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The anticipation of Christmas morn and the New Year is past us, with all of its unknowns and opportunities. During that time, most children had a school break. In the northern United States, the weather is cold outside. If your family is not flush with cash, most winter sports or exotic vacations can be out of […]
Continue readingOur culture seems to cultivate an entitlement mindset. In the name of equality and fairness, children receive awards for showing up, rather than for the accomplishment. Children are confused by adults that cannot distinguish the difference between equality and fairness. As a result, many feel that whatever someone else has earned they are entitled to, […]
Continue readingHomeschooling moms, have your friends asked, “What about science?” Are you turned off to natural science, because you had distasteful experiences in school? Do you feel intimidated by science? Many people suppose that science can only be taught and learned in the classroom, with textbooks, using expensive equipment, taught by an college trained, and certified licensed science teacher. Nothing […]
Continue readingSummer is here.We have had a crazy spring and now states are beginning to reopen. Many moms are torn about summer due to a third of a school year that has been spent home in shut down. Now summer is upon us and everyone wants to get outside. Many fear the endless summer of 2020 […]
Continue readingRecently, I visited an online Facebook group where this question was asked, “I’m wondering what great books/resources you all have found to help with learning World Geography.“I love geography and have loved it since I was a young child. This love probably comes from traveling across a vast continent in our aqua blue Ford convertible, […]
Continue reading10 Ways to Inspire Your Children to Love LearningOverviewThis handout is in conjunction with a presentation through the: Not Back to School Summit 2018 Online Homeschool Conference hosted by Hecoa.comFind out some simple ways to refresh your child’s desire to learn. By implementing these suggestions, you and your child will be able to progress with […]
Continue readingLiving WritingThis handout is in conjunction with a presentation through the: Not Back to School Summit 2018 Online Homeschool Conference hosted by Hecoa.comDeveloping writing naturally, without workbooks, textbooks, and busywork. Donna Goff The Homeschool Mommy Mentor Sign Up for the Mentoring Our Own Newsletter and to Receive Your Copy of “Living Writing”Enter your name and email […]
Continue readingHomeschooling with a SpineThis handout is in conjunction with a presentation through the: Not Back to School Summit 2018 Online Homeschool Conference hosted by Hecoa.comAn academic “Spine,” is a key to Mastery Learning or Continuous Growth Model, where children fly at their own speed. Donna Goff The Homeschool Mommy Mentor Sign Up for the Mentoring […]
Continue readingLion Tamer in a Three Ring Circus: Managing Home, Home School and Home BusinessThis handout is in conjunction with a presentation through the: Spring Homeschool Bootcamp 2018 Online Homeschool Conference hosted by Hecoa.com Ring One: HomeRing Two: HomeschoolRing Three: Home Business Donna Goff The Homeschool Mommy Mentor Sign Up to Receive Your Free Copy of “Lion Tamer […]
Continue readingHomeschooling on a Shoestring OverviewThis handout is in conjunction with a presentation through the: Spring Homeschool Bootcamp 2018 Online Homeschool Conference hosted by Hecoa.com Preliminary ConsiderationsOrganized StationsAffordable ResourcesSeven Approaches for General Knowledge and Skills Donna Goff The Homeschool Mommy Mentor Sign Up to Receive Your Free Copy of “Homeschooling on a Shoestring”Enter your name and email […]
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