The Homeschooling Housewife: Juggling it all, one priority at a time

by Amber Fox

Do you find yourself trying to juggle all of your responsibilities and realize that you just can’t seem to balance them all? Do you wish you could keep up with all of the demands, with an attitude of dignity and grace? Well, hope is here! Grab a cup of coffee or hot tea and let Amber’s words of wisdom speak to your heart. As a wife and homeschooling mom of seven kids, she’s been right where you are and her heart is to share her insight gained from years of experience and learning through trial-and-error, along with Biblical wisdom and guidance, to encourage moms in their calling. You will learn practical tips on how to juggle your responsibilities so you can thrive each day. If you are ready to start enjoying your current season of life and live intentionally, then this is your opportunity! Prepare to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to move toward your desire to live a purposeful life as a homeschooling homemaker. With questions to ponder and apply at the end of each chapter, you will be on your way to balancing your priorities with confidence and joy, ready to live each day on purpose. The Homeschooling Housewife includes Balancing the Priorities ~ Putting God First ~ Loving Your Husband ~ Nurturing Your Precious Kids ~ Serving the Body of Christ ~ Keeper of Your Home And More! PLEASE This is NOT a handbook for 'how to homeschool,' but rather a book that will help you with all of the responsibilities you juggle as you homeschool and how to cut through the chaos and overwhelm. “...This is THE Go-To book for homeschooling mamas who really do want to do it all without being burdened by overwhelm and just need someone to show them how to make it work…” Lisa Tucker, blogger at gracefulabandon.com and homeschooling mom of eight kids. “...Your writing is so relatable and just like a conversation at the kitchen table.” Shari M., Homeschooling mom of 11 kids, homeschooled for 23 years, author, editor, and public speaker.

207 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 6, 2017

Reviews

[Alicia Bayer · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is fine if you are looking for a book on how to really amp up your devotion to God and your husband. It just doesn't happen to have much to do with homeschooling or housekeeping.

I assumed by the title that it would be about homeschooling, housekeeping and "juggling it all" since that's pretty much what the title says. Instead, it's mostly about making more time to do more bible study and prayer, training children to be obedient, teaching your children to do do more bible study and prayer, and serving God and your husband.

There is some talk about the importance of disciplining children when they are sinful and then being loving afterwards. That whole section just made me a little sick to my stomach, to be honest.

I'm sure this will be very welcome advice for some Christian homeschooling mothers, and it's probably a very helpful book for those who are looking for guidance in terms of scripture and such. It just wasn't what I was looking for.

[Stacy Atherton Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Despite my 12+ years of homeschooling, I still enjoy reading about it and learning how to improve. I took many notes from this book about ways to upgrade my parenting and homeschooling. I will say, though, that this book had quite a few typos that I had to overlook. (I read the paperback version.)

[Kimberly C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Homeschooling Housewife by Amber Fox is a book every Christian homeschooling mom should have on her shelf (or her ereader!). Amber is a gifted teacher and writer and her book is engaging and helpful without being preachy. The book is well organized and covers a variety of topics related to homeschooling and homemaking. It contains Biblically sound advice for all the most important areas of life, from relationships with God, husband, and children, to keeping a tidy and orderly home, to cultivating godly friendships, to managing finances wisely. The encouragement and wisdom contained in this book will give that guidance needed on those really tough days (we all have them!) and the reassurance to keep focused on what is most important in life.

As a homeschooling mom of 8 with over 18 years experience teaching my own children at home, I have learned a few things about homeschooling and raising kids. This book reminded me of things I had overlooked in my homeschooling efforts. But it also gave me some new things to think about and some really fun and creative ideas to try in my own home. I’ve read a lot of books on homeschooling and homemaking over the years—some were great, some were just okay. This book definitely falls into the “great” category. Throughout this book, I discovered wonderful gems of wisdom and insight that will be a huge help to me in my homeschooling efforts going forward. I highly recommend this book to any mom who is homeschooling or even considering homeschooling. You will find this book a huge asset and encouragement.

[Anna Payne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do you homeschool or thinking about it

The first chapter is worth the whole book, with examples, exercises, and plans for the whole family, devotions will finally regularly happen.

[Jennifer Barfield]

This book is amazing!!! Great practical book!!!

[P.J. Paulson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book and the relationships within the family. It's a great read.

[Rhea · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are very few books written to wives, moms, AND homeschoolers, so this is a valuable resource!