Wrinkles & Rainbows

Planning the perfect trip

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Not the same

I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world. Stuff your eyes with

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Video Adventures

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Hi, I’m Amber — a veteran homeschooling mom with over 20 years of experience. Now, I’m starting fresh with my youngest, navigating life as Nana to my grandbabies and figuring out how to parent and homeschool a “basically” only child. I write largely about gentle homeschooling, with a splash of homemaking, faith, and life in the heart of Texas. Welcome, and I’m so glad you’re here!

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Countdown to Thanksgiving!

November 7, 2024/

The last two months of the year are my FAVORITE months of the whole entire year! Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas… not...

Start with sounds, not stress. A simple, gentle guide to phonics that honors your child’s pace — and your peace.

September 13, 2024/

Teaching phonics to preschoolers: are they ready? That’s not a “one size” answer. (Sorry.) Whether your preschooler is ready to...

On the Farm, Preschool Unit

September 4, 2024/

Preschoolers love learning about farms! Doing a preschool farm study is a great way to introduce them to some new...