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Homeschooling in December: True or False? It’s just too chaotic.
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Hey Reader! Ever heard the advice that homeschooling during the holiday season is just too chaotic and you should take a full break until January? Well, my belief is that this is… 🥁 drumroll please 🥁 FALSE!!And why do I believe this, even though others may think otherwise? It’s because homeschooling during the holidays can actually be one of the most magical, memorable, and meaningful times of the year. It’s not about keeping a strict schedule—it’s about leaning into the season and letting it enrich your learning.
Think about this:You could spend December crafting homemade gifts (hello, practical life skills), baking and measuring ingredients (math anyone?), learning about holiday traditions around the world (cultural studies, check!), and volunteering as a family (building character and community awareness). In fact, one of my favorite things to do is create a holiday-themed learning plan that incorporates relaxed, hands-on activities. One of our favorites to do around this time of year is exploring the history of holidays, learning the science behind snow, and counting down with a book-a-day advent calendar. It makes the season feel purposeful without the stress. So if YOU are on the fence about taking a homeschooling break versus diving into a holiday-themed learning plan… Here’s my reminder: Don’t let the chaos of the holidays scare you away from meaningful homeschooling moments. Lean into the joy of the season and make it part of the learning experience. Have you ever wondered how to keep homeschooling fun and light during this time of year? Or do you still feel stuck? Hit reply and let me know—I’d love to help you find your groove! xo, PS: It's still not too late to grab the gratitude-themed spelling word work! It's currently on sale from
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Richie Soares
I love high-fiving homeschool moms from all walks of life. As a single homeschool mom myself of 3 kiddos, I know what it's like running a home, running a homeschool, and running your business - what's the time for you? That's where I come in. I'm your shortcut to awesome homeschool resources, seasonal self-care for moms, and the ins (and outs) of momlife. It's my hope that you find delight in my words, treasures within my posts, and camaraderie in #momlife! Sign up below to get my ever witty slightly embarrassing yet undeniably worthy newsletters and 'freemails' below!
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