Homeschool Together Podcast

Episode 207: Summer Schooling May 16, 2022

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It’s that time of year when we’re knee deep in planning for summer. Even though we may not follow the traditional school year, summer is a time when there are special opportunities for learning that don’t happen the rest of the year. Today we’re going to discuss some ideas to make this a great (and educational) summer!

Homeschooling Through The Summer - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/103

Dive into media
library book challenges
Camps
Try curriculum samples
Review and Mastery
Push Ahead and Excel
Physical (skill, sport, etc.)
Tutoring (art or music)
Project summer (something you don't normally have time for)
Focus on health and activity
Journaling or writing stories
Focus on friendships and connection
Nature school (school outside, study natural world)
Unschooling

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Show Notes
Real Science Odyssey - https://www.pandiapress.com/product/real-science-odyssey-life-level-one/
Khan Academy Kids - https://khankids.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004559231-Welcome-to-Khan-Academy-Kids
Beast Academy - https://beastacademy.com/
Reading Eggs - https://readingeggs.com/
KSU Fishing - http://ksufishingteam.com/
Blossom and Root Nature Curriculum - https://blossomandroot.com/2018/04/inspiring-wonder-nature-study-in-blossom-and-root-kindergarten/

What we are into this week
Where’s My Water game - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wheres-my-water/id449735650

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Episode 206: Short Bite - Build Your Library Harry Potter Unit Study with Jessica Weeks May 12, 2022

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In today's episode we invite back this week's homeschool journey's interview, Jessica Weeks, to discuss her experience with the Build Your Library Harry Potter unit study. Arial and Jessica drive this chat with their radiant love of all things Potter, while Matt stares off at the wall and thinks about the books he needs to read next year.

Build Your Library Harry Potter Unit Study - https://buildyourlibrary.com/unit-study-harry-potter-sorcerers-stone/
Unofficial 1,000 Magical Herbs and Fungi - https://amzn.to/3vRjP2B
The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook - https://amzn.to/3vQzsaw

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Episode 205: Homeschooling Journeys with Jessica Weeks May 09, 2022

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In today's Homeschooling Journeys we have Jessica Weeks, a homeschooling mom of 2 children. Jessica balances her homeschooling with her local parent partnership, shifted spouse work schedules, and working part time herself. This was an inspiring interview full of great ideas and motivation!

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Show Notes
Charlotte Mason - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte_Mason
Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/
Torchlight - https://torchlightcurriculum.com/torchlight/
All About Spelling - https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-spelling/
Prodigy Math - https://www.prodigygame.com/main-en/
Art of Problem Solving - https://artofproblemsolving.com/
Reading Eggs - https://readingeggs.com/

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Episode 204: Short Bite - Using Word Ladders to Drive Literacy May 05, 2022

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In today's episode we talk about a resource we've been using over the last few weeks to great success. We began to implement this after listening to Dr. Tim Rasinski on the Science of Reading podcast.

Scholastic Word Ladders (K-1) - https://amzn.to/3vBlTMa
Timothy Rasinski - http://www.timrasinski.com/
Dr. Tim on the Science of Reading Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1-04-the-importance-of-fluency-instruction-tim-rasinski/id1483513974?i=1000457953504

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Episode 203: Reading Aloud May 02, 2022

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Reading aloud is one of the most powerful and meaningful activities that we can do with our children. It’s a time for comfort, discovery, and connection. Today we’ll be delving into the world of reading aloud, exploring the benefits, do’s and don’ts, and how to make it the best time spent each day!

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Wizard of Earthsea - https://amzn.to/37RMdZx
Jim Dale Harry Potter Audiobook - https://amzn.to/3vxT2Zb
Missy Piggle Wiggle - https://amzn.to/3vwS7rH
Usborne My First Library - https://amzn.to/3FkkMnv
Anna Karenina - https://amzn.to/3MNia3X
Pennyroyal academy - https://amzn.to/3ORSV1Y
History Book by Book - http://historybookbybook.com/Main_Page
SuggestMeABook - https://www.reddit.com/r/suggestmeabook/

What we are into this week
That'll Work - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCja3KvshI_GvYMf9XjIwF4g

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Episode 202: Short Bite - Railroad Ink Apr 28, 2022

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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.

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

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Episode 201: Homeschooling Journeys with Kayli from Love Learning Everyday Apr 25, 2022

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In today's Homeschooling Journeys we have Kayli, a homeschooling mom of 2 gifted children. Kayli's family is a military family so they face their own challenges and uncertainties. It was a fascinating discussion about how they face those challenges and ensure success with their homeschool. Kayli was a great interview, full of ideas and lots of curriculum talk!

Love Learning Everyday YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/LoveLearningEveryday/featured

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Show Notes
Charlotte Mason - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte_Mason
Waldorf - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waldorf_education
Singapore Dimensions - https://www.singaporemath.com/pages/programs-dimensions-math-pk-5-for-homeschool
Beast Academy - https://beastacademy.com/
Explode the Code - https://www.explodethecode.com/
Michael Clay Thompson - https://www.rfwp.com/mct-language-arts/
Torchlight - https://torchlightcurriculum.com/torchlight/
Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/
Blossom and Root - https://blossomandroot.com/
Wildkratts - https://pbskids.org/wildkratts/
The Westing Game - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Westing_Game
Night Zoo Keeper - https://www.nightzookeeper.com/
Pandemic Board Game - https://amzn.to/3xKqxc1
Ubongo - https://amzn.to/3vebIx3
Silver and Gold - https://amzn.to/37x7lEe
Sushi Roll - https://amzn.to/37v2Xpf
Math Kangaroo - https://mathkangaroo.org/mks/

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Episode 200: Episode 200! And a checkup on our Homeschool Apr 21, 2022

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It's episode 200. We've reached a big round number! So we take a moment to thank you, folks! And to check up on where we are in homeschooling :)

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Show Notes
Right Start Math
All About Reading
Math Mammoth
Build Your Library
Blossom and Root
Waldock Way
Playing Preschool
Torchlight

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Episode 199: Safety and Emergency Preparedness Apr 18, 2022

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One of the best parts of homeschooling is that we don’t need to stick strictly to the core academic subjects. We can incorporate life skills and important lessons that our children might not otherwise get. Today we’ll be discussing ways that we can teach our kids about safety and emergency preparedness.

How to Approach Talking to Your Kids About Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Safety
Emergency Preparedness
Resources & Equipment
Things to Keep in Mind

Show Notes
Safety with Strangers - https://www.kidpower.org/library/article/safe-without-scared/
I Said No - https://amzn.to/37p7cCC
Bug Out Bags for Kids - https://www.happypreppers.com/kidsbugoutbag.html
Skill Trek - https://skill-trek.com/
Air Tag Wristband - https://amzn.to/3vn84Q
Saftey Lessons - https://a2zhomeschooling.com/explore/health_fitness_kids/safety_lessons_kids/
Free Range Kids - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free-range_parenting

What are we into this week
Consignment Sales!

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Episode 198: Short Bite - Bookfinder is number 1! Apr 14, 2022

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This is not an ad for Book Finder, but it should be (looking at you book finder). Listen to Arial talk lovingly about her favorite online book store.

Book Finder - https://www.bookfinder.com/
Buy All The Books - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/22
Organize All The Books - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/63

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