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My life is all about structure and routine. With three children, working from home and homeschooling at the moment - routine is absolute key. Saying that though, I've always loved a good routine. It keeps me going, keeps me sane and ensures I use all my time wisely.We all wish we were more productive, inspired and motivated don't we? Unfortunately life happens, distractions happen - tiredness happens. I always try to start each day on the right note - get out of bed without hitting snooze, aim to do the more difficult tasks straight away, get the chores out of...

My oldest will be in seventh grade this coming school year, 2020-2021. Here is what I have set aside for his school work: Our family on a recent hike. As you can see, my 7th grader is taller than I. Bible – Junior PowerPoints We also read Young Disciple Magazine for our family devotional.   Language Arts – Wordly Wise 3000, Book 7 (vocabulary); Logic of English Essentials, Level C; Spelling Bee (word list and participation in our “school” level bee at a local homeschool group); Writing with Skill (Book 1); Rod and Staff Grammar; Mensa for Kids Reading List...

After a year like no other, parents everywhere are considering a variety of educational alternatives for their children. At the top of many lists is the option to homeschool. I asked LaNissir James, a homeschooling mom of seven, for her advice to parents at this very unique time. James is also a high school consultant at the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA), which supports homeschooling families. Here’s what she said. The Epoch Times: Please tell us about your homeschooling journey: When did you begin homeschooling your children and what prompted you to do so? LaNissir James: My three daughters...

Our guest post today comes from Joel Baker, the foreign language tutor at Dreaming Spires.Think of a car. If I lift the hood/bonnet* what do I find? Lots of Things: Things that do things that make the car work. You may have noticed already that I am not a mechanic. I have little understanding of those Things and even less interest in them, but I want them to work, because I want to drive the car to places.It is quite possible to drive a car (a bit) without even knowing that there is anything underneath that metal lid at the...

I received a very sweet comment on a blog post on the subject of writing from last February as follows:Hi Mrs. Lewis, do you have any home school tips for a 14-year-old who wants to earn money as a writer? As in how to get from typing at the dining table to a paycheck in the mail. :) I comment on your blog often but always anonymously because of trolls. I respect and admire you very much!Sometimes it's hard to believe I'm a writer. After decades of hoping and submitting and rejection, I can now legitimately make the claim that...