I often say this when I come across people who are unfamiliar with home education. The really skeptical ones who think we confine our children to our home all day, every day. Those critics who think, “All children belong in a classroom.” To which I retort, “I disagree, children belong with their ... VIEW POST
Picture Living Book List
One of my close friends recently asked for a living book list for her preschool age child. Which is perfect timing really since I am in the process of putting one together for my youngest. I’ve been researching, asking other seasoned homeschool moms, then previewing them at the library. I’ve come up ... VIEW POST
Our Children Need To Be Taught Emotional Intelligence
Have you ever worked (in any capacity) with another adult and noticed a complete lack of self-control, emotional regulation, or one that is quick to anger? How about an adult person who lacks empathy, self-awareness or motivation? I have, to the extent that regardless of their educational ... VIEW POST
Regretting A Gentle Feast
I know we've all chased a million curriculum rainbows. We search for the pot of gold at the end containing the perfect homeschool program and yet we never seem to be able to find it... Perhaps, you have purchased A Gentle Feast and are now living with regret? I know someone out ... VIEW POST
Dyslexia and Nurturing A Struggling Reader Part 2
This is part two of a segmented series titled, "Dyslexia and Nurturing Your Struggling Reader". To read the first segment of this series start here: Dyslexia and Nurturing Your Struggling Reader Soon thereafter, we decide to go for a hike, when my son said, “Mom, see that tree….it looks like ... VIEW POST
Dyslexia and Nurturing A Struggling Reader Part 1
Hi, I’m Rebecka Certified teacher, administrator, speaker, writer and MOM of THREE BOYS!!! As a former struggling student turned Doctor of Education; I am passionate about every child unlocking his or her highest level of God given potential. Education has been the catalyst for empowering me ... VIEW POST
