Little by Little Homeschool - Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family

It seems like everywhere you turn, someone is adding to the list of subjects to cover in your homeschool. And those are all really great courses of study and enrichment, but maybe they're not right for you. Simplicity is calling your name. And you'd rather get really good at a few subjects and topics than try to cover everything. Let's link arms and pare down the list to make it more manageable. And we'll let the cherry on top be the idea of thinking outside the box because not every area of study can fit neatly in a box...or time block. ♥ Leigh     JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship    DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 286. Life Skills You Have To Teach Your Homeschool Child This Year: Ditch The Books And Add In These Lessons!    202. Deschooling: What It Is and Why Every Homeschool Parent Needs to Do It    300. Finding Balance And Embracing Change For A Slower and Deeper Home Education With Leslie Martino  

Spoiler alert: homeschool is not always sunshine, roses, and happy-happy. There are going to be ups and downs. And one of those happens when your homeschooler struggles in their studies. This could be one subject, a few subjects, or homeschool in general. What's a homeschool mom to do? Hunker down and push through? Give up? Find a corner to cry in? It's probably not a good idea to do any of those. And I've got some ideas for you in today's episode. Let's get you out of this unmotivated season and find your homeschool better on the other side. ♥ Leigh     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 302. If You Do Nothing Else In Your Homeschool Today: Focus On Character Training    244. Desperate For Easy Homeschool Days? Create Habits The Entire Family Benefits From With Sonya Shafer of Simply Charlotte Mason    304. My Unofficial Poll And The Trend I've Observed Towards Quitting Homeschool: When, Who, Why    284. Skill Subjects Vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling? 

Do you feel like you're a stick in the mud and lean towards being legalistically organized? Maybe the other end of the spectrum appeals to you and you're worried that your fly by the seat of your pants isn't enough for your homeschool. Quite possibly, you find yourself somewhere between those polar opposites. And your desire is to have your homeschool organized enough, but enjoy the opportunity to be flexibile since you decide the schedule. Let's talk about finding that balance you really want as a homeschool mom because when you feel good about homeschool, everyone benefits! ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 169. Unschooling: Why This Style of Homeschooling Is On the Rise and the Main Focus of This Type of Education    282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How To Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing    294. Public School Is All About Grade Levels But How Should Homeschoolers Approach It?    297. How To Handle Homeschooling And Teaching Multiple Ages Of Children And Actually Get It All Done 

Teaching a child to read is full of emotions. One minute you are excited and the next minute, you wonder if this is even possible.  It's such an awesome responsibility and as homeschool moms, we take it very seriously. But then, the reality of the day in and day out of teaching and practicing happens. And you wonde r if you're even cut out for this. That struggling feeling can make you feel defeated and wonder if you should just quit or try something new or hire a tutor? Before you make any rash decisions, give this episode a listen. Then, sleep on it and go from there. I promise that there is hope, as well as reading on the horizon! ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 23. How to Keep From Falling Behind in Kindergarten and What a Homeschool Mom’s Attitude Should Be When Choosing Curriculum    89. How to Create the Love of Reading in Your Homeschooler and Why This Is Important for Their Education     151. What’s the Big Deal About Reading Aloud to Your Child? Top Benefits and Reasons to Include This In Your Homeschool    220. I Love Being With My Homeschooled Kids But The Teaching Part Makes Me Frustrated And Angry 

No one starts something with the intention of quitting. And that especially applies towards parents making decisions about their children. Of course, homeschooling is included in that! So, if no one plans to quit, why are there numbers of families doing just that? Could your family be next? Over the past decade, I've observed a few trends and one of them is the when, who, and why behind walking away from homeschooling. I thought that this should be brought to light and openly discussed so that you can combat this possibility on a personal level. Let's break it down and see what exactly leads to quitting, but then I've got hope for you to stay the course...I promise not to leave you hanging with bad news! ♥ Leigh     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 125. 6 Warning Signs You Are About to Burnout As a Homeschool Mom    128. Top Reasons You Keep Changing Your Homeschool Curriculum and How to Stay Consistent With What You Have    227. The Number One Key To Successfully Homeschooling Your Children Kindergarten Through High School    142. How To Build The Best Bond With Your Homeschool High Schooler: Motherhood and The Teen Years    

