By Amy Vickrey, MSE There are days my son just needs time to play. As a homeschool mom, I feel accountable for his time during the day and ensuring that...
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Ways to Ease Travel Difficulties for a Special Needs Family
Amy Vickrey, MSE At first glance, we might seem like a typical American family. My husband is a veteran and we have 2 busy, active boys. However, we have challenges...
The Then and Now of Special Education Homeschooling
By Peggy Ployhar When our family started our special education homeschooling journey almost 15 years ago, the homeschooling landscape was very different than it is today. From my experience homeschooling...
Is Your Child Stuck? Here’s What to Do
By Shannon Ramiro Veteran homeschoolers have all been there: Our child is refusing to do work or is struggling to do something we believe they should be able to do....
Our Family’s Experience with a Service Dog
By Dyana Robbins, M.Ed Fred entered our lives when my oldest son, Jonathan, was seven years old. For several years, Jonathan had wanted a dog. We had another family dog,...
5 Mistakes I Made as a New Homeschooler
By Dyana Robbins There is nothing like the excitement of starting something new. The sense of adventure, hopefulness, and the promise of new ventures can be intoxicating. Some people...
What You Need to Begin Your Special Needs Journey
By Melissa Smith I’m brand spanking new to Special Needs – sort of. For over a decade I’ve raised my children with friends who have Special Needs, loved Special Needs...
5 Reasons We Chose to Homeschool
By Dyana Robbins, M.Ed. As the new year approaches, more families will be considering homeschooling. Each January, an influx of new homeschoolers hits online forums, support groups and homeschooling resources...
Finding Joy (No Matter What!) At Christmas
Dyana Robbins The holiday season offers many wonderful things to us: time away from work, more time with friends and family, traditions, and expressions of love. For many,...
Stress Less This Christmas
By Kimberly A Vogel I opened the door and stepped into a winter wonderland. White, blue, and silver Christmas decorations adorned the house. After days of rushing around...
