Hey, homeschoolers! Are you overwhelmed? Is it embarrassing to be overwhelmed this early in the year? I can empathize. I've been feeling the same way, even though I'm a homeschool business owner and not teaching this fall. I asked the Lord for wisdom and I wrote down three steps we can take to get out of overwhelm now. I already feel so much better after... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
Hey, homeschoolers! Will you have a preschooler this year or next? Do you know someone who wonders how to homeschool a preschooler? If so, this episode is for you or your friend. I'll be sharing how I started teaching preschool, how I changed my approach with experience, and what I would do if I were homeschooling my preschool grandchildren. Sponsor: CTC Math Are you looking... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
Why does music matter in home education? Is it just so we can have junior show off for grandparents at recitals? Is it just a nice elective to fill out the kids’ transcript? Or is it an underappreciated medium for the development of multiple skills? That’s what I’ll discuss with my guest Adrian Edward. Sponsor: NOW Programs Visit our sponsor: Now Programs, Neuro Development of... Read More The post The Importance of Music in Child Development appeared first on Homeschool Sanity.| Homeschool Sanity
If you have a child whose creativity and confidence you’d love to encourage, this episode is for you! I chat with Bethany Baldwin of MAD Society Inc. about her ingenious approach to homeschool theater: 🎭 The surprising benefits of theater—even if your child isn't a “theater kid”🛠️ How to start a homeschool drama club with zero experience💡 Why student-led performances can spark confidence and creativity... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
There are three words that can ruin your day: What’s for dinner? We make a decision, shop for a meal, prepare it, and almost before the kitchen is cleaned, these family members of ours are back for more. For help with meal planning, you’ll want to listen to my discussion with guest Allison Schaaf. Allison is the founder and CEO of Prep Dish, a meal-planning... Read More The post Meal Planning for Homeschoolers appeared first on Homeschool Sanity.| Homeschool Sanity
Hey, homeschoolers! I recently chatted with a guest about the conflict Christian homeschoolers can have with Hollywood’s content. But we can also use the media we consume as a family to deepen relationships and teach our values. This week my guests are Nathan and D’Lytha Myers. Nathan is a set designer for The Chosen, and D’Lytha is a trained musical theater performer. Together they have... Read More The post Family Entertainment appeared first on Homeschool Sanity.| Homeschool Sanity
Thank you to the Harper Collins NIV Application Bible for sponsoring the podcast. Hey, homeschoolers! So often I learn about great ideas that I wish I'd had when I was still homeschooling. Today's topic of starting or joining a parent-child book club is no exception. If you're using Grammar Galaxy or would like to, starting a Grammar Galaxy book club is a fantastic idea. Make... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
Hey, homeschoolers! If you have a tween son or daughter, you may wonder what happened to your baby! I know I had that experience. If you need wisdom and encouragement for parenting tweens, there is no better place to turn after praying than my friend Tara Lee Felix. Lee is a champion of others, a certified conversion copywriter, and a hybrid homeschooling mom of five.... Read More The post Christian Parenting of Tweens: What You Need to Know appeared first on Homeschool Sanity.| Homeschool Sanity
Hey homeschoolers! I knew that reading the Bible in the context of its Hebrew roots could make it come alive. But I was still surprised by my reaction to what I learned from my guest on this topic. If you long for you and your kids to be more engaged with scripture, you'll want to hear from him too. David Necruitman is the founder of... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
Hey, homeschoolers! Are your kids connecting with their grandparents and other elders? There is so much to be gained from intergenerational relationships as my guest can attest to. Grandparent Podcast Guest: Isabel Tom Isabel is a mother of three, the author of The Value of Wrinkles, and a professional serving the older adult population. She was raised in an intergenerational home and is passionate about... Read More| Homeschool Sanity
