Welcome to Abiding Wild’s Homeschool + Nature Study Blog
Using “Sing a Song of Seasons” Within the Abiding Wild Curriculum
There’s something deeply grounding about opening a book of poetry and letting the words settle into your day like a soft hush. Sing a Song of Seasons: A Nature Poem for Each Day of the Year is one of those rare books that slows you down, draws your gaze toward beauty, and reminds you and your children to savor the present moment. In the Abiding Wild curriculum, we’ve intentionally woven this poetry collection into our rhythm, not just as a lovely extra, but as a way to cultivate wonder, presence, and a relationship with the natural world.
Charlotte Mason-Inspired: The Heart Behind Abiding Wild
At Abiding Wild, we often say we’re “Charlotte Mason-inspired.” But what does that really mean?
It doesn’t mean we follow her method to the letter. We don’t hold fast to rigid schedules or rules. Instead, we’ve been shaped by the spirit of her philosophy…
How to Start a Homeschool Group That Feels Like Home
When we first dreamed of gathering with other homeschool families, we weren’t looking for a perfectly polished program. We were looking for faith-grounded connection. For shared purpose. For a space where moms and children alike could breathe a little deeper, feel seen, and grow together.
Over time, we’ve come to believe this deeply…
Glow Stick Party Games
When the sun sets on a summer evening and the kids aren’t quite ready for bed yet, it’s time to crack some glow sticks! Whether you’re out camping in the woods or you’re with a group of friends, glow stick parties are just good fun!
Read on for games and activities (if you need them…sometimes kids have better ideas they take off with).
Is Abiding Wild Like Wild + Free? A Christ-Centered Take on Nature-Based Homeschooling
Looking for a homeschool community like Wild + Free? Discover how Abiding Wild offers a Christ-centered, Scripture-rooted approach to family learning—plus crafts, nature studies, and community support.
Must-Have PE Equipment for Your Homeschool Co-Op
Prime Day 2025 is just around the corner, and the deals are about to take off! We’ve gathered some of our favorite fun-and-functional items that we use in our Abiding Wild co-op—perfect for team games, belly laughs, and getting the wiggles out during our weekly group time. Go ahead and add these to your cart now so you’re ready to grab the best deals as soon as Prime Day begins!
True Freedom: A July 4th Reflection on Faith and Homeschooling
As fireworks light up the sky this July 4th, many of us pause to give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. But for those of us walking with Christ, this day also carries a deeper, more enduring meaning—a reminder that the greatest freedom of all is found not in a flag, but in the Cross.
