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#18: How To Shed What's Not Working and Show Up With Purpose In Your Homeschooling Journey Jun 08, 2023

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This week we welcome Teresa from the Kootenay Mountains of British Columbia and homeschool mom of four. With her kids being older, Teresa is able to give us newbies a different perspective on our journey ahead.
Listen as Teresa gives me advice on my stubborn four year old's behavior during a power struggle- or is it really a power struggle? See what Teresa says!
Also- how does she view curriculum? Listen to find out!
Teresa Wiedrick helps the overwhelmed homeschool mama shed what’s not working so she can show up in her homeschool (& life) authentically, purposefully, and confidently. After releasing her book, Homeschool Mama Self-Care: Nurturing the Nurturer (link below!), Teresa began a podcast and offered coaching for homeschool moms.
Links to Teresa's Work:
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/
https://capturing-the-charmed-life.teachable.com/p/capturing-the-charmed-homeschoo
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/homeschool-podcast-for-homeschool-mamas/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/join-the-deschool-your-homeschool-challenge/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/homeschool-mama-self-care-nurturing-the-nurturer/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/how-deschooling-helps-you-live-a-purposeful-life/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/10-simple-steps-to-the-homeschool-life-live-it-on-purpose/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/what-is-an-education-anyways/
https://capturingthecharmedlife.com/deschooling-and-life-purpose-is-there-a-connection/
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#17: Talked Out Of Homeschooling, Hear One Mom's Battle With The School System As She Fights To Keep Her Son Afloat Jun 02, 2023

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Do you homeschool and wonder, "am I doing the right thing for my child?" Have you wanted to homeschool but been talked out of it? Homeschooling comes with many fears, the biggest one being- failing our children. As parents, we only want what's best for our kids, unfortunately, it's impossible to know what that is because none of us have a crystal ball. Elon hasn't invented that yet...
This week we are joined by Kristen, a mom from New York who knew in her heart that homeschooling would be the right choice for her son. Unfortunately, Kristen was talked out of homeschooling by family and friends.
Upon learning that her son has ADHD and tourette syndrome, Kristen's confidence in herself and her ability to homeschool diminished even more because she didn't know if she could provide him with all of the services he would need. So off to school .. with the "professionals" he went.
Kristen explains to us the heartwrenching battle she encountered with the public school system as she tried to keep her son afloat in his classes. Meeting after meeting, being intiminated by teachers, learning there was helpful information yet nobody was willing to give it to her, Kristen fought with the school. Kristen soon learned that decisions are often made in the schools based on funding and paperwork- not what she had planned when searching for her home in this area because of the "great school district."
If you've ever questioned your decision to homeschool, this episode is for you.
If you've ever wondered if you should homeschool, but don't have the confidence to do it, this episode is for you.
I want to thank Kristen for sharing this story with us. I hope you enjoy the show and are able to learn something about our school system from this. Please think about sharing the show with friends, family, and even to your homeschool groups on facebook. If you're able to write a review on Apple Podcasts, that would be so appreciated and will help the show grow organically.
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Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:
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use coupon code "Cheryl40" for 40% off all products for kids ages 5-11!
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Does homeschooling completely freak you out and overwhelm you? You'd like to do it but don't know where to start? Then check out My Homeschool Village! They provide everything you need to homeschool successfully, including customizable lesson plans, interactive curriculum materials, and a community of experienced homeschoolers to help guide you along the way. With their easy-to-use platform, you'll have access to a wealth of resources and support to ensure your homeschooling journey is a success. Join My Homeschool Village today and discover how easy and rewarding homeschooling can be! https://myhomeschoolvillage.com and support The Homeschool How To by using coupon code HOW250 to get 50% off the monthly membership cost for ONE WHOLE YEAR!

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#16: Classical? Charlotte Mason? Unschooling? How One Mom Combines Them All May 26, 2023

