Is morning madness ruining your school days? Homeschooling mom Patricia Purcell has a plan to get you back on track so that your mornings run smoothly.
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Contributing Writers October 20, 2016 6,494 Views
Is morning madness ruining your school days? Homeschooling mom Patricia Purcell has a plan to get you back on track so that your mornings run smoothly.
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Are we too focused on chasing grades? Inspired by one of her own teachers, Patricia Purcell shares several activities that put the fun back into learning.
Read More »Contributing Writers August 23, 2016 7,720 Views
Not everyone knows from the start that they will homeschool. Patricia Purcell offers some thoughts to keep in mind when making this life-changing decision.
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Looking for ideas on how to help children move away from screen time and get moving? Patricia Purcell has tips on showing kids how to really enjoy summer.
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Out of the many options for a family vacation this summer, why choose camping? Patricia Purcell shares why camping is her family’s favorite summer activity.
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Patricia Purcell highlights the invaluable support moms can give each other as they persevere in the rewarding challenge of homeschooling.
Read More »Contributing Writers June 21, 2016 6,997 Views
Behind every successful homeschooling mom, there is a hard-working homeschooling dad. Patricia Purcell reflects on these true and unsung heroes.
Read More »Contributing Writers May 25, 2016 5,268 Views
We know that sickness can be disastrous for a homeschool schedule. Homeschooling mom, Patricia Purcell, shares her strategies to minimize sick day damage.
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Patricia Purcell considers the array of activities available to homeschoolers and encourages families to answer socialization questions with confidence.
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Patricia Purcell discovers that early literacy activities not only prepares kids to be good students but that the simplest projects can be the most special!
Read More »Contributing Writers March 29, 2016 11,210 Views
Patricia Purcell has fun thinking about something homeschool moms don't usually consider: what do do when the kids are gone. Her ideas sound exciting!
Read More »Contributing Writers March 19, 2016 10,757 Views
Patricia Purcell doesn't always 'get' technology in homeschool. But it can be valuable, especially with all of today's options. Here are 6 ways she uses it!
Read More »Contributing Writers March 9, 2016 13,184 Views
Meatless meals are a challenge, especially for a crowd in Lent. Patricia Purcell shares her list of go-to recipes for an easy and palate-pleasing resource!
Read More »Contributing Writers February 13, 2016 5,425 Views
Patricia Purcell has 3 kids, and knows how hard it can get mid-winter. Here are her top 9 ideas to keep kids happy, engaged, and learning!
Read More »Contributing Writers January 17, 2016 7,242 Views
Patricia Purcell knows how hard it is to get kids off junk food. Her 6 tried-and-true ideas bring the family together around fun and nutrition!
Read More »Contributing Writers January 5, 2016 7,888 Views
Patricia Purcell shares her top 7 tricks that she's learned over the years. She is usually able to get enough done to keep it all going for another day!
Read More »Contributing Writers January 2, 2016 7,902 Views
Patricia Purcell is like any other mom; bogged down with chores that impede the more important things. But she's found 6 chores she's grateful for.
Read More »Contributing Writers December 5, 2015 7,592 Views
Patricia Purcell shares her five steps to setting up a book club meeting, and how to inspire kids to join it and enjoy it too!
Read More »Contributing Writers November 30, 2015 8,055 Views
Patricia Purcell shares her 9 best practices to eat healthy for her family, with beginner and advanced tips for keeping it on budget.
Read More »Contributing Writers October 28, 2015 5,460 Views
I don't crochet. As far as I knew at the time, my daughter knew nothing about crocheting. Yet there they were, right in her closet.
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