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The Bird Mother Philosophy
As the traditional school calendar's schedule winds down, some families are not engaged in as much formal study. But did you know that summer vacation, lived intentionally, will build thinking skills? And your children won’t even realize their education is still in...
Passages
Our son graduated college today. At the last moment, he was informed he would graduate cum laud.Amazing. My son who you couldn't pay to read. Who doodled his way through math. Who just wanted to go film movies in the backyard.Admitted to one of the best colleges in...
Perspective
I do know a family or two who apparently stay totally on schedule for school, wrap it all up by Memorial Day, and take the entire summer off each year. However, most of the homeschooling families I know do not; they have subjects to finish up or lingering projects to...
Avoiding Exhausted Mama Syndrome
"Work with your family--not for your family." "Mommy, can I help?" my daughter asked as I planted flowers in our front beds. Tree roots, black plastic laid by a prior owner, and countless rocks made the digging near impossible. With our house going on the market, I...
His Thoughts
Every spring we have at least one nest of robins in our yard. Last year we had three--that we know of. We have so much fun watching the babies go from bald to fluffy to flying in just a few days, and we check on them quite often to see how they’re doing. But...
Power Words for Parents–On a Mission
I love words. Words that inspire. Words that convict. Words that encourage. I especially love words that get my children to do what I ask.In reading a blog post from the National Center for Biblical Parenting (NCBP), I found such a phrase. "On a mission." Scott...
That They May Know Him
This time of year, as I look back on the year's learning and look ahead to all that is left to accomplish, I find in the words of Jesus, recorded in John 17:3, an important perspective. "And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus...
2012 Spring Greetings From the Board
Greetings from the IAHE Board, Spring 2012 It is with great joy and excitement that we bring you this spring edition of The Informer. We have gathered for you a collection of articles and stories that we believe will encourage your hearts and quicken your spirits....
The Finish Line
Though schedules vary, many home schoolers close the school year in May. For some, May becomes a light at the end of the long tunnel. For others, it looms as the blinding flash of a freight train hurtling toward them. However we see it--May is a finish line. How will...