Homeschool Together Podcast
402 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -A working mom and a stay at home dad help you navigate the complex and dynamic world of secular homeschooling with a focus on early learners and gameschooling.
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Short Bite - Homeschool Morning Routine with Abby Card
November 23, 2020 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MBMorning Routines vary wildly. All this week we will ask a number of homeschooling parents, "What is your morning routine?" We hope that you find some inspiration for you and your family! Spoilers the solution to a good morning is suffcient caffiene. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.c...
Episode 46: Homeschooling Through The Holidays
November 20, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 25.7 MBThe winter holidays are almost here! As wonderful as this time of the year is, it also kicks us out of our routines and can cause a bit of backsliding for our homeschools (and waistlines!) that we'll spend most of January trying to recoup from. So, join us today as we chat about our strategies to embrace the holidays with your children and stay on track with your most important homeschooling goals! FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global stud...
Episode 45: Short Bite - HedBanz
November 18, 2020 08:00 - 7 minutes - 5.61 MBWho or what am I? In today’s Short Bite we’re discussing the silly and sometimes surprisingly difficult Hedbanz! This is great at dinnertime or as an icebreaker when having new people over (when we’re allowed to do that again!). So put on a headband and join us! HedBanz Ages 8 and up HedBanz Junior Ages 5 and up HedBanz Disney Ages 5 and up 2-4 players 20 min playtime Skills: strategic thinking, deductive reasoning FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhanc...
Episode 44: Technology Series: Khan Academy Kids App Review
November 16, 2020 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBToday we delve into the terrific Khan Academy Kids App! It's completely free, without ads or upsell, and contains engaging learning content for preschool through early elementary kids. There are so many learning apps to choose from that it can be overwhelming. Join us as we take a look inside Khan Academy Kids to see if it might be a good fit for your young learner! Show Notes Khan Academy - https://www.khanacademy.org Khan Academy Kids iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/khan-academy-kids/id...
Episode 44: Khan Academy Kids App Review
November 16, 2020 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBToday we delve into the terrific Khan Academy Kids App! It's completely free, without ads or upsell, and contains engaging learning content for preschool through early elementary kids. There are so many learning apps to choose from that it can be overwhelming. Join us as we take a look inside Khan Academy Kids to see if it might be a good fit for your young learner! Show Notes Khan Academy - https://www.khanacademy.org Khan Academy Kids iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/khan-academy-kids/id...
Episode 43: Homeschooling Journeys: Kate Scott
November 13, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutes - 27.8 MBToday we sit down with Kate Scott, a public school educator, a future principal, and now a homeschooling mom to discuss her journey into homeschooling, how her work in the classroom informs her approach to homeschool, how homeschooling will in turn inform her future work in the public school system, and how we can become better educators for our children at home. She provides a wealth of knowledge and information so don't miss this episode! Show Notes Words their way - https://www.savvas.com/...
Episode 42: Short Bite - Planet
November 11, 2020 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.56 MBIf you ever dreamed of creating your own world then today's the day! We're talking about the fantastic "board" game Planet by Blue Orange Games! Using your own 20-sided sphere and magnetic terrain tiles, you will terraform your planet into the best environment for all sorts of animals. A beautiful game with a great mechanic, this is a unique and engaging add to your game collection! Planet Ages 7+ (but can be played with younger kids) 2-4 players 30 min playtime Skills: strategic thinking, d...
Episode 41: A Review of Universal Yums
November 09, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 17.7 MBSubscription boxes are the latest craze. There are now so many that’s it’s difficult to choose! We’ve decided to try a few out for ourselves so that we can help you make an informed decision. Today we’re discussing a popular subscription box called Universal Yums which features snacks from different countries each month. Show Notes Universal Yums https://www.universalyums.com/ FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners...
Episode 40: Build Your Library with Emily Cook
November 06, 2020 08:00 - 47 minutes - 23.2 MBJoin us as we sit down with Emily Cook, creator of Build Your Library Curriculum! This is a terrific secular option inspired by Charlotte Mason and full of amazing books to enjoy with your learners. We discuss how Charlotte Mason principles have been incorporated into this curriculum, what led to the creation of Build Your Library, Emily's recommendations for supplements, and what's on the horizon for Build Your Library families! Show Notes Build Your Library Curriculum www.buildyourlibrary.c...
Episode 39: Short Bite - Sushi Go
November 04, 2020 08:00 - 9 minutes - 7.42 MBPass the sushi! On today’s Short Bite episode we take a look at a terrific pick and pass card game that flexes the skills of strategy, basic probability, and addition. Sushi Go! is fast, fun, portable, and a must have family game! Sushi Go! Ages 4 and up 2-5 players (up to 8 with Sushi Go Party!) 20 min playtime Skills: strategic thinking, probability, addition FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebra...
