The Modern Homeschool

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing some winter meal ideas and recipes we love! From savory casseroles and soups, to juicing, smoothies and sourdough, this podcast has all of our favorites right now. Some topics covered in this episode and related links are: Sourdough: Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Recipe: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/sourdough-cinnamon-rolls-with-cream-cheese-topping/ Sourdough Bagels: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/homemade-sourdough-bagels/ Chicken Noodle Soup:https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/chicken-noodle-soup/ ( I like to add cayenne pepper) Veggie Pasta Soup: https://www.livinglocurto.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/MealPlan19_Lisa1.pdf (Use what you have on hand to alter the veggie soup recipe) Tacos bowls, Refried Beans, Trader Joes Chicken Curry, Muffins, Pancakes, Stuffed Bellpepper Recipe: https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/stuffed-peppers.html (slice bellpeppers and create a deconstructed version) Coffee Creamer: https://www.pinchmeimeating.com/sweet-cream-cold-brew/#recipe (make a larger batch with vanilla syrup, heavy cream, cinnamon- add pumpkin puree for pumpkin flavor) Green Juice: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOi_y8ujPDz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Cold Remedy: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMARBQkuRsU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm here for a quick chat about homeschooling the early grades kinder through second grade. This is truly the golden age with your children and I just want to encourage you to be confident and fully enjoy this time with your kids! Some topics covered in this episode and related links are: Curriculum: Learn why I recommend starting with TGTB: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-good-and-the-beautiful-curriculum-is-perfect-for-starting-your-homeschool-journey/ Art Supplies find my favorites here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Homeschooling Kinder: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/ Kinder Schedule: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschool-schedule-for-kindergarten/ Kinder Curriculum Ideas: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/kinder-curriculum-ideas/ Sensory Rice & Playdough. Find out how to incorporate this lovely concept into your homeschool and get the recipes here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/sensory-play-for-homeschool/ How to teach reading in your homeschool: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ How to help a struggling reader: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/ Book Series like: Little House on the Prairie, Chronicles of Narnia, Penderwicks, Harry Potter etc. Find my booklists here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/ Be inspired to create a literature based homeschool here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all of my favorite curriculum and gear, items I truly think are worth the investment for homeschooling. You may find my style and options pretty simple but I think simplifying homeschool often leads to the best outcomes. Topics covered in this episode include: Curriculum: TGTB Math, Science, History. Lightning Literature. Building writers, Handwriting without tears: Cursive success. Mr.D Math. Learn why I recommend TGTB: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-good-and-the-beautiful-curriculum-is-perfect-for-starting-your-homeschool-journey/ Art Supplies, find my favorites here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Products: Legos, Microscopes, Cameras, Osmo, Storage, card games and board games. Thrifted Items: Storage, Wooden trays, bowls and scoops. Get my thrift store shopping list here:https://themodernhomeschool.com/thrifting/ Sensory Rice & Playdough. Find out how to incorporate this lovely concept into your homeschool and get the recipes here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/sensory-play-for-homeschool/ Learn More about Homeschooling Kinder here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/ Online Programs: Lexia, ABC Mouse and Reading Eggs. Learn My thoughts on Online Curriculum here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/online-homeschool-classes-pros-cons/ Find out how to help your struggling reader here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/ Book Series like: Little House on the Prairie, Chronicles of Narnia, Penderwinks, Harry Potter etc. Find my booklists here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/ Be inspired to create a literature based homeschool here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ US History Studies, Resources here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/studies/ Audio books, kids Podcasts and morning baskets The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing how you can homeschool in around two hours a day. Of course, homeschooling timing is widely varied and depends on the individual child's needs and family's schedule. Some days simply take longer than others and some grades require more or less time. I discuss it all in this episode. Topics covered in this episode include: How you can homeschool in just 2 hours or less for most grades Why it is feasible that homeschooling is so much more efficient than traditional school settings. Need help getting organized? Check out this episode and free class: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-for-next-school-year/ https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/ Considering Homeschooling kindergarten? Check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschool-schedule-for-kindergarten/ Kinder parents find out why