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A Homeschool Typing Program Your Kids Will Love

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Today, I am going to be chatting about a homeschool typing program your children and teens will enjoy. But first, do you remember your very first typing class? Mine was in 6th grade and it was on an actual typewriter. Our teacher would take a piece of notebook paper and tape it to the top of…

Make Learning Life Skills Fun In Your Homeschool

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We all knew a kid or two in college who didn’t know how to make a meal, clean a toilet, or do laundry. And I don’t want that for my kiddos! And I know I’m not alone. Today, I’d like to chat about learning life skills. One of the many benefits of homeschooling is the…

Why my Teen Loves this Online College and Career Readiness Course with Mr. D Math

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My teenage son is currently taking an online College and Career Readiness course with Mr. D Math and he’s thoroughly enjoying it. Are you a homeschool parent looking for a way to teach your teen life skills? Would you like to prepare your high schooler for the college admissions process? Would you like your high…

When it Feels Like Worry is Winning

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I often describe my son as a World-Class Worrier. In his eight years on this planet, he has conquered a wealth of worries. Worry is tricky. It ebbs and flows. It changes shape. It pops up, out of nowhere, on a clear blue day. Sometimes, it can feel like worry is winning. When it Feels Like Worry…

Teaching Children About Emotions Through Play {Plus a game tutorial!}

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #InsideOutEmotions #CollectiveBias As a school psychologist and mom to three little people, I think it is extremely important for children to learn to identify, understand, communicate, and manage their emotions. These are important life skills! When Disney’s Inside Out was…

Teaching Kids How to Shower {Yes, this just happened}

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Are you frustrated by stinky kids? Do you feel like your children just stand in the shower and do nothing at all? Are you wondering how to teach kids how to shower? Do you feel that teaching kids how to shower should be more… simple? You are not alone! Teaching Kids How to Shower: This…

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