Episode 38: Technology Series: Trello for Homeschoolers
November 02, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThere are lots of options when it comes to homeschool planners. Even the best paper planners are wrong practically from the start, but with a digital planner option you can easily adjust your flex your schedule when needed. Our favorite planning option is the free online tool Trello. Today we break down Trello, the features we love best, and how we use it to effectively manage our homeschool plan! What is Tello? Why we love it! How our Trello boards are organized Advanced Users FREE Resource ...
Episode 37: Review of the *NEW* Mulan Movie
October 30, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWith most businesses supporting family entertainment currently closed, there aren’t many sources of new content. So when Mulan appeared on streaming we had to take the opportunity to see something new. Today we discuss our family’s review of Mulan on Disney+ and whether it’s worth the price of admission. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Mulan - https://www.disneyplus.com/m...
Episode 37: Family Movie Night: The *NEW* Mulan Movie
October 30, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWith most businesses supporting family entertainment currently closed, there aren’t many sources of new content. So when Mulan appeared on streaming we had to take the opportunity to see something new. Today we discuss our family’s review of Mulan on Disney+ and whether it’s worth the price of admission. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Mulan - https://www.disneyplus.com/m...
Episode 36: Short Bite - Sleeping Queens
October 28, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MB“Awaken my love!” By popular demand, we’re discussing a family favorite and perfect gameschooling example, Sleeping Queens! Featuring adorable artwork, engaging gameplay, and a little hidden math, it’s the game our daughter can’t get enough of. Another winning title from Gamewright! Sleeping Queens Ages 4 and up 2-5 players 15 min playtime Skills: strategic thinking, addition FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners!...
Episode 35: The Global Journeys Kindergarten and Early Learners Resource List
October 26, 2020 07:00 - 16 minutes - 12.6 MBAs we prepare to study the countries of the world with our Kindergartner, we found many amazing resources that we want to share with our listeners! We've compiled extension books, movies, documentaries, videos, games, and recipes for the countries in North America and we want to provide it free to our listeners! We hope that these resources will be helpful as you embark on your own global journeys! Download the FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance you...
Episode 34: Learning to Read with Drew Badger
October 23, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 34.3 MBToday we sit down with Drew Badger, creator of the reading app Frederick: Learn to Read to discuss ways we can help our children learn to read, common mistakes parents make, and why discovery is such a powerful tool in learning a new skill. Show Notes Frederick: Learn to Read https://englishanyone.com/phonics-iphone-app iOS https://apps.apple.com/app/id1032546853 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.englishanyone.frederick2 English Anyone YouTube Channel https://www.youtu...
Episode 33: Short Bite - Bananagrams
October 21, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.39 MBGo ahead and toss your copy of Scrabble because on today’s show we’re talking about the next evolution of the letter-tile-laying-game, Bananagrams! In this fast-paced game, players are trying to create their own personal crossword. But just when you think you have all your letters used, you draw more tiles to add to the mix. Will you be able to add it to what you already have on the table or do you need to rearrange your carefully built grid? Fun, fast, and full of great spelling practice, Ba...
Episode 32: Homeschooling in The Times of COVID
October 19, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBWe’ve been stuck at home for 8 months. The walls are starting to close in. I don’t remember what my coworkers look like. I’m loving the family time, but “isolation schooling” isn’t what any of us signed up for. Today on the show we talk about some tips to beat the stuck at home/no playgroups/no breaks/must-constantly-entertain-my-children blues and how you can leverage some special opportunities during the pandemic to enhance your studies while at home. What day is it? Dinner and a movie Have...
Episode 31: Homeschooling Journeys: Jordan Anderson
October 16, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 25.3 MBJordan Anderson is a terrific young woman who’s just about to graduate college. Having been homeschooled for most of her education she talks about her experiences. We delve into all the hot-button subjects: socialization, clubs, sports, how colleges viewed a homeschooler, and how homeschooling prepared her for success in her career and adult life. This interview reminds us of all the reasons we chose to homeschool. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance...
Episode 30: Short Bite - Mastermind by Pressman
October 14, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.61 MBIn today’s episode we review a great 2 player strategy game that we’ve adapted to play with our preschooler. Mastermind by Pressman is a classic code making and breaking logic game. It’s a terrific way to exercise brain muscles and our daughter absolutely loves when she gets to stump mom and dad! Mastermind by Pressman Ages 4 and up 2 players 15 min playtime Skills: strategic thinking, logic and deduction FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your glob...
