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43: How To Add Poetry And Recitation To Your Homeschool With Crystin Morris

November 11, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

You don't have to be afraid to add poetry to your homeschool! It can be fun and enjoyable for the whole family. Join Crystin Morris and me as we share what poetry looks like in our homeschools. This episode is full of practical tips about how you can add poetry and recitation to your homeschool in as little as five minutes a day! What we talked about Why you should include poetry and recitation in your homeschools, and how you can fit it into your school schedules without it being overwhel...

42: How To Add Music To Your Homeschool With Melissa Kamm

October 28, 2019 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

Adding music to your homeschool can be intimidating if you do not have a background in music. But it doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming! I love all the practical tips Melissa Kamm provides to help us find simple and fun ways to enjoy music regardless of your musical background. What we talked about How music in your homeschool benefits your children. And it's not all academic. Ways to cultivate an appreciation for music for children of all ages and varying interests. Sugges...

042: How To Add Music To Your Homeschool With Melissa Kamm

October 28, 2019 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

Adding music to your homeschool can be intimidating if you do not have a background in music. But it doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming! I love all the practical tips Melissa Kamm provides to help us find simple and fun ways to enjoy music regardless of your musical background. What we talked about How music in your homeschool benefits your children. And it's not all academic. Ways to cultivate an appreciation for music for children of all ages and varying interests. Sugges...

041: How To Add Literature To Your Homeschool With Dachelle McVey

October 14, 2019 18:53 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Adding literature to your homeschool can be quite a balancing act. Some children are reluctant readers while others love to read but only want to read books of their choosing. Regardless of whether your child is a bookworm or a reluctant reader, you can add more literature to your homeschool, (re)capture the joy of reading, and spice up literary studies in your homeschool. Find out more in this episode. What we talked about How you can spice up your literature readings in your homeschool. ...

41: How To Add Literature To Your Homeschool With Dachelle McVey

October 14, 2019 18:53 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Adding literature to your homeschool can be quite a balancing act. Some children are reluctant readers while others love to read but only want to read books of their choosing. Regardless of whether your child is a bookworm or a reluctant reader, you can add more literature to your homeschool, (re)capture the joy of reading, and spice up literary studies in your homeschool. Find out more in this episode. What we talked about How you can spice up your literature readings in your homeschool. ...

040: How to Add Enchantment to Your Homeschool with Dachelle McVey

September 30, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Are you looking for a way to bring joy back to your homeschool? I love how Dachelle finds her joy by adding a little enchantment to their homeschool routine. And she does it in a way that the whole family enjoys and doesn't overwhelm their schedule. As she said, "Enchantment does not happen every day. It is rare. It's a little surprise of happiness and brings you joy." Listen in to learn more! Highlights from the episode and links mentioned: What is missing from many homeschools. And how g...

40: How to Add Enchantment to Your Homeschool with Dachelle McVey

September 30, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Are you looking for a way to bring joy back to your homeschool? I love how Dachelle finds her joy by adding a little enchantment to their homeschool routine. And she does it in a way that the whole family enjoys and doesn't overwhelm their schedule. As she said, "Enchantment does not happen every day. It is rare. It's a little surprise of happiness and brings you joy." Listen in to learn more! Highlights from the episode and links mentioned: What is missing from many homeschools. And how g...

39: Consistency Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 23, 2019 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MB

Just about everyone struggles with being consistent. Keeping a few principles in mind will make it easier to maintain your consistency. We'll discuss those principles in this episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

039: Consistency Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 23, 2019 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MB

Just about everyone struggles with being consistent. Keeping a few principles in mind will make it easier to maintain your consistency. We'll discuss those principles in this episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get control of your days Step 2: Manage your emotions Step 3: Cultivate relationships © Triumphant Learning, LLC

038: Homeschooling Productivity Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 16, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.69 MB

This is a culmination of everything we've talked about thus far in the Getting It All Done series. We'll bring all of the pieces together of knowing your purpose, practicing self-care, eliminating, automating, and delegating to identify the biggest struggles in your homeschool and what small, incremental steps you can take to make improvements. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get control of your days Step 2: Manage your emotion...

