Homeschooling & Loving It!: Recent Episodes
Jamie Gaddy
Where'd my instruction manual go??? I know we've all wondered that about parenting and homeschooling! Join us as we chat about the big stuff and everything in-between! Helping homeschoolers with practical teaching tips to find all they need to Homeschool and Love it!!
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Keeping Homeschooling Interesting: 5 Key Takeaways to Reignite the Spark
Homeschooling is a beautiful journey—but let’s be honest, even the most passionate homeschool families hit a rut now and then. If your days are starting to feel a little too routine, don’t worry—you’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.
The good news? You can absolutely bring the spark back into your homeschool! Here are five simple but powerful ways to keep things fresh, fun, and full of curiosity.
- Change the Scenery
Sometimes, all it takes is a new environment to breathe life into your homeschool day. Learning doesn’t have to happen at the kitchen table every day. Try this:
Take your lessons outside for a “nature school” day.
Visit a local library or museum.
Do a “coffee shop school” morning with your older kids.
A change of scenery can inspire new energy and creativity for both you and your kids!
- Let Your Kids Lead
One of the greatest gifts of homeschooling is flexibility. So why not let your kids take the lead once in a while? Try this:
Ask your kids what they’re curious about.
Create a mini unit study around their interests.
Start a “Wonder Wall” where they can post questions or topics they want to explore.
When kids are invested in what they’re learning, motivation skyrockets.
- Mix Up the Media
Textbooks are great—but they’re not the only way to learn. Incorporating different learning tools keeps things exciting and caters to different learning styles. Try this:
Watch a documentary instead of reading a chapter.
Listen to a podcast or audiobook during lunch.
Replace one lesson a week with a hands-on project or educational game.
Learning can be dynamic, interactive, and even a little messy—and that’s okay!
- Celebrate the Small Wins
It’s easy to focus on what still needs to be done, but don’t forget to celebrate how far you’ve come. Recognizing progress builds confidence and joy. Try this:
Create a “Victory Jar” and fill it with accomplishments, big or small.
Celebrate finishing a tough unit with a special treat or outing.
Let your kids showcase their work to friends or family.
These moments create lasting memories and positive associations with learning.
- Take Breaks Without Guilt
Burnout is real—for both kids and parents. If things feel off, it’s okay to pause. Rest is not a setback—it’s part of the process. Try this:
Schedule a “Flex Friday” every other week for catch-up, creativity, or rest.
Take a mental health day when needed.
Use breaks to reconnect as a family—no lesson plans required.
Remember, homeschooling is a marathon, not a sprint. Grace is just as important as grit. Homeschooling doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. By staying flexible, curious, and connected, you can keep your homeschool vibrant and joyful all year long.
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For some parents, the thought of homeschooling melts their hearts. But, today’s podcast is about sharing with the world that YOU CAN homeschool and there is no reason to fear!
Joining Jamie today is Carrie Strong, author of the book “You Can Homeschool!” Her book is designed to help other parents see the simplicity of homeschooling and a clear path to getting started.
Jamie and Carrie chat about how to start, the lessons they’ve learned, and encouragement for all parents who are on the fence. If you can, take a minute to look at the book “You Can Homeschool” by Carrie Strong and Megan Todd.
Why Choose Homeschooling?Carrie Strong begins by addressing the fundamental question of why parents might choose to homeschool. She highlights the benefits, such as personalized learning, flexible schedules, and the ability to incorporate family values and beliefs into the curriculum. Homeschooling allows parents to tailor the educational experience to their child’s unique needs and interests, fostering a love for learning.
Getting Started: The Basics“You CAN Homeschool” covers the essential steps to get started. Strong provides a comprehensive overview of the legal requirements for homeschooling in different regions, helping parents understand what is needed to comply with local regulations. She also discusses how to set up a conducive learning environment at home, including tips on organizing space and materials.
Choosing the Right CurriculumOne of the key challenges in homeschooling is selecting the right curriculum. Strong offers insights into various homeschooling methods, such as classical education, unschooling, and Charlotte Mason. She encourages parents to explore different approaches and choose one that aligns with their educational philosophy and their child’s learning style.
Real-Life Stories and TipsWhat sets “You CAN Homeschool” apart are the real-life stories from experienced homeschooling parents. These stories provide inspiration and practical tips, showing that homeschooling is not only possible but also enjoyable. Parents share their successes and challenges, offering valuable lessons learned along the way.
