Homeschool with Moxie
These posts will help give you actionable solutions and ideas for dealing with all the homemaking responsibilities we have as homeschool moms. Definitely check out our chore system and why I don't do laundry (and you shouldn't either). You'll also find posts about crafts, productivity, and finances here.
This is a Christmas Gift Guide for Busy Moms – or What Moms Really Want for Christmas. The tchotchkes are nice, but enough is enough. And if I want a balsam candle, I’ll just buy one. These gifts are some that I might not buy for myself – but if you buy them for me, you’ll be my hero! Here’s the… Read More
One tradition that our family has enjoyed is our Jesus Tree. Some years it’s been simple, with tree branches in a vase by the window. Other years, it’s turned more elaborate. However you choose to do it, creating a Jesus Tree with your children can help make the season of Advent especially worshipful and focused. You can print out free… Read More
Looking for ways to recycle those beautiful wool sweaters? Or maybe you’d like to find ways to use wool sweaters you find at thrift stores? Here is a list of my favorite felted wool sweater crafts. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. I will receive a commission if you purchase from these links. Thank you Wool sweaters… Read More
Remember being young and single? You just needed to worry about yourself. Then you got married and started a family. A few more things on your plate, maybe a house, now a few kids, or possibly a job. All would be well and good (and still insanely busy) if you stopped right there, but then you went and decided to… Read More
We know that repetition aids learning and sometimes you just need to keep track of tasks. Looking for a fun way to track skills practice or chore completion? Here’s a freebie for you >> reward punch cards. You can download several super cute sets of reward punch cards, plus I’ll give you ideas on how to use them with your… Read More
This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. I will receive a commission if you purchase from these links. Thank you. Welcome to the show notes for Episode #3 of the Homeschool with Moxie podcast! As a former classroom teacher, now homeschooling mom of five, I love to equip and encourage other homeschooling families. Stick around to learn how to… Read More
I am a podcast junkie. Listening to podcasts helps me learn and grow while I’m also keeping my hands busy. It’s a win-win. I don’t feel like I’m wasting time while I’m doing mindless tasks. In case you’re interested in some inspiration, here are my top 14 podcasts right now for homeschool mompreneurs. This post contains affiliate links for your… Read More
Are you looking for a simple yet chic fall wreath design that fits well with the fall and Halloween seasons without looking tacky? Then the Nevermore Raven Wreath is for you! This wreath makes use of upcycled and found objects so that having a stylish wreath on your door won’t break the bank. I designed this wreath several years ago… Read More
I have a handy long and narrow closet in my house where I keep out of season coats for the kids and also clothes and shoes that they will grow in to. With four boys in the house, we’ve always relied on hand-me-downs from brother to brother. As I find shoes on sale or like-new ones at the thrift store,… Read More
This summer our vacation was more of an active learning trip than normal. Usually we head to the scenic empty beaches in our favorite neck of the woods: the Bay of Fundy. But this year we traveled to warmer climates south of us and hit Washington, D.C. for 3 days before enjoying an Ocean City beach. Here are the things… Read More
