September 11, 2001. Most of us remember exactly where we were, and most of our children have no memory of it at all. For them, it is history. This year, as we mark the 25th anniversary, we have a real opportunity to change that, not by overwhelming them, but by helping them understand what happened, who responded with courage, and why it still matters.

If you have Georgia “on your mind” as a state for homeschooling, I am here to offer encouragement and the basics to begin that journey. The University of Georgia was the first state-chartered university in the United States. Georgia is also home to Stone Mountain, a great field trip location, which is the world’s largest mass of exposed granite and features carvings of the faces of three Confederate leaders.

One of the great things about being a homeschool mom is that we get to spend our days with our children! And, as we teach them, we become students ourselves. We get to observe how they play, learn, and interact with the world around them. And what we learn from those observations can help us to adjust, adapt, and tailor their education to their unique needs, abilities, and preferences. But how do we do that?

Energetic. Fidgety. Hands-on. Distracted. Active.
If you hear or use these words to describe your child, you may have a kinesthetic, or tactile learner. A kinesthetic learner typically learns best (not only!) by doing. These are the children who "just can't sit still." You will often find them pacing, bouncing, tapping, or clicking. Because their learning style incorporates whole body movements, they often seem to be in perpetual motion.

A read/write learner is an independent learner. Books are their best friends. They learn best (not only!) when they can read information for themselves. They excel in summarizing complex information simply. They love words and are often excellent communicators.

If you have ever found yourself saying something like…She’s a social butterfly. He is constantly interrupting. She won’t stop talking. He asks so many questions. You may have an auditory learner! But auditory learners will often be your most engaged and responsive students.

It is important to keep in mind that all children are unique. No learning style is a perfect fit for everyone. So, while these are some characteristics that will generally apply to visual learners, it is not an exhaustive list.

Mark your calendars, America turns 250 this year! On July 4, 2026, our nation hits a milestone none of us have ever celebrated before. As homeschooling parents, we get a front-row seat to help our children see this birthday as more than a history lesson; it's a chance to reflect on God’s providence over our nation and to grow hearts of gratitude, discernment, and leadership for the generation they will one day shape.

Growing up, I loved school. I loved being a student. In college, I majored in Christian Education. I was very much a traditional “good student.” The idea of being a career or perpetual student was my dream. Today, I get to live that dream. As a homeschool mom, I am a perpetual student. As I teach my children each day, I also get to learn from them. I know my learning style. And, like most teachers, I tend to teach the way I learn best. But I have 4 children –all unique individuals with different preferences, talents, and strengths. They don’t always learn the same way I do, or the same way each other does. Knowing and understanding their learning styles has challenged me to be a better, more compassionate teacher. It has helped me to meet their academic needs and to make adjustments when necessary to help them learn more effectively.

Dear fellow homeschool mom, I see you. You're juggling lesson plans and Christmas shopping, science experiments and cookie baking, math worksheets and gift wrapping. The to-do list seems endless, and December's calendar is bursting at the seams. You want to create magical memories, maintain academic progress, and somehow keep your sanity intact.

But what if this year, we paused long enough to hear the invitation whispered in our most beloved carols—the invitation to rest?