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Your Homeschool Questions Answered

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Your Homeschool Questions Answered

The Homeschool Sisters receive so many fantastic questions from listeners. Today, I’m sharing part one of those questions… and our answers! Plus, some helpful links to resources in case you have more questions. Your Homeschool Questions Answered Your homeschool questions answered by The Homeschool Sisters In this episode, the sisters are answering YOUR questions! Cait…

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Strengths and Weaknesses and Homeschooling

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Strengths and Weaknesses and Homeschooling

  Everyone has unique strengths and weaknesses. We all have some things that we are really good at, and some things that at which we fail miserably. This isn’t news. We all know this… and yet, when it comes to homeschooling, we can get caught up in that “grade level” trap.  A Strengths and Weaknesses Approach…

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Winter Homeschool Survival Strategies

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Winter Homeschool Survival Strategies

Today, I’d like to chat about winter homeschool survival strategies. Let’s face it: homeschool has its seasons. And some seasons are harder than others. For me, winter is the most challenging. With less outdoor time, sunshine, and warmth, everyone tends to get a bit crabby. Add to that some winter illnesses and I’ve been known…

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When Your Homeschool Looks Different From Everyone Else’s

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When Your Homeschool Looks Different From Everyone Else’s

When your homeschool looks different from everyone else’s, it can be challenging to stay confident. My homeschool doesn’t look like everyone else’s. And neither does Kara’s. Or Shawna’s. Today, I’m sharing resources for parents of homeschoolers who thrive in an environment that is … well… different. When Your Homeschool Looks Different From Everyone Else’s   Please…

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Surviving the February Slump: Tips and Tricks

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Surviving the February Slump: Tips and Tricks

Today, I’d like to talk about surviving the February Slump. The February Slump is a real thing, and it can put a damper on an otherwise fantastic homeschool year. But, it is possible to avoid that dreaded February Slump with a little bit of planning. Surviving the February Slump: Tips and Tricks The Homeschool Sisters chat…

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The Best Subscriptions for Your Homeschool

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The Best Subscriptions for Your Homeschool

The holiday season is upon us and many are scrambling to find the perfect gifts for loved ones. I don’t know about you guys, but I am dreading more stuff coming into this house. One way to avoid this and improve your homeschool is through fantastic monthly homeschool subscriptions. Today, I am sharing some of our family’s…

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poppies Hi, all! I'm Cait. I'm a school psychologist, wife, mom to three amazing children, writer, bookworm, nature lover, coffee drinker, Chesney fan, board game nerd, and now- suddenly-unexpected homeschooler...and podcaster!
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