Staying Motivated and ConnectedHomeschooling can sometimes feel isolating, but Strong emphasizes the importance of staying connected with other homeschooling families and communities. She provides resources for finding local support groups, online forums, and co-op classes. These connections can offer support, encouragement, and opportunities for socialization for both parents and children.
Embracing FlexibilityOne of the greatest advantages of homeschooling is its flexibility. Strong encourages parents to embrace this flexibility and adapt their teaching methods as needed. Whether it’s taking a spontaneous field trip, incorporating hands-on projects, or adjusting the schedule to accommodate a child’s interests, flexibility can make homeschooling a dynamic and engaging experience.
“You CAN Homeschool” by Carrie Strong and Megan Todd is a comprehensive guide that empowers parents to take charge of their children’s education. With practical advice, inspirational stories, and a wealth of resources, this book is an excellent starting point for any parent considering homeschooling. By following Strong’s guidance, parents can create a nurturing and effective learning environment that meets their child’s unique needs.
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Join our host, Jamie, as she shares her best tips for keeping your homeschool sanity!
As a homeschool mom of six, she’s had to gather survival skills for juggling all the parental duties, housekeeping tasks, work-at-home responsibilities, and homeschooling. It’s a challenge for each of us. But there are a few tried and true methods that help to keep the day flowing smoothly while also helping parents keep their sanity.
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In this podcast you’ll hear from our host Jamie and her special guest educator, Nikki Wilson on the topic of handwriting.
Challenges with Teaching HandwritingChildren are often bored or struggle with the fine motor skills involved with learning how to write letters. Nikkie shares several tips for helping them overcome these roadblocks along with ways to get them to smile!
Tips for Teaching Young Children HandwritingAs an educator, Nikki found several ways to help children enjoy handwriting and remember the process. Using rhythm in an exciting way, children become motivated and begin to enjoy handwriting time. Listen in for easy tips on how to help your little one using rhythm.
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For some homeschoolers, homeschool assessment can be confusing and even challenging. Join Jamie, homeschool mom of 6, as she shares how you can make it simple and easy.
Once upon a time, in the quiet corners of suburban homes, families embarked on a unique educational journey: homeschooling. As they navigated this path, they encountered various forms of assessment to gauge their children’s progress. Let’s delve into the world of homeschool grading and assessment and explore the different ways homeschoolers evaluate their young scholars.
Types of Homeschool Assessment Daily Homeschool GradesThe Morning Routine: Every day, homeschooling parents don their teacher hats, armed with pencils and grade books. Their mission? To assess their child’s progress through daily grades or observations. These grades and observations weren’t just numbers; they were windows into understanding.
Formal or Informal? Formal assessment is the giving and taking of quizzes and tests while informal assessment is the observation that we conduct every day as we homeschool our children!
Flexibility and Freedom: Unlike traditional schools, homeschooling allows flexibility. Parents can choose when to grade, how to grade, and whether to grade at all. Some days, they skip the grading altogether, opting for experiential learning—a trip to the local museum or a nature walk.
Placement TestsThe Quest for the Right Level: Imagine a treasure map with an “X” marking the spot. Placement tests served as those “X” marks for homeschoolers. Parents use them to determine the appropriate grade level or mastery level within the grade for their child. Was little Timmy ready for third-grade math or perhaps a leap into fourth-grade beginning algebra?
Portfolio AssessmentThe Chronicles of Progress: Portfolio assessment was homeschooling’s grand epic—a saga chronicling a student’s journey. Imagine a thick leather-bound book filled with pages of achievement. Each entry told a tale: a poem penned, a science experiment documented, a painting captured. We’ll use Timmy as an example.
Showcase Portfolios: In the portfolio, showcase sections sparkled. Timmy’s best work—his eloquent essay on ancient civilizations, the watercolor masterpiece of a sunflower—found their place. These were the gems he’d proudly share with visiting grandparents.
Progress Portfolios: Progress portfolios whispered secrets of growth. Timmy’s early attempts at cursive writing, shaky and uncertain, now flowed like a babbling brook. His science notes evolved from scribbles to structured hypotheses.
Working Portfolios: Working portfolios held drafts—the raw clay of creativity. Timmy’s short stories, revised and polished, nestled here. His math scratch paper revealed the journey from confusion to clarity.
Virtual Portfolios: In the digital age, virtual portfolios emerged. Timmy’s blog chronicled his adventures—virtual field trips, coding projects, and book reviews. The internet became his canvas, and the world his audience. Visit this podcast for a cool app that let’s you create Virtual Portfolios with a snap.
