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How To Transition from Public to Homeschool

AmyMattson2016-12-12T23:13:52+00:00December 12th, 2016|Homeschooling|

If you've read our story about why we homeschool, you already know that Grasshopper did attend public school for preschool and kindergarten.  There were MANY times I had considered pulling him [...]

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The Case For a Four Day School Week

AmyMattson2019-03-26T13:55:04+00:00December 10th, 2016|Homeschooling|

Up until now we have always gone by the five day a week school model.  Mainly because I felt pressure to.  It's so easy for us to feel like we [...]

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DIY Weighted Lap Friend

AmyMattson2020-04-16T02:21:49+00:00December 8th, 2016|Homeschooling, Special Needs|

Weighted products are perfect for children with autism who have sensory issues and benefit from sensory input. A weighted lap animal or bag can have a calming effect, reduce anxiety, [...]

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Creating White Space in Your Homeschool At Christmas Time

AmyMattson2018-12-12T17:24:19+00:00December 6th, 2016|Family Life, Homeschooling|

Christmas time is a joyous season filled with friends, family and celebrating the birth of Jesus.  Most of us are already running our schedules at max capacity, so how are [...]

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Gift Ideas For a Special Needs Mom

AmyMattson2019-09-10T01:24:09+00:00December 5th, 2016|Family Life, Parenting, Special Needs|

Everything about a special needs family is unique.  The needs of a special needs mom are no exception.  Of course we have the normal mom worries and responsibilities.  However, our [...]

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