Episode 29: Am I Doing Enough? Early Elementary (Part 2)
October 12, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 34.6 MBIn a continuation of our series addressing the common question “Am I doing enough?”, today we breakdown the public school day in First, Second, and Third Grade to understand just what your student would learn in an average day and we contrast that with homeschool curriculum for those ages. You’ll be surprised by how much learning actually takes place inside and outside of “school time”. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with you...
Episode 28: Am I Doing Enough? Kindergarten (Part 1)
October 09, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 37.6 MBHomeschool Decision Made? Check. Curriculum? Check. Books? Check. Manipulatives and Games? Check. Willing students? Mostly Check. You’re all prepared and you dive into your first weeks of homeschooling (yay!), but you finish all your lessons in less time than your kids would’ve been in school. Are you really doing enough? Today we breakdown the public school day in Kindergarten to understand just what your student would learn in an average day and we contrast that with what we do in a homesch...
Episode 27: Short Bite - Qwirkle
October 07, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBIn today’s episode we review a solid family game that plays equally well with your preschooler, parent, or grandparent. Qwirkle by MindWare features color and shape recognition, strategic thinking, basic math skills, and planning ahead to score the most points. With high quality components and a handy travel bag it’s perfect to take to grandma’s house or on your next camping trip! Qwirkle by MindWare Ages 4 and up 2-4 players 30 min playtime Skills: color recognition, shape recognition, strat...
Episode 27: Short Bite - Qwirkle by MindWare
October 07, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBIn today’s episode we review a solid family game that plays equally well with your preschooler, parent, or grandparent. Qwirkle by MindWare features color and shape recognition, strategic thinking, basic math skills, and planning ahead to score the most points. With high quality components and a handy travel bag it’s perfect to take to grandma’s house or on your next camping trip! Qwirkle by MindWare Ages 4 and up 2-4 players 30 min playtime Skills: color recognition, shape recognition, strat...
Episode 26: Homeschooling Journeys: Abby Card
October 05, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 34.6 MBToday we sit down with Abby Card to discuss her homeschooling journey with her three boys. We delve into her experience homeschooling in different states, leaving and then re-entering the public school system, finding the best solutions for a child on the spectrum, and juggling the challenge of teaching multiple ages. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Saxon Math https://www...
Episode 25: Using the Library to the Fullest
October 02, 2020 05:00 - 48 minutes - 32.7 MBYou may already be well acquainted with your local public library, but libraries often have more to offer than many homeschoolers realize. Libraries are transforming to keep up with the educational needs of families in surprising ways. Today we review our favorite physical and digital library resources to enhance your homeschooling adventure! Discussion Physical - So much more than books! CDs, DVDs, Audiobooks, and video games oh my! Boardgames and puzzles (we wish), and other toys (music mak...
Episode 24: Short Bite - Forbidden Island
September 30, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.61 MBIn today’s episode we review a terrific cooperative family game, Forbidden Island by Gamewright. You’ll create a team of adventurers trying to save four treasures before they are claimed by the sea. Can you and your team recover the artifacts and escape the island before the waters rise?! Forbidden Island by Gamewright Ages 6 and up 2-4 players 30 min playtime Skills: cooperation, strategic thinking, planning ahead FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance...
Episode 23: The Importance of Outdoor Play with Hope Helms, Urban Eden Farm School
September 28, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 23.2 MBToday we sit down with Hope Helms, a preschool teacher at Urban Eden Farm School in Spokane, WA to discuss what makes nature education programs so unique and how we can enrich our children’s learning through open-ended outside play and exploration. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Greenplay Northwest, a non-profit that oversees Urban Eden Farm School as well as other fores...
Episode 22: Buy All The Books
September 25, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 29.5 MBUsing the library is an amazing resource, but now that many libraries are shut down the need to purchase books is greater. Whether you’re looking to get the best deal on new or used books, today we’ll go through our favorite ways to save! FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Discussion New Books Amazon Prime: need it now regardless of price Book Outlet or KidsBooks.com: limited title sel...
Episode 21: Short Bite - Hoot Owl Hoot
September 23, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.8 MBIn this short bite episode we feature Hoot Owl Hoot. Show Notes Hoot Owl Hoot - https://amzn.to/2DO32W9 Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Website: https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/ Email: [email protected]
Episode 21: Short Bite - Hoot Owl Hoot by Peaceable Kingdom
September 23, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.8 MBIn this short bite episode we feature Hoot Owl Hoot. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Hoot Owl Hoot - https://amzn.to/2DO32W9 Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Website: https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/ Email: [email protected]
Episode 20: Curriculum Series Part 8: Finding Used Curriculum
September 21, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 15.3 MBMany homeschool curriculums are terrific, but not attainable based on your budget. Today we discuss options for finding used curriculum. Discussion Keys before shopping for used curriculum Sources for used curriculum New curriculum sales FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Homeschool Classifieds https://homeschoolclassifieds.com/default.asp Facebook Homeschool Curriculum Mar...