homeschooling kinder is magical: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing the reality of the myths surrounding socialization of homeschoolers. Homeschoolers are smart, conversational and some of the most social kids you'll ever be around. In fact, it seems that homeschooled children tend to converse better than their counterpart as they are used to speaking to multiple different age groups. Topics covered in this episode include: 1. How modern homeschoolers don't fit the stigma of weird and isolated anymore 2. Things homeschoolers can get involved with in their community 3. Ideas and the truth surrounding modern homeschooling and why socialization is not the problem it once used to be. Do you need help finding your people locally? Check out The Modern Homeschool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool/ and lets connect! I'll help you find a group in your area! The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all my thoughts on the pros and cons of online homeschool classes. The truth, how they work and what to watch out for, its all in this episode! Want to learn more about documentation for homeschooling? listen to this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/documentation-for-homeschoolers/ Learn about homeschooling high school here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschooling-high-school/ Check out our curriculum picks for 25/26 here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, we're discussing different homeschooling styles. I don't fit the mold for any one homeschooling style and I don't think you should either; however, it' s great to understand different homeschooling philosophies out there. Here are a few topics covered in this episode: Charlotte Mason Homeschooling- Structured lessons in nature, art, reading, oral narration, writing, scripture, and Latin coupled with traditional subjects. A whole child education with a large variety of learning opportunities. Montessori Homeschooling- Child led, Adult guided, learning that fosters independence, self-direction and hands-on learning. Classical Homeschooling- This style builds yearly on different periods of history, incorporates a heavy literature and biblical basis and is divided into three sections of learning by age group. Grammar, Logic and Rhetoric. Hygge Homeschooling-The Danish tradition of incorporating comfort, beauty, contentment and warmth into all aspects of your home in order to promote a cozy environment in which to learn and live in. Budget Homeschooling- Using what we have and being creative with free resources at the library and online. By Grade/Traditional Homeschooling- Homeschooling to grade requirements; prescriptive home- schooling as defined by state and federal requirements. Reminiscent of school at home. Eclectic Homeschooling- A mixture of lots of different curricula and books to encourage a wide range of resources and learning experiences. Literature Based/Unit Study Homeschooling- Reading and studying books together and informing each subject of learning through the current literature/genre of study. Art/Nature Based Homeschooling- Incorporating art into all aspects of learning with a strong focus on nature and the outdoors. Spending lots of time outdoors unstructured. Unschooling- Rejection of traditional schooling methodologies in favor of unstructured, child led learning. The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD Did you know I have my own art curriculum??!! Check it out here: https://amysarttable.com/products/ My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Learn about thrifting for homeschooling here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/why-is-thrifting-good-for-homeschooling/ Learn about Free Homeschool Resources here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/free-homeschool-resources/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing a quick Fall Homeschool Update! What we've been up to lately and how our Fall homeschool is going so far. Topics covered in this episode include: My episode: What we are ditching this year in our homeschool: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-we-are-ditching-in-our-homeschool-this-year/ My episode: Curricula picks for 3rd, 7th & 9th grades: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/ Amys Art Table: my art site for free and paid Art curriculum options! https://amysarttable.com Making holidays and special occasions special in simple ways. For some more ideas check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/fall-favorites-for-homeschooling/ Link to my unit studies! https://themodernhomeschool.com/studies/ Arteza Art Journals, Watercolor Set Marine Biology Unit Study FREE The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education? With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world. Here is the link to my brand new book on Amazon. You can find more of The Modern Homeschool on Instagram, my website and you can download my freebies here  Thrifting Living Books Planning My Episode: Build Your Own Literature Studies in 5 Easy Steps My Episode: Plan your Homeschool Year in 4 Easy Steps My Episode: Choosing Curriculum, 4 Things to Consider My Episode: 5 Perks of Homeschooling My Episode: A Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family Links: (DISCLOSURE: Please note that some links on TheModernHomeschool.com are affiliate links. We may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you click through our links and make a purchase from one of our partners.) Resources for Read Alouds and Other Books we Love: Living Books, The Modern Homeschool The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit, Wind in the Willows, The Secret Garden,  Arteza Art Journals, Watercolor Set Playdough Recipe, Sensory Rice Recipe Lightning Literature, The Read Aloud Family,

