169: Don’t Be Scared of Homeschooling
In honor of Halloween, we're bringing you a fun-sized episode perfect for the holiday. Today, we discuss why you don't have to be scared of homeschooling!
168: Homeschool Parents Need Friends Too
It's a truth too often ignored: Homeschool parents need friends too. Today, we explore the importance of building meaningful adult friendships while homeschooling. Between lessons, planning, and family life, it’s easy for parents to lose touch with their own social needs. In this episode, we share why connection matters, how to find your people, and simple ways to nurture community. Even with a busy homeschool schedule! Rediscover how friendships can refresh your spirit and strengthen your homeschool journey.
Leaving public school for homeschooling
Leaving public school for homeschooling is a big discussion topic in my homeschool Facebook groups these days. People are asking when they should pull their kid from public school after deciding to homeschool. Some folks want to wait until the end of the semester or the end of the school year because they don't [...]
167: How To Teach Critical Thinking
It's the topic on everyone's minds these days: How to teach critical thinking? With critical thinking skills at an all-time low, it's never been more important to ensure your kids have the requisite skills to determine fact from fiction, identify reliable sources, and learn from their mistakes. Today, we discuss how to encourage critical [...]
Start Homeschooling Fast -10 Must Read Posts & more
Start homeschooling fast with these 10 must read posts for new homeschoolers from the Transcript Maker blog, along with some episodes of The Happy Homeschooler Podcast. Homeschooling is growing quickly, with parents pulling their kids from public school every day. If you're one of these parents, you're scrambling to pull things together to homeschool your [...]
166: Socialization For Teen Homeschoolers
One of the biggest questions we get from parents is "What about socialization for teens homeschoolers?" Today, we go through it all. From clubs and co-ops to volunteer work and online communities, homeschooling offers countless opportunities for teens to connect, grow, and thrive socially. We’ll share practical tips, real stories, and encouragement to help you support your teen in building meaningful friendships and gaining the confidence they need for life beyond homeschooling.