The Heroism of Motherhood
By Gretel Deem
Who was Abigail Becker? Well, because of her heroic efforts one November night in 1854 to rescue several sailors from drowning in Lake Erie, she's
known to history as "the Guardian Angel of Long Point Bay." But to her nine children, Abigail was simply known as Mother. You'll be encouraged
and uplifted as homeschool mom Gretel Deem shares thoughts and insights from Abigail Becker's exciting story!
Testing...Testing...1,2,3
By Karen Lange
Do standardized tests have a place in the homeschool picture? If testing is not required in your state, should you still have your children take
the standardized tests? Find out some of the questions - and answers - surrounding the whole issue of testing our homeschool students as Karen
Lange shares her own journey toward balance in this area.
The Harvest Lasts a Lifetime
By Jonathan Lewis
Is homeschooling worthwhile? Homeschool graduate Jonathan Lewis answers with an emphatic "Yes!" Drawing from his own experience as a homeschool student,
combining it with thoughts from the Bible, and surveying the fruit of homeschooling across the country, Jonathan delivers compelling encouragement for
any homeschool parent!
Blessings for Mom on the Homeschool Journey
By Cindy Puhek
Does homeschooling benefit our children? Absolutely! But have you ever thought about all the blessings for Mom? Homeschool mother Cindy Puhek shares
ways her own life has been enriched by homeschooling her four (soon to be five) children!
What's Next?
By Naomi Musch
What is life like during the final years of homeschooling? And what about life after homeschooling? Naomi Musch shares lessons she's learned by
homeschooling three children through highschool, including how to prepare for the highschool years and how to deal with life after our homeschools
have come to an end. This article is both encouraging and practical - don't miss it!
The Exceeding Riches of His Grace
By Anita Mellott
This one-page article is short and to the point, but shares important Scriptural insights for how we can show God's grace to those around us!
Leaving Traditional College Behind?
By Shawn Cohen & Woody Robertson
What's "accelerated distance learning," and why are homeschoolers so interested by it? This in-depth report will show you how this homeschooling
college revolution can help your kids save tons of time and money!
EXTRA #1: The Lowdown on Diploma Mills
This sidebar provides a
few tips on how to avoid getting duped by a counterfeit university. It's pretty easy to avoid getting taken in if you know what to look for.
EXTRA #2: Credit Without the Classes?
Your student can save time and money by
earning credit by examination - but how do you do that? Find out how in this companion piece to Leaving Traditional College Behind?
EXTRA #3: Top 10 Reasons Why Distance Learning Just Makes Sense!
This one-page list provides ten reasons why your homeschool student may want to consider distance learning as the road to a college degree!
EXTRA #4: Is Distance Learning Right for Everyone?
Accelerated distance learning
has a lot of advantages, but some students may need to follow a more traditional approach to college. The question is, will distance learning work for
you? These simple guidelines may help you decide!
Are We Overprotecting Our Children?
By Rachael Varblow
What's the balance between sheltering our children and allowing them to develop maturity and independence? We want our children to grow into independent,
self-sufficient, and wise adults, but that desire is counterbalanced by the need to protect our children from life's many dangers. How do we achieve
balance? Find out in this insightful article!
Once Upon a Homeschool
By Katharine Trauger
Frail and shy, educated by siblings, astounding organizer, the president's right hand during tragedy...have fun puzzling out the
answer in this continuing series of articles by homeschool mom Katharine Trauger!
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From the Editors:
No Average Homeschool Mom
By the Lewis Family
Is any homeschool mom "average?"
Family Matters:
Teamwork Parenting
By Dr. S.M. Davis
One of the most important parts of raising our children!
Adventures in History:
The Bride of Christ
By Amy Puetz
An exciting look at the first 300 years of Church History.
Inventions that Changed the World:
War of the Currents
By Ray & Gale Lawson
The invention of Alternating Current
Unit Study: The Joys of Bird Watching
By Paula J. Miller
Science, vocabulary, Bible, math, art, writing, and social studies!
Give it a Try:
Salt, Boats, and Submarines
By Melissa Pinkley
Make your own submarine that works!
Beginning Homeschooling:
A Spring Bouquet
By Melanie Hexter
Encouraging words for your strong finish to this school year!
Early Learning:
Building Baby's Brain
By Susan Lemons
Myths vs. facts of early development, plus ways to enrich your baby's development!
Highschool:
Homeschooling High School...at Home
By Kim Lundberg
Does too much of your homeschool take place away from home?
The Underwhelmed Homeschooler:
The Year In Review
By Joanne Calderwood
How we can measure our students' progress!
Management for Life:
Getting Kids to Help with Chores?
By Marcia Washburn
Part 1: Chores for the younger set!
Mom Time with Kari:
Someone's Watching!
By Kari Lewis
"I wanted to see if homeschoolers...ummm...if they...ahh..."
A Closer Look:
Homeschool Resource Reviews
An in-depth look at homeschool resources as reviewed by homeschool parents just like you!
Homeschool Chuckles:
I Escaped!
By Suzanne Broadhurst
A much-needed break...for an EKG?!
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