December Homeschooling

December Homeschooling

Hello Cottonwood Families, ‘Tis the season for homeschooling adventures that twinkle with the enchantment of December! November is coming to a close and we have another short stretch before Winter Break! As we unwrap the possibilities December brings to our...
Fall Foliage Fun

Fall Foliage Fun

Hello there! I hope this note finds you surrounded by the cozy warmth of fall and the vibrant hues of changing leaves. Have you noticed the kaleidoscope of colors dancing in the trees lately? It’s like Mother Nature herself is putting on a spectacular show just...
Rainy Day Revelry

Rainy Day Revelry

Dear Homeschool Families, I trust this note finds you all in good spirits as the autumn breeze and rain sweeps in. With the change in seasons, we’re gearing up for those cozy fall days, but it looks like rainy afternoons are making an early appearance. No...
Weaving Gratitude, Friendship, and Togetherness

Weaving Gratitude, Friendship, and Togetherness

Hello, fantastic homeschooling community, November is here and it’s time to infuse our homeschooling journey with gratitude, friendship, togetherness, and family. Here are some ideas from Kindly, Kara (and Pinterest) to make this month extra special. Express...
Cultivating Emotional Intelligence

Cultivating Emotional Intelligence

Before my days as a mom and HST, I was a classroom teacher in a large Bay Area school district, and within my first year, I became a well-known lead teacher. Although I honed the necessary skills to be a highly effective teacher, what truly set my classroom apart was...
Navigating Homeschooling Realities with Kara

Navigating Homeschooling Realities with Kara

Hello Homeschool Families, Here we are again with a midweek check-in from Kara as we dive into the ebb and flow of our homeschooling adventures. The beginning of my week kicked off with dishes piling up, distractions at every corner, and the inevitable juggling act of...