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Episode 277: (Encore) Kristina Garner of Blossom and Root Jan 16, 2023

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Special Note: We had a family emergency this weekend and the monday episode was delayed. We will be back to it on Thursday. We are sorry for the delay.

Today on the show we interviewed Kristina Garner, creator of the fantastic secular curriculum Blossom & Root. We discussed what drove her to develop this curriculum, why nature based learning is so critical, and how we should approach using the resources she provides. She also has lots of great advice for new homeschooling families as they embark on this rewarding journey.

Website: https://blossomandroot.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blossomandroot/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeT5LbAPuEKktRMf5BKR5Bg/featured
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blossomandrootfamilies/

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https://librivox.org/
https://www.gutenberg.org/
https://bravewriter.com/

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Episode 276: Short Bite - Cascadia Jan 12, 2023

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This week we talk about the wonderful Pacific Northwest animal focused tile-building set collection game, Cascadia!

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Cascadia - https://amzn.to/3XeFKf1

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Episode 275: Our 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Pre-School Homeschool Year (2023) Jan 09, 2023

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Today we discuss what our plan is for this coming year. We've got two kiddos to consider now. We have to think about balancing curriculums, weighing our activities, and managing our time. It's going to be a great year!

Touring The World Resource Guides
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Show Notes
Blossom and Root - https://blossomandroot.com/curriculum/
Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/
Right Start Math - https://rightstartmath.com/
Math Mammoth - https://www.mathmammoth.com/
Explode the Code - http://www.explodethecode.com/
Wireless Headphones - https://amzn.to/3k0wdKl

What we are reading
Illustrated Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - https://amzn.to/3k2J2Ue
Artemis Fowl - https://amzn.to/3CAYMVc

Episode 274: Short Bite - Mickey and The Beanstalk Jan 05, 2023

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This week we talk about the wonderful family cooperative game, Mickey and The Beanstalk!

Touring The World Resource Guides
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Mickey and The Beanstalk - https://amzn.to/3Glb1pV

Episode 273: (Encore) Homeschool Scheduling Series (Yearly) Jan 02, 2023

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This is an encore episode. We wish you all a happy holiday.

Completing our series about homeschool schedules, we’re talking about yearly homeschool plans. We’ll share options some families use and discuss the benefits to help you choose a yearly plan that works for your family!

Cycle Schooling
Traditional Schooling
Year Round Schooling
Follow co-op or parent partnership year
Schedule around key extracurriculars
Calendar schooling
Keep in mind any state requirements about days of instruction

Touring The World Resource Guides
Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether

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Show Notes
Canada Study Overview (Build Your Library & Torchlight Kindergarten Curriculums) - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/90
Homeschool Scheduling Series (Daily) - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/141
Homeschool Scheduling Series (Weekly) - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/145
Homeschool Burnout - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/89
I Want It All - https://youtu.be/hFDcoX7s6rE
Melissa & Doug 3-Puzzle Jigsaw Set - https://amzn.to/3vc6ekJ

What Are We Into
Hamster Maze - https://youtu.be/TVzqd6wNdKs

Episode 272: (Encore) Short Bite - Railroad Ink Dec 29, 2022

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This is an encore episode. We wish you all a happy holiday.

This week on the podcast we're reviewing a game we played on a recent vacation (yes, we got time with no children!). The game is called Railroad Ink. It's a fast and fun roll and write game that we think will be in heavy rotation over the next few years.

Touring The World Resource Guides
Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether

Show Notes
Railroad Ink - https://amzn.to/3ryJb2Q
Board Game Arena - https://en.boardgamearena.com/

Episode 271: (Encore) Homeschool Scheduling Series (Weekly) Dec 26, 2022

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This is an encore episode. We wish you all a happy holiday.

Last week we talked about daily homeschool schedules and today we’re talking about how to plan your week! We’ll share some options and opportunities to set up your homeschooling week for success!

Traditional 5 day week
4 day week
1 subject a day
1 subject a day plus
Enrichment driven schedule
Shift work
Ad hoc
11 and 1
Subject scheduling options

Touring The World Resource Guides
Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether

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What Are We Into
Toolbox Emotional Bin - https://amzn.to/39GhfAN

Episode 270: (Encore) Short Bite - Trails Dec 22, 2022

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This is an encore episode. We wish you all a happy holiday.

This week on the podcast we're reviewing a game we got over the holidays, Trails. It's one of the most popular family games out there! It's a beautiful game focused on the outdoors! This is the smaller cousin to the game of Parks.

Age: 8+
Players: 2-5 player
Game Play: 2-40 min
Skills: logic, problem solving, resource management

Touring The World Resource Guides
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Show Notes
Trails - https://amzn.to/3sWeDba

Episode 269: (Encore) Homeschool Scheduling Series (Daily) Dec 19, 2022

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This is an encore episode. We wish you all a happy holiday.

Today we’re going to dive into the topic of a daily homeschool schedule! If your homeschool can sometimes feel chaotic, if there isn’t enough time to devote to your lessons, or if you’re just feeling like you could use more structure, then check out this episode and see if a daily schedule tune-up can help your family!

Think routine over schedule
Create blocks of time
Consider the baby and toddler kids first
Be conservative with your estimates
Don’t fight gravity
You don’t have to do every subject every day
Identify priority subjects and use natural hooks
Use morning basket time
Don’t forget about unconventional time
Make a rough plan and try it out
Don’t be afraid to adapt and change
For young kids alternate active with sit downtime
Plan time to get outside

Touring The World Resource Guides
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Show Notes
Am I Doing Enough? Kindergarten (Part 1) - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/28
Am I Doing Enough? Early Elementary (Part 2) - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/29
Kindergarten Morning Basket - https://youtu.be/a1GYeK6Juss
Pre-School Morning Basket - https://youtu.be/1kz7ZwwBXyQ
Pam Barnhill - https://pambarnhill.com/blog-page/
D'Nealian Handwriting Practice Grade K - https://amzn.to/3ESDZMb
The Process Ted Talk (start at 2:50) - https://youtu.be/q7a5TIzOmeQ
Saban on the Process - https://youtu.be/JrcSDMiLyHw
How JK Rowling flummoxed Stephen Fry - https://youtu.be/r84pbPbBAFY

What Are We Into
Audiobooks at the Library
Simple CD player - https://amzn.to/3CIp5pW

Episode 268: Short Bite - Workbook Review - School Zone Big First Grade (1st Grade) Dec 15, 2022

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In today's episode, we review the School Zone Big First Grade workbook. We think these books are great for casual grade level assessment, general review, or summer schooling.

Workbook Review: School Zone Big First Grade (1st Grade) - https://amzn.to/3Bw4W8t
Topic: General Curriculum
Grade Level: 1st
Cost: $6.00

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