Understanding Autism Autism spectrum disorder impacts a person’s ability to communicate and behave. The spectrum covers a wide range of abilities and behaviors, meaning that…

I’ve been guilty of thinking that classical education is only for those students who are academically inclined, those for whom school isn’t a constant struggle…

Written for “Forgotten Children” Inspired by her own family, Janele Hoerner wrote Jesus Said, “Be Not Afraid!” for the siblings of children with special needs….

Every year on March 21, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, a day “created to celebrate the lives of people with Down syndrome and to…

Homeschool Connections Podcast 271 In this heartfelt and deeply affirming episode, Kaitlin is joined by Ginny Kochis, neurodivergent parent coach, author, and founder of Quirky…

On February 13, 2025, the White House issued an executive order: Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission. While the order does include some…

Episode 216 of Homeschooling Saints Podcast A lot of us homeschool our kids because they’re wired differently. We talk about “neurodiversity” a lot these days,…

If you, your spouse, or your children have (or suspect have) ADHD, you know it can be a challenge. ADHD is Awesome: A Guide to…

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.