The Homeschool Connection

Season 4 of The Homeschool Connection is here and man is this new episode a crazy one! I am back to explain why I've been MIA. I am so grateful to my listeners and I am glad that you all are here. I am so excited to begin this new school year and bring you new episodes about homeschool/gameschool and I hope that you will come back for the next episode. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolwithkatie/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about our summer book challenge and giving you ideas on how you to can incorporate a summer book challenge into your summer! It is a great way to get reluctant readers to start reading and also help your children with their vocabulary and also help to increase their reading comprehension level. If you have any questions about the summer challenge, please join my Facebook group. I always love welcoming new members and chatting with my listeners over there. Thank you for listening. Grab the book report and reading log forms below. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ Book Report Form: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Book-Report-Form-7891826 Reading Log: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Log-7891849 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On today's episode of The Homeschool Connection, I talk about homeschooling resources that we have used and things that you can use as a family in your homeschool. I will link those websites down below that I talk about in this particular episode. Thank you again for joining The Homeschool Connection. Make sure to come on over to Facebook to join my discussion on homeschool resources. Khan Academy- https://www.khanacademy.org/ Easy Peasy All-In-One-Homeschool- https://allinonehomeschool.com/ HSDLA- https://hslda.org/ Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

Do you have Lego fans in your house? Have you ever considered using them as teaching mediums? If not, then this episode is for you. If you already use Legos as teaching mediums, that is okay, stick around because you may find some new ideas that you have never thought about. My kids are huge Lego fans in part because my husband loves them so much. We use them for more than just building. I can't wait to hear your ideas on how you use Legos as teaching mediums in your home. Thank you for tuning in! Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ Stop Motion Information: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cateater.stopmotionstudio&hl=en_US&gl=US --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

As a homeschool family, we all know that there are stigmas that come about during our time as homeschoolers. If you are thinking about homeschooling, I hope that this podcast episode gives you strength and courage to take the step out and to make that decision to homeschool your children. If you are already a homeschooler, you know the stigmas that are surrounding us as homeschool families but you too need to embrace those stigmas. There is nothing more satisfying than to watch your child grow and learn at the same time. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Behind The Lights: Book by Helen Smallbone: https://www.klove.com/books/behind-the-lights Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On today's episode, I am talking all about homeschooling during the summer months? Some families need a break and I can completely understand that. But, are you a family that homeschools during the summer months? If so, what are some of the pros and cons that you have seen in your own family? We homeschool during the summer months but we for sure don't do any textbooks or workbook work and we try to get out and enjoy nature as much as possible. Come on over to my Facebook group linked below to join in on the discussion. Also, if you are interested in the dinosaur unit study that I mentioned in today's episode, you have until May 4th at 11:59 EST to use the coupon code THANKYOU22 and save 25% on all resources! Make sure to check that out. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

Have you considered becoming a roadschool family or a homeschool family that travels every once in awhile? Me and my husband considered doing this but we never did. That doesn't mean that we aren't still open to the option of doing this later on down the road. But, if you are a traveling homeschool family, you may want to tune into this episode to grab some ideas on how to keep your homeschool supplies organized while you are traveling. Even if you aren't considering doing this, it may be a great life lesson that you may eventually use. Or, maybe you know of a homeschool family that may be interested in doing this. You can pass along this episode to them. Come on over to my Facebook page and join the discussion about traveling as a homeschool family! Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

