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Nothing helps soothe a difficult day of homeschooling like taking a journey to the great outdoors. Whether you're in your backyard or a national park, the outside can provide a refresh for parents and children alike. Today, we're joined by the founders of Barefoot University, a forest school organization passionate about getting kids of all ages outside.
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Barefoot University Book Recommendations:
Free to Learn, by Peter Grey
Unschooled, by Kerry McDonald
Last Child in the Woods, by Richard Louv
100 Things To Do in a Forest, by Jennifer Davis
The Foragers Guide to Wild Foods, by Nicole Apelian
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Everyone has doubts about homeschooling. It's a big job, and a hard one too. Maybe you're not sure you can teach certain subjects, or maybe you're worried about important things getting lost in the shuffle. But you're not alone. Many homeschooling moms and dads have had doubts before you, including our own hosts. Listen to our hosts years of experience and learn how you can handle doubts about homeschooling to make your learning lifestyle a joy!
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074: Handling Family Resistance to Homeschooling
086: Speaking with Homeschool Graduates
Home - Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Federal Student Aid
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The literacy crisis in America is a deeply troubling issue in our modern day. For years, public schooled students have been trailing behind where they ought to be in literacy, reading comprehension, and more. Since the pandemic, this problem has skyrocketed. But this is an issue that affects homeschoolers as well. Not only are many people leaving the public schools and coming into homeschooling, but many people your students will meet-- whether in college, the workplace, or their personal lives-- will have been public schooled. Students must learn to read so they can read to learn, and no one is immune to the issues that have caused this literacy gap. Today, we're joined once again by Heritage Mom Amber O'Neal Johnston, as we discuss how this literacy crisis came to be, and what we as homeschoolers can do to push back against it.
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The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books - The Atlantic
The Literacy Crisis in the U.S. is Deeply Concerning—and Totally Preventable - EdTrust
America’s Literacy Crisis - The Seattle Medium
Addressing The Literacy Crisis: A Call To Action For District Leaders (forbes.com)
Amber's First Guest Spot on Our Show: 115: Choosing Books (w/ Heritage Mom, Amber O’Neal Johnston)Pre-Order Amber's New Book: Soul School by Amber O'Neal Johnston (heritagemom.com)Amber's Website: Home - Heritage Mom
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If you're a homeschooling parent with a child taking high school classes, you should be thinking about transcripts. In this episode, our hosts share practical tips on creating high school transcripts for homeschoolers, covering how to document coursework, extracurricular activities, and achievements in a way that stands out to colleges and employers. They also discuss what a transcript is and isn’t, providing clarity on essential components and common misconceptions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate the transcript process with confidence. Join us and learn All About Transcripts!
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Music education is often a source of apprehension for homeschooling parents. Whether musically trained or not, teaching your children music is like teaching them a whole new language, and the cost alone can make many parents balk. But there's an easier way! Today, we're joined by Shanan Colvin, a professional singer, musician, and music educator. She shares with us all the best ways- large and small- that you can make music a part of your learning lifestyle!
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Whether you're a homeschooler or know someone who is, people often have a lot of questions about homeschooling. What is it? How does it work? How do homeschooled kids differ from their publicly schooled peers? Today, we're tackling all the most frequently asked questions about homeschooling!
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00:07:01 - "Is it legal?"00:10:10 - "How do homeschoolers graduate?"00:11:50 - "Do you have to have a degree to homeschool?"00:15:40 - "Should a homeschooler take a GED?"00:17:33 - "How do homeschoolers get into college?"00:21:25 - "How do homeschoolers get a diploma?"00:22:30 - "Can homeschoolers take standardized tests?"00:25:15 - "What about sports?"00:26:33 - "Can homeschoolers go to prom?"00:31:43 - "How do homeschoolers date?"00:34:17 - "Can I homeschool through high school?"00:38:50 - "Do I need to keep records and grades?"00:40:48 - "Will my kid be weird?"00:45:46 - "What curriculum should I use?"00:48:41 - "Can I get a tax break for homeschooling?"00:48:57 - "Do I need to use an accredited homeschooling program?"00:49:14 - "How much does it cost?"00:49:31 - "How do I get started?"
