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We love ClearPlay and VidAngel in our house – they’re lifesavers for a lot of titles… I’m looking at you, bikini people in Iron Man… But you know those moments when they just aren’t an option? The Kindles are downloaded… Continue reading 34 Clean Movies the Whole Family Can Watch — No Filter App Required

Does your spouse not want to homeschool, but you do? I’m here to help! Talking points, statistics, socialization research, a one-year trial framework, and honest answers to every fear your spouse might have – all in one free toolkit. Made by a former reluctant spouse who said no first. Download free!

Our homeschool family has hundreds of books across every room – and we were losing track. Here’s how I used AI to build a searchable home library catalog, completely free.

Our family has been filling the house with audiobooks for years — during dishes, puzzles, long drives, and laundry that somehow never ends. This is our real, listened-to-many-times list: fantasy and classics, mystery and faith, little-kid favorites and the ones we all grew into together. Every single one has been played in this house. Some of them more times than I can count.

Yesterday evening my daughter and I were enthralled, watching my phone screen in the living room floor — the big ancient piano looming behind us like a sentinel — watching a rocket climb into a sky that turned the color… Continue reading We’re Going Back to the Moon: An Artemis II Homeschool Unit Study

I joined Dayle Annand on the Homeschool Minnesota Podcast to talk about Journey Through the Classics – a completely free, self-contained high school literature curriculum rooted in Charlotte Mason principles. Come listen!

Take a closer look inside Journeying Through the Classics – a free 700+ page Charlotte Mason high school literature curriculum with living books, art integration, and zero busywork. Here’s exactly what’s inside.

Skip the candy-and-plastic Easter basket this year. Here’s how to build a Charlotte Mason Easter basket full of living books, nature study tools, art supplies, and faith-based treasures your kids will actually use.

A few months ago, I had the loveliest conversation with the team at NxtEra Homeschooling. The episode is called How to Individualize Homeschooling with Jessica Lovett, and it’s a full hour of the kind of talk I wish I could… Continue reading I Was on a Podcast! (And We Talked About the Thing That Changes Everything)

A No-Guilt Guide to Screen Time in Your Homeschool Someone recently asked me if I feel guilty letting my kids use a screen during school time. I had Spotify playing, a graphic I was designing open on my laptop, and… Continue reading Tool or Teaser?

Download “Journeying Through the Classics” — a free 700+ page Charlotte Mason high school literature curriculum with essay writing, spelling and vocabulary lists, grammar lessons, discussion guides, and answer keys.

Download the complete book list for our free 700+ page Charlotte Mason high school literature curriculum. 34 units from The Odyssey to E.B. White – every book available at your library!

Note: This post was a preview of the curriculum before it came out. Now you can get the whole thing for free! Click here to download the entire 700+ curriculum for free! There is a pervasive myth that for a… Continue reading Can You Really Get a Classical Education for Free? (Spoiler: Yes.)

Create a magical Samantha Parkington Valentine’s Day poetry tea time with this complete American Girl inspired guide. Find Edwardian-inspired treats, activities, poetry selections, and historical connections perfect for Charlotte Mason homeschool morning time. Celebrate Samantha’s legacy as Raquel Reyes debuts!

Discover 5 screen-free winter activities for kids using only household items – no shopping trip required! Free printables, salt art, science experiments, and more indoor fun for homeschool families during winter storms.

Router-level internet filtering and movie censoring tools every homeschool family needs. CleanBrowsing, VidAngel, and more – simple protection for even non-techie parents.

Whether you’re restarting homeschool after Christmas, recovering from a family illness, returning from an extended vacation, or simply getting your homeschool momentum back after a busy season, these four easy strategies will help you transition smoothly.

When our Oreo pinecones for a Narnia Christmas dinner turned into a Pinterest disaster, we taught our kids the most valuable lesson: how to pivot. Sometimes the best moments come from the fails.

I have a complicated relationship with meal planning. Some weeks I get super excited, make elaborate lists, and plan the most delicious-sounding meals… only to realize I’m not in the mood to cook them when the time actually comes. I… Continue reading Take Meal Planning off the Menu This Holiday Season

📖 Love book lists? Subscribe to get our complete high school book list (34 classics + 700+ page free curriculum), plus seasonal printables, music playlists, Squishmallow activities, and reading inspiration delivered to your inbox! Get free book lists → There’s… Continue reading Our Favorite Christmas Books for Elementary Readers: Building Joyful Holiday Traditions

Stop carrying Christmas in your head. Get a free gift tracker printable and create space for peace, presence, and joy with your family this season.

Create a Jane Austen themed Christmas stocking with 16 literary gift ideas! Free printable perfect for Pride and Prejudice fans and Regency lovers.

🧙‍♂️ Need help with your schedule? Get our FREE Hobbit & Lord of the Rings themed schedule templates, plus 700+ pages of high school literature curriculum, music playlists, Squishmallow resources, seasonal printables, and weekly homeschool encouragement! When most people hear… Continue reading Finding Freedom in Your Homeschool Schedule

🎁 Love these spring ideas? Subscribe to get more free resources including 700+ pages of high school literature curriculum, Hobbit-themed schedules, music playlists, Squishmallow conversation cards, and seasonal printables delivered to your inbox! Click here to join → “Nothing ever… Continue reading Spring Adventures in Your Homeschool: Joyful Ideas to Bring Nature into Your School Days

💝 Want FREE customizable Squishmallow Valentine’s Cards? Subscribe to get these cards PLUS Squishmallow conversation starters, 700+ pages of high school literature curriculum, Hobbit-themed schedules, music playlists, seasonal printables, and more! Hello, Everyone ~ What a busy couple of months… Continue reading Squishmallows are Perfect for a Valentine’s Day Party!

Hi, there! Yes, I’m alive… It’s been an extremely busy couple of months, whack-a-mole-ing lots of health stuff and other big to-dos. Sorry for being missing in action a bit there. Oh, well – I’m here now! And, now Thanksgiving… Continue reading Creative and Stress-Free Thanksgiving Homeschool Activities for Kids

💛 Need encouragement + practical help? Subscribe to get weekly homeschool support, free curriculum (700+ pages!), schedule templates, seasonal inspiration, and resources that bring joy back to your hardest days! Yes, I need this. → Homeschooling is a beautiful adventure,… Continue reading Homeschooling Through Life’s Storms: Finding Joy in the Journey

🔎A question I get asked a lot in my years as a homeschool coach is, “How do I find a science curriculum with a Christian worldview?” 🔭Parents are also looking for science that is engaging and fun, while at the… Continue reading Science in Your Homeschool: Experiments, Exploration, and Excitement!

Discover the joys of homeschooling through the summer! Learn how to create a relaxed, fun-filled learning environment that fosters connection, creativity, and a love of learning.

In a way, your home environment is just as important as your homeschool curriculum. You’re not going to feel like doing your curriculum to the fullest if your homeschool environment lacks joy. However, doing that takes a lot of work. It doesn’t just happen!