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Psalm 4

Thursday, March 16, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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Psalm 4 Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer. How long, O men, will my honor be maligned? How long will you love vanity and seek after lies? Selah Know that the LORD has set …

Category: Bible PassagesTag: Psalms (Bible)

Psalm 104

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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Psalm 104 Bless the LORD, O my soul! O LORD my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty. He wraps Himself in light as with a garment; He stretches out the heavens like a tent, laying the beams of His chambers in the waters …

Category: Bible PassagesTag: Psalms (Bible)

“Doe Ye Nexte Thynge” by Mrs. George A. Paull | Printable Poem

Sunday, March 5, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026)
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The classic poem “Doe Ye Nexte Thynge” by Mrs. George A. Paull was popularized by Christian author, Elisabeth Elliot.  You can download this pretty and motivational poem in my printables shop. Hang it somewhere to inspire you each day!  …

Category: Homemaking | Printable PoetryTag: Making Wise Choices
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Taking The Time To Listen To Your Child

Friday, February 24, 2023 (Updated: Sunday, June 28, 2026)
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I wanted to share a word of encouragement this morning, but I didn’t have anything specifically planned. This book stood out to me on the bookshelf over my desk so I pulled it down. I had apparently tucked the back of the dust jacket into this …

Category: Homeschooling & Family Relationships
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A Little Update

Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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I haven’t disappeared or given up my website. I needed some time to think about things and see where God might be leading me next after dividing this website into two. I’m very happy with that decision and the creation of a second website …

Category: Our Family LifeTag: LBLD (Language Based Learning Disabilities)

“Washington’s Birthday” by Margaret E. Sangster | Printable Poem

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026)
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Use this lovely poem “Washington’s Birthday” by Margaret E. Sangster as part of your poetry, George Washington, or Presidents’ Day unit. This printable from my shop tells the story of the birth of George Washington from the perspective of his …

Category: Printable PoetryTag: George Washington | Presidents' Day

“Great Washington” by Annette Wynne | Printable Poem

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026)
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Use the stirring short poem “Great Washington” by Annette Wynn as part of your poetry, George Washington, or Presidents’ Day unit. This printable from my shop tells of the desire to be a worthy “son” of the great George Washington.  …

Category: Printable PoetryTag: George Washington | Presidents' Day

“Battle of Trenton” by Anonymous | Printable Poem

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026)
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Use the powerful poem “Battle of Trenton” by Anonymous as part of your poetry, George Washington, or Revolutionary War unit. This printable from my shop recalls and celebrates the events of that battle.  Download a copy to read with your …

Category: Printable PoetryTag: George Washington | Presidents' Day

Use a KWL in Your Homeschool Unit Study

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026)
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The KWL chart is one of the most helpful yet underutilized tools a homeschool parent can use. I rarely see them mentioned in homeschool publications and I think people are missing out. They are a great tool to use before you plan and begin any unit …

Category: Free KWL Printables

Presidents’ Day Unit Study

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 4, 2026)
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Presidents’ Day is a wonderful American holiday celebrating two of our great presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. I’ve gathered up books, printables, activities, worksheets, and resources for your Presidents’ Day unit …

Category: Homeschool Unit StudiesTag: Abraham Lincoln | America | George Washington | Presidents' Day
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Sallie Schaaf Borrink

I’m Sallie — wife, mother, just-retired homeschooler, and curator of my home. Our little family lives a quiet and cozy life of home education, self-employment, and pithy exchanges. I’ve been writing here for 20+ years about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. And I like to laugh. A lot. Start here. ♥

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