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Hilarie joins us today from Idaho; a mom of three who considers herself a classical home educator that delivers with a Charlotte Mason presentation and leaves lots of room for unschoolery. Say that three times fast!!
As a former hairdresser, Hilarie always felt like she wasn't smart "enough" in school. However, when you listen to her speak on homeschooling- she sounds like she has her Master's in education! Proving that you don't need formal education to learn about things you are passionate about. Hilarie explains to us what the classical education is all about and how she uses it, combined with a Charlotte Mason approach. She then allows her children to explore and lead their learning to create a balance of what inspires them, and what is relevant to their learning ability at that moment.
Hilarie tells us about the six purposes of schooling- you do not want to miss these! We discuss learning the basics, how she homeschools with multiple children, and why homeschooling parents always overdo it in the beginning. Keep reading to get links to everything referenced during the episode!
Want to support the show and get really cool products in return??? Then keep reading!
Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:
Use link: https://tuttletwins.com/ref/cheryl
use coupon code "Cheryl40" for 40% off all products for kids ages 5-11!
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Does homeschooling completely freak you out and overwhelm you? You'd like to do it but don't know where to start? Then check out My Homeschool Village! They provide everything you need to homeschool successfully, including customizable lesson plans, interactive curriculum materials, and a community of experienced homeschoolers to help guide you along the way. With their easy-to-use platform, you'll have access to a wealth of resources and support to ensure your homeschooling journey is a success. Join My Homeschool Village today and discover how easy and rewarding homeschooling can be! https://myhomeschoolvillage.com and support The Homeschool How To by using coupon code HOW250 to get 50% off the monthly membership cost for ONE WHOLE YEAR!
References in the show:
https://www.ambleside.org/
https://simplycharlottemason.com/
https://www.mottmedia.com/
Beautiful Feet Books: https://www.bfbooks.com/
Children's Biographies: https://www.thegoodbook.com/series/do-great-things-for-god/?gclid=CjwKCAjwscGjBhAXEiwAswQqNBFoU4tJYeiNE4OPbnijXRK8aurQAEYHSFRpHMMRo35MLGfEw213LRoCRsgQAvD_BwE
https://noeoscience.com/
Mom Delights: https://momdelights.com/index.php/2018/02/06/free-gentle-grammar-curriculum-download/

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#15: Why We Should Be Teaching Our Kids About Gold and Silver and the Fiat System May 18, 2023

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Isabel joins us today from her dual residence in Montana and British Columbia. She homeschools her son and also works for 7K- a company that sells gold and silver. Isabel tells us about the differences in homeschooling in various regions and why is it SO IMPORTANT that we teach out children about the fiat system and gold and silver. Fiat money is a government-issued currency that is not backed by a commodity such as gold. Fiat money gives central banks greater control over the economy because they can control how much money is printed. Most modern paper currencies, such as the U.S. dollar, are fiat currencies. Learn why we need to teach out kids the importance of this information and what they will need in the event that the US dollar collapses.
To contact Isabel:
604-338-1377
https://7kmetals.com/treasurestate
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Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:
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use coupon code "Cheryl40" for 40% off all products for kids ages 5-11!
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Does homeschooling completely freak you out and overwhelm you? You'd like to do it but don't know where to start? Then check out My Homeschool Village! They provide everything you need to homeschool successfully, including customizable lesson plans, interactive curriculum materials, and a community of experienced homeschoolers to help guide you along the way. With their easy-to-use platform, you'll have access to a wealth of resources and support to ensure your homeschooling journey is a success. Join My Homeschool Village today and discover how easy and rewarding homeschooling can be! https://myhomeschoolvillage.com and support The Homeschool How To by using coupon code HOW250 to get 50% off the monthly membership cost for ONE WHOLE YEAR!

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#14: Why A School Teacher Is Choosing To Homeschool May 13, 2023

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Brooke is a school teacher who always wanted to homeschool, but was scared into sending her son to traditional school after an autism diagnosis. After one year, Brooke decided homeschooling was the way to go for her and her family. Although her son did well in class, he was completely exhausted when he got home and Brooke wasn't getting to spend the quality time with her son as she desired.
Brooke discusses the curriculum of the Core Knowledge Foundation with us in detail, explaining how it spirals out into a comprehensive way for children to actually take in the information you are giving them. They even have a "what your ___ grader needs to know" - if you question what your child needs to know by each age!
We discuss government voucher programs, why parents should be the ones to have the tough conversations with their kids, and how even in the best schools- they are STILL A BUSINESS, which gets funding based on test scores.
Does homeschooling completely freak you out and overwhelm you? You'd like to do it but don't know where to start? Then check out My Homeschool VIllage! They provide everything you need to homeschool successfully, including customizable lesson plans, interactive curriculum materials, and a community of experienced homeschoolers to help guide you along the way. With their easy-to-use platform, you'll have access to a wealth of resources and support to ensure your homeschooling journey is a success. Join My Homeschool Village today and discover how easy and rewarding homeschooling can be! https://myhomeschoolvillage.com and support The Homeschool How To by using coupon code HOW250 to get 50% off the monthly membership cost for ONE WHOLE YEAR!
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Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:
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use coupon code "Cheryl40" for 40% off all products for kids ages 5-11!
References from the show:
Math With Confidence:
https://kateshomeschoolmath.com/math-with-confidence-homeschool-math-curriculum/
Core Knowledge Foundation:
https://www.coreknowledge.org/
FreeSchool:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebMFnw6WxozGmqGekJHOJg

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#13: Why It Takes a Village: Learn the Secrets To Homeschooling From a Mom Who Started 20 Years Ago May 05, 2023

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Becky joins us from Utah this week where she discusses her experience of homeschooling over the last 20 years. She tells us how homeschooling is especially hard in the beginning years, but opposite of traditional school, it gets easier as the kids grow. She tells us WHY some homeschoolers are weird- and her secret for getting things like ballet lessons for free!!

