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Poem: Where The Darkness Lives
This poem is about living with grief and sadness while continuing to love, parent, and be present. It’s about longing for happiness without wanting to lose the depth that comes from feeling everything. It’s about worrying that screens, exhaustion, and everyday struggles might overshadow the love our children remember, even when we’re trying our best.…
Can Children Really Learn Without School? Thoughts After Reading This Powerful Unschooling Book
When I picked up School Isn’t For Everyone by Heidi Steel, I expected an encouraging and thought-provoking read about unschooling and home education — especially knowing that Naomi Fisher had written the foreword. What I didn’t expect was just how deeply parts of the book would resonate with me, particularly its compassionate approach to children,…
Book Review: Lauren St John Series (The White Giraffe, Dolphin Song, The Last Leopard, The Elephant’s Tale & Operation Rhino)
For parents whose children love animal stories, Lauren St John does a series of deeply moving stories based in South African. These stories have sparked curiosity and have engaged my children throughout. A Captivating Blend of Adventure and Compassion The White Giraffe series introduces readers to Martine, a young girl sent to live on a…
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