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.
What about gaps in my child’s learning? Are my kids doing enough? Do I have to follow the public school schedule? New homeschool parents have so many legitimate questions! And sometimes it’s hard for new homeschool parents to find peace in their choices. In the middle of a rough homeschool day or rough season, wouldn’t it be nice to sit… Read More
Some of you may be homeschooling a child with dyslexia. I’ve been there! The “experts” in the school system may try to tell you that you are not qualified to teach your child with dyslexia. But that’s just false. A well-equipped and knowledgeable parent can do a far better job one on one with their child than a teacher at… Read More
There are dozens of reasons why families choose to homeschool. Here’s our story. My husband and I have a range of schooling backgrounds, which includes private school, homeschool, and public school. I enjoyed several years as a middle school social studies teacher in the public schools before becoming a mom. I really missed my job when I left! I had every intention of… Read More
So, what about homeschool socialization? If you’ve been a homeschool family for more than 5 minutes, you’ve likely heard this jab from a well-meaning friend or family member. But the truth is that this is not an issue for most homeschooled kids! My posts contains affiliate links for your convenience. Does homeschooling affect socialization? The data and statistics tell us… Read More
Does your homeschool day need a better start? Wondering how to homeschool multiple ages with less stress? You need a morning time routine. My posts contains affiliate links. Homeschool Morning Time Routine What is a homeschool morning time and should you use it? When should you do morning time? Morning time floats around the homeschool world with words like morning… Read More
One of the biggest questions in the homeschool community is how to homeschool multiple ages without losing your mind! Really, how does it look on a day to day basis with several kids at different grade levels and multiple subjects? Is there a way to simplify the homeschool day so that everyone gets the help they need? How can a… Read More
Do you have a teen entrepreneur? Do you have teenagers in your home who would love to create income streams of their own? Rather than working for a boss, would they like to be their own boss? Then I’ve got some great ideas and resources to check out. Plus, listen in on some podcast episodes with a high school teen entrepreneur. Why… 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
Whether you’re just considering homeschooling or you’ve been doing it for the last 20 years, there are always lessons to be learned from homeschool conferences. This post contains affiliate links. The BEST thing you can do for your homeschool is attend a homeschool conference. The encouragement and practical help are vital to your professional development as a homeschool mom. Here… Read More
An open letter to moms everywhere about homeschool burnout. Dear Homeschool Mom, You Don’t Have to do it all. The pressure to do it all – to be the “perfect” homeschool family with well-rounded kids in 7 different activities each – can leave a nagging feeling looming over your days. But I’m here to remind you that you don’t have to… Read More
