Where were you in 1988? A cute infant in a crib? A preschooler asking “Why?” A first time homeschooler? 1988 was the year Hawaii got its homeschool law – Chapter 12 Compulsory Attendance Exceptions. Homeschooling was now legal in Hawaii. So began the homeschool movement in our Aloha State. Fast forward, 10 or so years, and homeschool parents are busy…
I have heard it said that prayer is one of the best gifts a mother can give her child. As homeschooling moms, we continually bring our children before the Lord. We pray without ceasing. For what do we pray; most certainly that they will receive the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ. We pray, Ephesians 6:1-3…
We are all busy moms as we homeschool our children and manage the home. Often times we rush through the day to complete a lesson, get a meal on the table, or throw laundry in the washer; after all, the kiddos do need clean underwear. We are all too familiar with the tyranny of the…
Are you a New Year’s resolution type of person? With curriculum sales, new activities starting up in the spring, and the probability of a busy push to the end of the school year, I do think there is great value in taking time to look back, evaluate, and pray for the future. The beginning of…
Do you have a fond Christmas childhood memory you cherish and like to think back on? Is there a special family tradition you try to make sure happens? Do your kids wake you up early in eager anticipation on Christmas morning? We, who still have little people at home, are blessed with extra doses of…
Have you ever felt alone? Have you felt like you have no one to turn to in the midst of struggles or a tough situation? As believers, we are gifted with the promise that God will never leave us or forsake us. His Spirit is with us, our ever-present help in time of trouble. And…
As homeschool families are often on single incomes, we are always on the lookout for great deals. This month, CHOH takes a look at low-cost or free resources for your Hawaii homeschooling budget. If you’re feeling the financial pinch of living in the islands, here are a variety of local activities, field trip tips, and…
You might be tempted to skip this section but hear me out. Have you ever thought about starting a co-op? It’s not that hard and the benefits are totally worth the effort. All you need are three things: People Place Purpose Take a moment to take inventory of your homeschool circles. Are there homeschool friends…
How is your summer going? Have you been able to get out and enjoy the sunshine? With a busy baseball spring over and ocean temps back to within reason for this spoiled Hawai’i girl, the beauty of God’s creation calls. Once again, this summer I’ve made it a personal goal to get myself to the…
Though my daughter and husband insist it is not summer until the summer solstice, for me, June marks the beginning of beach time, hiking, and jumping through sprinklers. It is also a season of transition, especially for our military families. As homeschooling parents, a common question many in the islands face is, “How do I find…
