099: Homeschooling Through Hard Times

By |2024-02-29T10:26:32-05:00May 12th, 2023|

Homeschooling through hard times can be overwhelming, and many homeschooling parents are told they should put their children into public school. But there's no need. The truth is when your family is facing hardship, homeschooling is your greatest advantage, because you can all face the hardships together. Today, we discuss the hard times we've gone through and how we continued our learning lifestyle throughout. And be sure to stay to the end when we answer a very seasonal question!

098: How to Know When to Graduate Your Child

By |2024-02-29T11:07:39-05:00April 28th, 2023|

One of the best benefits of homeschooling is that you can tailor your pace to suit your student's needs. But sometimes that makes it hard to know when to graduate your child. What are the signs beyond the academic that your child is ready to graduate? What needs to happen in advance? How can you best prepare your child for the adult world? All these questions and more answered in our discussion today. And be sure to stay to the end, when we answer a worried parent's big question.

097: Everything You Need to Know About Learning Disability Testing

By |2024-02-29T11:08:29-05:00April 14th, 2023|

Knowing when and how to get learning disability testing is crucial if you've noticed your child struggling in some areas. But how do you as a homeschooling parent navigate the complicated world of securing testing for your child? Today, we're joined by learning disability testing advocate Jessamyn Putnam, who gives and all the ins and outs of learning disability testing, when and how to get it, and how to recognize if your child might have a learning disability.

096: What To Do After Pulling Your Child Out of Public School

By |2024-03-14T17:24:32-04:00March 31st, 2023|

You took the final step in your decision to homeschool, but now you're probably wondering what to do after pulling your child out of public school. You've made a big change and have endless possibilities in front of you. It can be more than a little overwhelming. Today, we discuss this really big question and offer advice and perspectives from our decades of homeschooling experience. From the importance of taking a break to how you can deal with potential attitude problems, we're here to make sure you settle into your new role as educator without missing a beat!

093: What is The Montessori Method?

By |2024-03-14T17:21:01-04:00February 24th, 2023|

What is the Montessori Method? The Montessori Method is an educational method and philosophy that’s been revolutionizing the way children are taught for over 100 years. Starting from a young age and going all the way up to high school and beyond, the Montessori Method teaches students how to build their independence in ways that reach far beyond the classroom. Today, we’re speaking with Nichole Gant, a head of school at an affiliated Montessori school, all about the Montessori Method, its history, and how homeschoolers can incorporate it into their learning lifestyle. And be sure to stay to the end, when we answer a big question about hybrid homeschooling.

092: Getting Your Partner Involved in Your Homeschooling

By |2024-03-14T17:19:59-04:00February 10th, 2023|

Getting your partner involved in your homeschooling takes stress of your mind and lets you relax. When you make the decision to homeschool your children, it's great to have a partner who supports you. But once the schooling begins, the support doesn't stop. Even if the bulk of the day-to-day academics fall on one parent more than the other, there are a myriad of ways your partner can help take the stress off your back. Today, our hosts share what their partners have done to support them in homeschooling and share ideas for how to find similar support if you're a single parent.

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