Every once in a while, I’m reminded of how deeply uncomfortable it makes some people when families choose to raise readers who see the world beyond...
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How to Teach Classic Books Responsibly
In many homeschooling circles, certain "classic" books are frequently recommended, often without context or critical analysis. However, as more of...
When Do You Read All These Books?
One of the questions I get asked most often is: "How does your family manage to read so many books on Black culture and history while also covering...
Navigating Friendships as a Homeschooling Mom of Tweens and Teens
I thought the early years of homeschooling were the hardest. Juggling the needs of toddlers, planning lessons, and squeezing in time for myself felt...
When Your Kids Don’t Seem to Enjoy Anything You Try in Your Homeschool
One of the most frustrating feelings as a homeschool parent is pouring your heart into creating lessons and experiences for your children, only to...
Wokeness, Distractions, and Racism, or Why I Do This Work
When I create and share, my focus is unwavering: it’s all about our kids. Period. Every word I write, every resource I craft, and every conversation...
Black History Lesson Plans: A Year-Round Journey
Every year, I share my family’s Black history book selections as a resource for the homeschooling and classroom communities, and the response has...
Frederick Douglass on Chinese Immigration: The Composite Nation Speech
This guest post was written by Essie Wu from Resilient Panda. When my husband and I started to learn about Chinese American history, we never...
Introducing Crafted: A Black History Guide for Families
As we approach Black History Month, I'm thrilled to share Crafted, a family guide on “African Americans and Labor.” This year's theme invites us to...
Curating Soul School Booklists: A Labor of Love
Creating the book lists for Soul School was one of the most intricate and rewarding journeys of my writing life. I didn’t just compile a collection...
Protecting Downtime: Why Margin Matters in Your Homeschool Life
In a world that glorifies busyness, it can feel countercultural—almost rebellious—to slow down and create space for rest. As a homeschooling family,...
Our World Geography Fair
If there’s one event that perfectly combines education, creativity, and cultural appreciation in our homeschool group, it’s the World Geography...