As homeschool moms, we are usually very excited about anything and everything homeschooling. Is Dad just along for the ride? Or is he supposed to jump in and help run the show? Did you catch that phrase "supposed to?" I hope so. Because that is what we are going to cover today.  After all my years in the homeschool world, I think I've seen and heard it all. And today's episode is a compilation of the top ideas for Dad's role in your home education. Buckle up for a brain dump and some encouragement as you navigate this part of your relationship. ♥ Leigh     GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 32. How to Talk to Your Family Members About Your Decision to Homeschool: A 3 Step Process to Make This Easy    69. How to Set-Up the Perfect Homeschool Room for Your Family    177. 6 Steps to Lay Down Busy and Create the Homeschool Lifestyle Your Family Will Thrive In    241. Can You Successfully Homeschool On A Budget? 8 Ideas To Help Your Family   

Have you thought about the fact that your children are home with you and a bit of a captive audience at this point? It's true! And that means you can focus not only on academics, but on building their character too. Which means that to do that, it needs to be a focus for your daily lessons. With all the years of homeschooling and launching two of my children into the world, I have zero regrets of the time we focus on character training. And some days, it was the main goal for the day because it mattered more than the geography lesson. Grab a pen and paper and get ready to analyze your goals after this episode! ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship    Marilyn Boyer's Character Concepts: https://characterconcepts.com/store/ Character Building For Families Vol. 1 by Lee Ann Rubsam https://rstyle.me/+jNZJb6Qdhpx6fp8VqlHk_A September & Co https://septemberandco.com/collections/character         Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the Time    159. Want Your Spiritual Life to Grow as a Homeschool Mom? 2 Important Habits to Consider Adding    10. How to NOT Dread Parenting and Homeschooling the Teen Years: 4 Steps to Being Intentional Before the Teenage Years 

Are you finding day in and day out going by and you are struggling to get your homeschool done? You aren't alone. It's so easy to keep busy each day and have a long to-do list. But, you've decided to homeschool and it's an important priority for your family. The day in and day out execution can be a struggle though as you suddenly find the day is almost over and you haven't gotten to your plans. There is a simple solution though and it just takes a little intentionality. I'm sharing the two main areas that have helped me stay focused and consistent throughout all the years of homeschooling. Grab a pen and paper to take a few notes so you can reach your goals too! ♥ Leigh     Classical Conversations: https://info.classicalconversations.com/newyork   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 120. 9 Styles of Homeschool and How To Know Which Is Best For Your Family    151. What’s the Big Deal About Reading Aloud to Your Child? Top Benefits and Reasons to Include This In Your Homeschool    225. Help! My Children Won't Cooperate With Me and Refuse To Do Their Homeschool Work    259. The Different Types of Homeschool Moms: Which One Are You?   

I haven't met a homeschool mom yet who doesn't desire joy in her homeschool. But how do you obtain and maintain that joy as you home educate your children? Today's guest, Leslie Martino, is here to help you to find that joy, even in the midst of consistent change as you raise your children. She sees that homeschool can be accomplished in a slower manner that allows for balance and wonder. I promise that you are going to love this episode, so get cozy and settle in for some encouragement and a few mic drop moments! ♥ Leigh     Leslie's website: https://lesliemartino.com/ Leslie's book: https://rstyle.me/+USJPG2xTYmhJQP086WteKA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesliemmartino/     GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE (Sales Close October 25th!) www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 220. I Love Being With My Homeschooled Kids But The Teaching Part Makes Me Frustrated And Angry    239. 5 Habits That A Busy Homeschool Mom Needs to Ditch Today    256. Keeping Your Eyes On the Big Picture And End Goal of Homeschooling    277. 15 Benefits of Homeschooling You May Not Realize in 15 Minutes   

It's funny how we think we have so much to keep up with before having children. Then, we add them into the mix. And oh, yeah...you're homeschooling too. And the messes pile up and the cleaning never ends. Where are you supposed to find the time to take back control over your home? Here's a hint: there is only so much you can do right now. But, I've got some practical tips you can begin weaving into your weeks to take the load off your constantly growing to-do list. ♥Leigh     CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 41. How Does a Homeschool Mom Know What to Keep and What to Toss? The Great Declutter Debate    217. Feeling Frustrated That The Housework Never Ends? How To Get All The Chores Done Each Homeschool Day   222. Needing Balance In Your Life? Master These 2 Times In Your Day As A Homeschool Mom    248. Homeschooling And Motherhood Can Be Hard, But That Doesn't Mean It's Bad With Abbie Halberstadt From M Is For Mama 