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Homeschooling in Pennsylvania is sometimes thought as difficult by people outside of the Keystone State. But for those on the inside? It's a completely different story. Today, we're joined by Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed, author of math curricula and co-host of the Homeschool Works Podcast. A former homeschool student in Pennsylvania and current homeschool mom in Pennsylvania, she gives us all the ins and outs of homeschooling in Pennsylvania.
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Homeschool Works Podcast Series
AskPauline.com - Home Page
Award-Winning Homeschool Math Curriculum from Apologia
Kathryn's Instagram: Kathryn Gomes (@homeschoolmathmom)
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Homeschooling with technology can sometimes be a blind spot for parents. With technological advances happening quicker and quicker, it's easy to get left behind. And that's not even mentioning the concerns related to AI. Today, we're joined by Meryl van der Merwe, host of the Homeschooling with Technology podcast, and she's sharing a little glimpse of what she talks about on her podcast every episode. She gives tips on tech to use with lessons, tech your kids need to know before they get to college, and even proper use of AI!
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Homeschooling with Technology Podcast
FundaFunda Academy
Brown Bear Cam
iCivics
Manage Your Team’s Projects From Anywhere | Trello
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
My Maps – About – Google Maps
ChatGPT | OpenAI
Kahoot! | Learning games | Make learning awesome!
Flashcards, learning tools, and textbook solutions | Quizlet
JeopardyLabs - Online Jeopardy Template
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Homeschooling is a full-time job, and there's lots of learning that you have to do as the parent and teacher. Today, our hosts share their favorite homeschooling books to make your learning lifestyle fun, easy, and fulfilling!
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Jennifer's List:The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education, by Grace LlewellynProject-Based Homeschooling: Mentoring Self-Directed Learners, by Lori PickertFree to Learn, by Peter GrayA Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond, by Amber O'Neal JohnstonUntil the Streetlights Come On: How a Return to Play Brightens Our Present and Prepares Kids for an Uncertain Future, by Ginny Yurich, M.E.d.Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School?: the case for helping them leave, chart their own paths, and prepare for adulthood at their own pace, by Blake BolesHolly's List:Seasons of a Mother’s Heart: Heart-to-Heart Encouragement for Homeschooling Moms, Sally ClarksonHome Learning Year by Year, Revised and Updated: How to Design a Creative and Comprehensive Homeschool Curriculum, by Rebecca RuppCharlotte Mason Study Guide, by Penny GardnerA Charlotte Mason Education: A Home Schooling How-To Manual, by Catherine LevisonMore Charlotte Mason Education: A Home Schooling How-To Manual, by Catherine LevisonThe Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home, by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie WiseSenior High: A Home-Designed Form+U+La, by Barbara Edtl SheltonMelody's List:Educating the Wholehearted Child, by Clay Clarkson and Sally ClarksonA Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning, by Karen AndreolaFor the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School, by Susan Schaeffer MacaulayThe Hidden Art of Homemaking, by Edith SchaefferHomeschooling for Excellence, by David Colfax and Micki ColfaxHow Children Learn (Classics in Child Development), by John HoltThe Christian Home School, by Gregg HarrisHow to Homeschool: A Practical Approach, by Gayle GrahamHow to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk (The How To Talk Series), by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish Say Goodbye to Whining, Complaining, and Bad Attitudes... in You and Your Kids, by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller
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It seems everyone these days wants to know how to start homeschooling. With the homeschooling boom still going, it's more important than ever to make sure you get all your ducks in a row before you even start looking at a worksheet. Today, our hosts will take you step by step from what to do before you start, how to make sure you and your kids get the most out of your learning lifestyle, pitfalls to avoid, and more!
