I'm Tracy, homeschooling mom of 4 kiddos, wife to one great husband, and business owner of www.homeschoolboutique.com. Follow us on our adventure to grow a start-up home based business into an entrepreneur's dream venture. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/ en-us Homeschool Blogger Sun, 9 Aug 2009 17:22:00 -0500 Sun, 9 Aug 2009 17:22:00 -0500 We have been wholesaling our products for a little over seven months.  We now have 5 wholesalers and excited about our future.  Below is a picture sent in of a booth from Family Matters one of our wholesalers who attended a homeschool conference.  Sooo cute! If you are interested in wholesaling with Homeschool Boutique check out our wholesaling page and feel free to contact us here if you have any questions. Thanks Kenneth, Kabao, and 5 sons for the picture! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712839/ Sun, 9 Aug 2009 17:22:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712839/ How to Help Your Child Love Reading! Seven Tips: Identify what kind of reading you want to enjoy. Believe it or not, people enjoy different kinds of reading. Some people do research, some people read to learn how to do things, and some people read in order to enjoy stories or poetry. Before anything else, figure out why you want to read. Realize that there are countless types of reading materials. For example, if you want to read stories, keep in mind that there are many genres, like fantasy, sci-fi, romantic novels, creative nonfiction, etc. Don't decide you don't like reading just because you don't like one particular kind of book. Note that, after you know what kind of reading appeals to you, you should try a variety of books and series in that category. Even within the same genre, there are a wide variety of books. For example, no one could say that the works of Edgar Allen Poe and Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats are the same, even though they are both poetry. Remember, you will have trial and error. But, in the end, you'll slowly develop an interest in reading! Go to your local library. Your tax dollars pay for the service and you can try out as many books as you would like for free (as long as you remember to return or renew them on time). Create a good reading environment. Find a place that is quiet, well-lit, and comfortable. You can even make a reading nook in your room. Try listening to music. For some people, this makes reading more pleasurable. Soft music (both in volume and type) is generally received better, but any type will do. It depends on what you like. Homeschooling Rocks, Tracy http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712825/ Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:03:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712825/ Hey 2010 Seniors, Join us in this never done before effort to connect homeschool seniors from around the world by having your name included on our senior shirt.  We only have 200 spots available for names.  Spots are available on a first come first serve basis.  The shirts will have a front design with a class list on the back of the shirt similar to the one below.  We are doing pre-sales for this shirt.  The cost will be $24.99 and will ship free in October 2009.  We will start taking orders today and will stop taking orders September 30, 2009 or when all 200 spots have been taken. This is similar to how the names will appear on the back of our senior 2010 shirts.  This image is shown on the front of the shirt, but the names will be applied to the back of the shirts. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712436/ Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:23:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/712436/ 10 Tips for Choosing Books for Children of All Ages: Have children choose their own books as soon as they start showing a preference for one over another. Find the children's section of your local library. Get to know the librarian, who can be a great resource. Find out what your child is interested in, and help choose books that are related to his or her interests. Ask friends, family, and teachers what books their children have enjoyed; try a book swap. If your child does not like a book you are reading together, put it away. Reading is a fun time to share, not a time to fight. Again, Again, Again! Children may want to read the same book many times, even if you think they have outgrown it. Use book lists generated by various literacy organizations; they usually have good suggestions. For example: American Library Association, International Reading Association, Children's Book Guild. Look for books that you will like reading aloud. Your enjoyment will shine through and become contagious. Try out different kinds of books to see what appeals to your children. Have fun! Show your children the joy of reading and how it can open up a brand new world!   Homeschooling Rocks, Tracy http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/710299/ Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:57:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/710299/ If your a big texting fan, then you will love this shirt! For all those homeschool twitter fans, this is the shirt for you! This trendy homeschool shirts says homeschool rockstars!  My girls absolutely loves this shirt.  We call it girl names. My family loves books as I'm sure most homeschoolers do. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/686865/ Fri, 8 May 2009 07:58:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/686865/ Ever wanted to check out The Home School Digest?  Well you can do it free of charge.  Click on the following link and enter promo code hsbtq. http://www.HomeSchoolDigest.com/hsdsample.htm http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/676527/ Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:58:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/676527/ This is the much awaited Homeschool Princess rhinestone t-shirt.  This rhinestone studded t-shirt is great for the young princess or the older trendy teen.   We are giving one away on our facebook fan's page.  All you have to do is sign up to be our fan.    http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/669242/ Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:38:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/669242/ There are three ways to enter our Rockin' Giveaway:  1.  Every one who makes a purchase between now and February 28th, 2009 will automatically be entered into the giveaway. 2.  Blog about the giveaway. 3.  Submit a comment in our guestbook letting us know what your favorite Homeschool Boutique item is. Want more entries?  Do all three! The giveaway is for a matching Homechool Chicks Rock t-shirt and tote.  We will use Random.org to choose winner.  We will email the winner  on March 1st, 2009.  http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/659452/ Tue, 17 Feb 2009 20:43:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/659452/   Edifyathome.com  has generously partnered with Homeschool Bouique to sponsor a February Giveaway! Win a FREE inspirational shirt or bag of YOUR CHOICE from among the Homeschool Boutique’s auctions listed on edifyathome.com. To enter, simply REGISTER a FREE account with edifyathome.com and find your favorite shirt or bag from among a wide selection of the Homeschool Boutique’s AUCTIONS. Then, visit the Homeschool Boutique’s PROFILE PAGE and leave a comment in their guestbook identifying which item you’d like and WHY it is your favorite. On February 28th, our randomly selected winner will be notified via email and announced on edifyathome.com under Site News. Blessings, Tracy http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/655191/ Fri, 6 Feb 2009 07:46:03 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/655191/ Would you like to add homeschool apparel or accessories to your current store inventory? Are you looking for a way to earn some extra money?   Would you like to tap into the fast growing demand of homeschool products?  If so,  Homeschool Boutique has the products for you. Homeschool Boutique is the leading producer of unique and trendy Homeschool Apparel.  If you are interested in carrying our products in your store, website, convention, blog, social network,  home party, or as a fundraiser please check out our website.   Looking forward to partnering with you! Homeschool Boutique http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/652653/ Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:55:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolboutique/652653/