When we think about college readiness, we tend to think about studying, extracurriculars, and exams, but there's another side that's crucial to preparing your kids not just for college, but for adulthood! Many college students find themselves needing to learn these skills on the fly, leading to distraction from their studies and unneeded stress. [...]
Are you experiencing homeschooling burnout? You're not alone! Every year around this time, homeschoolers all over start getting "yellow bus syndrome." You might think to yourself, "There's a yellow bus that stops at my corner, maybe we should try that." We're here to say don't do it! Melody, Jennifer, and Holly have been homeschooling [...]
Co-ops are a centerpiece of many home schools, and it's never been a better time to join one! Or even create one...? Today we're discussing all you need to know about co-ops. Topics range from why co-ops are great and how to choose the right one for your students, all the way to the [...]
Homeschool organization is crucial no matter what kind of homeschooler you are! Whether you're homeschooling for one semester or for the rest of your life, Holly and Jennifer's longtime homeschooling experience will set you right. Topics include keeping your house tidy, record keeping, homeschooling rooms, and more! Homeschool organization will be a cinch! And [...]
The benefits of homeschooling are well known, whether it's the freedom to choose your curricula, or teaching to proficiency rather than teaching for an exam. But there are a whole host of unexpected benefits too! They may not be why you chose to start homeschooling, but they've improved your lives immeasurably. Holly, Melody, and [...]
We've covered a lot of ground here at the Happy Homeschooler Podcast in 2021, and to celebrate the end of the year, we're looking at all of our 2021 episodes. We'll discuss each one, review them, and point out a few of our favorites. Maybe you'll find a new favorite too! And be sure [...]