38: Homeschooling Productivity Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 16, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.69 MB

This is a culmination of everything we've talked about thus far in the Getting It All Done series. We'll bring all of the pieces together of knowing your purpose, practicing self-care, eliminating, automating, and delegating to identify the biggest struggles in your homeschool and what small, incremental steps you can take to make improvements. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

037: Household Management Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 09, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

It takes a lot to keep a household running smoothly, especially when you live and school in your home! These four principles help me stay on top of my household responsibilities. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get control of your days Step 2: Manage your emotions Step 3: Cultivate relationships © Triumphant Learning, LLC

37: Household Management Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 09, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

It takes a lot to keep a household running smoothly, especially when you live and school in your home! These four principles help me stay on top of my household responsibilities. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

036: Self-Care Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 02, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

I'm sure you've heard it before: Take care of yourself before taking care of others. It really is important for us to put our self-care as a priority in our lives and it is not selfish to focus on your needs. When you take care of yourself, you will have more energy and a better mood to take care of your family. In this episode, we will explore practical suggestions for four areas homeschool moms often struggle with to take care of themselves: sleep, exercise, healthy eating, and finding joy...

36: Self-Care Tips For Homeschool Moms

September 02, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

I'm sure you've heard it before: Take care of yourself before taking care of others. It really is important for us to put our self-care as a priority in our lives and it is not selfish to focus on your needs. When you take care of yourself, you will have more energy and a better mood to take care of your family. In this episode, we will explore practical suggestions for four areas homeschool moms often struggle with to take care of themselves: sleep, exercise, healthy eating, and finding joy...

035: Help! I can't get it all done!

August 26, 2019 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MB

As moms, we have a lot of responsibilities. And when you add homeschooling on top of that, it can be overwhelming. So how do we get it all done? In the next five podcast episodes, we will be exploring this topic and talking about how you can pare down your to-do list so you don't feel so overwhelmed and can find joy in your role as a mom and homeschool facilitator. Today we are talking about the key questions you need to ask yourself as you begin to assess why you feel behind. They are simpl...

35: Help! I can't get it all done!

August 26, 2019 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.07 MB

As moms, we have a lot of responsibilities. And when you add homeschooling on top of that, it can be overwhelming. So how do we get it all done? In the next five podcast episodes, we will be exploring this topic and talking about how you can pare down your to-do list so you don't feel so overwhelmed and can find joy in your role as a mom and homeschool facilitator. Today we are talking about the key questions you need to ask yourself as you begin to assess why you feel behind. They are simpl...

034: How To Celebrate Homeschool Successes and Find Your Rhythm With Jamie Erickson

August 20, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

It's so easy to focus on what we could have done better or what we should have done differently. It is much harder to be brave and acknowledge what we are doing right. I was so thankful for this reminder from Jamie Erickson in this podcast episode to remember that we are doing a lot right. And we should celebrate it! She also reminds us of the importance of having routines and rhythms in our day instead of rigid schedules. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/how-to-p...

34: How To Celebrate Homeschool Successes and Find Your Rhythm With Jamie Erickson

August 20, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

It's so easy to focus on what we could have done better or what we should have done differently. It is much harder to be brave and acknowledge what we are doing right. I was so thankful for this reminder from Jamie Erickson in this podcast episode to remember that we are doing a lot right. And we should celebrate it! She also reminds us of the importance of having routines and rhythms in our day instead of rigid schedules. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/how-to-p...

033: Covering Current Events In Your Homeschool

August 12, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.61 MB

We should be careful about what our children are exposed to, but we shouldn't shelter them completely. They need to be aware of what is happening around the world. These age-appropriate suggestions will help your family keep up with current events. News source suggestions: K-LOVE WORLD Kids, WORLD Teen, WORLD News WORLD Watch News (our preferred student news program) Youngzine CNN 10 Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get contr...

