3 Unique Opportunities to Teach Government/Civics This Month
by Dena Bless One of the joys of homeschooling is the flexibility that allows you to take advantage of unique opportunities when they come along. This month you have three special events that allow you to teach civics/government lessons with your children of all ages....
February is Halfway!
by Connie Burroughs Celebrating the New Year has left some of you with a sense of excitement … a fresh new start! On the other hand, some of you feel overwhelmed trying to get back in the swing of things after the busy Christmas season. The inspiring book, One...
Get to know CHEA’s Executive Director
Some of you may know Angela Lasch if you are part of our Support Network, or if you've ever called the CHEA office. If you know her, it is not a surprise to you that her true giftings would lead her to CHEA's Executive Director position. Let's sit down together and...
The Shepherd’s Call: Protecting Homeschooling Freedom in California
by Nathan Pierce I. Introduction: The Hidden Threat to Homeschooling Freedom Homeschooling freedom is like a pristine mountain lake, thriving under the care of its stewards. The water is clear and full of possibility, but there are hidden threats—pipelines installed...
A Week of Christmas Activities
by Amy Sager There are only a few days left before Christmas. This is the time when my family loves to hunker down at home, bake tasty treats, make homemade ornaments, and read Christmas stories. Not only does it protect us from germs right before we travel (let me...
Christmas Time is Here!
by Becky Slamer Christmas time is here! There is so much joyful anticipation in this season, even if this year we find ourselves navigating difficult circumstances. Our perspective in approaching the season will drastically affect the mood and environment in our...
What is CHEA Thankful For?
“Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!” 1 Chronicles 16:8 (ESV) As we prepare for Thanksgiving this week, we hope that you will take the time to pause and reflect on all that the Lord has done for you and your family...
Finding the Silver Lining
by Katie Julius The month of November is often one where we focus on the things for which we are thankful. While we should always be grateful and be looking for things in our lives to give thanks for, it tends to happen in a more intentional way this time of year....
The ABCs of Raising Grateful Kids
by Natalie Orzame A Appreciate those around you. Point out road workers, good customer service workers, retail employees (especially during the holidays), clergy, military, and the garbage man to your children. Talk about the people who work hard to serve our...
A Last Minute Election Day Lesson Plan
by Katie Julius Through those time-change-bleary eyes, you glance at the calendar and realize that today is Election Day. Where did October go? Like me, you probably had some grand plans about a month ago to create a great unit study as the United States elects our...