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Copywork Using Great Literature Broadens Minds
I love using copywork in our classroom because it’s such a powerful teaching tool. I’ve found it has numerous benefits that reach far beyond just learning to write neatly. Today I'm going to share some tips for copywork using great literature. (To learn more about copywork read What is Copywork? And why it’s the missing piece in your homeschool day!) One of the great things about copywork is how it lends itself to broadening a child’s world. Through copywork, beautiful works of literature are available to a child in a way that’s more easily consumed and understood. It’s one thing for a child to sit down and ...Read More
7 Things Your Teen Needs to Know About God
My oldest daughter is almost fifteen. I'm not sure how that's possible since I would've sworn she was a newborn in my arms just last month. But alas, one look in the mirror at my own reflection confirms that time has indeed passed and we are both getting older. There are things I know my teen needs to know about God before it's time to launch her into the world. As I ponder how to make the most of these last couple of years with her at home, I've been wondering: What conversations do I need to have with her? What truths are more important than any other to relate? What lessons are the most crucial to ...Read More
Foods 
23 DIY Projects for Your Garden
Gardening is like any other hobby or life skill, it can get expensive as you buy equipment and tools. To help your garden budget, I've assembled some great DIY projects for gardeners who are willing to put some time out to save some money. Some of these projects can be made with reclaimed lumber (check Craigslist) or other items you may have around already. Others will require you to pick up some supplies. How you prioritize your DIY projects is up to you, but I do hope you find at least one that will make your gardening life a little easier. ...Read More
Pregnant without Health Insurance: How I Saved Thousands
"Fill out these forms and I'll need your drivers license and health insurance cards." I told the receptionist, "I don't have health insurance"—and noticed her raised eyebrows. But I quickly followed up with, "But I am part of a health sharing plan, so the bills won't be a problem." She looked skeptical, but nodded. Through my pregnancy, every time I had to tell someone I didn't have health insurance, I was a little worried at what they'd say...what they'd think. It was my first pregnancy with no health insurance, and truth be told, I was also a little worried about the bills. At first. While we'd had ...Read More
