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Habit training was such a big part of our early ye

Habit training was such a big part of our early years of home education. Not only did it work towards providing structure and rhythm to our homeschool days, but we were able to cultivate spiritual disciplines and work on character as well.

This design is special to me. It is a reminder to myself and my family of what we are working towards and the progress made from those Laying Down the Rails lessons (😉 nod to my CM friends).

It’s a reminder to try again, to keep at it, and just take the next step forward in building the habit you want to become part of your heart.

I’m so thankful to @bonfire for this design available as a tee, a crewneck, or a hoodie. I pray anything I share here is an encouragement to you! 🤍

Comment “habits” for the direct link!

#homeschoolapparel #homeschooluniform #homeschoolmom #momtee #habittraining #homeschoolsweatshirt #homeschoolhoodie

It’s almost time to set aside your normal read a

It’s almost time to set aside your normal read alouds in place of Christmas books! 🎄

Swipe through for some of our favorites over the years. After so many of you recommended it, it will be our first time reading The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

Do you have a Christmas read aloud or chapter book to add to this favorites list?

#livingbooklegacy shares for this week:
@littlehomeschoolontheprairies
@treasuredhourbookshop
@brave.little.learners
@thisnewday_
@beautyof_homeschool
@thesewildknights
@homewithmytinies
@livingbrighthomeschool
@letthemlovelearning

#christmasbooks #christmasreadalouds #kidsbookstagram #childrensliterature #bookstagram #christmasschool #livingbooks #christmaschapterbooks #juiceboxreads

Wicked giveaway is now closed. 🎶 I recently g

Wicked giveaway is now closed. 🎶

I recently got to attend a screening of the highly anticipated movie based on the iconic Broadway musical. It was so entertaining!

About Wicked: This magical film takes us behind the scenes of Oz, telling the untold story of the witches and their extraordinary friendship. With stunning performances from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, @wickedmovie will have you singing along and spellbound.

To celebrate the release, I have a fun movie merch giveaway to share with you!

Prize: Enter the enchanting world of Wicked with limited-edition exclusive promo items (shown in reel).

How to Enter:
✨ LIKE this post
✨ TAG your musical loving friend (each tag is an entry)
BONUS: SHARE this reel to stories and tag me.

Stay tuned as one winner will be selected on 11/21/24 after 5pm PST. I will contact the random winner from this account only. This giveaway is in no way associated with Meta and winners must have a US mailing address.

#WickedTheMovie #wickedmerch #familymovienight

⭐ Christmas Giveaway is now closed. Start a new

⭐ Christmas Giveaway is now closed.

Start a new tradition this year with The Advent Blocks Collection.

Each day includes reading a family devotion, and turning the number block to reveal an image that corresponds with the day’s story. You’ll move the Star Block one step closer to the Earth Block each time.

Want to win The Advent Blocks Collection from Goodkind? To enter:

⭐ Follow @juiceboxhomeschool and @goodkind.co
⭐ Share a favorite Christmas tradition
⭐BONUS: Tag a friend who may love this (each tag is an entry)

This giveaway ends on Sunday, 11/17/24 at 5pm PST, and is not associated with Meta in any way. One random winner will be contacted by this account only.

#adventblocks #homeschoolchristmas #adventstudy #goodkindco #adventresources #christmastraditions #homeschoolresources #christmascountdown

It isn’t easy to keep up with morning meetings w

It isn’t easy to keep up with morning meetings with an elementary, middle schooler, and high schooler. However, having the right staples and a loop of subjects we want to study together has helped tremendously.

One thing that is unquestionably everyone’s favorite: World Watch News! It’s our daily dose of current events with 10 minute engaging videos. I appreciate that we get a run down of important world events along with fun and positive news - all great conversation starters.

Comment “world watch” for a link to 3 MONTHS FREE (+ the normal 7 day trial). Or use the code “JUICEBOX3” at checkout. Such an amazing time to give it a try!