Becky started My Homeschool Village to help other homeschooling parents as they set out on their journeys. Not only does My Homeschool Village offer all the courses your children need for school, but additional courses the whole family can take! Their comprehensive library of resources includes everything from legal information to how to create an effective learning plan for your children. They also provide personalized advice and recommendations to make sure you are successful.
Their program is like having a personal homeschool consultant at your fingertips as you and your family navigate through the homeschool experience. Best of all, it requires minimal or no planning on your part; assignments are graded automatically without any extra effort on your end. You’ll also find their program to be extremely affordable with MY coupon code- perfect for homeschooling families on a tight budget. Included in your monthly subscription is access to top-notch educational sites such as IXL, Reading Eggs, Mathseeds, Starfall, Typesy, and CreativeBug. They cover all the subjects required by the state curriculum plus other topics that parents feel their children need to really thrive - like life skills such as finance, homesteading, herbal remedies, emergency preparedness, and even survival courses!
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#12: The History of Education with Chris from 67Podcast- A Comprehensive Look Into How We Got Here Apr 28, 2023

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This week we are joined by Chris from @67Podcast to discuss the history of education, trauma-based events in the schools, how he plans to approach homeschooling with his daughter, and why we should NEVER use hand sanitizer again.

Chris’ ability to present analogies that make even the hardest concepts easily digestible make this conversation entertaining and thought provoking. Join us on this journey to understand why schools were created, what purpose they serve, and what kids really need to know by age 18.
**Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom and responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:
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#11: The Homeschool Experience: From a Homeschooled Student As She Prepares To Graduate Apr 19, 2023

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Anna joins us today with the perspective of the one that truly matters in this great homeschooling debate- The Homeschooled Student! As parents, we want what's best for our kids, but if we were never homeschooled, we have no way of knowing if homeschooling is a desirable way to spend our childhood years! Enter Anna.
Anna gives us insight on growing up with your siblings by your side day in and day out. She discusses with us how she spends her days AND she answers the tough question from me- "will you regret not having the traditional experiences of school??" Listen to find out her answers!
The curricula mentioned in this episode are:
The Sonlight-
https://www.sonlight.com/preschool-package?gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi46iBhDyARIsAE3nVrb2uqnoNIj_Ez67zrj2Gu-WV6XBztgmJ3FTLLLIJFMH-6MO3XJ2zvoaAt27EALw_wcB
Saxon Math-
https://www.sonlight.com/homeschool/subjects/math/saxon?gad=1
Teaching Textbooks-
https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/
Math-U-See-
https://www.christianbook.com/page/homeschool/math/math-u-see?utm_source=google&kw=127983375730&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi46iBhDyARIsAE3nVrbtDpx9iRmAvtk53uJH-nxJAOrfbfeBVVJlkhbXJIQuTKuVFQjUD6QaAgI9EALw_wcB

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#10: Online Options for Homeschool- When the School System Is Your Employer and Your Child's Educator, But You've Had Enough Apr 15, 2023

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Laura joins us this week from New York where she is a mom of three and a teacher. Laura was employed at the school her children attended, but recently left this position because of the radical agendas being pushed upon both the students and the teachers. Laura's youngest was no longer happy at school, so she pulled him and enrolled him in an online school, The Keystone School, where he has flourished.
The Keystone School offers a flexible online learning environment for grades K-12. Laura explains how her son is able to get his coursework done and still manage to attend snowboarding school in Vermont for the winter season. Programs like this really let us see that kids don't need to be at a desk for 6+ hours a day!
I loved hearing about this schooling option, I think this will be a saving grace for working families who don't want their kids indoctrinated by the school system- but don't have the time to sit with their kids one on one to teach.
As more options for homeschooling arise, we as parents become more empowered. This podcast is meant to empower YOU! Thank you to everyone who tunes in for this week's show! Also- thank you to everyone who listened to my episode of Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli! I loved reading everyone's comments and emails! If you are a homeschooling family and want to be a guest on my show- email me at TheHomeschoolHowTo@gmail.com
The Keystone School website:
https://www.keystoneschoolonline.com/

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#9: One Mom's Journey: From Not Fitting In to Pioneering a New Path Forward Apr 07, 2023

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Rachel joins us today from New Jersey. She started her son in public school but after he was diagnosed with special needs, she found herself trying to help the teachers more than the teachers were helping her son. Rachel pulled her son from school and began the homeschooling process.
Sadly, Rachel discovered that she and her son felt out of place within the homeschooling community. Playgroups had cliques among the kids and adults and the experience was not as welcoming as she had hoped, especially with her new baby in tow.
So, Rachel started her own group with a focus on making every person feel as though they "fit in". The group quickly expanded to over 30 families. Rachel leads projects in Art, Science, and Math weekly, with a goal of expanding out to other counties and states in the future. Please check out her website, Pioneering Kids, Inc. for more information:
Pioneering Kids Central NJ based out of Monmouth County
https://pioneeringkidsinc.com/
Pioneering Kids South NJ based out of Salem County
https://m.facebook.com/groups/975608906738228/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/3061340977280471/

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