Author: Jess

Homeschooling mama to five boys, homesteading and cultivating a home in Wisconsin.
5 tips for teaching kids about elections

Teaching Kids about Elections

As we get into the election season, there’s a lot to navigate with your kids. The commercials, political positions, personal opinions… so how do we talk to our kids about it all, especially when it can feel overwhelming…

Screen Free Activities for Kids
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Screen Free Activities for Kids

The world we live in is so fast-paced and filled with constant distractions, it’s no wonder that when there’s down time, our kids complain “I’m bored!” I’m a firm believer that kids need to experience boredom and need…

Self Cafe for stay at Home Moms

Self Care for Stay at Home Moms

The stereotypical self care for stay at home moms looks like: going out to get a manicure, mom’s night out with the girls, solo shopping trip, etc. None of these things are bad, of course, but when moms…

CYH: Build the Foundation

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CYH: Practical Learning Without a Curriculum

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Solar Eclipse Books and Activities
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Solar Eclipse Books and Activities

If you’re looking for solar eclipse books and activities, plus printables, I’ve got a bunch of good ones for you! I put together a FREE mini-unit on the solar eclipse for you to print, a book list, and…

balancing homeschool styles

Balancing Homeschool Styles

In the homeschooling world, it’s common to find parents who are staunchly in one camp: you’re either pro-curriculum or anti. You’re either only Charlotte Mason or you’re all Classical Education. But here’s the thing that you need to…

CYH: Reading books together as a family

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CYH: Natural Swaps for your Cycle

CYH: Natural Swaps for your Cycle

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CYH: Member Question – Helping a reluctant writer

CYH: Member Question – Helping a reluctant writer

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