#worldwatchnews #homeschoolresource #homeschoolcurrentevents #currenteventsforkids

Here are some favorite Christmas picture book idea

Here are some favorite Christmas picture book ideas that I wanted to share with you this season!

These titles are all well-loved by our family and have been read over and over again.

Comment “Christmas picture books” for a link to my daughter chatting about her personal favorites. Hoping you’ll find some new stories to treasure together.

#livingbooklegacy shares for this week:

@thisnewday_
@treasuredhourbookshop
@playinghomeschool
@livingbrighthomeschool
@agoodbookhunt
@brave.little.learners
@beautyof_homeschool
@letthemlovelearning

#christmasbooks #christmaspicturebooks #thegivingmanger #kidsbookstagram #childrensliterature #bookstagram #christmasschool #livingbooks #juiceboxreads

Plan our homeschool week with me with my customize

Plan our homeschool week with me with my customized planner from @PlumPaper!

I have been using the same process for years to keep our schedule organized, yet flexible:
🪴 Write in any other commitments for the week that may affect our homeschool schedule.
🪴Write down daily family subjects based on the time available.
🪴Fill in general assignments for each child. I’ve been using the same simple color coding system for as long as I can remember.
🪴Check with our curriculum to see if I need to reserve books at the library or pick up supplies or ingredients.

I appreciate that I was able to totally personalize this planner for our unique homeschool rhythm.

Heads up! Plum Paper is having their Black Friday Pre-Sale until 11/15 with everything 30% off. Even better, you can stack my code “juiceboxhomeschool” for an extra 10% off. That’s 40% off!🎉

COMMENT “plum” for a direct link to get 40% off anything in the shop!

If you’ve been thinking of picking up a custom planner for yourself or as a gift, now is the time!

#homeschoolplanner #plumpaper #homeschoolmom #planwithme #homeschoolorganization #homeschoolplanning #homeschoolschedule

The atmosphere of our homeschool has a sneakily la

The atmosphere of our homeschool has a sneakily large impact on education. There is truth in the saying that more is caught than taught. For better or worse, that is cultivated greatly by us moms.

Keeping it real: While I aim to keep this in mind, recently I was gently requested by one of my kids to give less lectures. 😅”Whaa?!” was my internal thought. Funny yes, but so so true.

My frequent use of correcting had been dampening our atmosphere. It was a hard pill to swallow, but a healthy note to take. Hence, a little extra cold foam today.

Charlotte Mason said, “Education is an atmosphere, a discipline, a life.” It is so tempting to focus on the checklist in our homeschool planner, but our children (even our teens!) are taking it all in, and forming their own thought patterns and habits. So working on and reassessing the atmosphere of our homeschool is an investment worth making.

More from #charlottemasonmondays about #cmmatmosphere here:

@notebookingwithdelight
@min.j.hwang
@honeycombandhandiwork
@beautyof_homeschool
@hannahs.healthyhabits
@mylittlerobins

#charlottemasonirl #charlottemasoneducation #educationisatmosphere #homeeducation #homeschoolife #howwehomeschool #homeschoolmom

Our current enjoyable reads in case you could use

Our current enjoyable reads in case you could use some book inspiration! Share yours too!

📚 For reading with your teens: My high school daughter and I are reading *How Teens Win* by @jonacuff. Written by Acuff’s daughters, it speaks directly to teens about taking action now to pursue their best life—a great read for young minds with big (and undiscovered) dreams.

📚 For reading with tween boys: *Thoughts for Young Men* by J.C. Ryle is my current read, with each short section packed full of wisdom and practical advice for young men facing life’s challenges, all from a Biblical perspective.

📚 For those leaning into teaching about the election process and our government: We are reading through Uncle Sam and You for our government and civics study and loving it! We are also using their literature pack, and just finished *Abraham Lincoln: A Picture Biography* as a read-aloud for my 4th and 7th graders, leading to discussions on leadership and character.

