Just Holding it Together
Michele will be writing about raising a grandchild, homeschooling, and children’s book reviews.
I came across this precious picture book not long ago. And it’s perfect for teaching children to get past their fears. Mindful breathing exercises can not only teach you breath control and how to speak out loud and clearly, it helps calm your nerves. Every teacher and parent should pick up this book.
How Mindful Breathing Gives Kids Courage Read More
Talking with your child about your cancer diagnosis can be difficult. What should you tell them? What do children worry about? Dr. Roochi Arora has released a book, Mommy Gets Cancer that will help open communication with your child about your cancer.
How to Open Communication When Mommy Gets Cancer Read More
Look no further than this touching picture book I Can’t Believe They’re Gone. Winner of the Firebird Book Award in the Children’s Grief Book Category.
Children’s Grief: I Can’t Believe They Are Gone Read More
Mother’s Day. I got really tired of that day. I wouldn’t go to church and I told my mom not to invite me to her church Mother’s Day program. It was all a painful reminder of what I wasn’t.
Mother’s Day Past and Present: A Reflection Read More
Samantha Lisle – Bio
I’m a British teacher with many years of experience inspiring young people with a love for their schoolwork online. The world of online learning is an exciting frontier for educators worldwide. Having taught to literally hundreds of students online after graduating from Oxford University, I know what works and what doesn’t work with this new medium. And now, I’m excited to be working on a Charlotte-Mason-inspired passion project that I really believe in: Living Book Home School.
What’s So Great About The Charlotte Mason Living Book Method? Read More
Two Great, new books your toddler will love in his library PLUS announcement of Mandy’s New book coming out Fall 2023
Fun, New Children’s Picture Books for Mother’s Day Read More
many friends have been raving about a new series called The Chosen. Have you seen it? I have seen it advertised quite a bit and with all my friends raving about it, we decided to take a peak and see what we thought.
What have you Chosen to Watch this Season? Read More
Most traditional education schoolers blindly follow this well-established tradition without questioning why they choose to educate their children in the public school system. – TBC
Why is Homeschooling a Reasonable Choice for Your Family Read More
New Release! Here’s a fun story in picture book form to teach your kids about eating healthy foods and getting exercise.
Review – The Boy Who Burped Read More
Mandy had the privilege of giving an interview about being mom & Stepmom with Stacey Shannon at Families with Grace. Here is some of that interview.
An Experienced Mom & Stepmom Shares Parenting Encouragement Read More