Homeschool View - February 2009

"Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit" (Psalm 51:12).

Sadly, homeschoolers' passion to teach their children sometimes begins to fade. The daily demands of caring for a household and the intense effort required in homeschooling drain even the most dedicated parent. When the homeschooling fire begins to die out, many may choose a half-hearted approach or adapt a martyr, make-it-through-the-day mentality. Others may stop teaching altogether and send their child back into a traditional school setting. The wise homeschool parent, however, will see the coals growing dim and find the fuel necessary to rekindle the flame of passion first given by God. But how does one go about finding that fuel?...

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Does this scenario sound familiar? You have four children. One is learning quadratic equations, one is pulling his hair out with long division, and one is learning how to count, while the last one is still in diapers. How do you teach them all effectively when they are at such different stages in their learning?

Rather than feeling frustrated and asking, "How will I ever be able to teach all these kids at the same time," try these helpful ideas to make your homeschooling easier and less stressful:...

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There's an old saying that says, "What goes around comes around." As a second generation homeschool mom living in Kalispell, Montana, Sonesta Smith has come full circle from being a homeschool student to becoming a homeschool mom. Taking her love of learning even deeper, today she's the one responsible for choosing the curriculum, making lesson plans, and meeting the educational needs for her two inquisitive daughters, Khaila and Jasmine....

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Alpha Omega Publications® would like to congratulate the seven recent winners of the Spot the Characters Builders™ Contest!

Character Found  -  Winner
Benny the Bear - Priscilla W., Wisconsin

Herbert the Snail - Dianna S., West Virginia

Scooter the Caterpillar - Ted B., Ohio

Stevie™ - Lisa W., Nebraska

Good Nzzzz Bee™ - Rachel B., Washington

Bouncer the Rabbit - Debbie E., Minnesota

Smuggles the Dog - Elaine D., Maryland...

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Did you know that one of George Washington's favorite foods was ice cream? Did you know Abraham Lincoln was the tallest president at 6 feet, 4 inches? In celebration of President's Day on Monday, February 16, make your LIFEPAC® and Switched-On Schoolhouse® history curriculum lessons even more exciting. ...

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