State Requirements: Some states demand these portfolios for evaluation. Parents meticulously curate them, ensuring a balanced representation of the child’s learning odyssey.
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Overview of Homeschool AssessmentThe Patchwork of Laws: Across the nation, homeschooling laws are a patchwork quilt. Some states require detailed reviews, daily grade reporting, and insights into the homeschooling journey. Others simply nod and let families chart their course.
Annual Standardized Tests: In certain states, an annual rite awaits—the standardized test. If this is your fate, please take the time to prepare your students to help avoid test anxiety.
Two Categories of Homeschoolers: First, those accountable to the state—families reporting to comply with laws, their portfolios neatly organized. Second, those not legally considered homeschooled—perhaps virtual academy students. Records are created and maintained by the virtual school.
The Crucial Key, Understanding State Laws: For Timmy’s family, understanding their state’s homeschooling laws was crucial. It determined their testing path, their freedom, and their responsibility. They studied legal texts, joined homeschooling forums, and connected with fellow adventurers. Once their state laws were fulfilled, they had the freedom to choose how to grade and track their student’s achievement with their choice of method.
And so, in the cozy nooks of their homes, homeschool education unfolded—a symphony of achievement, progress, and memories made!
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Join Jamie as she interviews Kimberly Langen, a highly educated and gifted educator who started Spirit of Math in 1994 to challenge learners to think differently!
Kimberly has developed an alternative way to helping gifted and high performing learners stay motivated and learn mathematics in ways that align with their particular style of thinking. This podcast was very enlightening and if you have a gifted or high-performing learner you’ll want to listen in. Kim shares a great many practical tips on how to homeschool and keep your learners motivated.
One of my key takeaways was that mathematics needs to be taught in 4 steps:
1 Drill to build automaticity
2 Core Content including topics and spiral learning for younger children
3 Problem Solving in real world application that allows students to use reasoning and logic
4 Collaborative Group Work that elevated thinking, let them talk about it out loud it will stretch them to new reasoning
And something else I learned, in case you were wondering what the difference was between a gifted learner and a high performing learner:
1 Gifted Learner is a student classified as gifted by demonstrating a high level of intellectual ability.
2 High Performing learner is a learner that is simply very motivated to learn!
Don’t forget that it is also important for these learners to learn from failure. Learning from failure often brings about a new level of logical reasoning that wasn’t accessible before.
If you have a gifted or high performing learner and are feeling challenged on how to homeschool them reach out to Spirit of Math. They have regional classes as well as online options for homeschool students.
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This episode is one of my favorites! In honor of School Choice Week, I was able to join several other homeschooling mamas who shared their ups and downs and encouragement for homeschoolers new and experienced! We had a great time talking about homeschooling and this episode is full of nuggets of wisdom from four very experienced homeschool parents!
If you are interested in learning more about homeschooling please visit our Getting Started Guide to Homeschooling.
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If you’re not sure if you can or even should homeschool, then this podcast is for you. Join Jamie and Stephanie Palazzolo as they chat about the rights you have as a parent and how to get started. Remember, you can start homeschooling at any time!
Some of the best advice for homeschoolers is that you know your child better than anyone, including a teacher. Don’t sell yourself short, you have been your child’s first teacher since the day they were born, and now that you want to homeschool… you can still be that amazing first teacher.
Take time to visit Stephanie at her site The Homeschool Expert to find help and get your questions answered!
Find more information about Getting Started Homeschooling here. Understand the steps to getting started and watch advice videos from our host, Jamie Gaddy. You’ll soon see that homeschooling is a wise educational option for your children.
Discover what your state requires for homeschoolers.
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER What is pursuing “Their Excellence?” If you’re not sure, then you’ll want to listen in to this podcast with Jamie and Jessica where they dig deep into how you can encourage your kids and actually PLAN to help them pursue “their” unique excellence! Our guest today is a […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER With the growing popularity of homeschooling and the wide selection of materials and resources that are now available, we know that it can be difficult for homeschoolers to find what they need and the basics of what they need to do to organize and keep records in their […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Jamie shares her heart about family life and difficulties along the journey but also points to the fact that failure isn’t the end. Even if we have to set aside homeschooling for a bit, there is always a fresh start tomorrow. A Quote from Anne of Green Gables […]
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Let me introduce you to Phil. Phil Denniston is founder and CEO of InflationEducation.net, better bedtime stories revealing the secrets of the debt-based fiat money system using the pricnipals of liberty, sound money, Austrian Economics, and Natural Law. Phil holds a BA in Economics from the University of Colorado.
