In educating our children, Dom Baker offers us three concrete things that homeschooling parents can do to truly be the foundation of our own families.
Read More »3 Ways Homeschool Husbands and Wives Can Stay Connected
Amy Pawlusiak shows us 3 ways that husbands and wives can accomplish much more when we support each other in our roles as parents of homeschooled children.
Read More »Domestic Sanctification – Lessons from Bl. Anna-Maria Taigi
Dr. Clark introduces Blessed Anna-Maria Taigi, who is a sign of encouragement and a sympathetic heavenly intercessor for wives and homeschooling mothers.
Read More »3 Ways to Share the Gift of Time
by Emily Molitor | When I contemplate generosity in the area of time, I immediately think of people—other human beings—being first in importance.
Read More »Bonding: How to ‘Fireproof’ Your Mental Health
by Emily Molitor | Experiencing my own self-worth through the love and attention of those around me provides mental health and security...
Read More »How St. Joseph Lived the Greatest Calling of Husband and Father
by John Clark | Men in history are often remembered for things like winning a battle, governing a country, composing a symphony, writing a masterpiece, or inventing a life-changing device. Today, the Church honors a man who did none of these.
Read More »4 Simple Words Every Good Husband Needs To Hear
by Abby Sasscer | Our husbands need to hear how much we love and cherish them. Below are simple words we can use to start...
Read More »I Feel Overwhelmed – My Children Neglect Their Studies and Household Responsibilities. Suggestions?
by Dr. Mary Kay Clark | There is something in the air, or should I say in the culture, which encourages an attitude which promotes self at the expense of others.
Read More »Keeping up with My Army Husband: We Homeschool on the Move!
by the McCormick Family | Because my husband, Greg, is in the Army, being a homeschool family significantly reduces the amount of stress we encounter during a move.
Read More »My husband reluctantly agreed to homeschooling our children, but I’m afraid he won’t next year.
by Dr Mary Kay Clark | Try to understand why your husband is opposed, but have a conversation only if it can be without bitterness or argumentation. He may be opposed because he thinks you are not qualified to teach, or because the children are not being “socialized,” or because the children do not have opportunities for sports activities. Whatever the reason, try to become more informed about reasonable answers: you are using an accredited curriculum or you will have the children participate in activities with other homeschooled children.
Read More »What do You Consider the Most Important Subject to Teach Every Day?
by Mary Kay Clark | The most important subject is religion. We are homeschooling because we want to teach Catholic values and the Catholic Faith to our children. Most homeschooling families in this country are Christian families who see that the public schools have completely eliminated religion from their classrooms.
Read More »4 Preparations to Start the School Year
Whether you are just starting to homeschool for the very first time, or are an old hand at it, a new year gives a chance for a fresh start. Although every family is different, and each family must find its own unique way of homeschooling, there are certain preparations which will help almost every family to be more successful.
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