Category Archives: the book nook

8 books I’m reading for homeschooling support {and a giveaway!}

{this post contains affiliate links; please see full disclosure here} I’m rounding up a fairly big list of reading for the next few months!  Above is the current homeschooling stack (more are on their way!), though I’m sure my favorites will be revisited as well. Definitely more of a non-fiction than fiction reader, I do...

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the homeschool mother’s journal 5.10.13

Joining in with iHomeschool Network today: :: :: In my life this week… a little quieter, both here on the blog and at home as well.  I like that. In our homeschool… tis the season of endings!  The children are melancholy about goodbyes to classes, choirs, and the weekly rhythm of these events.  Their mother?  Somewhat thrilled! The last...

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Just Desserts :: cinnamon raisin bread pudding, maple pecan ice cream

{*scroll down if you’re just wanting to get to the giveaway!* this post contains referral links, please see my full disclosure here – thanks for your support!} : I know. We’re entering into warmer weather and here I am completely caught up with fall-like desserts!  I don’t even have much of a sweet tooth.  But sometimes…...

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Coming Soon! The Homemaking eBook Bundle – a great Mother’s Day gift

:: Regular readers of the blog would know I’m a lover of books. Since I’m often highlighting and suggesting books for your reading pleasure, I definitely wanted to introduce to you a HUGE bundle of ebooks coming your way! An Ultimate Homemaker’s Library This homemaking ebook bundle isn’t a simple collection of helps — it...

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How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World :: Preschool & 1st Grade Activities

Oh, this book by far has been my favorite row — which is exactly why we took three weeks to complete!  The freedom in homeschooling, yes? If you haven’t read How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World, it’s a gem of a book for young children.  Full of opportunity for great lessons as...

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52 Ways for More Serenity in Life and Home :: good reads (week #4)

Did you slow down in trying to do too much at one time?  I did, though not as much as intended – but planning to keep at it. Which is a great reminder that it’s all about step-by-step decisions to live life more simply, more calmly.  It’s about making lifestyle changes – with God’s help,...

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