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Homeschooling First Grade & Preschool While Working Full-Time
How to homeschool first grade and preschool while working full-time. Get our real-life schedule, curriculum picks, and tips to avoid burnout.
How Long Does It Take to Be Homeschooled? Age-by-Age Time Guide for Parents
How long to homeschool kindergarten daily? What about all of the other grades? Research shows 20-30 minutes per grade is enough! Get homeschool time by age + sample schedules for busy families
5 Activities to Keep Kids Engaged and Learning During Your Work Calls
Stop the "I'm bored" cycle! These 5 screen-free activities are perfect for working parents and homeschool families. Build real skills like critical thinking and problem-solving while keeping kids 6-12 engaged for 45+ minutes. Includes everything you need for grab-and-go learning success.
Why This Homeschool Year Will Be Different
Make homeschooling finally work this fall. How to setup a secular, sustainable homeschool plan that fits real life. Yes, even and especially with a full-time job.
How to Homeschool While Working Full Time: A Data‑Driven Strategy
Discover a research-backed, working-parent homeschool system that delivers better results in just 2–6 hrs/week. Learn strategies, routines, and tools custom-built for families with jobs.
Back to School (But Make It Homeschool): Part 1 Socialization in Homeschool
Worried your homeschooled child won’t be socialized? Here’s how homeschool kids actually thrive in friendships while homeschooling and what makes the difference.
Kindergarten Homeschool Planner That Actually Works
I tried 12+ kindergarten homeschool planners before creating this one! Includes meal planning, memory keeping, and flexible scheduling for real homeschool life. Get the printable planner that captures learning AND memories. Download instantly!
Creating Self-Motivation in Adults and Children
Discover research-backed strategies to help your child build intrinsic motivation this school year
What to Teach Your Kids This Summer to Build Real Confidence
7 practical life skills you can work on this summer to build your child's confidence, problem-solving abilities, and real-world readiness this summer
Building Critical Thinking Skills in the Age of AI
How to raise problem-solving kids who think independently. Learn how 'productive struggle' builds problem-solving skills that prepare children for the future. Includes practical strategies and book lists by age.
Raising Thinkers: How to Help Kids Solve Problems, Not Just Follow Directions
Thinking about preparing your child for an AI world? These 7 research-backed skills matter more than coding, and you can teach them in your backyard today.
10 Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids 2025
End summer boredom with 10 engaging screen-free activities that build real-world skills. Perfect for busy parents seeking educational fun without tablets or TV. Research-backed ideas for ages 3-12
Creating Connection First Thing in the Morning for a Great Day
Discover simple morning rituals that create connection in families. Research-backed ideas for busy working parents juggling multiple ages. Free printable included!
Outdoor Storytelling: Connect and Build Little Brains
Discover why outdoor storytelling is the perfect summer family activity! Research shows it boosts children's language skills, creativity, and family bonding. Get starter scripts and setup tips for this zero-prep tradition that creates magical memories.
Summer Essentials: The Only Materials You Need for Waldorf-Inspired Summer Learning
Discover 5 simple Waldorf materials that create magical summer learning at home. No expensive camps needed - just watercolors, books, and natural play!
End-of-Year Homeschool Assessments: A Coffee Chat About Keeping Your Sanity
Turn stressful homeschool evaluations into meaningful moments. Research-backed tips for assessments that celebrate growth, not just check boxes.
The Perfect Summer Schedule for Elementary and Preschool Aged Children
Ditch the overscheduled summer stress! Discover how to create a science-backed gentle rhythm that gives kids independence and lets moms breathe again.