Called To Homeschool

What if you want to homeschool—but you also want the freedom to travel?In this episode, I’m answering a listener’s question about homeschooling while living part of the year in California and part of the year in the Midwest. We’ll talk about taking school on the road, finding flexible co-ops, sports, friendships and socialization, homeschool laws, and the fear that your kids might eventually want more stability.Homeschooling doesn’t have to tie you down. Learning doesn’t require a desk—it requires intention. And while you may have a few things to figure out along the way, most things are figureoutable.If you’ve ever wondered whether you can really take your homeschool with you, this episode is for you.

Did my homeschooled daughter ever wish she went to public school? In this episode, my adult daughter, Bella, is back to answer that question and share what it was really like growing up homeschooled in a family with seven kids.We talk about how being part of a large family shaped her, friendships inside and outside of homeschool, whether she ever felt like she was missing out, and what she would say to a teenager who is trying to decide between staying homeschooled or going to public school.

What do you do when the homeschool routine that worked for years suddenly turns into a daily battle?In this episode, I’m answering a mom’s question about her 12-year-old son who has lost motivation, pushes back on school, and seems to resist everything she says.We’ll talk about what’s changing during the teenage years, why your homeschool may need to change too, and how to give your teen more ownership without giving up all expectations.Most importantly, we’ll talk about how to stop battling over school and start protecting your relationship with your teen.

When you’re homeschooling little kids, how much of the day should actually be spent doing school? How much should they be helping around the house? And if they would happily play outside all day long… should you let them?In this episode, I’m answering a mom of three little ones, who is wondering if she’s doing enough or allowing too much free play.If you’re homeschooling little kids and wondering what your days are “supposed” to look like, this episode will help you simplify things and focus on what matters most: habits first, a little structured learning, and lots of time and space to play.

Does your child give up as soon as something feels hard? In this episode, I’m answering a homeschool mom’s question about helping her 6-year-old build perseverance without turning learning into a constant battle. We’ll talk about when to push, when to back off, how to build confidence and independence, and why doing hard things doesn’t have to mean making things harder than they need to be.