I know it’s not quite December…yet. But it’s time to start thinking about your holiday game plan. Why? Because starting now on a few simple things will really help you craft a more meaningful and peaceful holiday season. 3 Things to Do Now to Simplify Your Holidays Make Lists of Gifts & a December Meal…
This post is an excerpt from my newly revised Homeschool Simplicity 101. This guidebook and training can help you work with the Waldorf approach and bring it to life in your home. Here’s what one homeschooling Mom says, “I am loving your planning guidebook! It has given me the freedom to simplify, to make lessons…
The seasons are changing. And the cycle of the year is turning once again. This is a great time to talk about celebrating festivals as a family. Here are some of the questions and comments I get from homeschoolers about Waldorf festivals. How do you celebrate Waldorf festivals? What are your favorite resources for Waldorf…
What exactly is involved in homeschool planning? I suspect many of us have a love/hate relationship with this planning thing. So I wanted to give you some simple homeschool planning tips from one Waldorf homeschooling Mom to another. In my experience, we tend to have the illusion that once we choose our curriculum, we’re done!…
The beginning of summer is so full of hope for fun and relaxation. Seriously, as homeschooling Moms, we are so ready for a break! But the summer can get away from us so quickly. Have you set your summer intentions as a homeschooling Mom yet? We can taste that desire for relaxing in the shade…
Certain times of year can bring overwhelm to homeschoolers. But honestly, overwhelm knows no bounds. Overwhelm can strike at any time. Today, I offer you the overwhelmed Mom’s guide to homeschooling. Perhaps you’re coming off holidays, or transitioning to a new season. Or you have a sense of seemingly endless materials you need to prepare….
Over the past few years, I’ve received lots of questions about Waldorf homeschooling from parents just like you. Perhaps your questions are similar. Here are the top 5 FAQs about Waldorf homeschooling that are sent my way. Top 5 FAQs About Waldorf Homeschooling Which curriculum should I buy? When things seem to be falling apart,…
Honestly, I’m not even sure there is such a thing as finding balance as a homeschooling Mom! Let me just say that balance can be elusive for sure. But in my 28 years of parenting and homeschooling, striving for balance is worth every bit of energy that you give it. AND, you will find that…
April is National Poetry Month. And today, I want to share with you 3 ways to explore poetry as a homeschooling family. This does not have to be complicated. And in fact, it can be quite fun. My own love of poetry started as a young girl when I would read poetry for hours. On…
Main lesson books are where children record their learning. In the Waldorf approach, children create their own book of what they learn during each 3 to 6 week main lesson block. Here is how to make a main lesson book. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. You can read my full disclosure policy…