With InflationEducation.net Phil was able to marry his two passions: Understanding the history and mechanics of our monetary system AND using story-time with his four children (ages 5-14) to reveal the wizard behind the curtain, preparing them for the debt-based fiat money system that awaits.
It’s common knowledge that our country is in financial trouble. And most of us, as parents realize that we need to a step back and begin educating our children – and sometimes ourselves -about money and for financial stability. But I noticed when I was reading your bio, that you mentioned the “debt-based fiat money system” These are terms that not all of our parents will be familiar with can you take a minute to help us better understand? (read more below)
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Phil’s Response:
One challenge for parents’ intent on preparing kids for the world that awaits is finding materials or curriculum revealing how the money system works. By that we mean not just the basics of finance – saving, spending, investing, compound interest, and borrowing – but the essence of money: What is money, what works in the role, what are its historical properties, and how is money created?
Most parents (and school systems) cannot touch the subject because they don’t even know themselves. All of us were raised to believe today’s money is just what it should be, and the only way it could be. Instead, we’re living – right now – in a historical aberration, using unbacked, debt-based fiat money.
Debt growth (both public and private) has exceeded economic growth (or our ability to repay) for decades, and the inflation that is now accelerating – $7 dollars for a dozen eggs? – is the signal that the money system itself is breaking down, unraveling in plain sight, as ‘fiat’ money always does.
Taking a step back, fiat means ‘by decree’. Thus, fiat money like the US Dollar bill, means ‘money because the government says so’, not money that’s backed by anything real or has been chosen to be in the role by the free market. For 5,000 years, what’s worked best as money is gold or silver. Paper notes or digital representations are fine, if exchangeable at fixed rates. This is called a “gold standard”.
Article 1, Section 10 of the US Constitution calls for just that-
“No State shall… make anything but gold or silver coin a legal tender”.
America’s founders understood the importance of money backed by a measured weight of gold or silver. This is unlike today’s money that can be conjured from thin air by banks and bureaucrats.
At InflationEducation.net, we use ‘better bedtime stories’ to help prepare your family, revealing the secrets of debt-based money using the principles of America’s founding – liberty, sound money, Austrian Economics, and Natural Law. These delightful, full color hardcovers bring it all to light, creating indelible memories for your kids as you mix them in with all the classics during that nightly ritual.
Our customers like to be prepared, thus lean heavily homeschooled. We back it with an unconditional Alliance Guarantee. Buy the bundle, save 40% now and forever, and if you don’t like them, we’ll refund 100% of your money, and you can keep one anyway. It’s that important these stories find your family.
Five titles (so far) include “Where does money come from?”, “Good-Debt, Bad-Debt and the Big Green Blob”, “The Big Bad Business Cycle”, “The Madness of Crowds”, and “The Beautiful Bitcoin Book”.
As wonderful as the stories are, the most valuable thing we offer is totally free. We developed an Ultimate Parent’s Guide to Money, Saving, & Investing, taking 25 years of our own research, shrinking it down to plain English, and using humor to make it simple and fun, including a Silver Saving System for kids, plus a foolproof 10-Step Plan to start them down the path of investing. They have an advantage today that they will never have again – the gift of time – to compound a lifetime of security and abundance.
They grow up fast. One second, you’re cutting grapes in half, and the next, they’re on their own, fending for themselves in a mixed-up world, an unanchored mess of finance and debt. Don’t miss the opportunity to open their mind, revealing the True North that our modern money system lost long ago.
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Over the years in speaking with homeschooling parents, I’ve heard the phrase, “Homeschooling is making me depressed,” more than once from a discouraged homeschool mom. And yet, the majority of those homeschooling parents felt a lack of energy and inspiration specifically during the winter months! Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a harsh reality for many people during the long, dark winter, and adding the responsibility of homeschooling can make it more difficult. Even for people who don’t necessarily struggle with SAD, homeschooling in February is enough to make the most determined and inspired people feel like quitting.
By the time this month rolls around, the fun holidays have passed, and spring break is still far away. You have devoted hours of effort into grading, teaching, planning, organizing, and driving your children to lessons and classes. Homeschool mom burnout is highest at this time of the year, and you’re likely tired enough to feel it in your bones.
