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#8: From Unschooling Her Boys to Creating an Online Adventure Education Community- This is Tiya's Story Apr 01, 2023

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Tiya joins us from Florida, where she used the unschooling approach with her two boys from the very beginning. Learning through exploration and sensory activities were the main components to the education of Tiya's sons. Once the boys reached high school, they wanted to enroll in a mainstream education through a local private school. Once there, Tiya expanded her love of homeschooling and helped create the Inner Bliss Sanctuary, an online support community for homeschooling families with an emphasis on adventure education.
I loved talking with Tiya because she makes you want to throw your curriculum books out the window and get your hands dirty with some good ol' fashioned fun. She brings a spark to learning that gets you excited about the journey you are embarking on. Talking with someone at the other end of the spectrum, as her boys are 6'4" and driving now- it is a breath of fresh air to know we don't have to worry about worksheets, flash cards and reading by a certain age. Check out Tiya's website and click on Community to find out more!
https://www.innerblisssanctuary.com/

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#7: Why Even Conservative States Like Georgia Have a Growing Population of Homeschoolers Mar 22, 2023

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This week we chat with Ashley, from Georgia, about why even the conservative states have a growing population of homeschoolers. Ashley explains how her family adjusted to a quick decision to homeschool and how she manages to educate multiple small children at a time. She also tells us how she keeps her little ones in their bedrooms in the morning so she can have a little bit of time to herself before the day starts.
Listen to find out what sort of co-op Ashley started that brought more than 50 homeschoolers to their first gathering!
Curriculum:
https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/
OK to Wake clock
https://www.amazon.com/Mirari-Wake-Alarm-Clock-Night-Light/dp/B00EAHSBV4/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3PN6KGMHLMXFR&keywords=ok+to+wake+clock+for+kids&qid=1679653787&s=home-garden&sprefix=ok+to+wake%2Cgarden%2C147&sr=1-4

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#6: A Mom Who Was Homeschooled Herself: What She Does Differently When Homeschooling Her Kids and What She Warns Homeschooling Parents About Mar 17, 2023

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Keiva joins us today from Vermont. She was homeschooled as a child and is now a mom of six. Her older children attended private school but because of severe bullying, she brought them home to homeschool. Keiva tells us of her experience as a homeschooled student in a small town and gives a warning to other parents currently homeschooling their kids.
We discuss the opportunities allotted to homeschoolers in Vermont, and possibly in your state as well, that are not generally known about. Keiva discusses how she gave up her business to care for her children, but how she has since created another business of her own.
We talk about the lack of students getting into the trades and how places like the career development center are not utilized enough. Keiva explains how her son entered a competition through Skills USA and won many scholarships- another underutilized resource.
Discussed:
Career Development Center/Career Resource Center
Front Page - SkillsUSA.org

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#5: Why A Member of the School Board Chooses to Homeschool Her Kids Mar 12, 2023

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Today we chat with Heather, a mom of four from Minnesota who has a background in Early Childhood Education. She is also a member of the Board of Directors for her district's school board. She discusses her reasons for leaving public school, Social Emotional Learning and what that has become, and how we should be viewing the role of educator in our child's life as an amazing privilege.
Heather explains to us the single most important factor when it comes to our child's success. We also talk about how this time we have with our children under our care is such a short window, however, it is the MOST impactful.
Curriculum discussed:
The Well-Trained Mind - Homeschooling Curriculum (welltrainedmind.com)

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#4: Curriculum, Curriculum! How Kids Learn and What Curriculum is Best for You Mar 04, 2023