📚 Middle School: My son is reading *I am David* by Anne Holm. Following a young boy who escapes from a concentration camp, it’s a powerful tale of courage and resilience that’s left a strong impression.

📚 High School: My daughter is rereading *To Kill a Mockingbird* just for fun. It’s wonderful to watch her dive back into this classic and discover new insights.

📚 Not pictured: Star of Light, In the Season of Thanskgiving (@the.campfirecrew) and The Anxious Generation on audio.

These books have filled our homeschool days with stories, lessons, and inspiration. What are you guys loving lately?

If you want more suggestions, check out the #livingbooklegacy current reads:
@beautyof_homeschool
@thisnewday_
@thesewildknights
@treasuredhourbookshop
@blessedwithmotherhood
@playinghomeschool
@agoodbookhunt
@livingbrighthomeschool
@letthemlovelearning

#homeschooling #readalouds #currentreads #bookstagram #childrensliterature #readaloudwithteens #juiceboxreads #homeschoolmiddleschool #homeschoolhighschool

/ notebook haul / My recent notebook haul is a sp

/ notebook haul /

My recent notebook haul is a special one!
🗒️ 2 Math Journals
🗒️ Custom Ruth Journal
🗒️ Letters from Loved Ones Journal

The first two are restocks for my younger kids. However, the last one was something I’ve been wanting to do for a long time. This keepsake journal is to write letters back and forth with my oldest daughter. The kind team at #annavancepaperco entertained my idea of changing the cover design and adding a personalized, “dear riley…” Hoping to fill its pages over the next 2.5 years before she graduates. 🥹

#homeschoolhighschool #notebooking #journalcommunity #notebooklove #homeschooling

Looking to give something more meaningful than the

Looking to give something more meaningful than the latest trendy toy? I’ve carefully curated a list of the best gifts from @christianbook, all thoughtfully selected to inspire and uplift. This collection is perfect for checking off names on your Christmas list with gifts that truly matter.

Just comment “gift ideas,” and I’ll send the list directly to your messages! By choosing these items, you’re not only giving a gift with purpose but also supporting a Christian-owned business that blesses so many by keeping solid books and homeschool curriculum in circulation.

Recognize any of your favorites here? Check out the FULL unboxing video on my channel. We’ll be reading through one of these Arnold Ytreeide books in a few weeks!

#christianbook #giftideas #christiangiftideas #bookhaul #bookunboxing #bookstagram #homeschoolcurriculum

Raising a teen as a homeschool mom... 😱 Never

Raising a teen as a homeschool mom... 😱

Never did I ever think this is where I would be! There is this delicate dance between a desire for independence and moments of insecurity. One day, they’re pushing boundaries, eager to carve their own path. The next, they’re pulling me in for reassurance and safety, unsure of the world and their place in it.

The most challenging thing for me is coping with the new internal stretch marks from being caught in between letting go and holding on. Adjusting to the new normal is a daily dose of humility.

But in the midst of it all, there are glimpses of exciting growth and sneak peeks of our developing friendship. It’s usually not easy, and as much as I try to stay ahead of their growth, I am realizing that is not the point.

Having that orchestra row seat to watch them find their footing and own relationship with their Savior is worth the price of admission. The journey will not be smooth or near perfect, but wondrously theirs.

For #homestretchhomeschooling this month, we are discussing the best part of parenting teens and the most challenging part too. Please chime in and share yours!

This video features my tween son, who saved up his money for a few months to purchase a cajon. His big plan was to play the piano and cajon at the same time. Practical me wanted to pour negativity on the idea, but something told me to let him follow his vision. I cannot even tell you the joy he has in this moment, and I want to remember it always.💕

Visit each of these wise ladies to read more:
@rootedinrest
@redefiningschool
@delightfullyfeastingpress

#homeschoolingteens #homeschoolinghighschool #parentingteens #raisingteens #motherhood #cornerstone

When our culture tries to rush us about, nature st

When our culture tries to rush us about, nature study gently and consistently invites us to pause. Though its benefits are many, the greatest gift it offers in this season is the chance to slow down—something we need more than ever.

