Homeschool with Moxie
These posts will help give you actionable solutions and ideas for dealing with all the homemaking responsibilities we have as homeschool moms. Definitely check out our chore system and why I don't do laundry (and you shouldn't either). You'll also find posts about crafts, productivity, and finances here.
Schedules are for traditional schools. If you’re trying to keep schedules in your homeschool and feeling frazzled as you do it, you might be making homeschool harder than it needs to be. What you need are homeschool routines. What are homeschool routines? Here’s the difference. Schedules look like this: Routines look like this: Routines are flexible, while schedules are rigid…. Read More
Looking for a fun and creative way to upcycle old wool sweaters while spending quality time with your kids? Crafting with felted sweaters is the perfect activity for families! With just a little effort, you can transform those worn or shrunken sweaters into colorful, soft materials that are perfect for kid-friendly projects like hot pads, pillows, or cup cozies. Not… Read More
“How do you do it all?” Has that question been asked of you before? Truth Bomb: You can’t do it all. Most of the people that seem to do it all with grace are actually embracing planned neglect. Say what? Isn’t neglect a dirty word with a negative connotation? Aren’t we supposed to be Superwoman? If you’re overwhelmed with life,… Read More
In today’s ever-evolving landscape of education, many parents are exploring the possibility of homeschooling as a way to take charge of their children’s learning journey. Jamie Erickson, a seasoned homeschool mom and author of Homeschool Bravely, offers a guiding light for those navigating this path. In her book, Jamie provides not only practical advice but also encouragement for parents who… Read More
Should your teen get a job? One of the best things we’ve done with our teens is require them to get a job. Here are the benefits of teenagers getting part-time jobs. My posts include affiliate links. Now that we’ve had almost a decade of parenting teens and our oldest four have successfully worked during their teen years, we have… Read More
Are you a homeschool mom who’s been looking for ways to help the family by bringing in a side income? Do you see the potential in ugly houses? Listen in on this fun chat with homeschool mom Amy Snyder as she tells us all about house flipping while homeschooling! My posts contain affiliate links. What is house flipping? House flipping… Read More
Tired of the constant battle against clutter while trying to manage the chaos of homeschool life? I get it. In this Homeschool with Moxie Podcast episode, we’re cutting through the fluff and diving into some practical decluttering tips for those of us who are knee-deep in the daily grind. No frills, just straightforward advice to help you reclaim your space… Read More
Homeschool moms have a lot on their plates. Not only do we need to homeschool the kids, but they need to eat! They need clean clothes. And when you homeschool at home, there’s bound to be messes. And many homeschool moms can feel frazzled trying to do it all. So today we’re tackling a reader question from Rebecca asking for… Read More
Are you a busy homeschool mom trying to manage your household on a budget? Raise your hand if you’d love to save money on groceries? This episode of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast is for YOU! I’m thrilled to have my friend, Karen Morris, back for another chat full of actionable strategies. My posts contain affiliate links. In this time… Read More
If you want to know the most powerful little word in homeschooling, it would be consistency! In fact, even in our parenting (and personal habits and discipline), being consistent makes all the difference, does it not? So here’s why you shouldn’t underestimate the power of consistency in homeschooling. My posts contain affiliate links. You can’t control everything, but as the… Read More