33: Covering Current Events In Your Homeschool

August 12, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.61 MB

We should be careful about what our children are exposed to, but we shouldn't shelter them completely. They need to be aware of what is happening around the world. These age-appropriate suggestions will help your family keep up with current events. News source suggestions: K-LOVE WORLD Kids, WORLD Teen, WORLD News WORLD Watch News (our preferred student news program) Youngzine CNN 10 © Triumphant Learning, LLC

32: Is it okay to want a break from my children?

May 01, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

It's okay to love your children, want to homeschool them, and still want a break from them! Homeschooling is a demanding, 24/7 job. It was especially difficult when my children were young because I felt like was always on duty. I would often feel guilty when I made comments about wanting a break. I came to realize that I needed time away so I could rest and recharge in order to be a better mom and teacher. In this episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast, I share strategies and tips ...

032: Is it okay to want a break from my children?

May 01, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

It's okay to love your children, want to homeschool them, and still want a break from them! Homeschooling is a demanding, 24/7 job. It was especially difficult when my children were young because I felt like was always on duty. I would often feel guilty when I made comments about wanting a break. I came to realize that I needed time away so I could rest and recharge in order to be a better mom and teacher. In this episode of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast, I share strategies and tips ...

031: God has a plan for your homeschool with Becky Redman

April 24, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

God has a unique plan for your homeschool. He is not calling you to make your homeschool look like anyone else's. It is okay to let go of the guilt and shame of comparison and embrace the struggles and unique challenges your family faces. It is okay to embrace the passions and gifts he has given your family. Hear more from Becky Redman about how she learned to thrive and walk in faith that God has a purpose for her family. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homescho...

31: God has a plan for your homeschool with Becky Redman

April 24, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

God has a unique plan for your homeschool. He is not calling you to make your homeschool look like anyone else's. It is okay to let go of the guilt and shame of comparison and embrace the struggles and unique challenges your family faces. It is okay to embrace the passions and gifts he has given your family. Hear more from Becky Redman about how she learned to thrive and walk in faith that God has a purpose for her family. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homescho...

030: Make homeschooling work for your family with Tiffanie Smith

April 17, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Make the decision to homeschool just for this season. You don't have to make a forever decision. It is okay to take it one day at a time. Allow yourself the flexibility to make changes. It is okay to change your plans, even mid-year. You might need to try different curricula until you find what works for your family. You might also discover that it looks good in the catalog or like it in theory, but realize it will not work in practice. It wasn't a wrong choice, it was a step to take you i...

30: Make homeschooling work for your family with Tiffanie Smith

April 17, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Make the decision to homeschool just for this season. You don't have to make a forever decision. It is okay to take it one day at a time. Allow yourself the flexibility to make changes. It is okay to change your plans, even mid-year. You might need to try different curricula until you find what works for your family. You might also discover that it looks good in the catalog or like it in theory, but realize it will not work in practice. It wasn't a wrong choice, it was a step to take you i...

029: Embracing a living and joyful education with Crystin Morris

April 10, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

We can get so consumed by what others tell us education should look like for our children that we forget education can be living and joyful. Crystin Morris reminds us that when we spend time developing our relationship with our children and cherishing the time we have with them we can embrace the principles and educational philosophy we are learning about and implementing in our homes in a more organic way. She shares with us what this might look like during the preschool years and beyond. ...

29: Embracing a living and joyful education with Crystin Morris

April 10, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

We can get so consumed by what others tell us education should look like for our children that we forget education can be living and joyful. Crystin Morris reminds us that when we spend time developing our relationship with our children and cherishing the time we have with them we can embrace the principles and educational philosophy we are learning about and implementing in our homes in a more organic way. She shares with us what this might look like during the preschool years and beyond. ...

28: How many days of instruction do I need to plan?

April 03, 2019 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

How many days of instruction do you need to plan for your homeschool? Since most curriculums come with 180 days of lesson plans we often assume we need to plan and teach 180 lessons from the book. In this episode, I share why this approach did not work for our family and what we do instead. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/how-to-create-a-homeschool-calendar-that-works-for-your-life/#daysinstruction © Triumphant Learning, LLC

028: How many days of instruction do I need to plan?

