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How to Get Started Homeschooling

Homeschooling Saints Podcast #208 Today’s guest is Jenny Bales, a leader and consultant in the Catholic homeschooling movement, here to share some practical tips on…

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Bronson Alcott’s Maxims for Education

I had the pleasure of visiting Orchard House, the home of Louisa May Alcott, in Concord, Massachusetts, this summer. While I was there, I saw…

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How to Homeschool with Littles

Ah, the eternal question: how to keep toddlers and preschoolers occupied during the big kids’ school time?  The pious answer? Pray. The humorous answer? Drink. The unhelpful…

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Building Character Through Discernment and Planning of Service and Activities

A very careful examination of what God wants for each child with the talents and gifts given will lead to the proper and moderate amount of academics, sports, activities, and service that will really contribute to the whole family as well as each individual child.

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Eastertide’s Joy and Rest Each Sunday

Easter is the most fabulous feast in the liturgical year, and every Sunday is supposed to be like Easter.

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Keeping Lent with Littles

Lent challenges adults on so many levels—through fasting, prayer, and almsgiving—and especially through cultivating a humble and contrite spirit. But what does that look like when our homes and hearts are occupied with young children?

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Homeschooling Your Child with Special Needs

Homeschooling has become a haven for kids the traditional school system has failed in some way. It’s not that there aren’t some great programs and talented teachers in the system; it’s mostly that the system may not fit your special needs child.

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Homeschooling During Major Transitions

If your family experiences a sudden shift in your circumstances in the midst of a homeschool year, your life together can suddenly become very challenging.

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Discerning Homeschooling in 7 Easy Steps

Thinking about homeschooling? Here are some tips to help you make this important decision.

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Help Making a Schedule

Is making a schedule and keeping it part of your new year’s plans for your homeschool? This podcast from Homeschooling Saints can help you do just that!

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