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In this homeschool podcast, I explore principles from Charlotte Mason, Maria Montessori, and Classical education philosophies. I talk about my adventures in homeschooling three curious boys and share the experience and research I have put into my curriculums and CoOp classes. If you want to raise curious, creative, and critical thinkers or just learn a little more about what homeschooling is like this is the place for you!
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An Interview with Milin Chandler about traveling with kids and an exploration of the homeschool philosophy of world schooling. Full show notes at: https://hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast
This episode spills the tea on why I shut my shop down last fall and how I learned the tao of homeschooling. It is probably the most vulnerable thing I've posted but I decided to do it because of the peace I've found through this process for full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast.
1The Love of learning episode discusses what can spark or stamp out our natural inborn curiosity, how to cultivate a love of learning in our children, what subjects are best suited to this task, multiple intelligences, and how a love of learning can help a child find their purpose. For show notes check out hatching curiosity.com
In this episode, we talk about how moral development is a key component of education. Six key character traits of learners, habit training, and building relationships. For full show notes visit hatchingcuriosity.comIn this episode, I mention "The Book of Virtues" by William J. Bennett
Welcome to the Defining Education Series. In the first episode "Key Skills of Learning" we talk about how I am going to break down education from Classical, Charlotte Mason, and Montessori into bite-size chunks and take a look at what Education is. In this first episode, I'll address how reading, writing, and math are the KEY skills of learning upon which all other learning hangs and some other concrete skills that can elevate your child's education.For links to curriculums mentioned in this episode and a full transcript see the show notes at:hatchingcuriosity.com
Art, Music, Handicrafts. Field trips, Traditions, and Morning baskets. These are the things that add joy, fulfillment, and laughter to your home education journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Savor the time you have together and carve out time to connect. Try poetry tea time, studying the masters, nature study, and adding your spiritual practice as an integral part of your day. Learn about the brain benefits of classical music, nature study, and how boys connect best when they have a lot on their minds.For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Discover your power to set the tone in your home, the difference between self-care and self-indulgence, and why taking care of yourself is vital. As well as the power of nurturing friendships and community as you head into your homeschool journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
In this episode, we tackle some of the hard parts of homeschooling. How to address overwhelm, feelings of inadequacy, fear of judgment, and what to do about socialization. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
In this episode, we tackle organizing your time, materials, space, and expectations. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
This episode is all about how you spend your time. Prioritize what is most important and plan for your school year, week, and day. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com.
For those who have older kids and are wondering how it works with diplomas, GEDs, College Admission, Dual Enrollment, and teaching math you never mastered your self this episode is for you!
Want to homeschool but don't know where to start? Start here! In this series, we are going to break down what you need to do to start homeschooling into actionable steps. Starting with this episode where you will learn: What is required in your state, Why knowing your "why" is so important, Funding and support programs available, and how homeschooling during COVID looks a little different than a typical homeschool experience.Download a worksheet to take notes as you listen at: hatchingcuriosity.com/blog/starthomeschooling
Let's dive a little deeper into choosing curriculum. In this episode, we talk about how a curriculum is a tool, not a master, how to choose good books, and other considerations when chosing a curriculum. (Things like pricing, pacing, screentime, and accountability) We point you in the direction of book lists and reviews and assure you that you DON'T need to worry about gaps in your childs education. For full show notes including links to the video mentioned in this episode and our personal recommendations check out hatchingcuriosity.com.
In this episode, we will cover key terms you'll come across when shopping for a home school curriculum, a quick overview of popular homeschooling philosophies, and define common teaching methods so you can shop with confidence. Follow along making notes and circling philosophies learn more about and key terms that appeal to you with a worksheet guide found at hatchingcuriosity.com/blog/starthomeschooling.
The importance of living intentionally has led me to change the way I do the podcast. Going forward I will be producing new podcast episodes in series. Subscribe on your podcast app, at hatchingcuriosity.com or on Instagram @hatchigncuriosity to learn when new podcasts series are released. In this episode, we also look at opportunity costs and serving the new to homeschool families this fall.
In this episode, we cover innovation drawn from biomimicry, hands-on natures study, the value of time spent outdoors, natural inquiry, and deep dives- lingering on a nature study subject for a while. As well as a list of ideas for exploring subjects perfect for a summer nature study. For more nature study resources check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Summer Break is here! So what are you going to do with it? After the success bbq and a few days to unwind, we take a look at how to spend our summer intentionally and make the most of the 3-month break.First, we tackle different ways to schedule your school year in the first place then I suggest 7 different summer school styles that let you capitalize on the unique advantages of this sunny season.For full show notes and an outline of this episodes (because honestly, I went rogue here a bit lol) check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Discover the Power of Story in an interview with Stephanie Price from Lightscameramovie.com. We peel back the layers on story discussing how it can make children more intelligent, empathetic, and creative. Tools for boosting creativity to help with writing and the proper place for visual media in the home. For full show notes see hatchingcuriosity.com
Explore the importance of writing in family record-keeping, mental benefits for education, and how to improve your child's writing ability with oral narration. With concepts pulled from Charlotte Mason, Maria Montessori, and neuroscience we take a deeper look at writing things down.For full show notes and links to the books and articles mentioned in this episode check out hatchingcuriosity.com
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