Katie Waalkes

Katie Waalkes

Life in the Mundane

Wife, mom of six and second-generation homeschooler, sharing what holds up on real homeschool days.

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  • Morning Menu Printable PackEverything you need to set up your morning menus.
  • Christian Character Study GuidesAll 10 guides, from a biblical worldview.
  • Praying For The Persecuted ChurchA family prayer guide covering 24 countries.
  • Visual Bible Memory PackIllustrated verses that help every child memorize Scripture.
  • Bad Day Box GuideBe ready for the hard homeschool days.
  • You Don’t Have To Teach It AllWhen to teach, when to coach, and when to bring in help.
  • 30-Day Bite-Sized ChallengePrep for a peaceful year, one small task a day.

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    • ApologiaChristian science curriculum · Code lifeinthemundane10
    • All About Learning PressReading and spelling curriculum
    • IEWWriting curriculum
    • Teaching TextbooksMath 3 through Pre-Calculus · Free trial
    • The Waldock WayResources for a love of learning
    • Plan Prep PrayHome and homeschool planner
    • Not ConsumedBible studies for kids
    • WORLD Watch NewsTen-minute news for students
    • Kids Cook Real FoodCooking classes for kids
    • Wonder Roots PrintingPrint your curriculum and PDFs
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