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Stock Up Ideas for the Month of December: A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to a Smoother Holiday Season

Stock Up Ideas for the Month of December: A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to a Smoother Holiday Season

December is a beautiful, busy, memory-making month — but it’s also the month when homeschool moms carry triple the normal mental load. You’re balancing lessons, holiday activities, family traditions, co-op events, winter weather prep, travel, baking, and figuring out how to keep everyone fed while maintaining even a hint

Holiday Baking Made Easy for Homeschool Moms: Must-Have Supplies & Stress-Saving Tips

Holiday Baking Made Easy for Homeschool Moms: Must-Have Supplies & Stress-Saving Tips

Holiday baking is one of those traditions we want to feel magical — flour-dusted counters, giggly little helpers, warm cinnamon smells drifting through the house — but let’s be honest… for homeschool moms, it can quickly turn into a full-on juggling act. Between lessons, Christmas activities, gift shopping, field trips, family

The 5 Stages of the Homeschool Mom Journey: Encouragement for Every Step

The 5 Stages of the Homeschool Mom Journey: Encouragement for Every Step

Homeschooling isn’t something most of us step into feeling fully prepared. In fact, it usually begins with a mix of curiosity, hope, and a quiet voice wondering, “Could this really work for us?” And from there, the journey unfolds slowly, beautifully, and sometimes a little messily. But here’s

Weekly Learning Themes for Homeschoolers (Preschool Through 12th Grade)

Weekly Learning Themes for Homeschoolers (Preschool Through 12th Grade)

A Simple, Fun Way to Bring Structure, Creativity, and Calm to Your Homeschool Week If you’ve ever sat down to plan out your homeschool week and felt that familiar swirl of ideas—“Should we read more books? Do a unit study? Add in some geography? Maybe a craft? Maybe

How to Plan a Simple & Stress-Free Homeschool Christmas Party

How to Plan a Simple & Stress-Free Homeschool Christmas Party

Homeschool moms carry so much—lesson planning, meals, chores, appointments, emotional labor, and all the tiny invisible things no one sees. And then December arrives with glitter, expectations, and endless to-dos. So when your kids look up at you with sparkly eyes and ask, “Can we have a Christmas party?

Future-Ready Teens: How to Help Your Homeschooler Navigate Careers in the Age of AI

Future-Ready Teens: How to Help Your Homeschooler Navigate Careers in the Age of AI

If you’re a homeschool parent of a teen, you probably think about their future a lot — and maybe sometimes it feels a little overwhelming. After all, the world is changing faster than ever. Robots, AI, and new technologies are entering industries we never imagined just a few years ago.

Homeschool Space Inspiration for Every Age: Creative, Calm Learning Areas Your Family Will Love

Homeschool Space Inspiration for Every Age: Creative, Calm Learning Areas Your Family Will Love

At The Lively Bean, we know that a thoughtfully designed homeschool space can make all the difference in your day. When your learning environment feels calm, organized, and welcoming, homeschooling becomes easier, more enjoyable, and a little bit lighter for your mental load. The best part? Your homeschool space doesn’