Everyone says homeschool should be fun. And you're over there slogging through the academics wondering if you're being lied to. You ask yourself often how you can keep your kids learning, but also create some fun memories that won't stress you out. Today's episode is here for you! We're going to explore some ideas to bring the fun into homeschool in a way that your kids might not even realize that they are learning.  You are going to walk away with a few ways that you can begin incorporating some new ideas into your homeschool today, so get ready for a boost to your home education! ♥ Leigh   Easy Grammar: https://easygrammar.com/   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 94. Use These Simple Steps to Create the Perfect Homeschool Routine For Your Family    131. Struggling With Meltdowns? Try These 7 Ways to Help Your Young Child Manage Their Emotions    171. Tired of ”Doing School at Home” and Want to Really Homeschool? Change Your Approach Today!    224. What Year Round Homeschooling Can Look Like And How It Can Be The Answer To All Your Bad Days   

Homeschooling is very uniqe from the classroom setting because...hint, hint...you aren't trying to recreate that, but you most likely have multiple children at different ages and abilities. All sitting (maybe) and looking at you for direction. And there is only one of you! {Or two if you count Dad.} How in the world are you supposed to teach one child to read, the other how to write a paragraph, and another mathematical order of operations? And at the very same time! I've got you. This was me for many years of homeschooling. But, I found some tips that helped me to actually accomplish our goals and keep my sanity too. You'll walk away from this episode with ideas that you can begin to implement immediately and see results soon too! ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 284. Skill Subjects vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?    294. Public School Is All About Grade Levels But How Should Homeschoolers Approach It?    250. Help Your Children Fall In Love With Homeschooling: Education Doesn't Have To Be Boring    239. 5 Habits That A Busy Homeschool Mom Needs to Ditch Today   

You are most likely a first generation homeschool mom wishing and hoping that someday your children will see the sacrifice and the effort you put into homeschooling and discipling them.  And maybe part of you is praying that your children will grow up to be parents who want to homeschool their children...your grandchildren! Today's guest, Kirsten Vossler, from Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast is going to give you a glimpse into what that looks like. Kirsten's parents homeschooled her and the impact it made on her life is still rippling. As if that topic wasn't enough, Kirsten shares how she and her husband focus on discipleship in their home, along with the practicality of homeschooling with babies and toddlers in our arms. Grab that load of laundry that needs to be folded and settle in for a positive episode that will keep you inspired! ♥Leigh   Kirsten's website: https://kirstenvossler.com   Instagram: https://instagram.com/rejoicinginmotherhood   Podcast: Rejoicing in Motherhood-- available everywhere! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rejoicing-in-motherhood-christian-moms-spirit-filled/id1564875161   Freebie: 5 Ways to Increase Your Joy Level Today https://exceptional-producer-615.ck.page/43297fa292     Leigh on Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast       DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 72. Why Sending Your Child to Preschool is Unnecessary and How to Homeschool Preschool    83. The Biggest Excuses Parents Make Against Homeschooling Their Children and The Real Reason They Say No   145. Save Time Each Homeschool Morning--How to Beat the Crazy Rush and Have a Calm Start to the Day    178. 10 Ways to Set Up Your Daily Homeschool Schedule 

Is fighting and arguing a regular occurence in your home? Are you trying to maintain the peace in your home and encourage good relationships among your children? Do you desire for your homeschool children to be the best of friends as adults? Well, it all starts and ends with mom and dad. You get to choose what this looks like in your home during their childhood. Eventually, they will make their own choices, but those can be greatly affected by their upbringing. I'm sharing from my own personal experience of changing the story when it comes to sibling relationships and how my husband and I helped to ensure great friendships among our children, all in today's episode. ♥Leigh   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 10. How to NOT Dread Parenting and Homeschooling the Teen Years: 4 Steps to Being Intentional Before the Teenage Years    88. Homeschool Teens and Friends: How to Balance Their Need For Friendship With Your Family’s Goals    140. Break the Phone Addiction: Stop Letting It Control Your Homeschool Day    172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the Time   

"What grade are you in?" It's such a super common question in our society. Most people don't even flinch when they hear it. And kids in public school quickly give an answer.  But, if you've ever asked a homeschooler this question, some of them freeze like a deer in headlights. Others may slowly give a reply. Either way, it isn't a super prevalent question in the homeschool world. What does this mean for the homeschool mom though? Today's episode is going to walk you through the meaning behind grade levels and give you lots of ideas on how to approach this with your homeschooled children. ♥Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 74. Homeschooling With Toddlers and Preschoolers Around: Practical Tips to Succeed in the Homeschool Day with Young Children    145. Save Time Each Homeschool Morning--How to Beat the Crazy Rush and Have a Calm Start to the Day    189. Recordkeeping Through All the Homeschool Years: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know   

