Teen Issues – Its Not That Hard to Homeschool

What to Do When Your Teen Hates School (And You’re Ready to Quit)

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Let’s be real: homeschooling a teenager who flat-out hates school can shake even the most confident parent. Maybe your once-curious kid now drags their feet through every assignment. The eye-rolls are on autopilot, every subject is “pointless,” and your peaceful homeschool day has turned into a battlefield. You’ve poured your heart into planning, pivoting, praying… […]

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7 Spooktacular Reads for Teens

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What’s the fascination with horror? While horror is a super popular genre, it’s not one we’ve embraced in our home. However, it’s incredibly popular, as it delves into themes of fear, the supernatural, and the unknown. Horror taps into our primal instincts, evoking strong emotional responses through suspense, dread, and shock. It can allow our

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Transform Your Homeschooling with Homeschool Resource Co Bundles!

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Hey there, homeschool heroes! 🎉 Are you on the lookout for resources that will transform your homeschooling journey from “meh” to magnificent? Look no further, because Homeschool Resource Co has got your back! Whether you’re a newbie just getting started or a seasoned pro, their bundles are designed to make homeschooling easier, more effective, and

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Do your teens have a passion?

Leave a Comment / Homeschool Encouragement, K-8, Podcast, Teen Issues / Lisa Nehring

Lisa Nehring dives into the common concern of parents: “Help! My kids don’t have a passion!” Join us as we explore practical strategies to help your children discover and develop their passions through homeschooling. Lisa discusses the importance of creating a “smorgasbord” of opportunities, allowing kids to explore various interests and activities. Key Takeaways: Understanding

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Ready for Launch: From Awkward Homeschooler to Confident Adult (podcast episode)

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Ready for Launch: from Awkward Homeschooler to Confident Adult About This Podcast Episode In this era of profound societal upheaval, the post-high school graduation landscape is more diverse and complex than ever before. Our young adults face a bewildering array of choices: traditional college, entering the workforce, venturing into entrepreneurship, pursuing specialized certifications, embarking on

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5 Simple Ways to Encourage Career Exploration in Your Homeschool

Leave a Comment / Homeschool Encouragement, How To's, Teen Issues / Lisa Nehring

Look, we are living through what’s called the 4th Industrial Revolution and like every revolution it’s a time of disruption. Changes are occurring in technology, transportation and how we live and work as well as in the field of education. Now, more than ever, our high school students need to do some serious Career Exploration.

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20 Essential Life Skills Every Teen Should Master for a Successful Transition into Adulthood + Giveaway

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Entering adolescence is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming phase of life. As teenagers journey toward adulthood, they face numerous challenges and opportunities that shape their future. Alongside academic knowledge, it’s crucial for teens to develop essential life skills that will serve as a foundation for a successful and fulfilling adult life. In this blog post,

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This blog post is designed to guide homeschooling parents in supporting their non-college bound children, focusing on practical skills, personal development, and preparing them for a successful future outside the traditional college path.

10 Tips for Homeschooling Parents Preparing Non-College Bound Kids for Success

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This blog post is designed to guide homeschooling parents in supporting their non-college bound children, focusing on practical skills, personal development, and preparing them for a successful future outside the traditional college path.

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Sometimes parenting teenagers can be annoying! One mom shares thoughts and tips -- and hard truths -- for how to deal with teenagers and their behavior.

How to Deal with Teenagers: Arrogance and Disrespect

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“Well, just enjoy knowing everything now, because pretty soon you’ll realize you’re just as stupid as we are!!” said one father to his teenager. (No, this didn’t actually originally happen in our family; it was a friend of ours who said it to his daughter — but I may or may not have borrowed it

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The Deception of Test-Optional College Admissions

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2020 was a year that incoming college freshmen will never forget. The pandemic brought about a lockdown that made it nearly impossible to find a location for most college applicants to take an SAT or ACT. COVID-19 forced almost all colleges across the U.S. to announce a “test-optional” policy for applicants—even the selective or top-tier

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