Five Homeschool Essentials You Can’t Buy
By Davis CarmanWe’ve all heard this before: Adult: “How’s school going? What’s your favorite subject?” Teen: “I dunno. I hate school!“ When Children “Hate School” Does this bother you? Do you just accept it as normal? Is there anything you can do about it? Is it even possible to instill a genuine love of learning in today’s...Read More
Where Does a Homeschool Mom Go to Cry?
By Rachael CarmanIt had been the most difficult of my life. There were so many losses, hurts, broken promises, and interrupted dreams. 2007 brought frequent bouts of emotion that overcame me – which is not characteristic of me. Waves of grief assaulted me as I tried to stand strong in the storm around me. There were blessings...Read More
How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You: It Doesn’t Matter What Everybody Else is Doing
By Davis CarmanWe’re diving into part nine of our series, “How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You?” This segment is especially important as it centers on teaching children to transcend societal standards and focus on something higher—God’s will. As homeschooling parents, we have a unique opportunity to instill these values in our children. Introduction: Teaching...Read More
The Maker of Heaven and Earth
By Davis CarmanIsaiah 40:28 states: “Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the creator of the ends of the earth, neither faints nor is weary. His understanding is unsearchable.” Almighty God is the maker of heaven and earth. Without Him, nothing that exists would come into being. He is the only...Read More
How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You: Now Is Not the Time
By Davis CarmanYou can listen to this Let’s Talk Homeschool podcast episode or watch it on YouTube. Introduction Have you ever told your kids, “Now is not the time”? As parents, we often find ourselves in situations where we must explain the importance of timing to our children. Whether it’s a kid wanting a cupcake for breakfast...Read More
The Proud and Lasting Legacy of Dads
By Davis CarmanIn the spirit of Father’s Day, I can’t resist the temptation to present some classic dad jokes. You want to keep reading. I know you do. I was at a homeschool conference located on the shores of New Jersey over the weekend. As I was observing the wildlife, I asked myself why seagulls fly over...Read More
My Junk Drawer
By Rachael CarmanThis is what’s in the official Carman Family junk drawer in the kitchen. It is supposed to have handy writing utensils, a Post-it pad, some scissors (yeah, right), some tape, maybe a Sharpie; you get it – miscellaneous stuff. But those things are not usually in there. It’s supposed to be a place we can...Read More
But Homeschooling is “Just for Other People!”
By Rachael CarmanIf you have ever thought that homeschooling is just for other people, read on. If you have ever said that you are not organized enough, you don’t have enough patience, or you wouldn’t know where to start to homeschool, read on. And if you have ever wanted to experience the power of the risen Savior...Read More