The Homeschooling Saints Podcast

Science as academic subject is often outsourced—via online courses, community programs, and coops—because it can be highly technical. But when it comes to our little ones, how can we moms and dads ignite an interest in science at a level they can understand and enjoy? Today’s guest, homeschooling mom, Alex Resch, will share some tips for Enjoying Science with Young Children.  Alex Resch’s website: https://www.restinthee.com Contact Alex: info@restinthee.com Mudpies to Magnets: A Preschool Science Curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/Mudpies-Magnets-Preschool-Science-Curriculum/dp/0876591128 Exploring What God Has Made: (Science according to the Creation accounts in the Bible) https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/exploring-what-god-has-made/ Brilliant: 28 Catholic Scientists, Mathematicians, and Supersmart People https://www.amazon.com/Brilliant-Catholic-Scientists-Mathematicians-Supersmart/dp/0819812528 Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Are any of your children fall-birthday babies? Are you wondering if they’re ready to begin school at five? Jennifer Smarsh is with us today, to share some thoughts on When to Start Schooling Your Child. You can reach Jennifer Smarsh here: byhisgracejs@gmail.com Jen’s website: https://www.teachingtowardeternity.com/ Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Homeschoolers have the incredible advantage of time and the flexibility to pursue their passions. And today, it is my joy to bring to you three dedicated Catholic teens running a successful, competitive robotics team in their Texas community! Join us today, for Catholic Homeschoolers Building Robots!  The team’s website where you can learn lots more is: https://teachrobots.org/ Here is the link to search for other hubs: https://registry.bestrobotics.org/events. Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

With all the demands of raising and educating our kids, our marriages can unintentionally end up suffering from neglect. Emily Brown, a life coach for Catholic homeschoolers, is with us today to offer some practical ways to Prioritize Your Marriage for a Successful Homeschool! Fiat Life Coaching Website: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/ Consult call with Emily Brown: https://fiatlifecoaching-discoverycall.as.me/1-hour-session Happy, Holy Mama Podcast: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/podcast Other Homeschooling Saints Podcast episodes on Marriage: #105 How to Have a More Lifegiving Marriage #76 How to Have a Marriage You Look Forward To. #32 Interview with a Homeschool Husband Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Today’s guest is Jenny Bales, a leader and consultant in the Catholic homeschooling movement, here to share some practical tips on How to Get Started Homeschooling. Find Jenny Bales: https://www.heartofamother.net If you’re not sure if you’re ready to homeschool, yet: Click: the tab on Jenny’s site labeled, Should You Homeschool? Then Download: “Should I Homeschool? Five Questions to Answer First” Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA):  https://hslda.org   Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

As Catholics, we have a particular appreciation for the significance and power of beauty: In our faith, in art, in God’s creation, and in our very souls. So, today, we have Bill Donaghy from the Theology of the Body Institute to tell us about The Philosophy and Apologetics of Beauty. We'll explore beauty in creation, humanity, art, and God’s masterwork in each of us. Learn how the expression of true beauty brings us closer to God.! Courses with Bill Donaghy for Your Teens: https://caravel.homeschoolconnections.com/catalog/table?tableSearch=&tableFilters[visible][isActive]=false&tableFilters[instructors][value]=235   Bill’s work at the TOB Institute:  https://tobinstitute.org/about-the-institute/team-advisors/ Collaborative works:  RISE: 30 Challenge for Men, with Chris Stefanick: https://coaching.reallifecatholic.com/RISE_parish_promo STRIVE: 21-Day Porn Detox, with Matt Fradd: http://Strive21.com Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

