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Lee Binz

Monday, 04 September 2017

Have a Morning Meeting

Sage Advice

Oops. They were supposed to be independent and work on their homework. Instead they goofed off. Tell me the truth, am I the only one this has happened to? Never underestimate a teenager’s ability to avoid work. Although sometimes these are intentional lapses, many times teens are simply focused on other things (like their hair, or their new shoes), and they forget trivial things like math assignments or research reports. Of course, it would be nice to...

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I look forward to reading & learning many things. This will be our first year homeschooling our 11yr. Old son & 5 yr.old ... Read More

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Good for you, Julie! You took the plunge! It's scary at first, but it gets easier! You know your children best, so you can best me... Read More

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My teens have done that for 2 years now. I'm burnt out.

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Lee Binz

Monday, 09 January 2017

How to Have a Morning Meeting

Parent Training

How to Have a Morning Meeting Your role as the parent changes over time. With young children you are a primarily a caretaker. As they enter elementary...

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Lee Binz

Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Coffee is the key to homeschool happiness

Odds and Ends Sage Advice

Coffee is the key to homeschool happiness, and I can prove it. It doesn't have to be coffee, of course, any refreshment will do. But I do LOVE a nice cup of coffee! 1. Coffee can help you have your morning meeting with your kidsWhen you meet with your children each day and go over your expectations for them, the whole day will go more smoothly. A quick daily check-in is often all it takes. It reminds me a...