Let's do the time warp again!!! Just kidding!! But no seriously, we are going to time travel and you can hear all the tips and tricks that I would give to myself when it comes to my first year of homeschooling. We are going to be going into our 8th year of homeschooling and it has been a wild ride. Check out this episode and then let me know what you would tell yourself when you first started homeschooling compared to now. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On today's episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about child-led learning. I have had this discussion before on a previous episode but wanted to dig deeper into it. What are your thoughts about child-led learning and do you already incorporate this into your homeschool day? I have a discussion going on right now in my Facebook group and would love to have your input. Click the link below and join my tribe of homeschool families and dig deeper into child-led learning if you are not familiar with it already. I can't wait to have you!! Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about how to keep your children engaged in their school day. I recently ran into a conversation in a homeschool group online that made me gasp a little bit and I couldn't believe what this person was saying. Now sure, she is obviously entitled to her opinion and how she feels but, I think we can all agree that we don't homeschool because we want our days to go like public school days. She was also asking about how to keep your children engaged in their school days because she was having a hard time doing so. Now, I didn't want to tell her that it is because of how she is running her school day but I thought that it would make a great podcast episode. Enjoy! Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about current events and how no matter if they are positive or negative, we can use them as teachable moments for our children. This could also spark different topics or debates with our older children and prepare them for things that could happen in the future. Depending on what is happening in the world where you live, we are all affected in one way or another. I also talk about a very important announcement regarding The Homeschool Connection website. Teacher's Pay Teacher's Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Homeschool-Connection Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I'm talking to the men! Why it's so vital to your partner that you are involved in the homeschooling process. I am here to give you some tips and ideas to implement to help show your spouse that you are involved and that you care and are thankful that she takes the time to homeschool the children. I hope that you are able to take something away from this episode. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection. I am talking all about what homeschool families are worried about. Everything from curriculum to home life, to college and everything in between. I am here to ease your fears and give you encouragement when it comes to being worried. If you are a new homeschool family, or haven't been homeschooling for very long, this podcast episode is for you. I hope you find this episode encouraging and helps to ease your fears and worries. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about the beautiful side of homeschooling and how the journey that we are taking as homeschool families is the beautiful part. Sure there are good days and bad days and we will want to rip our hair out and scream but, reminding ourselves that we won't get this time back and just how blessed we are to be able to spend it each day with our children is truly beautiful. I talk all about how this journey is beautiful because we are the ones who chose it and created it. Not anyone else. This is our time with our children to teach them about everything! I am happy to have you here tuning in.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I talk about whether homeschooling is right for your child. I've talked a lot about what seasoned homeschool families can do to make things easier but, I have not dove into talking to those who are considering homeschool and whether this decision is going to be a good one or a bad one. I can't wait for you to check out this episode and then come find me on social media and let me know what you thought about this episode. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking all about the homeschool burnout and ways to avoid it. I feel like if you can recognize early on that you are just not feeling it and things are getting out of control, you can use these tips and tools to rethink what you are doing and start doing something different. We as homeschool parents don't want to end up burnt out because that doesn't help our children or us in the long run. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, we are talking all about deschooling and what is involved with it. Are you thinking about homeschooling your child(ren) but they are still in public school? This episode is for you then! I talk all about how to give your child grace and time when it comes to leaving the public school scene and moving into homeschooling. It wasn't something that I had thought about talking about until the other day. We went through a deschooling process and so I thought it was time to talk about this particular subject. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, I am talking about the fears that people have about homeschool and how homeschool doesn't have to be scary. I list 6 different things that I have heard over the years as reasons that people can't homeschool. I want to try and break those stigmas to let people know that homeschooling your child(ren) doesn't have to be scary! Thanks for listening. Also, make sure to grab your FREE guide to gameschooling. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Free Guide to Gameschooling: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/emaillist HSLDA: https://hslda.org/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, we are talking all about how to simply your homeschool. We started to homeschool for a reason right? So the last thing you need is to overwhelm yourself or your child(ren). Check out these tips on how to make your homeschool day so much easier and helpful. If you have any other suggestions, come on over to any of my social media accounts and tell me things that have worked for you and your family. I love hearing all about it! My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Homeschool-Connection-107612434854894 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support

On this episode of The Homeschool Connection, we are talking all about the game Sagrada by Floodgate games. This game is for 1-4 players ages 13+ it would make a great addition to your game closet. You are a stain glassed maker and the object of the game is to make sure that you are following the objective cards to put your dice in the right place. Check out this episode to learn more about the homeschool functions of the game. My website: https://www.thehomeschoolconnectionllc.com/ Connect with me on social media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameschoolgoddess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913837041962042 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomeschoolconnection/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-silliman/support