Homeschool with Moxie
Sometimes you don't need another post about curriculum or schedules. You just need to know that you're not alone and that someone else "gets it." That's what these posts are all about - homeschool encouragement.
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 how to be most effective… Read More
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 truths. This is the list… Read More
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. Because you CAN do it…. Read More
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 post from Danika Cooley. One… Read More
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 failing — you just need… Read More
Schedules are for traditional schools. If you’re trying to keep schedules in your homeschool and feeling frazzled as you do it, you might be making homeschool harder than it needs to be. What you need are homeschool routines. My posts include affiliate links. What are homeschool routines? Here’s the difference. Schedules look like this: Routines look like this: Routines are… Read More
Homeschool overwhelm and burnout tend to hit us all at some point. “I’m so busy!” “How will I ever be able to get it all done?” Have you ever felt this way? Are you dealing with homeschool overwhelm? You’re not alone. It happens to us all. What can you do to remedy this feeling of being overwhelmed? Let’s talk strategy… Read More
How to raise self-motivated homeschoolers is a question I hear often—especially from parents who feel like they’re doing all the heavy lifting. I get it. I’ve been there too. Recently, a mom stopped me after my high school workshop and asked what I meant by “raising kids who know how to learn.” It’s a journey—from hands-on teaching to stepping back as a mentor—and… Read More
Choosing the best homeschooling approach for neurodivergent kids can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Every child learns differently, and for those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other neurodivergent traits, a flexible and personalized education can make all the difference. Homeschooling offers the unique opportunity to tailor learning environments, schedules, and teaching methods to suit your child’s strengths… Read More
I’ve had many conversations with moms about the proper balance of using technology in homeschool. We know technology can enhance the learning environment, but how? These podcast episodes will answer your questions! My posts contains affiliate links. Technology in homeschool is a great asset. But it can also be overwhelming or at times confusing as to the best balance for… Read More