My friends, if you are wondering where to find a truly great writing program for your children—have I got a treat for you! Today my guests are Professor Erin Brown and Aubrey Heki, here to tell us about the Aquinas Writing Advantage Program.  Aquinas Writing Advantage: https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com Erin's blog: https://erinbrownconroy.blog/your-writers-workshop/ Email Aubrey: aheki@homeschoolconnections.com Email Erin: ebconroy@homeschoolconnections.com Aquinas Writing Advantage LIVE Course Guide: https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com/live-courses/   Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Our guest today knows what it’s like to live in the high-pressure culture of perfectionism among Hispanic homeschooling moms. The delightful Marisol Rodero is back with us, and she would like to lovingly say, Hispanic Homeschool Moms—Relax! Contact Marisol Rodero: Info@nobispacem.com Marisol’s Online Homeschool Curriculum: https://nobispacem.com Curriculum review of Nobis Pacem: https://www.mommymaestra.com/2016/11/homeschool-curriculum-spanish-nobis-pacem.html Previous interview with Marisol about her Full Hispanic Catholic Homeschool Curriculum: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/nobis-pacem-a-full-hispanic-catholic-homeschool-curriculum Messy Hospitality with Maureen Wittmann: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/messy-hospitality/  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Today’s guest is Jenny Bales, a leader in the Catholic homeschooling movement and a veteran home educator, here to share some practical tips on Juggling Language Arts—With Joy! Find Jenny Bales: https://www.heartofamother.net   For more on simplifying language arts: https://www.heartofamother.net/languagearts (Sign up for Jenny's newsletter and get a free language arts download!)   Schedule a chat with a Catholic homeschooling consultant today at: https://www.bloomhomeschooling.com   Homeschooling Language Arts Classes: https://homeschoolconnections.com/    Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Math can be a major challenge for parents and children, but our guest today, Matt D’Antuono, is here today to unveil an insight that will help you play a more meaningful long game in the education of your children. He’s here to show us The Beauty of Mathematics! Matt D’Antuono on Facebook: @FoolOnAnErrand https://www.facebook.com/FoolOnAnErrand/ Youtube: DonecRequiescat https://www.youtube.com/@donecrequiescatwithmattdan4294 Books: Philosophy Fridays: Armchair Philosophy Sessions from a High School Physics Classroom http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/philosophyfridays/ A Fool’s Errand: A Brief, Informal Introduction to Philosophy for Young Catholics http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/foolserrand/ The Wise Guy and the Fool http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/wiseguy/ Matt’s listing at CatholicSpeakers.com: https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/matt-d-antuono Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Not all of our kids will grow up to be professional writers, but the ability to write well on any topic of interest fosters thoughtfulness and intellectual clarity. Today’s guest, author and writing instructor, Cheri Blomquist, will give us some great tips on Integrating Writing into Other Subjects. For online writing instruction, https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com/ Find Cheri Blomquist: http://www.onceuponapen.studio/ Cheri’s books:  Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them https://ignatius.com/before-austen-comes-aesop-bacap/ Maria von Trapp and Her Musical Family https://ignatius.com/maria-von-trapp-and-her-musical-family-mvtp/   Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Don’t children ask the best questions? Well, today’s guest, homeschooling veteran, and author Patti Armstrong, created a successful Catholic book series based on the amazing questions of her own children—about loving and living our Catholic faith. Join us to hear the stories behind the beloved “Dear God…” Book Series for Children! Follow her on X, and that’s @PattiArmstrong  Patti’s blog: PattiMaguireArmstrong.com. Find Patti’s books here: http://www.pattimaguirearmstrong.com/p/books.html You can find Patti's books and other Catholic resources at Holy Heroes, https://holyheroes.com/  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Jane Austen is a perennial favorite of homeschool students and their parents because of great stories, wit—and wisdom! Today’s lovely guest is author Haley Stewart, to share a wonderful resource she has created: Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life! Find Haley Stewart: Substack: HaleySteward.substack.com IG: @HaleyCarrots Tw: @HaleyCarrots Episode #14: Haley Stewart: The Grace of Enough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrf1ruDJ21o Episode #140: Haley Stewart: Introducing the Sister Seraphina Mysteries https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL0ymy8rFWE Episode #183: Haley Stewart: Storytelling that Sparks the Imagination of Kids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TabSMPDzjXY Book Ordering Links: Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life: https://amzn.to/3J0rYrc The Grace of Enough https://amzn.to/3U06BN3 The Sister Seraphina Mysteries https://paulinestore.com/books/featured-authors/haley-stewart.html Jane Austin Classes for High School: Homeschool Connections offers a wide variety of online literature courses for Catholic home educators, including Jane Austen. Learn more at the Course Finder, https://homeschoolconnections.com/course-finder/ Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

