Balance in Teaching Reading
September 16, 2024 I’ve had several friends tell me that they have poured over my homeschool posts and re-read them many times. I’m...
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Ashley Qurollo
Sep 24 min read
Escape to Edisto
September 2, 2024 Last year we purchased a SC State Park pass with funds gifted to us at Christmas. This purchase was by far a fantastic...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 264 min read
Apple School Visuals
August 26, 2024 Apple season is almost upon us! A nearby orchard already opened, but I can’t quite bring myself to go until there is a...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 123 min read
Tea for Two
August 12, 2024 A hush settles over the house at the start of quiet time . I tiptoe upstairs and tell my oldest, “It’s time.” Squeals of...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 55 min read
Encouraging Reluctant Readers
August 5, 2024 Comparing children with other children is such an easy trap to fall into, one that brings undo stress for both parents and...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jul 293 min read
New Homeschool Dresser
July 29, 2024 As I shared a few weeks ago, I found a beautiful white armoire recently at the thrift store. On that same thrifting trip, I...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jul 223 min read
Art with My Children
July 22, 2024 My children and I nestle into our usual couch spots, ready for reading . A bright orange book awaits us, new to us but not...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jul 83 min read
Loving to Learn
July 8, 2024 Did you know that Nathaniel Hawthorne, notable author of The Scarlet Letter, wrote delightful retellings of famous Greek...
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Ashley Qurollo
May 273 min read
A Weary Heart Looks at Psalm 23:1-2
May 27, 2024 A weighty Weariness settled, and nothing could seem to displace this unwelcome intruder. “A good night’s sleep will dislodge...
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Ashley Qurollo
May 133 min read
1st Grade: Homeschool Review
May 13, 2024 With another homeschool year accomplished, I reflect on many lessons learned in the first grade year. First grade is such a...
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Ashley Qurollo
Apr 153 min read
Kids in the Kitchen
April 15, 2024 When I was a child, my parents welcomed me into the kitchen. Looking back now as a parent myself, my parent’s gracious...
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Ashley Qurollo
Mar 43 min read
Teaching Children Hymns
March 4, 2024 My fingers flow across the keys as my foot pumps the golden pedal in timely rhythm. Once the musical engine is in motion...
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Ashley Qurollo
Feb 263 min read
Singing With My Kids
February 26, 2024 At the request of a faithful reader, I have embarked on a series about music. Today I would like to share a little...
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Ashley Qurollo
Feb 193 min read
What I'm Reading
February 19, 2024 Welcome back, friends! Last week I shared how my book basket came to be, and today I will share what is currently in my...
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Ashley Qurollo
Feb 123 min read
Creating My Book Basket
February 12, 2024 For my fellow homeschoolers, you are probably familiar with the book basket concept which is simply creating a readily...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 153 min read
Inspiring Books from 2023
January 15, 2024 First, thank you to every reader who commented and encouraged me in last week's post. You have no idea what a blessing...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 23, 20235 min read
Living Simply with Lower Energy | Leaning on the Lord
October 23, 2023 I wish that I had started my “Living Simply with Lower Energy” series with an emphasis on God’s strength. Perhaps...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 2, 20236 min read
Homeschooling | Teaching Beyond the Worksheet
October 2, 2023 Welcome back! Bless you if you took time to read my thoughts on too many worksheets last week. Truly, I do not hate...
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Ashley Qurollo
Sep 25, 20235 min read
Homeschooling | Do Worksheets Really Work?
September 25, 2023 If you have read my blog posts about homeschooling or know me personally, I am not a huge fan of “Worksheet School.”...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 21, 20234 min read
Keeping the Home | Establishing a Cleaning Cycle
August 21, 2023 The coffee is brewing. I’ve already read to my kids, and they are in their designated quiet time spots. I grab my camera...
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Welcome to the heartbeat of ASHLEY QUROLLO where I love to share my heart, music, and home. Come learn with me as we explore intentional homeschooling, conservative music, and joyful home-making.
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