April 03, 2019 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

How many days of instruction do you need to plan for your homeschool? Since most curriculums come with 180 days of lesson plans we often assume we need to plan and teach 180 lessons from the book. In this episode, I share why this approach did not work for our family and what we do instead. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/how-to-create-a-homeschool-calendar-that-works-for-your-life/#daysinstruction Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take you...

027: Embracing your unique family culture with Emily Copeland

March 27, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Recognizing the needs of our children can be one of the hardest things we do as parents and home educators. In this episode, Latoya Edwards reminded us that when we take advantage of small moments of time to center ourselves by spending time with God we are able to be more observant and aware of our children's needs. She shares practical tips from her own life of how you can make the most of the small moments you have during your day. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? T...

27: Embracing your unique family culture with Emily Copeland

March 27, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Recognizing the needs of our children can be one of the hardest things we do as parents and home educators. In this episode, Latoya Edwards reminded us that when we take advantage of small moments of time to center ourselves by spending time with God we are able to be more observant and aware of our children's needs. She shares practical tips from her own life of how you can make the most of the small moments you have during your day. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

26: Breaking free from expectations to help your children learn successfully with Leah Martin

March 20, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Leah Martin provides an interesting perspective as she shares the process she went through of letting go of other people's expectations of what her children should be learning and how their homeschool should look. Drawing on her years teaching in a public school, then in an Ambleside school, and now teaching her own children at home, she reminds us how the early years requires a very different approach than the school years and what that looks like in her home. She also relates how she has l...

026: Breaking free from expectations to help your children learn successfully with Leah Martin

March 20, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Leah Martin provides an interesting perspective as she shares the process she went through of letting go of other people's expectations of what her children should be learning and how their homeschool should look. Drawing on her years teaching in a public school, then in an Ambleside school, and now teaching her own children at home, she reminds us how the early years requires a very different approach than the school years and what that looks like in her home. She also relates how she has l...

25: The benefits of a customized education with Dana Wilson

March 13, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

You can provide a customized education for our children that will not look like anyone else's. Dana Wilson shares how she has been able to provide her children with what they need through their home education journey. She also shares advice she has learned along the way that has made a life long impression on her children. All children are different. No two children are the same. You should not try to teach them the same or expect the same from them. Respect their individual needs and perso...

025: The benefits of a customized education with Dana Wilson

March 13, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

You can provide a customized education for our children that will not look like anyone else's. Dana Wilson shares how she has been able to provide her children with what they need through their home education journey. She also shares advice she has learned along the way that has made a life long impression on her children. All children are different. No two children are the same. You should not try to teach them the same or expect the same from them. Respect their individual needs and perso...

024: There are so many distractions!

March 06, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

We all have good intentions. We might have nicely made lesson plans or we might have a general idea of what we want to accomplish during the school day. At the very least, we all desire to have a productive homeschool day. And then the day gets started and after what seems like a gazillion interruptions we realize it is 11:00 and you have accomplished almost nothing! In this episode, I share the strategies I use to minimize distractions so our homeschool day stays on track. See the full show...

24: There are so many distractions!

March 06, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

We all have good intentions. We might have nicely made lesson plans or we might have a general idea of what we want to accomplish during the school day. At the very least, we all desire to have a productive homeschool day. And then the day gets started and after what seems like a gazillion interruptions we realize it is 11:00 and you have accomplished almost nothing! In this episode, I share the strategies I use to minimize distractions so our homeschool day stays on track. See the full show...

023: The importance of holding our homeschool plans loosely with Heather Haupt

February 27, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Homeschooling our children is an adventure and unfortunately, it does not come with a guidebook. Heather Haupt, a second-generation homeschooler, reminds us in this episode of the importance of making plans but holding them loosely. Having a plan allows you to be intentional. Holding that plan loosely allows you to make changes as needed to help your children succeed and learn in their own way and at their own pace. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-pla...

