People often ask how we do chores in our family. This article is just me writing down all the questions I usually am asked and all the answers I usually give. How we do things is not the “RIGHT” way, it’s simply what works for...
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What started out as a day to remember a dear Christian brother named Valentine has morphed into a celebration of romantic love. Both are wonderful things to celebrate. I look
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Tuskegee Institute was founded on July 4, 1881 in Macon County, Alabama. Founded as a Christian college for freed slaves to receive an advanced education, The students built the first buildings by hand. An elite group of black aviators was...
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There is so much sadness related to slavery and the Civil War, but there is one bright spot! The Underground Railroad where men and women risked their lives to get to freedom. And don’t forget the heroes who risked their lives to get these...
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We’ve all heard, “Brush your teeth before you go to bed,” “Floss your teeth,” and “Avoid sugar.” Healthy teeth habits can affect your overall health and save your family money on dental bills.
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What’s the big deal about archaeology? Well, it shapes so much of what we know about Ancient History and Ancient Peoples.
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Over the years of homeschooling, we have discovered all kinds of products, maps, and books that have enriched our world geography studies. We have gathered our favorites and created our own collection of excellent and inspiring geography...
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This is our fourth year enjoying SchoolhouseTeachers.com’s Ultimate PreK-12 Annual Membership. So much more than homeschooling online, we download courses to print and use or try out video courses. With access to World Book, RightNow Media...
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While I laughed as i overheard a group of teens talking about how fun it would be to move out, I wanted to interject: “Don’t you realize how expensive it is to live on your own?” Maybe I should show them!
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Book clubs are like a party with food, talking, and people who like each other. My children prefer them to book reports.
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Psalm 2 is a Messianic psalm pointing the reader, or singer, to the Messiah Jesus Christ. Quoted 7 times in the New Testament (Acts 4:24-28, Acts 13:33, Hebrews 1:5, Hebrews 5:5, Revelation 2:27, Revelation 12:5, and Revelation 19:15), this Psalm...
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Early in our marriage we established a meaningful, yet simple Christmas morning celebration that we still enjoy today! We enjoy Bible reading, Christmas carol singing, “Happy Birthday to Jesus,” cinnamon rolls, and presents. In that...
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