Just like life, homeschooling has it's ups and downs. It can be so hard at times and that's when we wonder if, as moms, we're actually cut out for it. Today's guest, Meg Thomas, of Called to Homeschool is here to share with you just what you should do when homeschool feels hard. And how about those days you think that you're going to lose your mind? Well, she's got something to say about that too. Grab that load of laundry that needs folded and let the kids play a little longer and listen in on this conversation! ♥ Leigh   Meg's website: www.coachmegthomas.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-to-homeschool/id1456539406 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmegthomas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachmegthomas YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzMwB9lH7UvLX0VUdKLhfUg     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 109. In What Way Should A Homeschool Mom Respond to A Negative Attitude? A Few Solutions To Tackle This Common Challenge    138. My Top 3 Daily Habits That Keep Me On Track As A Busy Homeschool Mom   175. Discovering Your Purpose in Homeschool--What You Really Need to Focus On!    224. What Year Round Homeschooling Can Look Like And How It Can Be The Answer To All Your Bad Days 

When you were little and thought about what you wanted "to be" when you grew up, homeschool mom probably wasn't top of the list. Or maybe not even on the list! But, here you are: a homeschool mom. Not only are you responsible for all the regular motherhood duties, now you've got education on your to-do list. I totally get it. It was never a part of my plan. And yet, here I am, a homeschool mom who wouldn't trade this role for anything. And I want you to come that very same conclusion. Today's episode will draw on my own personal journey in hopes that it will help you to embrace the homeschool lifestyle. ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 134. Are You An Introvert or Extrovert Homeschool Mom? Why It Matters and How It Affects Your Homeschooling    158. You Don’t Have to Lose Yourself in Homeschooling Any Longer! Find Out How to Grow in This Season    192.Get the Balance You Want in Your Motherhood, Marriage, and Homeschool: Is It Possible to Be Content?    234. How Our Family Has Lived On A Single Income For Over 20 Years And Thrived 

You're probably totally on board with your homeschool not needing to resemble a public school schedule. But, you have curriculum, goals, and great ideas that you want to make sure you actually get to. Do you need to buy a planner? Get super organized with a calendar? Write out detailed plans? Wing it every day? Well, it really depends. I'm sharing five options with you today. Take a few notes and then think about what you've learned and decide what will serve your family best this homeschool year.  ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 77. 3 Steps to Set Up Your Homeschool Calendar and Be Successful at Planning and Carrying Through With It    187. How to Go From Inconsistent in Your Homeschool to Actually Carrying Through With Your Plans    279. Back To School: How To Choose The Right Homeschool Curriculum For This Year    284. Skill Subjects Vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?  

What does it look like to change your view of learning? Most likely, you went to school. And that helped to shape your understanding of education. But now, you're hearing people talk about school and education and how it can look different. The benefits sound just like what you'd like for your children. And you're ready to take those next steps. You're in luck! I've got that very thing for you in today's episode. Let's make some big changes in the way you homeschool, but in a little by little way that creates new ways of viewing education. ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How To Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing    284. Skill Subjects Vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?   283. When Your Why For Homeschooling Is Bigger Than Academics: Yvette Hampton Of Schoolhouse Rocked On Creating A Discipleship Focused Homeschool    260. Is Any Of What You Are Doing in Homeschooling and Motherhood Worth It? Take A Glimpse Into Your Future    36. 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling: What My Public School Education Didn’t Tell Me 

Every day as a homeschool mom can be full with the regular to-do list, home education, activities, experiences, meeting personal goals, and so on and so on. This requires you to be fully present and on for all that is happening in your day. But, with a full day and many needs to meet, it can easily and quickly deplete even the most energetic homeschool mom. To be honest, I failed in this area of having enough energy each (or most) days for too many years. I didn't know what I know now. If I could go back, I would definitely want a do-over in this area because I can see how not having enough energy led to me being tired and grumpy. Today's episode is all about 6 ways you can re-claim your energy and feel ready to take on the homeschool day! ♥ Leigh     GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 157. Simple Steps to Make Positive Changes in Your Health As a Homeschool Mom    173. A Simple and Sustainable Approach to Health and Fitness For the Homeschool Mom with Evgenia Arasim of At Nourished Motherhood    242. Unlearning Diet Culture and Discovering Weight Loss In My 40's: Training For My Old Lady Body   240. How To Overcome Mom Anger And Have More Patience With Your Homeschool Children With Elizabeth Andreyevskiy of Emotionally Health Legacy