“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 is not merely a gentle reminder, but a command to step away from the busyness and find peace and pause.

We are joining @ayearof_learning to learn more about “A Bat Goes Hunting at Night”.

Will you have a slow down moment with us?
@becomingmom.blog
@pine_forest_academy
@asenseof_home
@loving_a_wild_child
@mothernaturenurtured
@mackadak
@life_of_a_mama_bear
@kesslerpatillo
@mel.newton_
@keziamonet
@playlearnconnectthroughnature

#homeeducation #slowdown #slowliving #naturestudy #ayearoflearning #slowdownfriday #homeschool

Our children’s hearts are shaped not only by wha

Our children’s hearts are shaped not only by what we teach but also by what we model daily. As parents, we can cultivate a home life where truth, beauty, creativity, and lifelong learning (or whatever it is you’d like to lean towards) have room to breathe. A few of our priorities:

Biblical Truths – When we anchor our lives in God’s Word, our children get to see faith in action. Praying and being in the Word, yes, but giving grace and speaking love powerfully illustrates truth woven into the rhythm of your home.

Beauty in Creation – Create an atmosphere that contains beautiful (doesn’t need to be pricey) things. Sing together, hang artwork that inspires, play music that lifts the mood. Include poetry, character study, nature study, and subjects that spark joy and appreciation.

Working with Hands – Our kids watch how we approach work and creativity. Whether building, cooking, or completing a chore, let them join us in valuing meaningful work.

A Love of Learning – By pursuing our own interests with curiosity and joy, children will see that education is ongoing. Read books, grow in a new skill, and explore together to inspire our innate desire for growth.
What is one area you are working on lately? For me, I have been back on the reading bus after a summer of chill. One of my kids asked me how I liked the book I was reading, and she shared about her book. Those simple observations are an invitation into meaningful habits.

Tagging a few curriculum shops who do well with ushering families into these practices. 🤍

More from #charlottemasonmondays on #cmmlovely here:
@thesewildknights
@charlottemasonbeehive
@arrowsforchrist
@buildingupahome
@alearningwewillgo
@wholeheartedhomemaking
@beautyof_homeschool

#charlottemasoninspired #charlottemasonirl #homeschoolife #homeschoolhabits #homeschoolfordiscipleship #homeschoolmom

“So, do you guys get to go out?” Yes 😊.

“So, do you guys get to go out?”

Yes 😊.

After all these years, I am still surprised when this question is asked. I don’t think I’m alone, but it is easy to get caught up in over scheduling playdates or after school activities. Additionally, the rat race of the high school life can send you in a flurry of volunteer hours and leadership opportunities.

I actually find myself working quite hard to protect our time at home - the place where so many of the meaty moments seem to happen.

If you homeschool, do your kids get to get out sometimes? 😉 What things do you make time for out of home?

#homeschool #homeschoollife #homeschoolers

I knew home education would change our family, but

I knew home education would change our family, but I didn’t realize how much it would change me.

Some things that really stand out in my 11th year of homeschooling:

*Being picky in the best way. Intentionality requires it. We cannot do every good thing, so knowing your child and your family priorities can procure the choicest of feasts.

*One of foundations of Charlotte Mason’s philosophies is respect for personhood. It is easy to desire to spoon-feed your children. However, home education has given me the opportunity to leave plenty of margin for my kids - getting to know them has been humbling.

*I used to feel so relieved I don’t have to endure any more years of schooling. In leaning into CM’s ideas, I have a newfound LOVE of learning that I wish I had growing up. Finding lifelong curiosity and fascination is something I hope to pass on in our homeschool.

How has homeschooling changed you?

