The holiday season can feel like a beautiful whirlwind—full of sparkle and family traditions, but also full of extra to-dos, gatherings, and expectations. For many homeschool families, November and December bring a choice: do we push forward with our lessons as usual, or do we slow down and savor the season?

How Abiding Wild Co-Op Curriculum makes leading a homeschool Co-Op or nature group EASY, FUN, and FAITH-FILLED!

A follow up to our popular Instagram and Facebook post about our Parenting, Homeschooling, and Boy-parenting bookstack!

The shift from summer to fall is always a tender one. The long, unhurried days of sunshine begin to shorten, school books are opened once more, and we step into fresh rhythms of learning. It’s a season filled…

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…

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…

If we could share a gentle message to our earlier homeschooling mama selves—those ones bright eyed with planners and curriculum bookshelves full who may have felt defeated at the end of a long day—this is what we would say.

If you’ve homeschooled for more than five minutes, you’ve probably heard it:  “But what about socialization?” Cue the dramatic pause. The concerned eyebrows. The subtle implication that your children might one day grow up to speak only in Morse code and woodland creature calls. But here’s the truth: Our kids? They’re socializing just fine—thank you very much. Let’s Define “Socialization” (Without the Drama) Before we go defending ourselves too quickly, let’s talk about what r

If you’ve been inspired by the beauty and freedom of nature-based homeschooling  and you’re looking for a deeper spiritual connection  in your homeschool days, you’re not alone. But are you looking for more wonder and less woo-woo ? Many families who are drawn to open-ended, child-led learning in the great outdoors eventually ask: “Is there a Christian version of this?”  or “Where can I find a nature-based homeschool community that’s rooted in faith?” That’s exactly where Abi