Homeschool French with Whistlefritz {a review}

by Meghan // June 13, 2017 // No Comments

We have been enjoying learning French using the Educator’s French Collection by Whistlefritz. Just as my oldest was starting to get very excited about Latin, my son also wanted to learn a new language. So when we were able to review a... Continue reading →

Online Reading and Math with K5 Learning {a review}

by Meghan // June 7, 2017 // No Comments

Reviewing the Online Program by K5 Learning has been a lot of fun for my daughter. We don’t do a lot of work on the computer (if you read my blog, you already know that …), because I just feel like... Continue reading →

Learning Latin with Memoria Press & Prima Latina {a review}

by Meghan // June 5, 2017 // No Comments

I’ve wanted a gentle and simple way to introduce latin in our homeschool, but it wasn’t until having a chance to review Prima Latina Complete Set by Memoria Press that I really became excited about it! We have been using Prima Latina a few... Continue reading →

Thin Stix Tempera Paint Sticks- no mess! {review}

Thin Stix Review & Giveaway! {no mess tempera paint in a stick}

by Meghan // May 24, 2017 // 24 Comments

We have been using and *loving* some new tempera paints from The Pencil Grip, Inc.– their Thin Stix 6pk of Classic Colors. These make the most perfect gifts-from stocking stuffers and birthday bags, to “new mama” gifts for toddler or older siblings... Continue reading →

enjoying the gentleness of charlotte mason education

Enjoying {the gentleness of} a Charlotte Mason Education

by Meghan // April 24, 2017 // No Comments

I have been on a really big Charlotte Mason schooling kick lately. I blame spring; it does this to me! I My kids would rather be outside in nature, reading books and playing in the dirt than inside. And who can... Continue reading →

Creating Your Homeschool Space {modify & adjust}

by Meghan // April 17, 2017 // No Comments

Our dining area probably looks like a mini classroom to some. I often read advice from one homeschooler to another, “you don’t have to do school at home,” and they’re right, NO, you don’t. (actually, I am certain I’ve written that before..)... Continue reading →

Homeschool and Childhood: Am I Doing It Right?

by Meghan // March 26, 2017 // No Comments

Several years back I described our homeschool as a Charlotte Mason/Classical approach. We probably lean more in both of those directions, but I am finding more and more we are very eclectic. We use *everything* to school, focusing on living books... Continue reading →

Dad’s Role in Our Homeschool

by Meghan // March 24, 2017 // No Comments

My husband and I have 4 small children, ages 6.5, 4.5, 2.5, and 8 months. We homeschool (I think that is obvious). As my oldest has grown, and gotten older, our homeschool has changed a lot; from an environment filled with... Continue reading →

Wholesome Chapter Books For Kids {Circle C Series}

by Meghan // March 15, 2017 // 2 Comments

Finding a new book series for my 6.5 year old daughter to read independently has proven to be challenging. We prefer non-twaddle books with sustenance, lessons, and deeper vocabulary than I can usually find in books targeted at most 6... Continue reading →

A New LGD on the Farm {Simple Woman’s Daybook 31}

by Meghan // February 28, 2017 // No Comments

Outside my Window … It is warm, and cloudy. We spent most of the morning outside playing and working with the dogs. I am thinking… I am so thirsty! Where is my water … I am thankful… spring has come... Continue reading →