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing how to create a positive home environment for your homeschoolers! You don't have to own a farm or a big house or even have a homeschooling room. What matters most is how you make your home loving, kind and fun for your kids! Topics covered in this episode include: Start with a clean slate! Get your house clean and organized! For more information on how to organize your homeschool check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/ and this one: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-for-next-school-year/ Limit screentime!! For our screentime family rules check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/screentime-rules-for-the-family/ Encouraging board games, art and activities outside together to enhance sibling bonds Making holidays and special occasions special in simple ways. For some more ideas check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/fall-favorites-for-homeschooling/ Setting aside dedicated family time The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education? With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world.

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing a few things we are ditching this homeschool year. Now, entering year six of homeschooling and having kids in junior high and high school, times are changing and some things need to be reworked and put away. Find out what we're ditching this year and join in on the convo! Topics covered today include: Homeschool days that are too long! To find out more about how I plan listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Slowing down the pace of our read alouds. For more information on creating your own book studies listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/build-your-own-literature-studies-in-5-easy-steps/ and for help with a struggling reader listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/ Moving to online Mr.D math for my upper graders Not always using the same schedule everyday Focusing less on subjects and more on interlocking them, building connections in all subjects. For a sneak peak at our curriculum this year listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/ Condensing our extra curricular's Phasing out our morning meeting The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education? With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world.

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all the reality about the tougher side of homeschooling. The side that requires determination, grit and the will to succeed. In this episode I will share what I believe are the hardest aspects of homeschooling and some tips on how I handle them. I hope you will join in on the conversation and can grab a few tips from my experience. Topics discussed on todays episode include: The feeling of not having a break and how to build in some time for yourself Balancing "it all" work, school, sports, friendships, marriage etc. Constant cooking and food preparation and a few hacks for how to prepare and plan ahead Watching your kids struggle academically and how to help them The feeling of "missing out" socially or on traditional school milestones and how to combat that More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education?

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing 10 easy homeschool hacks that might make your life and homeschool run smoother. Listen in as I share things I have learned that help my homeschool and family run smoother each week. Homeschool earlier in the day Set timers as needed Break up projects, For more info on large homeschool projects check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/large-homeschool-projects-that-are-fun/ Focus on problem areas through one on one learning. For more info about struggling students check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/ Weekly chores Planning meals & curriculum on the weekends, for more info on how I plan check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ and to learn about block scheduling check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-is-block-scheduling-and-how-can-it-help-your-homeschool/ Do all the cooking at one time of the day Do things with your kids that you enjoy, for more info on how to avoid homeschool burnout check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/breaking-through-winter-homeschool-burnout/ and to see how to incorporate art check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Prepare bags ahead of time Clean your car every time you get gas More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education? With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world. Here is the link to my brand new book on Amazon. You can find more of The Modern Homeschool on Instagram, my website and you can download my freebies here  Thrifting Living Books Planning My Episode: Build Your Own Literature Studies in 5 Easy Steps My Episode: Plan your Homeschool Year in 4 Easy Steps My Episode: Choosing Curriculum, 4 Things to Consider My Episode: 5 Perks of Homeschooling My Episode: A Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing our preliminary picks for homeschooling 3rd, 7th and 9th grades. Though we are still enjoying our Summer, our homeschool is set to gradually start next month. We'll be easing in with some new books, fresh pencils and of course wonderful new studies! So far here are my curriculum picks: For my 3rd Grader: Building Writers E, Wordly Wise 4, Cursive Without Tears, Lightning Literature Level 3/4, The Good The Beautiful Handwriting level 4, The Good The Beautiful Math 3/4, Singapore Dimensions Math 4A/4B, Marine Biology (TGTB), US History Studies, California History Studies, Spanish Club, Soaring with Spelling 3/4, 180 Days of History, Argo Prep Science Grade 3 For my 7th Grader: IEW US History Writing, Wordly Wise 7, Lightning Literature Level 7, The Good The Beautiful Handwriting level 7, Mr. D Pre Algebra, Marine Biology (TGTB), US History Studies, California History Studies, Spanish Club, Soaring with Spelling 7, 180 Days of History 7, Argo Prep Science Grade 7, Lexia Power Up, Bible Study For my 9th Grader: Biology (live Charter School Class), Photography (Live Charter School Class), English 9 (In person), World History (In Person), Mr. D Live Geometry, Spanish 2 (Edmentum), PE, Wordly Wise 9, Marine Biology, Bible Study More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education?

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I’m sharing a fun look into a regular DITL during our crazy Summer break! From traveling to lazy days at home, I’ll be giving the inside scoop. On this bonus episode, there is also info on a giveaway I have going on right now on instagram! The Modern Homeschool WebsiteContinue reading "Summer Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family"