We’ve been there! I think it’s the most difficult month to stay strong, power through, and continue homeschooling. We want to help inject fun and encouragement once again in your family before the February blues become homeschool burnout depression. Join Jamie as she shares how she deals with burnout and keeps her perspective fresh.
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With the holidays upon us, many of us feel more stressed than usual. There are numerous holiday events, relatives to see, places to visit, and gift shopping and preparation to get done. Most of us wonder about holiday homeschooling. How to homeschool amid everything? The holidays are a great time to take off from structured […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie as she interviews Holly Britton, author of the Squiggle Squad handwriting program. The interview was an amazing opportunity to get some practical pointers for homeschool parents teaching their littles how to write. Here were a few of the tips from the podcast: […]
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We’re excited about our guest this week. The author of the Tuttle Twin’s Book Series, Connor Boyack is here to join us for a chat on why he wrote/is writing these books and about his new history book project. The Tuttle Twins has sold over 4 million copies and is widely discussed from CNN to […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER We’ve all experienced the struggle. The fear of a blank page intimidates us from writing the thoughts and ideas rushing about in our minds. Join Jamie as she interviews guest and author Joshua Davidson about how to motivate those reluctant writers. Joshua Davidson is the […]
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The question of college is becoming increasingly more difficult for homeschool families. With rising costs, disappointing curriculum, and more students are faced with a decision to find alternatives. Bruce Goodmansen joins us today with his solution. His book is filled with tons of options for students who just don’t want to go the college route. […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie as she interviews long-time homeschool advocate, John Edelson. John is the founder of Time4Learning.com and has been at the forefront of online homeschooling for the past two decades. John shares his thoughts about how homeschooling has changed over the years, how first-time homeschoolers […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER We all know that homeschooling has changed over the past several years. A change that has been relatively positive across the board. But what does that mean for you, the normal parent wondering if homeschooling might be a good fit? Join Jamie as she interviews […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Emily as they discuss American Sign Language (ASL) how it’s a great fit for homeschoolers and the importance of introducing the language as well as deaf culture to our children. Want to know more about ASL Virtual Academy? Visit our ASL Virtual […]
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Faith-Based Podcast FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Training our children to be wise, use critical thinking, comparative arguments, and more to establish their worldview is a vital part of child-rearing. Elizabeth shares how she has taught children a simplistic way to recognize truth, falsehood, and opinion and how we as parents can begin […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie as she interviews Linda Hobar author of the well-known series “The Mystery of History.” Find out why teaching history from a Biblical viewpoint can be exciting and enlightening and discover practical ways you can teach multiple children at once.
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Rachael as they chat about the foundational principles that make such a difference in homeschooling and raising children. Find out more about a new curriculum that’s just released and be inspired to embrace the daily investment of pouring into your children as you homeschool. Listen […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Preparing your teens for their future is a task that no parents find small or insignificant. As you homeschool you’ve grown to realize that it’s a joy, an investment, and so much more. However, many of us feel a bit intimidated when it comes to homeschooling our teens. […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER This week’s podcast has been a long time in coming… After a long break due to sickness, and moving we are finally back on track with the Homeschooling and Loving It podcast. Our bi-weekly installments target common homeschooling and parenting concerns and often involve interviewing experienced homeschoolers. We […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Dwane as they talk about “why” and “how” to learn Latin in your homeschool, and discover some practical pointers for learning other languages. We discuss that you don’t have to have a fancy language curriculum to learn a foreign language! For homeschoolers of all ages […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Lee Giles from Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschooling as they chat about how to take your homeschool from ordinary to extraordinary. You won’t want to miss this episode because it addresses something we all have issues with! Be sure to visit Easy Peasy All-in-one Homeschooling for […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER In this podcast Jamie and Lee Binz, The HomeScholar, chat about how to create grades, credits, and homeschool transcripts. You’ll find very practical information on how to make sense of these crucial homeschool high school records. Visit our High School Homeschooling Resources Here: How to Homeschool High School […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Jamie (LOL! with 11 kids between them) as they chat about best practices for homeschooling high school! For more information about Jamie Erickson, you can find her at The Unlikely Homeschool. Jamie is also an author of the book, Homeschool Bravely and co-host of […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and Jean Burke from College Prep Genius as they talk to high school homeschoolers about college prep and how to find free college. Jean encourages all students to make test prep a priority and to start early rather than later! Listen to learn more! Visit