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All of our episodes would be good for new homeschoolers to listen to, and we encourage you to do just that, but here are ten episodes you'll definitely want to check out:
130: The Importance of Deschooling
123: Project-Based Homeschooling
117: Handling Intrusive Family Members
116: Mental Health for Homeschooling Parents
110: Meal Planning for Homeschoolers
109: All About the Waldorf Method
096: What To Do After Pulling Your Child Out of Public School
091: What Is the Charlotte Mason Method?
084: Homeschooling on a Budget
077: Alternative Homeschooling Styles
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Knowing why you homeschool is something that can slip the mind of some homeschooling parents. While we know why we chose to leave public school, we sometimes don't stop to think about the reasons we continue in our learning lifestyle. Today, we discuss the importance of knowing why you homeschool.
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For anyone switching from public school to homeschooling, the process of deschooling is crucial. Deschooling is the step between public school and homeschooling when you take a break to allow your family to adjust to the rhythms of your new learning lifestyle. But it's so much more than that. How long should one deschool? What are some ways to ease the transition to homeschooling? All these questions and more answered today as we discuss the importance of deschooling!
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Today, we embark on another state in our Homeschooling Across America series by learning all about Homeschooling in North Carolina!
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The Witch in the Woods on Apple Podcasts
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Homeschooling your children is a full-time job, which can cause some hesitation with single parents. Whether you're newly single and wondering if you can continue to homeschool or you've been single and wondering if you can start, we're here to tell you that homeschooling can work for you. But you don't need to take our word for it. Today, we speak with four single parent homeschoolers to hear about all the joys and challenges of their learning lifestyles.
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Charlotte Mason Series (amblesideonline.org)
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Parents of only children face unique challenges when making the decision to homeschool. Some may think that having only one child in the house would make things easier, but when there's no siblings to occupy each other's time, it all falls onto the parent. Add in work and one might just wonder if they can really do it. Well, we're here to tell you that you can! Today, Melody and Jennifer ask Holly everything they want to know about what it's like homeschooling one child.
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2024 Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids
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Homeschooling a big family has its challenges, and its rewards! Today, our hosts share their secrets for efficient and fun learning for the whole family. From tailoring your approach to different learning styles to secrets that will help save your bank account, we can help you be an expert at homeschooling a big family.
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Many homeschooling parents wonder how to teach current events. Some think it only means teaching politics, some worry about how to talk to their kids about difficult topics. But current events is a much broader topic than most people realize. From local happenings to global news, from sporting events to pop culture touchstones, current events reaches every aspect of our lives. Today, we discuss how to teach current events!
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Propaganda Analysis — Propaganda Critic
Crash Course Navigating Digital Information - YouTube
Kids News from BBC - CBBC Newsround
Both Sides of the Issue - Stossel in the Classroom
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt: Kids Edition | NBC News
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Homeschooling in California has the reputation for being difficult, but that couldn't be further from the truth! While every state will have its pros and cons, California gives lots of freedom to its homeschooling parents. Today, we sit down with a homeschooler from California to discuss everything you need to know about homeschooling in California. Whether you're moving to California or you're already there and wanting to homeschool, or if you're just curious how homeschooling is done in our nation's most populous state, this is an episode you can't miss!
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Austin Orienteering Club
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Project-based homeschooling is getting more and more popular, and there's no wonder why! By engaging your student's interests and encouraging their curiosity, you not only shape them into a motivated self-learner, but you also allow them to learn a wider variety of things than you might otherwise, using set curricula. Join us today as we discuss everything about Project-Based Homeschooling!
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Project-Based Homeschooling: Mentoring Self-Directed Learners, by Lori Pickert on Amazon
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Astronomy is tied into many subjects homeschoolers may be studying. Whether history, mythology, or navigation. But it also exposes your children to the beauty of the universe, from the planets of our solar system, to igniting clouds of dust millions of lightyears away. Today, we discuss How to Teach Astronomy.
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Best stargazing apps 2024: AR Apps and Virtual Star Maps
The Stars: A New Way to See Them, by H.A. Ray on Amazon
The Night Sky Book: An Everyday Guide to Every Night, by Jamie Jobb and Linda Bennett on Amazon
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