Happy Summer everyone! Today will be my last episode for awhile as we head off into Summer break! It has been a pleasure talking homeschool with you this year and I hope to be back this Fall with some new episodes. In the meantime, here are some awesome Summer ideas for family fun and togetherness. I hope you have a blessed Summer and follow The Modern Homeschool Instagram for updates and two bonus Summer episodes! The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm discussing all about how we plan to start homeschooling high school in the Fall. As we make this big leap in homeschooling come along to hear our plans and how we made them! Keep in mind that all students will have different plans based on their career and college goals but here are a few different ideas. The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to NCAA Eligibility Worksheets: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/DI_and_DII_Worksheet.pdf CA Graduation Plan: https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/gs/hs/hsgrtable.asp Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing eight things I would do if I were to restart my homeschooling journey. Simple changes in thought process can go a long way and I want to encourage you in your homeschool or if you are considering starting homeschooling. You've got this and I'll explain why! The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm discussing how I prep in early Summer for next school year. Yep, I am already planning for Fall because I want to have a stress free (mostly) unstructured Summer break. Listen in for a few ideas to get your plans for Fall underway. Some things to consider now in May/June: -Choosing Curriculum for your kiddos for Fall: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/4-things-to-consider-when-selecting-curriculum-for-your-children/ -Checking out my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ -How I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ -Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ -My Podcast and Free Class "Organize your Homeschool QUICK" https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/ -Inspiration for Homeschool Moms: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/breaking-through-winter-homeschool-burnout/ The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing some fun kinder curriculum ideas. Whether you want to build your own curriculum, an open and go curriculum, or no curriculum at all this episode is for you! I will share my best tips and tricks for homeschooling kinder and how I homeschooled my son in kinder and my daughters in the early elementary school ages. Some Homeschool Kindergarten Ideas: Kindergarten Magical days playing outdoors, imagination, reading together, playdough and art. My Favorite Art Supplies: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/ Simple Curricula we used and loved: The Good and Beautiful, handwriting, Lightning Literature Books we LOVE: Frog & Toad Little Critters Ramona Owl at Home Beatrix Potter Watercolor Books: https://amzn.to/4jym1T1, https://amzn.to/44NRufv, https://amzn.to/44cAmQr, https://amzn.to/42B3n77, My Episode: Starting Kindergarten? Homeschooling is a Magical Option My Episode: Sensory Play for Homeschool My Episode: Homeschool Schedule for Kindergarten My Episode: Gardening Gifts for Kids My Episode: Build Your Own Literature Studies in 5 Easy Steps My Episode: Plan your Homeschool Year in 4 Easy Steps Living Book List: https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/ My Art Videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/amysarttable A sample schedule could be: Breakfast, Read Aloud, Art Activity, Maths, Outdoor Play (Sensory, Dough, Rice, Nature), Rest, Snack, Walk, Read, Make Dinner Find more by downloading a free chapter of my book (via pop up on homepage), The Modern Homeschool Teach your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons: https://amzn.to/40pdqeP The Read Aloud Family: https://amzn.to/3WwBDMA Sight Words Kinder: https://amzn.to/48g0km4 Sight Words Pre-K: https://amzn.to/48pcYiM First Little Readers Level A: https://amzn.to/3UuO2jX First Little Readers Level B: https://amzn.to/3A8eWaB Bobs Books Set 1: https://amzn.to/4fobJT3 Bobs Books Set 2: https://amzn.to/3NI7q9g Handwriting From TGTB: https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/pre-k-8-curriculum/handwriting/ Handwriting From Handwriting Without Tears: https://amzn.to/3CfRxV2 Math From TGTB: https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/collections/math Abc Mouse: https://www.abcmouse.com Reading Eggs: https://readingeggs.com Art Journaling, Favorite Journals linked here: https://a.co/d/b8Za4dE How to Help a Struggling Reader at Home:https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/ Consider Building Literature Studies, more information on this topic here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/build-your-own-literature-studies-in-5-easy-steps/ Favorite Books: Little Critters: https://amzn.to/48t5hbb, Berenstain Bears: https://amzn.to/3NQIEUt Arteza Art Journals, Watercolor Set Playdough Recipe, Sensory Rice Recipe The Good and Beautiful Language Arts: Absolutely phenomenal that this mom developed this curriculum and is sharing it for FREE! You can check out the website and download the pages to use with your child.  Link to Stanford Study on Kinder Age: https://cepa.stanford.edu/news/waiting-start-kindergarten-can-be-good-kids-study-says Link to Benefits of Outdoor Learning & Play: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1353829214000379?via%3Dihub Link To Charlotte Mason’s 20 Principles: https://www.amblesideonline.org/CM/20Principles.html Link to Montessori Principles: https://www.dailymontessori.com/montessori-theory The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing practical and some creative ways homeschoolers or parents in general can make extra income. Listen in for all of my favorite ideas to date and a few that I have experience with. The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool: http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/ Link to my planning printables: https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/ More on how I plan here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/