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I sat down with another homeschool mom who confessed her kids hadn’t gotten any schoolwork done the whole year (it was November), the house was a constant mess, and she had all these homeschool dreams, but she was giving up. She needed help! We can be led by the moment or derailed by the interruptions of our day. It is hard to direct children who want to do their own thing when you are up all night with a sick baby. Yet, you look at rigid moms who run a tight ship and you think, “That’s not me.” Or you...

Your kiddo is about to enter kindergarten! Even though their school will send out a complete list of school supplies to purchase before their first day, there are a few other things you may want to snag ahead of time for your 5-year-old. From adorable and durable lunch boxes and silicone snack bags to cute backpacks and pencil grips for young writers, this list has got all of the essentials that may or may not be on your child's school-provided list. We even found some great reading, writing, and math workbooks so they can practice what they learnt in school,...

How Playing Video Games Saved Us During a Year of Isolation ~ Written by Erin Vincent “Mama, I’m lonely.” Those words seared into my brain. We were only a few months into the pandemic of 2020 when my 13-year-old son uttered them. But what could a mom do to protect the mental well-being of her child when the whole world was shut down and full of fear? Even though I am an introverted homeschool mom to my core, my children thrive on extracurriculars and social interactions. Until this past year, I never put much stock in video games other than...

While school may be out, there are plenty of sports science activities that kids can try at home. After reading the books on this month’s list, try some of these activities (or ones found in the books) or check out the list of resources to learn about drag, body fat, torque, sports medicine, and much more!   Super Gear: Nanotechnology and Sports Team Up by Jennifer Swanson Nanotechnology and sports? Using a fun voice, easily understood analogies, and great graphics, this book explores the molecular properties of nanoparticles and the amazing developments that scientists have made in using harnessing them...

About the BookBook:  Rahab’s CourageAuthor: Naomi CraigGenre: Biblical FictionRelease date: August 17, 2021A scarlet cord tethers one ruined woman to the salvation of mankind.Harboring two fugitives in a city slated for destruction, Rahab has one small chance ofescape. In exchange for their safety, she bargains for her own. Their agreement rewardsher courage, and she flees Jericho and a life of prostitution for a new life among thepeople of Israel. Never again will she have to depend on anyone—especially men.Except Salmah won’t take the hint.High ranking soldier and leader of the tribe of Judah, Salmah is determined not torepeat his parents’...