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The Importance of Aimless Questions

Posted on 16 November 2011 by Stephanie

I really appreciate the writings of Charlotte Mason.  Her work is not easy to read, and you won’t find any ‘quick answers’ or silver bullets in her writing.  But I have found that I have uncovered so many nuggets of … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Preschoolers Busy and Happy

Posted on 12 October 2011 by Stephanie

Busy preschoolers can present a challenge when you are trying to teach your older children.  The little ones have a lot of energy and they can drain you of your energy quite quickly, while slowing you down as you try to … Continue reading →

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7 Tips for Coping With Negativity

Posted on 22 June 2011 by Stephanie

Have you ever had someone say something rude to you about homeschooling? You are not alone. When you are homeschooling, you are going against the grain.  You are running counter-culture.  So it stands to reason that you will face opposition.  … Continue reading →

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How Do You Keep Your Children Safe Online?

Posted on 8 June 2011 by Stephanie

Facebook for Homeschoolers? Over the Easter holiday break, our youngest daughter, (16 years old) finally joined Facebook.  She had been resisting joining, partly because of all the negative press she had received from her dad and me about it.  And she … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Afraid to Change

Posted on 18 May 2011 by Stephanie

Just thinking some more about the address given at my daughter’s university graduation a fortnight ago, the wise man giving the address told the young graduates that if they find that what they are doing has become so stressful that … Continue reading →

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Are You Focusing On The Right Things in Homeschooling?

Posted on 27 April 2011 by Stephanie

Do you know what is right or important to you in homeschooling your children?  Are you focusing on the right things in your homeschooling and family? When I started homeschooling in England in 1985 there was not much in the … Continue reading →

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