Learning Without a School Calendar
When you homeschool, learning doesn’t stop and start according to a school calendar. In this post, we explore why many homeschoolers choose to learn year-round, how it creates more freedom and flexibility, and why taking a traditional “summer off” isn’t always necessary when learning becomes a way of life.
Navigating Homeschool Co-Ops: What to Look For (and When to Walk Away)
Finding a homeschool co-op can feel like striking gold — until it doesn’t. Not every group will be the right fit for your family, and that’s okay. Knowing what to look for (and when to walk away) can save you a lot of heartache — and help you build the kind of community your kids truly deserve.
When Adult Friendships Fall Apart: Helping Your Kids Navigate the Changes
When adult friendships change, kids feel the shift too. While we can’t always prevent friendships from ending, we can help our children navigate the changes with steadiness, honesty, and care — reminding them that the support around them remains strong.
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Awful
Sometimes doing the right thing doesn’t feel good—it feels lonely, uncomfortable, or even painful. But that doesn’t mean it wasn’t the right choice. This post is for the ones who’ve had to speak up, set a boundary, or walk away—and are sitting in the messy middle of it. You’re not alone.
How to Work Full-Time and Homeschool: Yes, It Can Be Done
Homeschooling while working full time isn’t about fitting into someone else’s schedule—it’s about creating one that fits your life. Whether that means reading aloud over dinner, tackling math on Saturday mornings, or letting science happen through nature walks and documentaries, the flexibility of homeschooling is what makes it work. At Chalk & Ink Press, we believe learning doesn’t have to look traditional to be powerful—it just has to be yours.
Why “Falling Behind” Is a School Concept, Not a Life Concept
Worried your homeschooler is “behind”? You’re not alone—but that idea comes from a school system, not real life. At home, learning isn’t about keeping up; it’s about going deep, moving at your child’s pace, and building something meaningful. This post helps reframe progress so you can leave the comparison trap behind and focus on what truly matters.
Deschooling for Parents: Letting Go of the School Mindset
Deschooling isn’t just for kids—it’s for parents, too. Letting go of the school mindset means unlearning rigid ideas about what learning should look like and making space for something deeper. This post explores how shifting your perspective can change everything about the way you homeschool—and why trust, not tests, is at the heart of real education.
Deschooling Before Homeschooling
Before diving into homeschooling, take a breath—and consider deschooling. This intentional pause helps your child (and you) shift away from school-based expectations and reconnect with curiosity, confidence, and joy. In this post, we explore why deschooling before homeschooling is a powerful first step toward a calmer, more connected learning journey.
Strewing for Teens: Quietly Inviting Curiosity (Without the Eye Roll)
Strewing doesn’t stop when your kids hit the teen years. It just shifts. This post offers practical ideas for sparking curiosity in older learners—without pressure, eye rolls, or checklists.
