Homeschooling

If you are considering homeschooling your children, you just so happen to be in one of the best places to do so!  Having homeschooled my children from the get-go, I may have a little bias, but Reno has been an amazing place for my children to learn and grow in …

Yesterday I wrote a letter to Barnes & Noble on my personal blog.  Today I’m writing this one for the Reno Moms Blog, in hopes that the more times this info is published, perhaps Barnes & Noble will feel inclined to do more than a shoulder shrug at this nonsense. …

My oldest three children have hit an age where their sports require evening participation.  While we are homeschoolers and actively seek out day-time classes, sometimes evenings are the only available option, or are the best-fitting option for our overall schedule.  AND, due to swim lessons being a huge priority for …

100 days in public school? Are funds available for homeschoolers? Could our family qualify? However you do the math, School Choice is a controversial and potentially confusing topic. What is commonly referred to as a voucher program or education savings account, can offer public funds to pay for private or …

I enjoy yoga. It has so many benefits and I find it completely relaxing. My little girls like to practice yoga, too. They have little yoga mats and sometimes we can be found chanting “om” and setting intentions for the day before breakfast. Last week I was contacted to see …

In March I posted about some of the many classes, resources, and co ops for homeschoolers here in Reno, Nevada.  Homeschooling is on the rise, and our community is adjusting accordingly with many local businesses offering day-time classes specifically for homeschoolers.  There’s no reason to feel lonely or like you’re …

So you’re thinking about homeschooling… What curriculum do you use?  How do your kids make friends?  How do you ensure that they’re learning everything they need to?  What are the legalities of homeschooling in Nevada?  How much does it cost? There are SO many questions to answer once you decide …

“Mom can I take these three tubs out and make a craft?” “No.”  “Mom, can I bake cookies by myself?” “No.”  “Mom, can I plan a lemonade stand?” “Not today.”  “Mom can we set up the water slide?” “Does it have to be now?” Sometimes “no” is so much easier. …

Math. It doesn’t make me shudder, but if you ask me to do more than calculate 30% off a new blouse or subtract purchases in my checkbook, I may need a piece of paper and pencil. And some assistance from my 6th grader. I’ve always been a voracious reader and …

A HUGE thanks to the homeschooling mommas who promptly helped me identify all of the many great activities/co-ops/etc.!   I’ve written before about why I love homeschooling.  Homeschooling is 2015 is nothing like when we were children.  Gone are the days of the socially awkward stigma attached to the very …