Using AI to create lesson plans and curriculum brings out strong emotions in the homeschooling world. Some people are against it on principle and others embrace it wholeheartedly. I've been slowly dipping my feet into the AI waters by using ChatGPT to help me stay on track with my diet and exercise, to reword [...]
What is a learning lifestyle, and how can you build one in your own home? Holly and Jennifer explore the idea that education doesn't have to begin and end with a lesson plan. From the books you keep on your shelves and the conversations you have at the dinner table to the places you go and the hobbies you pursue as a family, a learning lifestyle is about weaving curiosity and discovery into the fabric of everyday life. If you've ever wanted your home to feel like a place where learning happens naturally and joyfully, this episode is a wonderful place to start!
Back to school schedule adjustments are part of every homeschool, but the working homeschool mom has more than her fair share of adjustments to arrive at a good schedule. Work schedules can change at a moment's notice, depending on the type of work you do, some homeschool opportunities are too good to pass up, [...]
Getting ready for a new school year is so much smoother when you have a plan, and Holly and Jennifer have put together the top 10 things to do before starting your school year! From organizing your space and gathering your materials to setting goals and getting yourself in the right mindset, this episode walks you through everything you need to check off your list before the first day of school. Think of it as your back-to-school checklist for homeschoolers!
Welcome to my new series, The Working Homeschool Mom! I've been a working homeschool mom since 2000. I've worked outside the home and since 2014, I've been a work at home mom. It's my hope that this series will offer not only a peek into the real life of the working homeschool mom, but [...]
Life after homeschooling is closer than ever for Holly and Jennifer, and in this episode they're reflecting on what comes next! With both hosts in the home stretch of their homeschooling journeys, this conversation is a heartfelt and practical look at what homeschooling parents can expect when the last child graduates. From rediscovering your identity outside of homeschooling to finding new purpose and community, this episode is for every parent who has ever wondered what life on the other side looks like!