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Homeschooling 2010

8.30.10
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I’m inherently an unschooler, and feel completely confident in that philosophy. But my recent exposure to some wonderful books and programs and inspiring friends has lit a fire in me. Additionally, my son has asked me to do more “school” with him. (Excuse me while I pause and revel in the fact that I’m raising a child who loves to learn…)

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My Week In Review

4.4.10
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Last week was full of fun. The week went from cold, windy, rain to warmth and sunshine, while we enjoyed family, friends, field trips, and shopping.

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My Son, the Movie-Maker

3.10.10

This week my son jumped over another hurdle in our homeschooling journey: The Presentation.

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Learning Through Living

2.3.10
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I think homeschooling parents are much more active than other parents in seeking out these unique activities. We can’t rely on a school for field trips and assemblies – we need to create these opportunities.

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Routine and Responsibility: Musings

1.23.10
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While I know where I stand on my schooling philosophy, the “responsibility and routine” theme of our conversation kept haunting me. My kids have responsibilities (that don’t involve specific schoolwork), but they don’t have a routine.

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What I Learned From Preschool

6.23.09

Preschool was fun. Playtime, with some education and social etiquette thrown in. It was a good experience for our whole family and it actually taught me to more fully embrace homeschooling. I learned that, as much as I yearn for more “me” time, I like being with my kids and sharing their learning and growing process.

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