One of the top reasons that moms are scared to homeschool is that she doesn't know how to teach her children of different ages and gender. She looks at the school system and it makes sense to separate children, at least by age. But, looking at her every day is a mixture of boys and girls and various ages. Instead of seeing this as a negative, homeschool moms can actually provide an amazing education based upon the uniqueness of a family. Do you feel intimated or overwhelmed with homeschooling...

Every child has been created by God with a uniqueness, but there tends to be a few overarching themes when they are separated by gender. It can become easy to be frustrated with boy behavior. They tend to puzzle us as homeschoool moms. But, what if instead of seeing what they do as an annoyance, we look at it differently? Today, I am sharing my top tips that I've learned and employed as a homeschool mom to grow my boys into young men and not just merely survive, but to thrive as their...

Even as a homeschool family, parents have to be on the front lines and to be pro-active with sharing truth with their children. If you don't, they'll be inundated with whatever the world determines is true and right at that moment. And this has to begin at a young age.  Elizabeth Urbaniwicz has hope for you though! She has created resources at Foundation Worldview to come alongside parents to give you confidence and guidance. In today's episode, Elizabeth share why she created this program...

It seems like everywhere you turn, someone is adding to the list of subjects to cover in your homeschool. And those are all really great courses of study and enrichment, but maybe they're not right for you. Simplicity is calling your name. And you'd rather get really good at a few subjects and topics than try to cover everything. Let's link arms and pare down the list to make it more manageable. And we'll let the cherry on top be the idea of thinking outside the box because not every area of...

Spoiler alert: homeschool is not always sunshine, roses, and happy-happy. There are going to be ups and downs. And one of those happens when your homeschooler struggles in their studies. This could be one subject, a few subjects, or homeschool in general. What's a homeschool mom to do? Hunker down and push through? Give up? Find a corner to cry in? It's probably not a good idea to do any of those. And I've got some ideas for you in today's episode. Let's get you out of this unmotivated season...

Do you feel like you're a stick in the mud and lean towards being legalistically organized? Maybe the other end of the spectrum appeals to you and you're worried that your fly by the seat of your pants isn't enough for your homeschool. Quite possibly, you find yourself somewhere between those polar opposites. And your desire is to have your homeschool organized enough, but enjoy the opportunity to be flexibile since you decide the schedule. Let's talk about finding that balance you really...

Teaching a child to read is full of emotions. One minute you are excited and the next minute, you wonder if this is even possible.  It's such an awesome responsibility and as homeschool moms, we take it very seriously. But then, the reality of the day in and day out of teaching and practicing happens. And you wonde r if you're even cut out for this. That struggling feeling can make you feel defeated and wonder if you should just quit or try something new or hire a tutor? Before you make any...

No one starts something with the intention of quitting. And that especially applies towards parents making decisions about their children. Of course, homeschooling is included in that! So, if no one plans to quit, why are there numbers of families doing just that? Could your family be next? Over the past decade, I've observed a few trends and one of them is the when, who, and why behind walking away from homeschooling. I thought that this should be brought to light and openly discussed so...

As homeschool moms, we are usually very excited about anything and everything homeschooling. Is Dad just along for the ride? Or is he supposed to jump in and help run the show? Did you catch that phrase "supposed to?" I hope so. Because that is what we are going to cover today.  After all my years in the homeschool world, I think I've seen and heard it all. And today's episode is a compilation of the top ideas for Dad's role in your home education. Buckle up for a brain dump and some...

Have you thought about the fact that your children are home with you and a bit of a captive audience at this point? It's true! And that means you can focus not only on academics, but on building their character too. Which means that to do that, it needs to be a focus for your daily lessons. With all the years of homeschooling and launching two of my children into the world, I have zero regrets of the time we focus on character training. And some days, it was the main goal for the day because...

Are you finding day in and day out going by and you are struggling to get your homeschool done? You aren't alone. It's so easy to keep busy each day and have a long to-do list. But, you've decided to homeschool and it's an important priority for your family. The day in and day out execution can be a struggle though as you suddenly find the day is almost over and you haven't gotten to your plans. There is a simple solution though and it just takes a little intentionality. I'm sharing the two...

I haven't met a homeschool mom yet who doesn't desire joy in her homeschool. But how do you obtain and maintain that joy as you home educate your children? Today's guest, Leslie Martino, is here to help you to find that joy, even in the midst of consistent change as you raise your children. She sees that homeschool can be accomplished in a slower manner that allows for balance and wonder. I promise that you are going to love this episode, so get cozy and settle in for some encouragement and a...