CollegePrepGenius […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER We’ve been talking about homeschooling high school this month… and I’ve been trying to encourage parents who are on the fence that they can do it. AND they can do it well. One area that I get a lot of questions about is that of alternative ways to […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY| STITCHER College, not a good fit? Just not sure what your teen wants to do? In this podcast, we’ll be talking about alternatives to a college education. Don’t worry! Today’s homeschooled teen is well-equipped to find alternative paths to their future career! Volunteering While In High School Volunteering is a […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Many people only homeschool through elementary school or sometimes Middle School thinking that high school is best served through the traditional school system. But Jamie and Rebecca and many other homeschooling families have found that homeschooling through high school can be an amazing opportunity to customize your teens […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY Hasn’t the growth of homeschooling been so exciting? It really is, but with that growth parents have the concern about homeschooling as their children get older. We’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to homeschool middle school and how to prepare students for high school. Middle school is […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY Join Jamie and Rebecca as they talk about the 8 Keys for Your Child’s Success. These aren’t your academic or achievement-based milestones. These are life skills that will serve your child, not just now, but for the rest of their lives! Integrity Knowing Failure leads to Success Speaking with […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Homeschooling has seen incredible growth in 2020 and even rolling into 2021. Yet, one thing I have noticed, there are a lot of moms and dads that are now at home – homeschooling and working 24/7 and for the first time they are battling depression and burnout. I know […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Finding it overwhelming to work and homeschool, even with one child? Got more than one child? Is keeping everything straight making you lose your mind? We totally get it! Joanne and Jamie are both moms to a big “mess of crazy kids” (14 kids between the two of them) and […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER I’m so thrilled that the homeschooling community has grown by leaps and bounds… But I’m finding that more and more homeschool families are doing double duty. Most are homeschooling and working from home. This is a wonderful opportunity – but it’s not without challenges! The question that we get from […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER One of the first questions homeschool parents tend to ask is, “What methods are out there to help me teach my children?” Today we have special guest, Sonya Shafer from Simply Charlotte Mason with us to speak to those methods. You’ll get “broad strokes” of what the five main methods […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello everyone! I’m Jamie with Homeschool.com and welcome to our new homeschool help series entitled The Homeschool Helping Hand. We’re hoping that this mini virtual conference will be a helpful resource for all homeschooling parents. Today’s episode is being pre-recorded, however, I will be available to answer any questions you […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Before we get started, I’d like to introduce my co-host today – Andrea Dillon – from A2Zhomeschooling.com. Andrea, we’re glad you could join us! I’ve known Andrea for several years and she is an amazing super smart “teacher turned homeschool” mom of two. She is also a single mom homeschooling […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER If you are a beginner homeschooler, our team at homeschool.com has put together comprehensive resources that will help you homeschool from preschool through high school. There is so much from guides to getting started to printable tools that help you get it done – visit the getting started area on […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Here today to talk with us about ways we can include Black History in our homeschool are two wonderful ladies, Sandy Yocum and Frances Presley Rice with the Yocum African American Historical Association, also known as YAAHA. Sandy is the founder and President of YAAHA and is joining us from […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Jennifer is joining us today from North Carolina. It really is so wonderful that we can connect from all across the world to encourage and hopefully inspire our homeschool community. Before we get started let me tell you a little about Jennifer. After two decades in higher education, Jennifer stepped […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello everyone and welcome back to Homeschool.com’s Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast We are on Episode 41 and today we are talking about Virtual Internships! Typically homeschool high school students look for volunteer opportunities or internships in their prospective career choice, however, with the limitations of social distancing and quarantine […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello everyone and welcome back to Homeschool.com’s Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast We are on Episode 40 and today we are talking about Classical Homeschooling! For many homeschoolers, our desire to homeschool springs from a priority to give our children a different more unique educational experience. However, sometimes it can […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello everyone and welcome back to Homeschool.com’s Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast Episode 39 and today we are talking about togetherness! As most of the world has experienced more family togetherness in the last few months than ever before. Of course, this is a good thing… but it may cause […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Welcome back to Episode 38 of the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast! Today we are talking about Character Training! And to help me really get to the heart of the subject I’ve invited Kathie Morrisey to join us! Kathie hails from Michigan and is the owner and founder of the […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Daren