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About Jenn MacDonald

I'm a mom of 5 who has so completely appreciated the family unity and personal development that homeschooling has brought. I'm excited to be able to assist you in your homeschooling journey.

11What Should I Make For Lunch / Dinner? Lunch Plan or Dinner Plan

What Should I Make For Lunch / Dinner? Lunch Plan or Dinner Plan

Jan 15, 2016

Sometimes it’s not the school part of homeschool that stops up the works, sometimes it’s being buried under laundry or deciding what to have for dinner. There are sooo many blog posts to help you do meal planning.  I don’t love the work involved, but I love the result of 30-day cooking.  So, if you’d […]

12

College Plus discount

Dec 11, 2015

Now through December 18, 2016 this link gives you 5 free courses through College Plus. (I’m not sure which 5 courses, but if you were considering it, seems like it’s worth checking out.) We’ve used them in the past and have every intention of using their services in the future! The link is from Blimey […]

13Homeschool Resources in Fort Wayne, IN

Homeschool Resources in Fort Wayne, IN

Dec 4, 2015

For my readers around the country (and around the world), I apologize — this post doesn’t really apply to you.  I encourage you to find the resources in your own community because it’s VITAL for homeschoolers to network (we’ll call it professional development for your position as the administrator and teacher of your personal school). […]

14Video Games vs. Boys – 121 Productive Activities

Video Games vs. Boys – 121 Productive Activities

Oct 25, 2015

My son has been sucked into a video game!  Well, not exactly.  However, I’ve been busy lately and he’s been getting more “screen time” than I felt was good for him.  He’s not being bad…so it doesn’t require punishment, but it does require – me.  I needed to be more proactive about how he’s spending […]

15HDHH is now on Pinterest!

HDHH is now on Pinterest!

Sep 10, 2015

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16Toddler becomes a Preschooler and We Still Homeschool

Toddler becomes a Preschooler and We Still Homeschool

Jul 30, 2015

As your toddler becomes a preschooler homeschooling becomes very challenging. Let’s meet that challenge head-on. There are multiple ways of handling this.  I choose to lock myself in a room with the toddler and the school kids and forge ahead to get as much school done as possible. Why this works How this works – […]

17Real Life Homeschool Spaces

Real Life Homeschool Spaces

Jul 26, 2015

I LOVE this facebook group: Real Life Homeschool Spaces. I just joined, but it gives so much inspiration. So many things go into making the environment condusive to enjoyment & learning for YOU and your CHILDREN. Your budget Your personal style Your specific space Your child’s learning style Your teaching style Your resources AND limitations […]

1850 Toddler Activities

50 Toddler Activities

Jul 1, 2015

50 things to do with a precocious toddler so you can get a little school in. I didn’t do all these – pick and choose what will work for you.  Often, I’d spend a portion of the summer collecting a supply of Toddler or Preschool activities to use the following school year. #50. What can […]

19Tips and Tricks to Teaching Writing

Tips and Tricks to Teaching Writing

Jun 25, 2015

The first half of teaching writing is knowing what to expect from your student (click here to view the first part of this post).  The second half is just Tips and Tricks.   The most important tip I’ve found is to only ask your student to work on ONE issue at a time.  Overwhelming a student […]

20How Do I Teach Writing?

How Do I Teach Writing?

Jun 22, 2015

Half of getting started teaching writing is knowing what to expect from the kids.  The other half is a few tips and tricks (click for the tips and tricks). 1-2 grade: The student tells me a narration and I type it up.  This means I sit at the computer and type what they say when they tell me […]

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  • I called Jenn, desperate for help, preparing my student for her upcoming high school years homeschooling. She has great insight on the requirements for high school and also great suggestions on curriculum based on the students needs. Her follow up with an email included the notes from our meeting and the additional information she promised. Very pleased with her knowledge and professionalism and will be utilizing her services throughout high school! Now I’m beyond excited for the upcoming years knowing Jenn is there to help us!

    Debi C.
    Anxious about homeschooling high school
  • Jennifer was very encouraging and helpful in consulting with me on my daughter’s struggle with reading. She gave me lots of helpful information and insight.

    Alissa S.
    Mother of 4 children: 6, 4, 2 & new born
  • Jenn is fantastic at helping you organize YOUR homeschool, not just implementing HERS in your home. When my family had some personal struggles that zapped my brain of it’s ability to function Jenn opened her co-op to my kids, shared her lesson plan layout and resource list…she took all the brain work out of the year for me. We execute plans in different ways but that is what is so beautiful about working with her……she is passionate about the TRUE essence of homeschooling which is the parents educating their children in a way that fits them. She is a walking, talking example of the best homeschool how-to book you’ll ever read!!

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    This has been the best help I have come upon in my homeschool adventure. Jenn has amazing insight and an enormous amount of resources and experience.

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    Jenn was instrumental in setting up educational goals for my children, outlining a schedule that was reasonable, and recommending curriculum for my kids (6th and kinder). She is knowledgeable and strategic in her suggestion of resources. Highly recommend!

    Katie E.
    Mom of 3 in TX

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