It's funny how we think we have so much to keep up with before having children. Then, we add them into the mix. And oh, yeah...you're homeschooling too. And the messes pile up and the cleaning never ends. Where are you supposed to find the time to take back control over your home? Here's a hint: there is only so much you can do right now. But, I've got some practical tips you can begin weaving into your weeks to take the load off your constantly growing to-do list. ♥Leigh     CREATE YOUR HOME...

Everyone says homeschool should be fun. And you're over there slogging through the academics wondering if you're being lied to. You ask yourself often how you can keep your kids learning, but also create some fun memories that won't stress you out. Today's episode is here for you! We're going to explore some ideas to bring the fun into homeschool in a way that your kids might not even realize that they are learning.  You are going to walk away with a few ways that you can begin incorporating...

Homeschooling is very uniqe from the classroom setting because...hint, hint...you aren't trying to recreate that, but you most likely have multiple children at different ages and abilities. All sitting (maybe) and looking at you for direction. And there is only one of you! {Or two if you count Dad.} How in the world are you supposed to teach one child to read, the other how to write a paragraph, and another mathematical order of operations? And at the very same time! I've got you. This was me...

You are most likely a first generation homeschool mom wishing and hoping that someday your children will see the sacrifice and the effort you put into homeschooling and discipling them.  And maybe part of you is praying that your children will grow up to be parents who want to homeschool their children...your grandchildren! Today's guest, Kirsten Vossler, from Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast is going to give you a glimpse into what that looks like. Kirsten's parents homeschooled her and the...

Is fighting and arguing a regular occurence in your home? Are you trying to maintain the peace in your home and encourage good relationships among your children? Do you desire for your homeschool children to be the best of friends as adults? Well, it all starts and ends with mom and dad. You get to choose what this looks like in your home during their childhood. Eventually, they will make their own choices, but those can be greatly affected by their upbringing. I'm sharing from my own...

"What grade are you in?" It's such a super common question in our society. Most people don't even flinch when they hear it. And kids in public school quickly give an answer.  But, if you've ever asked a homeschooler this question, some of them freeze like a deer in headlights. Others may slowly give a reply. Either way, it isn't a super prevalent question in the homeschool world. What does this mean for the homeschool mom though? Today's episode is going to walk you through the meaning behind...

Just like life, homeschooling has it's ups and downs. It can be so hard at times and that's when we wonder if, as moms, we're actually cut out for it. Today's guest, Meg Thomas, of Called to Homeschool is here to share with you just what you should do when homeschool feels hard. And how about those days you think that you're going to lose your mind? Well, she's got something to say about that too. Grab that load of laundry that needs folded and let the kids play a little longer and listen in...

When you were little and thought about what you wanted "to be" when you grew up, homeschool mom probably wasn't top of the list. Or maybe not even on the list! But, here you are: a homeschool mom. Not only are you responsible for all the regular motherhood duties, now you've got education on your to-do list. I totally get it. It was never a part of my plan. And yet, here I am, a homeschool mom who wouldn't trade this role for anything. And I want you to come that very same conclusion. Today's...

You're probably totally on board with your homeschool not needing to resemble a public school schedule. But, you have curriculum, goals, and great ideas that you want to make sure you actually get to. Do you need to buy a planner? Get super organized with a calendar? Write out detailed plans? Wing it every day? Well, it really depends. I'm sharing five options with you today. Take a few notes and then think about what you've learned and decide what will serve your family best this homeschool...

What does it look like to change your view of learning? Most likely, you went to school. And that helped to shape your understanding of education. But now, you're hearing people talk about school and education and how it can look different. The benefits sound just like what you'd like for your children. And you're ready to take those next steps. You're in luck! I've got that very thing for you in today's episode. Let's make some big changes in the way you homeschool, but in a little by little...

Every day as a homeschool mom can be full with the regular to-do list, home education, activities, experiences, meeting personal goals, and so on and so on. This requires you to be fully present and on for all that is happening in your day. But, with a full day and many needs to meet, it can easily and quickly deplete even the most energetic homeschool mom. To be honest, I failed in this area of having enough energy each (or most) days for too many years. I didn't know what I know now. If I...

We don't have to homeschool alone. Yes, it's just mom doing the day in and day out of mothering and home educating the children. But we can learn so much from each other. None of us will homeschool exactly the same way, but some of the best things happened in my homeschool when I learned from other moms. Today's guest, Katie Hedrick from Joy at Home podcast is truly an encouragement to mothers. She and her husband felt the call to homeschool and made that big adjustment in their lives a few...