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Katie joins us today from Idaho. She has five kids; two who attended public school and three who have been exclusively homeschooled. Katie's background in psychology and as a curriculum consultant brings some great information to the table as she explains how kids learn.
Katie gives us an in-depth description of each curriculum she uses for each subject and why. She explains how content-based subject matter, like; grammar, science, social studies, and geography, can be taught as 'family-style', while skills-based subject matter, such as reading and math, should be taught independently.
What curriculum does Katie suggest is best for you? Listen to find out!
Curriculum discussed:
Pam Barnhill- Your Morning Basket (pahttps://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingmbarnhill.com)
Open and Go curriculum- minimal prep work!
Katie's recommendation:
The Good and the Beautiful (https://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellinggoodandbeautiful.com) **open and go** for:
-Math (spiral technique): K-3 parent-led, grades 4+ video-led
-Handwriting
-Science
K-3- no need to do grammar at this age, focus on phonics, reading, handwriting.
K-3: All About Reading - Official Site | https://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingHomeschool Reading Program (allaboutlearningpress.com)
All About Spelling - Official Site | Homeschool Spelling Program (allaboutlearningpress.com)
Neshttps://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingsy Reading and Spelling | Nessy (for child to do while working with other children)
Explode The Code Online (for child to do while working with other children)
Draw Write Now - Christianbook.com (for child to do while working with other children)
Michael Clay Thompson | Royal Fireworks Press (rfwp.com)
Language Arts- break up into goals. Grades 4-6 finish handwriting, start cursive, spelling (Michael Clay Thompson, All About Spelling, Outschool)
Institute for Excellence in Writing (iew.com)
For online classes-
Set Learning Free: Let kids' curiosity run wild with classes and groups on any topic you can imagine. (outschool.com)
Streaming:
Curiosity Stream | If it's out there, it's in here
BrainPOP
Generation Genius: K-8 Science Videos for Kids – K-12 Internet Resource Center (k12irc.org)
Watch The Magic School Bus | Netflix
Wild Kratts | PBS KIDS

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#3: How to Transition from Public-School Life to Homeschool Life and State Laws That May Be Coming Your Way Feb 27, 2023

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This week we spoke with Julie from California who specializes in transitioning families from the public-school life to the homeschool life. We also discuss California laws and what may be coming your way- so keep an eye on your state's proposed bills.
Julie's website:
tentoad.com: Ten Toad
Julie's conference:
tentoad.com/homeschool-connection-conference: General Info — Ten Toad
Documentary mentioned:
Class Dismissed Class Dismissed Movie
Books mentioned:
Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling by John Taylor Gatto | Goodreads
What Do I Do Monday? by John C. Holt | Goodreads
How Children Learn by John C. Holt | Goodreads
News outlets:
The HighWire | News
Children's Health Defense • Help Children’s Health Defense and RFK, Jr. end the epidemic of poor health plaguing our children. (childrenshealthdefense.org)

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#2: How To Homeschool While Working Full Time Feb 17, 2023

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In this episode, we discuss with Johanna how she works full time and still manages to homeschool her two children. We also chat about how she socializes her kids, the curriculum she uses, and the reporting requirements in the State of New York.
Curriculum discussed:
https://charlottemasonhomeschooling.com/collections/all
https://buildyourlibrary.com/
https://www.masterbooks.com/
https://www.singaporemath.com/
https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/
https://www.christianbook.com/page/homeschool/science/berean-builders
https://www.christianbook.com/science-in-the-beginning/jay-wile/9780989042406/pd/042406?event=ESRCG
https://www.christianbook.com/science-in-the-ancient-world/jay-wile/9780989042420/pd/042420?event=ESRCG
https://www.logicofenglish.com/
https://iew.com/
https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-spelling/
https://writeshop.com/
**Charlotte Mason**
Charlotte Mason was a British educator and reformer in England at the turn of the twentieth century. She proposed to base the education of children upon a wide and liberal curriculum. She was inspired by the writings of the Bible, John Amos Comenius, Matthew Arnold and John Ruskin.

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#1: Should I Homeschool My Kids? Feb 14, 2023

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In this episode, I explain all of the reasons I want to homeschool my two children. I also list all of my fears around homeschooling. Join me as I embark on a journey to find out why homeschool has become so popular, what is the best way to do it, how does it differ from region to region, and ultimately, if I decide to homeschool my kids.
Book referenced: There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather
There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids (from Friluftsliv to Hygge): McGurk, Linda Åkeson: 9781501143625: Amazon.com: Books

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