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Learning with Netflix, Amazon, YouTube and More

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With a  DVD player, a smart TV and WiFi in your home the possibilities are almost endless..... continue reading

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Surviving the Homeschool Winter Slump

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Are any of you experiencing the homeschool winter slump right now? The holidays are over, Weather prevents most outdoor activities for many of us. Spring seems so far away. Colds seems to be shared better than anything else in the home. If you are new to homeschooling, don't worry, this is normal. It happens to all of us, whether you have homeschooled for one year or 20+ years

These are just a few of our own ideas and ones we have gathered from other homeschool moms..... continue reading

 

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How to Start Again after the Holidays

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Guest post from Deborah Wueheler and the homeschool Minute newsletter

What is wrong with me? I am definitely not ready to even think about school yet. In fact, I am feeling a little down. My biggest problem: My focus is on me! How I feel. What I need. How I fail. This is the real reason for my blues. I need a change of perspective:... continue reading

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5 Fun Thanksgiving Writing Prompts

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5 Fun Thanksgiving Writing Prompts

IT CAN get pretty hectic around the house in the days leading up to Thanksgiving. Instead of assigning your children their normal writing schoolwork, why not take a little break and let them choose one of these clever creative writing prompts? For added fun, have them read their stories after Thanksgiving dinner!

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7 Weeks of Holiday Giveaways!

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The holiday season is a time for giving! 

Yellow House Book Rental has partnered with some wonderful friends to give you some really awesome prizes for your homeschool, family, and mom!

Each week we will be giving away a Yellow House Book Rental gift card as well a prize from our friends: Music appreciation curriculum, pastel art bundle, Juice Plus nutrition consultation, children gummies and sample packets, Life of Fred bundle, phonics reading book sets, Enrichment Studies gift card, and more!

This way for a chance to WIN!

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