23: The importance of holding our homeschool plans loosely with Heather Haupt

February 27, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Homeschooling our children is an adventure and unfortunately, it does not come with a guidebook. Heather Haupt, a second-generation homeschooler, reminds us in this episode of the importance of making plans but holding them loosely. Having a plan allows you to be intentional. Holding that plan loosely allows you to make changes as needed to help your children succeed and learn in their own way and at their own pace. See the full show notes: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-pla...

022: Keeping the proper perspective when homeschooling with Ruth Adams

February 20, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

It can be so easy to lose sight of why we are homeschooling in the first place. Ruth Adams, a second-generation homeschooler, reminds us to keep the proper perspective as we homeschool our children and ask ourselves what is really important in the long run. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get control of your days Step 2: Manage your emotions Step 3: Cultivate relationships © Triumphant Learning, LLC

22: Keeping the proper perspective when homeschooling with Ruth Adams

February 20, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

It can be so easy to lose sight of why we are homeschooling in the first place. Ruth Adams, a second-generation homeschooler, reminds us to keep the proper perspective as we homeschool our children and ask ourselves what is really important in the long run. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

21: How your quiet time benefits your children with Latoya Edwards

February 13, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Recognizing the needs of our children can be one of the hardest things we do as parents and home educators. In this episode, Latoya Edwards reminded us that when we take advantage of small moments of time to center ourselves by spending time with God we are able to be more observant and aware of our children's needs. She shares practical tips from her own life of how you can make the most of the small moments you have during your day. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

021: How your quiet time benefits your children with Latoya Edwards

February 13, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Recognizing the needs of our children can be one of the hardest things we do as parents and home educators. In this episode, Latoya Edwards reminded us that when we take advantage of small moments of time to center ourselves by spending time with God we are able to be more observant and aware of our children's needs. She shares practical tips from her own life of how you can make the most of the small moments you have during your day. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? T...

020: I don't have the patience to homeschool!

February 06, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Have you said, "I don't have the patience to homeschool!"? If so, then this episode is just for you! I share practical tips that will help you develop the patience and mindset to successfully homeschool your children. And really, let's be honest...we all need more patience. Having more patience will help us not only be a better home educator but a better parent as well. And even if we have been working on developing patience, we can always use a reminder to be more intentional. Highlights f...

20: I don't have the patience to homeschool!

February 06, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Have you said, "I don't have the patience to homeschool!"? If so, then this episode is just for you! I share practical tips that will help you develop the patience and mindset to successfully homeschool your children. And really, let's be honest...we all need more patience. Having more patience will help us not only be a better home educator but a better parent as well. And even if we have been working on developing patience, we can always use a reminder to be more intentional. Highlights f...

19: Creating an atmosphere where the whole family finds joy with Holly Howard

January 30, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Holly reminds us of how important it is to create an atmosphere where the whole family can find joy. She knew homeschooling would be the best fit for her son. He is uniquely made and homeschooling would allow her son to have a unique education that fits him. What she didn't realize was how much she would learn and how much she would enjoy it too. © Triumphant Learning, LLC

019: Creating an atmosphere where the whole family finds joy with Holly Howard

January 30, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Holly reminds us of how important it is to create an atmosphere where the whole family can find joy. She knew homeschooling would be the best fit for her son. He is uniquely made and homeschooling would allow her son to have a unique education that fits him. What she didn't realize was how much she would learn and how much she would enjoy it too. Are you ready to cultivate a thriving home atmosphere? Take your first step today! Step 1: Get control of your days Step 2: Manage your emoti...

018: Thriving as a working homeschool mom with Jen Mackinnon

January 23, 2019 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MB

Jen Mackinnon is a working homeschool mom of two teens. In this episode, she shares insights on learning to integrate working and homeschooling and how it's not about learning to balance it all but to redefine our definition of balance. Regardless of whether you work outside the home, work in the home, or work to get dinner on the table, you can apply so much of what Jen shared with us to help your homeschool run smoother and teach your children important life skills. Connect with Jen at P...

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