of fresh air if you’re struggling in your homeschool! Listen in on this conversation with Ainsley or read the transcript below. My posts contain affiliate links. […]

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]]> https://www.4onemore.com/86/feed/ 2 Presidents Day Song + Printable https://www.4onemore.com/presidents-day-song-printable/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:46:32 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=15663 Here’s a simple song and printable to help your kids learn the names of the U.S. Presidents in their proper order. It’s the perfect activity for Presidents Day or a great resource to add to your American history studies. U.S. Presidents Printable When I was in sixth grade, our teacher taught us the names of […]

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]]> Teaching Kids How to Pray Biblically https://www.4onemore.com/how-to-pray/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:38:06 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=32917 Teaching your kids how to pray biblically is an important way to train them up in the Lord. Start with eight types of prayer from Scripture. Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. – Proverbs 22:6, ESV This is a guest […]

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]]> Christmas Homeschool Ideas https://www.4onemore.com/homeschool-ideas-christmas-season/ https://www.4onemore.com/homeschool-ideas-christmas-season/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:28:40 +0000 http://www.4onemore.com/?p=1178 Only a few weeks left until Christmas!  Many of us crave a change in pace in our homeschool days this time of year.  But even if you want to loosen up the normal routine, it is great to find options that keep the kids learning. Check out these Christmas homeschool ideas for fun, creative, and educational […]

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]]> https://www.4onemore.com/homeschool-ideas-christmas-season/feed/ 4 Homeschool Peace Plan: Defining Your Minimum Viable Day https://www.4onemore.com/homeschool-peace-plan-defining-your-minimum-viable-day/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:30:06 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=32808 Some days, homeschooling feels effortless — the lessons flow, the kids are engaged, and you end the day with that rare feeling of we actually did it. And then there are the other days. The ones where everyone’s tired, the plans fall apart, and you wonder if you’re failing at this whole homeschooling thing. Here’s the truth: you’re not […]

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]]> Simple Strategies for Teaching Phonics at Home with Confidence – with Melanie Jeffrey of the Homeschool Phonics Podcast https://www.4onemore.com/homeschool-phonics/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:02:51 +0000 https://www.4onemore.com/?p=32778 Are you wondering if you’re teaching reading the “right” way—or if your child is ready to start learning phonics? You’re not alone! In this episode, reading coach Melanie Jeffrey joins us to bring calm, clarity, and confidence to homeschool moms navigating the early reading years. Simple Strategies for Teaching Phonics at Home with Confidence This is episode […]

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