More from #charlottemasonmondays friends about #cmminfluence here:

@arrowsforchrist
@mylittlerobins
@hannahs.healthyhabits
@honeycombandhandiwork
@beautyof_homeschool
@wholeheartedhomemaking
@alearningwewillgo

#charlottemasoninspired #homeschoolmom #homeschoolcommunity #homeschooling #selfeducation #homeeducation #rollingcart
#homeschoolveteran #homeschoolcart #charlottemasoneducation

🍂 Comment “slow cooker” for the link to the

🍂 Comment “slow cooker” for the link to the affordable digital download version of these slow cooker recipes!

#slowcookerrecipes #slowcookermeals #crocktober #passionatepennypincher #homeschoolmom #greenpan #homeschoollife

As we near the cozy season of winter, there’s no

As we near the cozy season of winter, there’s nothing quite like gathering around for some heartwarming read-aloud moments! 📚

I want to share one of our family’s favorite traditions: the enchanting Advent series by Arnold Ytreeide. These books have truly something that our kids (me included!) look forward to every year!

With four captivating stories that intertwine, each book offers a unique glimpse into the history surrounding Christ’s birth while keeping the excitement alive with action-packed adventures. It’s fun to see how my kids make connections between the characters as they follow their journeys, enriching their understanding of the true meaning of Christmas.

Arnold Ytreeide doesn’t just stop at Christmas! He also has wonderful titles for Easter, mission work, and more.

What are your favorite holiday read-alouds? Share your recommendations below!

Some #livingbooklegacy recs here:

@beautyof_homeschool
@thisnewday_
@playinghomeschool
@agoodbookhunt
@alearningwewillgo

#readaloud #christmastraditions #adventadventures #ArnoldYtreeide #authorspotlight #bookstagram #christmasbooks

Sharing some adorable picture books that inspire c

Sharing some adorable picture books that inspire cooking for #livingbooklegacy today!

Next time you hear, “Mommy, what’s for dinner?!” Put these on their plate 😉:

🍴 Kalamata’s Kitchen by Sarah Thomas
🍴 Tomatoes for Neela by Padma Lakshmi
🍴 Dumpling Soup by Jama Kim Rattigan
🍴 Plant, Cook, Eat! by Joe Archer and Caroline Craig
🍴 Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard
🍴 Bilal Cooks Daal by Aisha Saeed
🍴 Thunder Cake by Patricia Polacco
🍴 The Ugly Vegetables by Grace Lin
🍴 Right This Very Minute by Lisl H. Detlefsen
🍴 Bee-bim Bop! by Linda Sue Park
🍴 What’s On Your Plate by Whitney Stewart

Just have a snack ready to go after reading this book stack. 😊

Still hungry? Check these posts:
@thesewildknights
@treasuredhourbookshop
@homewithmytinies
@agoodbookhunt
@thisnewday_
@beautyof_homeschool

#motherhood #livingeducation #familyreadaloud #livingbook #bookstagram #charlottemasoneducation #homeschoolingfamily #readaloudrevival #bookishcommunity #bookishpost #childrenspicturebooks

Raising teens in today’s world has been somethin

Raising teens in today’s world has been something I’ve quietly considered about for as long as I can remember. And when I think about the future—the world our children’s children will grow up in—the weight feels heavy at times. It can be heartbreaking to watch the news or hear from friends about the struggles their families are facing.

That’s why I aim to allot time to ground our family in God's word and character from early on. It's so easy during these teen years to get caught up in the whirlwind of grades, transcripts, college choices, and future careers. Believe me, I get it. But lately, I’ve experienced these frequent nudges reminding me not to let these things become idols. They’re important, to a degree, but they their place.

What truly matters is leaving space for the conversations that shape hearts, diving into guidance and wisdom, and staying humble as we navigate this season—trusting in the Lord’s mercy for these soon-to-be adults. As parents, we don’t have all the answers, but we can introduce them toward the One who does.

Pictured: a rare, but sweet lunch with my almost-teenager. 🤍

Read more #homestretchhomeschooling stories here:
@delightfullyfeasting
@rootedinrest
@redefiningschool

#homeschoolinghighschool #homeschoolmiddleschool #homeschoolmom #homeschoolfordiscipleship

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