Check out the recording from April Edwards’s live video: https://embracinghome.substack.com/p/10-book-recs-for-effective-communication One of my biggest fears in life is being misunderstood. When I encounter a situation where I communicated badly it is guaranteed I will spend a few days rehashing that interaction and second guessing the whole conversation. (Not necessarily a good thing… which is why…
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My March/April Personal Curriculum Plans
What’s in my personal curriculum basket & how I planned it out Today I am sharing all the reasons behind my planning based on my personal study-type (Relaxed but Intentional) as well as my book list for the next 2 months. Right now my personal curriculum is all about learning that fits into my real…
My February Personal Curriculum Plans
“You seriously read over 100 books last year?” His eyes went wide as he looked from me to the bookshelf beside my desk. “Yeah,” I laughed, pointing to the basket on the side table. “These are just the ones I’m reading this month.” Another friend peeked into the doorway. “Okay, but I love this room!…
December Recap & Christmas Reflections
What I read and some results of my planning. ❄️🎄🎀 This month was very full but not overwhelming (thankfully!). In my home, there was so much joy and togetherness, but not as many structured and scheduled events which we all definitely needed. I really enjoyed spending more time in analog tasks and tangible projects like…
Simple Ways to Spark More Winter Reading
Practical tips to help reluctant readers fall in love with books. Let’s turn stories into a source of joy and curiosity, not just another homework assignment! [+ free printable] This post is a favorite from the blog archives:my favorite tips for reluctant readers, especially kids. Enjoy! 📖 We can all agree that reading is a…
How I Stopped Feeling Guilty for Reading
Why getting a lamp and taking my shoes off helps me read. Reading is an act of quiet resistance against hustle culture. . I have childhood memories of running home from elementary school excited to read my new library book until my parents got home from work. (Yes, I was an 80’s latchkey kid.😜) I…
Theme Learning for Your Personal Curriculum
Learning comes alive when your reading, watching, and doing connect around one idea. It turns scattered input into a meaningful journey. [ + free PDF ] The first time I intentionally added themed learning to my own personal pursuits was when we were studying Medieval European History. I was reading aloud from our text and…
Notes in the Margins – Annotating & Journaling
For those just getting started or returning to these habits after a long pause, this is a gentle guide for the thoughtful reader. I’ll be setting up a table at an outdoor market where I’ll sell bookish things along with signed copies of my book. The crowd will mostly be college students, and I have…
My Book: Subtle Resistance
Posted on Author April EdwardsPosted in Homemaking, Homeschooling, Mom Life, My Reading Stack, Printables, Productivity, Sabbath Living, Seasonal Planning, Subtle Resistance Podcast, Travel with Kids, Writing
It’s here! 🎉🎈 🥳Celebrate my book launch with me! 🎉🎈 (+ early order freebie) 💙My book is finally ready to order on Amazon!! This has been two years of hard work to get this book finished and published. After writing, revising, and second-guessing (because let’s be honest, that’s part of the process), Subtle Resistance is…
Quiet Rebellion in a Noisy World
When everyone’s shouting for your attention, choosing a book to read can become an act of resistance. Maybe it’s time to stop absorbing and start curating. . “If you’re not paying for the product, then you are the product.” – Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma In the culture we live in we are inundated with…