We are all overwhelmed with tasks and relationships, and all the many pressing needs before us. But we don’t always know where to begin. Catholic homeschooling coach, Emily Brown, is with us today to tell us about The Only Four Problems You’ll Ever Need to Solve. Fiat Life Coaching Website: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/ Emily’s FREE Masterclass: The Intro to Loving Your Homeschool Life: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/intro-to-loving-your-homeschool-life-signup  Emily’s NEW Masterclass:  How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting! https://fiatlifecoaching.com/stop-yelling Emily is a Keynote Speaker for The Catholic Homeschool Conference, 2024. She will also present a pre-recorded workshop that will take you deeper into this topic. https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/ref/53/    Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Raising our children with the life-giving ideals of our Catholic faith takes a special commitment to cultivating their hearts and minds. Our guest today, Matt D’Antuono, is here to encourage you moms, dads, and grandparents with some practical strategies for Helping Our Kids Love the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. Matt D’Antuono on Facebook: @FoolOnAnErrand https://www.facebook.com/FoolOnAnErrand/ Youtube: DonecRequiescat https://www.youtube.com/@donecrequiescatwithmattdan4294 Books: http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/philosophyfridays/ http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/foolserrand/ http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/wiseguy/ Matt’s listing at CatholicSpeakers.com: https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/matt-d-antuono Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

For adults, Holy Week is a time of powerful liturgies, deep prayer, and the profoundly moving recollection of Our Savior’s passion. Our challenge can be to share this sacred time with the little ones in our families. Today’s guest, homeschooling mom, Alex Resch, will share her family’s strategies for Holy Week with Young Children. Find Alex Resch’s blog on liturgical living at Ora et Schola: https://www.oraetschola.com More from Alex Resch: Holy Week: https://www.oraetschola.com/holy-week-homeschool-activities/ Maundy Thursday: https://www.oraetschola.com/maundy-thursday/ FREE Holy Week Homeschool Activity Guide: https://ora-et-schola.ck.page/6e4805829a At Home Holy Hour - Annabelle Moseley: https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/awakewithchrist Catholic Icing Scriptural Lunch and Cookbook: https://shop.catholicicing.com/product/holy-week-easter-cookbook/ Info on the Triduum: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-worship/liturgical-year/triduum Plenary Indulgences during Lent and Holy Week: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250849/how-to-gain-a-plenary-indulgence-during-lent-2022 Tomb Cookies: https://hildaskitchenblog.com/recipe/the-tomb-is-empty-resurrection-cookies/ Christ-centered Easter basket scavenger hunt: https://happyhomefairy.com/christ-centered-easter-morning-scavenger-hunt-preschoolers-free-printable/ Benjamin’s Box: The Story of the Resurrection Eggs, by Melody Carlson: https://www.amazon.com/Benjamins-Box-Story-Resurrection-Eggs/dp/0310715059 Episode #193: Annabelle Moseley: Living the Catholic Holy Hour in Your Home: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/living-the-holy-hour-in-your-homeschool/  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

From the 1920s through the 1950s, radio shows captivated families around the world with dramatic stories that left them breathless and wanting more. Well, I have great news! Today’s guest is Peter Atkinson, the brilliant creator of “The Saints” Catholic Radio Series that will bring your family together--and thrill their souls into the bargain. Find Peter Atkinson: The Merry Beggars: https://themerrybeggars.com TheSaintsPodcast.com: https://themerrybeggars.com/shows/the-saints Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/themerrybeggars/  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Peace. We all want it for ourselves and for our families, but it can be such a struggle. Today’s guest, Jennifer Smarsh, has wonderful insights on some of the “dragons” we need to slay. So stick around for Eight Ways to Win the Battle for Peace in Your Homeschool. You can reach Jennifer Smarsh here: byhisgracejs@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/jen.smarsh Jennifer is also scheduled to be a speaker for The Catholic Homeschool Conference 2024, https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

It takes guts to homeschool, as we struggle with the almost daily insecurities that come with the territory. Am I really doing what’s best for my child? Am I doing it right? Am I good enough to carry this through? Today, it’s a joy to welcome back homeschooling mom Olivia Spears to talk about Courage in Homeschooling. Contact Olivia Spears: https://intothedeep.co/contact Instagram: @intothedeep Resource links: • Unit Study on the Beatitudes, https://intothedeep.co/collections/all-products/products/the-beatitudes-unit-study • Apostles Story Cards, https://intothedeep.co/collections/all-products/products/the-apostles-story-cards  Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog. *this post may include affiliate links

We are extremely busy working, homeschooling, and making ends meet, and our marital relationship can get into quite a neglected state. Today, pastoral counselor and homeschooling dad Tom Weishaar is here to share some Common Marriage Problems—and Simple Solutions! NOTE: This episode contains potentially sensitive topics regarding Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality. You can find Tom at CatholicCounselors.com!  https://catholiccounselors.com/tele-counseling-services/ The CatholicHOM app can be found here: https://www.catholichom.com Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible: Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone Our host is Lisa Mladinich Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast. Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.