If you’re eager to provide the high schoolers in your life with an important antiracism education but you feel overwhelmed with the abundance of resources available, you’re in the right place! I’m recommending 10 important antiracism books for teens that are compelling, educational, and critical to understanding systemic racism. There is currently an current of increased societal awareness surrounding systemic…
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We are currently living through a time of growing awareness surrounding systemic racism and the myriad of ways that our BIPOC (Black, Indigenious, People of Color) friends, loved ones, neighbors, coworkers, and fellow human beings have been discriminated against and have suffered. I know that many parents and educators are searching for resources to share with the middle schoolers in…
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Homeschooling can often feel especially challenging during the winter months. Our self-care often gets tossed out the window, it’s common to lose our motivation, and we run the risk of burning out. It’s critical that we have plenty of support and action plan for how to survive homeschooling this winter! Quick note: For my friends in the southern hemisphere, I…
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Homeschooling can feel lonely sometimes, especially if we’re struggling to find meaningful connections with other families. If you’re wondering how to find your homeschooling community, these 3 simple steps are just what you need to get started! The other day I remembered a conversation I’d had years ago. It started with an inquiry. The question was asked by an older…
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Middle school is often a wild and disruptive transition time in just about every area of life. Hormones, different interests, changing friendships… it can be a really tough time! Sometimes kids who used to read with gusto and enthusiasm begin to lose their love of reading. But before you give up and think that your middle schooler has sworn off…
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