Mary Ellen challenges that while being a fiercely productive homeschool mom is not easy, the rewards are enormous, and if you follow these three simple tips you will see your productivity skyrocket.
Read More »Keep Calm and Be Prepared – A Mother’s Guide to Sick Days
As a young mom, Mary Ellen Barrett was caught off-guard when someone woke in the night sniffling, coughing, or worse, so she made up this shelf of supplies.
Read More »5 Moms Speak on the Future of Homeschooling
What will homeschooling look like tomorrow? Mary Ellen Barrett asked five Seton Magazine contributors for their thoughts on the future of homeschooling.
Read More »Read-Aloud Books – Creating a Legacy of Loving to Learn
Mary Ellen Barrett on instilling a joy of learning in our children and why Seton Home Study School is adding more Read-Aloud books to the Pre-K curriculum.
Read More »5 Ways for Homeschoolers to be Champions at Sports and Fitness
Mary Ellen Barrett may not be a major league enthusiast but recognizes the importance of fitness and students learning cooperation and teamwork in sports.
Read More »Lesson Plan Tips and Tricks: Getting Lessons Done Painlessly
Mary Ellen Barrett has spoken to hundreds of Seton moms and shares their best tips and tricks for using the lesson plans and getting the school work done.
Read More »What’s New at Seton Home Study School
There are many wonderful projects on tap, including more online courses, at Seton Home Study School, all of which we hope you find as exciting as we do.
Read More »5 Ways We Bring Lent Home
by Mary Ellen Barrett | The Lenten season is one which, with a little effort, can be extremely fruitful for the homeschool family. We get a beautiful opportunity to strengthen our spiritual muscles as we journey toward the Risen Christ.
Read More »8 Ideas to Change the Atmosphere & Save the Day
by Mary Ellen Barrett | Ever have one of those days? Everyone woke up on the wrong side of the bed... Here are eight ways to change the game and save the day.
Read More »Teacher Service Day: How I Do It the Homeschool Way!
Mary Ellen Barrett started practicing 'Teacher Service Day' for homeschool moms. It's a 4-step, all-day-Friday process that refreshes home and homeschool.
Read More »Life Gave Me A New Dream: My Autistic Son Ryan Was Worth It All
by Mary Ellen Barrett | I pictured Ryan as a smart, athletic kid who would have lots of friends and find a nice girl. He was diagnosed with autism at 3...
Read More »Boys & Writing: Some Tips to Make It Easier
Mary Ellen Barrett gives some great advice in dealing with frustrations that mothers had with boys & writing. Here are some great ideas to help!
Read More »Pray Your Way Through Your Homeschool Day
by Mary Ellen Barret | When our homeschool lifestyle began, it was easy to let the prayer part of my life fall away since I was too busy to sit quietly.
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