• Christian Parenting,  Homeschooling

    Generations Homeschool Curriculum Review

    If you are like my homeschool family, we enjoy trying new curriculum as we decide what works for each child. Two years ago, we discovered the Generations homeschool curriculum while attending our state homeschool conference. As our kids are leaving their toddler years rapidly, we have been experimenting with what works for each child’s different learning preferences. One curriculum that has stood out to us and modeled the values of our family is the Generations homeschool curriculum.   Use What Works Quick side note to say that I am an affiliate to Generations homeschool curriculum right now but I would be willing to recommend these resources even if I was…

  • Christian Parenting,  Homeschooling

    Write The Word On My Heart: Our Family’s Honest Review

      Blogging has some definite perks. One of those perks meant that my family received a copy of Write The Word On My Heart to try out! My daughter was beyond excited when the package arrived in the mail. (Okay, I was too. 🙂  ) Today I want to share with you the inside workings of this awesome Scripture memory system. Hopefully this review will help you know if your family should run out and get your own copy!   *This post contains affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no cost to you if you purchase through these links. You can read our disclosure policy here. Thanks for your support…

  • Christian Parenting,  Homeschooling

    My Book Review Of Nate and the Cake by Sannette Grant

      What parent doesn’t want their kids to listen and obey? As a mom to three kiddos four and under, I find myself training my kids to obey on a daily basis. Obedience to parents is a command from God. It can be so hard to train because I often find my kids struggling with their own little sin natures. Which is why I am always on the look out for new teaching tools to help my kids learn the importance of obedience! Recently, when I was asked to review Nate and the Cake, I jumped at the opportunity because this is just the sort of book, I want in…

  • Christian Manhood,  Christian Parenting,  Homeschooling

    So It Come To This: Your Wife Wants To Homeschool

      You are reading this for one reason: your wife wants to homeschool. A few questions that might be going through your mind right now include: Does she know the kids will never be socialized? Has she realized it will cut your family budget in half? Did it occur to her that Christians need to be in the world? What will happen if our kids are not with their peers? Don’t kids need to hear other kids ask questions to help them learn? Will your kids ever get time away from the house (and you?) Won’t the kids being around all the time drive your wife crazy? How will your…

  • Homeschooling

    Thinking About Homeschooling? Answers To Your Most Pressing Questions

    Are you thinking about homeschooling? There are many reasons that you might be considering pulling your kids from the traditional school setting as a Christian parent. When asked, the common reasons Christian parents listed that had them thinking about homeschooling include:  Creating stronger family ties Protecting their children from worldly thinking for a set amount of time Training their kids in the Christian faith more intentionally Designing more personalized educational experiences for individual child Removing children from unsafe situations in school setting Preparing their child for adulthood through practical life training Making a flexible schedule for their family to travel and serve others Taking advantage of childhood years to grow…

  • Christian Parenting,  Homeschooling

    50 Family Games For Your Next Family Game Night

      Over the past two years, my husband and I have been on the hunt for family games to replace Monopoly. Our search has resulted in finding a wealth of family games to play together. If you want a new adventure for your family game nights, you should consider these amazing family games! Why am I writing an post about family games? Since I mainly focus on practical Christian living, this certainly feels a little weird writing about this topic. That being said, family games have played a big part in growing closer as a family. We have spent many hours of quality family time together playing these games that…