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What if your homeschool doesn’t need more?

Published on October 3, 2026September 30, 2026 by Susie @ Pollywog's Place BlogLeave a comment

Do you ever look around at your homeschool and wonder if you just need *more*—more curriculum, more systems, more perfectly planned schedules—before it will finally feel like it’s working?

Friend, we want to gently remind you: you don’t have to be a superhero mom who teaches every subject flawlessly, handles every big emotion perfectly, and somehow raises kids who always love learning and love the Lord without any struggles.

When you put biblical discipleship first, you can let go of trying to do it all—and start enjoying teaching at home alongside your kids. At the free, five-day online Homeschool Teaching Summit (coming October 19–23, 2026), you’ll be encouraged to lean on the Lord and …

simplify your days
focus on what matters most
rely on God with greater confidence.

Grab Your Free Ticket to the Homeschool Teaching Summit 2026

You can grab your free ticket now at homeschoolsummits.com/teaching for five days of practical, God-centered help from real parents, authors, and experts—so you can step into a homeschool rhythm filled with more joy and peace for your whole family.

Praying God’s richest blessings over you and your homeschool!

Get Your Free Ticket Now for the Homeschool Teaching Summit 2026

Published on September 30, 2026September 30, 2026 by Susie @ Pollywog's Place BlogLeave a comment

Feeling overwhelmed by homeschooling? You’re juggling so much—teaching, parenting, discipling your kids, covering every subject for every age and learning style—and you’re probably wondering if you can actually raise successful, kind kids while keeping your sanity intact. (Spoiler: it’s tough!)

Here’s some good news: you don’t have to do it all! When you focus on biblical discipleship first, you can let go of the pressure to do everything—and suddenly, homeschooling becomes something you and your kids can actually enjoy together.

We’d love to see you at our free, five-day online Homeschool Teaching Summit! Learn how to lean on the Lord as you:

Simplify your homeschool
Focus on what matters most
Teach with God-centered confidence

Dreaming of a homeschool filled with joy for your whole family? Come join us for biblical wisdom and practical tools to help you teach your kids at home—and discover a more joyful year of God-centered teaching together.

Get Your Free Ticket Now for the Homeschool Teaching Summit 2026

May GOD Bless You!

Celebrate Kindness: 10 Simple Acts for Everyone

Published on April 24, 2026April 25, 2026 by Susie @ Pollywog's Place BlogLeave a comment

Our theme of the month is KINDNESS, so my kiddos made some lists of ways that they can show KINDNESS to others. Below are the top 10 ways that they had listed:

Helping others with chores around the house and/or helping others without being asked.
Using KIND words, no grumbling or complaining.
Doing Random ACTS of KINDNESS.
Having a good attitude and showing love to others.
Sharing with others.
Spending time with others.
Cooking a meal or making a snack for someone.
Talking to people and having a listening ear.
Playing games with others and letting them choose what game to play.
Writing a nice note or making a card for someone.

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Sowing in Grace & Abundance: A Faith-Based Chaos Garden Guide & Devotional

Published on April 17, 2026April 8, 2026 by Susie @ Pollywog's Place BlogLeave a comment

I’ve been so busy and so sick… these two things don’t go together, but I think I am on the mend now. I’ve missed a couple of deadlines that I had set for myself and I wasn’t able to get a couple of things posted on the blog, but I’m trying to catch up a bit. Maybe I’ve just set my goals too high for this year? I won’t give up on them though… the timeline just might get altered a little bit.

I know I’ve done some videos on CHAOS GARDENING, and I know it isn’t for everyone, but it can be fun. It is also something that kids can help with. I’ve put together a little guide with some suggested seed mixes to try. I also find gardening helps bring me closer to GOD and can really help me when I’m feeling a bit stressed… I combined this garden guide with an optional devotional, if you’d like to give it a try.

I’ve also added some edible flower suggestions to the guide. This method of gardening works really well when you have a bunch of old seeds that need to be used up too… does anyone else have that problem?

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Let’s Graduate! Homeschool Diploma Printable Template

Published on April 7, 2026October 20, 2026 by Susie @ Pollywog's Place BlogLeave a comment

I know we are excited when we have someone graduating and often it seems like we misplace the template for the diplomas… here is the most recent one we have used so that you can use it too… if you like!