A Back-to-(Home)School Post Roundup

I've had a handful of people ask me about our school plans for this upcoming year.  

Eh.  

I'm lacking my usual back-to-school enthusiasm, but I've got the back-to-school anxiety aplenty.  

Our plans are made, most of the materials and supplies are bought.  I did all my supply shopping on Amazon for the first time.  I think it probably cost more, but it saved me a panic attack in the back-to-school department of Target.  And we get to see our friendly UPS guy - Brian -  more....   I'm sure he thinks I'm a shopaholic.  I want to say to him, "I'm not!!  I swear!  It's just scotch tape and glue sticks and No 2 pencils and flashcards.  And for whatever reason, Amazon sends them all in separate, but gigantic, boxes.  So I know it looks like you just delivered the latest fashion trend in every different color, but it's really just crayons.  And maybe baby powder..."  

I don't have anything new to offer this year by way of awesome curriculum options or fabulous new supplies, but I did want to gather some of my past homeschool posts for your perusal.  We're sticking with our tried and true favorite books, programs, and methods.  Even though I'm having trouble uncovering my usual enthusiasm for school, I am still heartily enthusiastic about the resources we've come to love :)  If you have any questions or suggestions, let's chat!  Maybe talking about books and plans will help kindle my excitement for the new year!  

****** Posts about Homeschool Curriculum, Supplies, and Resources ******

My Homeschool Curriculum Favorites

My Favorite Audio Learning Resources for Homeschooling

All the Homeschool Extras That We Love

Adding a Little Extra Tech to Our Homeschool

Worthwhile Apps for Homeschool

****** Posts on How We Homeschool ******

How We Homeschool Without a School Room

How Lesson Planning Checklists Improved our Homeschool Days and Attitudes

How I Homeschool (The Self Interview In Which I Try to Sound Like I Know What I'm Doing)

See Me Homeschool (And Ordinary Day in Pictures)

****** Other Posts With Thoughts on Homeschooling ******


Education in the Hands of Amateurs

Part 1: Take a Deep Breath and Don't Do Preschool

Part 2: 25 Things to Do Instead of Preschool

Part 3: ABC's, 123's and Other Stuff: 25 Things to Use With Your Preschooler Instead of a Boxed Curriculum

I do love to chat books, supplies, and curriculum, so let's talk!  Got any questions about the stuff we use and love?  What are you using this year?  Happy planning!