One of the hardest parts of being a homeschool parent is that you have to set your own schedule. If you don’t make the plans, they don’t happen.
Making your own Schedule and Goals
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Following Up on Our Kanban Chore Chart
My family has been using our Kanban chore chart for a few weeks now. I thought it was time to give you all an update on how that is going.
Tips for Homeschooling when you have ADHD
I often talk about homeschooling when the kids have ADHD. But what if you have it? I have some tips.
Organizing Your Kids: Charts that Work
Every year, I start off the year with the goal to be more organized. Now that my kids are older, I want to find methods that also work for them. Learning how to organize themselves and keep up with their work will help them be successful in real life far more than...
Black History Month: Free Lesson
I have a gift for you! In honor of Black History Month, I have put together a lesson plan to teach your child about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.
How to be the Worst Autism Parent
Generally, I love working with autistic children as part of my OT practice. But today, I’m going to tell you about the worst experience I ever had as an OT.
The Fallacy of Subjects
The way we separate topics for teaching to children is just plain dumb. The human brain learns best through play, engagement, and connections.
Adding a Baby To Your Homeschool Family
Yes, you can homeschool your older kids with a baby. But it takes some planning. Here are my tips for how to incorporate your baby into your homeschool life.
Understanding the New CDC Developmental Milestones Checklist
The CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics announced a new set of developmental milestones, the first in 30 years. What do these changes mean for you and your child.
How to be a Happy SAHM
Lately, I've seen quite a few moms online talking about how they don't enjoy staying home to homeschool their children. They are exhausted and unhappy. So, today I want to talk about what has kept me sane over the years when I've been staying home with the kids,...
Lunch Lady Help! Turning Dinner into Lunch You Will Want to Eat!
One of the challenges of staying home with your kids is that you have to keep feeding them. I love food, but even I get burned out on cooking every meal.
10 Things Every Homeschooled Kid is Getting For Christmas
It’s Christmas shopping time! That means it’s time to re-stock the school supplies and pass them off as gifts. Homeschooling families all need to stock up on the same essentials every Christmas.
What is a High School Credit in Homeschooling?
What must you and your student do to count something as a high school credit? Let’s take a look at the most common answers.
Homeschooling for the Holidays
Taking a break from normal routines helps you regroup and re-energize. Make crafts, bake cookies, watch holiday movies and visit family.
Can a Diet Cure Autism or ADHD?
There is no diet that will cure ADHD or autism. However, I do think there is a reason these diets get so much attention, and some of them make some good points.
Puzzles: More than Meets the Eye
As both an OT and a parent, I am a fan of puzzles. Every time you work on a puzzle you are using logic, reasoning, and visual perceptual skills while also using some fine motor skills to put the pieces into place. Here is the progression of puzzle working and how to choose the right one for your child.
Intergenerational Trauma
Trauma can influence the genes of those who experience it, which can lead to anxiety or a tendency towards substance abuse in future generations.
Role Playing Games: When You Don’t Want a Dungeon
Is your child asking to play an RPG (role playing game)? Do you like the idea but aren’t a dungeon master? Trust me, I understand. Role Playing Games can be great to explore story development, character building, and problem solving. But they can can be intimidating to learn. So what games can you play instead?