Hey, I’m Jen. I’m here to help you discover the joy and freedom of homeschooling. It’s been a journey for me and I’d love to share it with you.
I’m a former public school teacher, turned homeschool mom. I have found joy and freedom in homeschooling and even founded a homeschool co-op that is growing and thriving with two other homeschool mom friends. When I’m not teaching you’ll either find me sitting in the bleachers watching a softball or baseball game, sitting outside on my deck with a cup of coffee, or curled up on the couch with a glass of wine and a book! I also love creating easy-to-use, high-quality content for classrooms and homeschools to bring learning and fun to your students and family! Click below to read about my journey from public school teacher to homeschool co-op founder and homeschool mom - all perfectly laid out by God.
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October 17, 2024
The 2024 election is coming quickly! Are you looking for resources or ideas on how to teach your class or your homeschool kiddos all about the election, the voting process, and the candidates? Here’s an easy to use, no-prep resource that includes all of that plus more.
Here’s to raising up the next generation of well-informed citizens!
Check out my latest homeschool blog posts.
August 12, 2024
My first blog post! Eek! I’m so excited that I’m actually doing this. I’m learning how to build this website all by myself..I’ve never blogged before…so thanks so much for taking a peek! Check out my all-time favorite back to school activity. It can be used in classrooms or homeschools!
August 13, 2024
I was always known as the “art teacher” when I taught 3rd grade in public school even though I viewed myself as being unartistic and uncreative. I can barely even draw a stick person. But check out these awesome art projects my students did where they felt totally successful and proud of their work and they learned a lot about art in the process - no cookie cutter art projects here!
August 14, 2024
Whenever anyone asks me to describe homeschooling, the first word that always comes to mind is “freedom.” Freedom to teach what you want, when you want, how you want, where you want. Freedom to choose the curriculum that best fits my child. And one of the best perks of all - freedom to travel without worrying about missing “school.” School just travels with us. Or school IS travel. I love this post - it brought back so many memories of a recent trip to Greece and Turkey we wouldn’t have been able to take if I had still been teaching in the public school my kids hadn’t been homeschooled. I hope it inspires you if you are thinking about homeschooling!
August 17, 2024
Are you looking for fundraising ideas for your homeschool co-op? Check out this post where I will tell you about two specific fundraisers we have done that were very successful - one raises $10,000 for us every year!
August 16, 2024
Our most recent trip took us on the most wild adventure. An African Safari is truly a trip of a lifetime. This is part one…part two will be all about the Great Migration. That deserves a post all on it’s own!
August 24, 2024
Were you super excited about the idea of homeschooling, but now it’s been a couple days and things aren’t going as planned? You are not alone. Read these 5 tips for encouragement , plus a freebie to help you stay organized.
August 26, 2024
Is cursive handwriting an intentional part of your homeschool schedule? Do you go back and forth wether to teach it or not? Here’s the insider scoop on teaching cursive.
August 28, 2024
Do you feel a calling to start a homeschool co-op? Are you standing on a ledge about to take a leap of faith, but have so many questions about how and where to begin? I was right there - l felt like I was literally jumping off a cliff when I quit a really great public school teaching job to try my hand at homeschooling instead. Here are some step-by-step tips to help you succeed in your journey!
September 1, 2024
A new school year is upon us! This is an exciting time - usually filled with fresh ideas, unboxing new curriculum, meeting new friends at a homeschool co-op, and hopes and dreams for what your kids will learn and experience. Buuutttt then reality hits. It helps to know you are not alone when you struggle with homeschooling. Here are some words of encouragement and two things to never forget on your homeschool journey.
September 6, 2024
Are you struggling with homeschooling? Try this simple solution that solves many common problems parents have with homeschooling.
September 2, 2024
Instead of feeling anxious and not ready for a new year to start at your homeschool co-op, do these two things to ensure your ENTIRE year goes smoothly!
September 10, 2024
Take your homeschooling to a new level. You have the freedom to take your school on the road - whether it’s to the grocery store or to a national park or to a whole different country! We were lucky enough to travel to Tanzania to see the Great Migration in person! I’m excited to share our trip with you. Plus, check out some really cool photos my son took of the wildebeests dramatically jumping into the river.
September 28, 2024
We love incorporating service learning/community service projects into our homeschool co-op. Here’s why it’s important and some of our favorite projects we’ve done over the years if you are looking for some inspiration!
September 16, 2024
Homeschooling teens can be a whole different whirlwind of ups and downs. It can be a beautiful and overwhelming journey at the same time. It is a gift and one we will look back on and cherish so deeply once it is over.
October 1, 2024
Looking for validation or need a little nudge to try homeschooling? Or maybe you’re tired of your friends and family questioning your choice to homeschool. Here’s a list of 15 undebatable reasons (with explanations and sources) why homeschooling is a GREAT choice!
September 21, 2024
Here’s a fun and simple way we teach so many life skills we want our kids to learn at our homeschool co-op.
October 7, 2024
Halloween is an exciting time of year filled with fun, creativity, games, amazing costumes, and plenty of treats! But do you feel like you do the same things every year for your party? Here are some fresh ideas for your classroom or homeschool co-op party that you probably haven’t thought of that your kids are gonna love!
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I love spending my time at our homeschool co-op with my son and all the other kids. We’re like one big family! Being a teacher has made me realize how unique and special each student is and creating products that help kids grow and thrive is so fun for me! Learning should be joyful and there is nothing better than learning right alongside your kid!
I hope this homeschool blog inspires you, encourages you, and helps you provide your child a homegrown education.
Let’s get growing!
Here’s a free First Day of Homeschool Interview to help you get started.