and Kath Denholm are joining us today from South Africa… and I have to say – they are pretty amazing! They have not only competed many times in the World Memory Championships but also work tirelessly every day to help students and adults understand how to improve their memory. […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER This year has been so evident that our nation is in trouble. And with that in mind, it is down to us… American citizens to know our laws, our rights, and even our constitution and understand the processes that the Founding Fathers embedded within our nation’s government for individuals to […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join Jamie and our special guest Melissa Webb from www.writeonwebb.com! We all know there are two types of fear, healthy fear, and unhealthy fear. Without a little fear, we would probably injure ourselves or be negligent in protecting our selves and our families. However, many people tend to allow unhealthy […]
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FOLLOW US ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Every day I get questions in my inbox… so many people starting to homeschool this year need answers. So, today’s podcast is all about sharing answers to the most frequently asked homeschool questions. I apologize in advance for the squeaky chair, I hope it doesn’t deter everyone! If you […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello and welcome to Episode 33 of the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast. Today we are talking about our teens and how to prepare them well for college and adult life. So – to give us some great insight on that we have a special guest joining us today! I want […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Welcome to this week’s episode of the Homeschooling and Loving It podcast. Today we are talking about How to talk with kids about the tough stuff along with staying in touch with your child’s mental health. Have you noticed your children getting quiet when adults talk about recent events? Have you […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Let’s welcome Melanie Wilson from psychowithsix.com. Melanie is a Christian psychologist who turned homeschool mom! Melanie is here today to chat with us about keeping a healthy mindset as we homeschool. I know we all struggle with the tendency to accuse ourselves of failing or of not being enough. And, From […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hello and welcome back to Episode 30 of Homeschool.com’s Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast. This week we have a special guest, one who has been here before and is always such an encouragement! I’d like to welcome Andrea Dillon from A2ZHomeschooling.com Summer Learning Podcasts Summer Learning Challenge #1 Summer Learning Challenge […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Right now – two things are at the forefront of our minds. 1 to protect ourselves and our loved ones from getting sick and 2 to protect ourselves and our loved ones from anxiety or fear. Throw in learning at home and working from home […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel a little stressed with the idea of homeschooling and working! Start with the heart of the matter! Is your plate too full? Start with what’s on your plate first! Take a hard look and see if there is anything […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Homeschooling has become mainstream overnight, and many parents are wondering just what to do! Join us on Episode 27 of the Homeschooling & Loving It Podcast where Jamie shares 5 Tips for Beginning Homeschoolers! R – Relax – more is caught than taught! E – […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Join us today for Episode 26 of the Homeschooling & Loving It show – FAQ on Homeschooling High School! Worried about homeschooling high school? Join me and my special guest today as we answer the most commonly asked questions about homeschooling high school! Joy is […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Have you listened to the lies? Homeschooling lies that is! Today we’re talking about how easy it is to let our own minds and thoughts accuse us – and how we can stop the cycle! Join us! We all do it – we listen to […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER This is Episode 24 of Homeschool.com’s Homeschooling and Loving It podcast… and today we’re gonna be completely transparent and share with you the dozen or so things that I REALLY wish I had know when I first started homeschooling! So, back to my revelation of […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER If you’ve been homeschooling any amount of time, you’ve probably experienced this. It’s so easy to get annoyed or even defensive when the questions feel intrusive or even ignorant. But that right there is the key… Is the questioner just ignorant of homeschooling in general? Many […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Hi everyone! Today’s podcast is all about homeschooling and working! – I know that is something that more and more homeschool parents are facing and it can be quite the challenge – But, we have a very special guest with us today, Andrea Dillon. Andrea […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Today we’re talking about thankfulness and Gratitude. Sadly – It seems to be a rather elusive character trait in our American culture today. So today we’ll be discussing some practical ways we can encourage this in our children. It’s so needful! Joining us today is […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER We’re so glad that you could join us on this wonderful day. But maybe your day isn’t going as wonderful as you’d like it to? Are you struggling with homeschooling this year? Are things just not working out as you envisioned? Today we’re going to […]
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TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Being a parent is tough. Homeschooling is even tougher. And, staying positive and consistent even when you aren’t seeing the fruit of your labor requires the patience of Job! It’s one of the most difficult things that we’ll eve do whether we are homeschooling or […]
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Not enough time to fit it all in? Does chaos rule your life? Are you easily distracted? All of these scenarios are typical at my house. Five kids at home can make for a pretty chaotic day! Even when I plan my week – have a nice homeschool schedule – a detailed work schedule – […]
