One of the most foundational decisions you’ll make as a homeschool parent is how you’ll teach your children. Your chosen teaching style helps shape everything—from your daily rhythm and curriculum choices to how your children engage with learning. Some families prefer a highly structured, traditional approach, while others thrive in a flexible, child-led environment. Knowing […]
As another school year comes to a close, visions of sunny summer days at the pool or beach, vacations to relax and refresh, and even carefree days with nothing to do but watch the kids run through the sprinklers and eat popsicles—dance in our heads! I have a few ideas for areas in our homes […]
Who Was Saint Patrick? When we think of Saint Patrick’s Day, many of us think of green outfits, leprechauns, and shamrocks, but the true story of Saint Patrick goes far beyond these symbols of luck and fun. Saint Patrick helped shape the Christian faith in Ireland and laid the foundation for the spread of Christianity […]
As Christian homeschool educators, we have a profound responsibility to guide our children not just academically, but spiritually. In a world where truth is often seen as relative and constantly changing, it is crucial to anchor our teaching in the unchanging truth of God’s Word. Jesus declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the […]
Summer is upon us, the curriculum has been stored, the swimsuits have come out of hiding, and perhaps you’re anticipating some travel and vacationing! If so, I have a tip to make clothes-packing simpler: enter the packing cubes! If you haven’t tried packing cubes before, I highly recommend them. As a mom who values simplicity, […]
Everyone loves a good list of things to get rid of… oh just me? Well, I love a good list of things to simplify and remove in order to have some breathing room in my spaces. I’ve done this in our home, becoming somewhat of a minimalist. That may or may not be your thing, but I […]
Laundry. I may be one of the lonely few who enjoy laundry (kind of), but it may be because of the simple systems we’ve implemented to stay on top of laundry with our family of six. Maybe a strategy or two will resonate with you also. Declutter This is a crucial first step. If you […]
As a long time homeschooler with 20+ years of experience teaching kids with dyslexia, here are 10 truths I want you to be aware of...
Happy Fall! We’re still early in a new school year. Let’s chat about coaching your children to build healthy life habits. This will bless both your children and your homeschooling! Go ahead and pick one habit that you want to pass on to your child. It can be anything: kitchen chores, math facts, making one’s […]
Five Characteristics of Biblical Discipline The Necessity of Discipline To deter destruction (Heb. 12:4) – Discipline is discipleship! The Means of Discipline: Actions and words (Heb. 12:5) The Motive in Discipline: To express love (Heb.12 :6-8) The Goal of Discipline: To teach obedience (Heb. 12:9) The Result of Discipline Short term pain= Long term gain! […]
CHEA does not support the Educational Savings Account Initiative as put forth by California School Choice due to the threat it poses to private homeschooling freedoms. CHEA is aware of the Educational Savings Account Ballot Initiative currently circulating petitions. In keeping with our mission to promote private Christian home education and to protect parents’ rights […]
There are three seasons of homeschooling for each child. The earliest season is when your child begins kindergarten and ends their fifth grade. Next, there is the middle school season where your child may be gifted and is zooming ahead in some or all areas, or your child may be a late bloomer and needs […]
When my son Jack was seventeen, he found himself in a job he loved. But although he was doing something he was gifted at and something that interested him immensely, it was hard. He was the youngest person on the team and sometimes was not listened to. He was the least experienced at work. It […]
There is also an AMAZING podcast called “read aloud revival” by Sarah McKenzie. She is a Christian homeschool mama and an incredible resource! And these are a few things I’ve learned: Have snacks. Haha! They will sit longer with food present. Most of the time they won’t just sit quietly. My son is 5 and […]
If parents want to provide the best form of education to their children, they must research the educational findings toward that end. To do otherwise would be like showing up with a tennis racket to be on the swim team. But, of course, the beautifully crafted tennis racket would not be sufficient to participate on […]
I am marinating in the Book of James. WOW it’s a book of deep challenges and pure Ethics of Christianity. James issues instructions more profusely than any other writer. In the short space of 108 verses there are 54 commands, imperative forms (not suggestions beloved brothers and sisters) Family Challenge: Go on a “Command Hunt” […]