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Hello, this is episode 17 of the Homeschooling and Loving It! Podcast. Today we’re talking about Homeschooling and Working from home. In today’s culture, it’s so very difficult to make ends meet on one income. In fact, statistics from 2016 show that 66% of married American couples needed two incomes to cover their cost of […]
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Welcome to The Homeschool Resource Series under the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast… today we are here with the folks from Mind Muzic… a company that creates music with lyrics that promote learning! Kristopher is the talent behind Mind Muzic and is joining us today from the West Coast! Hello Kristopher – how are […]
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This week we interviewed Kat Taylor. An amazing mom of two boys who are now graduated from homeschoo l. One of her sons had a Traumatic Brain Injury which contributed to his intense ADHD. Kat shared some practical tips for keeping a child with ADHD focused and learning without pushing them. Kat’s son is now […]
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Welcome back to the Homeschooling & Loving It podcast. We are starting a series of Interviews with moms who are homeschooling children with special needs. This week we are interviewing Janet. Janet has been a long-time fellow homeschooler… and I’ve had the privilege to watch her graduate several of her homeschooling children. She has a […]
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Hello and welcome back to the homeschooling and loving it podcast! This week is episode 13 and we are Talking about the Importance of Teaching Life Skills! Just for fun, I have a bit of trivia for you? The National Household Education Survey Program says that there are approx. 1,689,726 homeschooled children in the US […]
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Character Training is an absolutely vital part of parenting our children. Great character doesn’t just happen, it’s intentionally built and encouraged. As parents, we all desire to teach and train our children in the way they should go… but that takes work. REAL WORK. Why Character Train? Parents, our task is not easy… in fact, […]
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Hello everyone and welcome back to episode 11 of the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast! Today I’m sharing something a little difficult… My worst moments as a homeschooler… Recently overheard someone mention me, “I trust Jamie, she’s homeschooled six kids over the past 15 years.” That really made me want to laugh out loud – […]
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Hello and welcome back to Episode 10 of the Homeschooling and Loving Podcast. Today we’ll be finishing up our series on the different homeschooling methods. We’ve already covered a lot of ground, and if you are interested in listening to our previous conversations go back and listen to part 1 and 2 which can easily […]
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Hello everyone and welcome back to Episode 9 of the Homeschool and Loving It podcast. Today I’m podcasting from Tennesee – -where I’ve taken a car load of youngins to camp. So, bear with me if you hear outdoor sounds – – or even the occasional kid screaming as they run by! Anyway – We’re […]
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Hi Everyone! Welcome back to Episode 8 of the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast – today we’re starting our series on Homeschooling Methods and Philosophies. Have you ever nailed down what type of homeschooler you are? Did you know that your homeschool method can affect everything you do in your homeschool – so it’s super […]
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Hello and welcome to Episode 7 of the Homeschooling and Loving it podcast! We’re gonna chat about organizing for summer learning! Awesome right? (kinda like putting learning on auto-pilot) Much of our homeschool learning takes place in our homes… so it makes sense that we would organize to make that learning as seamless as possible. […]
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Hello again! Welcome back to Episode 6 of the Homeschooling & Loving It Podcast! We’re so glad you decided to join us again! Below you’ll find the show notes that I hope will help you find the curriculum that will make this year amazing! SHOW NOTES Tips for Buying Homeschool Curriculum Not sure where to […]
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Hi there! And welcome back to Episode 4 of the Homeschooling and Loving It Podcast Today we are interviewing the author of a new fast-paced young adult fiction book that just released… entitled Britfield & The Lost Crown. Already receiving amazing reviews this book is a must-read for your summer list… the author states that […]
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Hello everyone! Welcome back to episode 4 of the homeschooling and loving it podcast. I love talking about summer – it’s my favorite time of year – I enjoy all of the outdoor fun and easy-going days! But over the years I’ve come to respect the fact that my kiddos do need some mental challenges […]
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For those of us who need the summer break, summer learning loss is a real concern. In this week’s Homeschooling & Loving It! podcast we discuss the statistics that show the seriousness of summer brain drain and what it means for all of us as homeschoolers. And, NO… I’m not encouraging lesson plans and worksheets […]
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Motivation is a tricky thing… or should I say a mental thing? We all need words of encouragement… and some days even more… but so often daily motivation comes down to ourselves. I know I’ve got to get to stuff, but then I just don’t want to… I lack the internal or intrinsic motivation! Well, […]
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Welcome to the new – Homeschooling & Loving It! Podcast… we are so excited to begin this new journey. I’d love to get to know each of you – so I thought I’d start it out with a little introduction. We all love hearing homeschooling stories – don’t we? Just to get things rolling I’m […]
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