Episode 19: Curriculum Series Part 7: RightStart Math
September 18, 2020 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBRightStart math is a hands-on math curriculum for elementary through middle school students. We’ll discuss our experience using the program with our almost kinder student. Discussion Approach Structure What does a lessong look like How do I teach it Cost Pros Cons Neutral FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes RightStart Math - https://store.rightstartmath.com/home-school/ Lion...
Episode 18: Short Bite - Telestrations
September 16, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.76 MBIn this short bite episode we feature Telestrations. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Telestrations - https://amzn.to/35lUUHK Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Website: https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/ Email: [email protected]
Episode 17: Curriculum Series Part 6: All About Reading
September 14, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.9 MBAll About Reading is a program to teach your young learner how to read. We’ll discuss our experience using the program with our almost kinder student. Discussion Approach Structure What does a lesson look like How do I teach it Cost Spelling curriculum Pros Cons Neutral FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes All About Reading https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-readi...
Episode 16: Curriculum Series Part 5: Our Kinder Program
September 11, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 23.3 MBDetailed explanation of how we will be combining Torchlight Level K and Build Your Library Level 0 to create a dynamic around the world study for Kindergarten. Discussion Why Combine Combination Structure Challenges FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Torchlight Level K https://torchlightcurriculum.com/torchlight/level-k/ Build Your Library Level 0 https://buildyourlibrary.co...
Episode 15: Short Bite - Charades for Kids
September 09, 2020 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.36 MBIn this short bite episode we feature a print and play game, Charades for Kids. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Charades for Kids - https://amzn.to/34wsMkK Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Website: https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/ Email: homeschooltogetherpodcast@gmai...
Episode 14: Curriculum Series Part 4: Build Your Library (Review)
September 07, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.9 MBOverview of the offerings from Build Your Library curriculum. Insight from our planning experience with Build Your Library Level 0. Discussion Approach Structure Cost What is a typical week for Level 0 Pros Cons Neutral Our Advice to new Torchlight families FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Build Your Library Curriculum https://buildyourlibrary.com/ Build Your Library Unive...
Episode 13: Curriculum Series Part 3: Torchlight (Review)
September 04, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 38 MBOverview of the offerings from Torchlight curriculum. Insight from our experience using Torchlight Pre-K and planning Torchlight K. Discussion Approach Structrue Cost What is a typical week Pros Cons Neutral Our Advice to new Torchlight families FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Torchlight Curriculum https://torchlightcurriculum.com/torchlight/ What are we into this week Pr...
(Bonus Episode!) Community Conversations - Ideas on working from home while home educating
September 03, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 18.1 MB"I really loved the podcast yesterday and Blossom and Root sounds so cool. I'd love to try it with my 3rd grader but I'm afraid it wouldn't be feasible as I work full time and my husband is gone all day at work, so I don't have any help." Arial and Matt jam on this question. They talk through the scenarios and hope to offer some ideas and thoughts. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke ...
Episode 12: Short Bite - Bear Went Over the Mountain
September 02, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.71 MBIn this short bite episode we feature a print and play game, A Bear Went Over The Mountain. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Bear Went Over the Mountain Print & Play Ages 4-8 - https://www.adventuresingameschooling.com/bear-went-over-the-mountain/ Print and Play printing tips - https://www.adventuresingameschooling.com/quick-print-and-play-tips/ Song - https://youtu.be/...
Episode 11: Curriculum Series Part 2: Blossom And Root (Review)
August 31, 2020 05:00 - 48 minutes - 34.4 MBOverview of the offerings from Blossom & Root curriculum. Insight from our experience using B&R Early Years Vol. 2. Discussion Approach Structrue Cost What is a typical week Pros Cons Neutral Our Advice to new B&R families FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Blossom and Root Curriculum https://blossomandroot.com/ What are we into this week Egypt! Look Inside Mummies and Pyram...
Episode 10: Curriculum Series Part 1: Finding Curriculum
August 28, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 19.3 MBYou’ve decided that you want to base your home education on pre-made curriculum. Figuring out the best curriculum for your learner, your teaching method, and your budget can be overwhelming. This is the first episode in our series about curriculum. We can’t possibly review all the curriculum choices so we’ll give you the resources to do better curriculum research and we’ll have a series of shows reviewing the curriculum we’ve used so far in our homeschool. Discussion Important curriculum cons...
Episode 9: Our Homeschool Preschool
August 26, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 37.4 MBThis will be an overview of what we do on a daily basis, including referencing the curriculum we are using (will not go in-depth). We will also discuss how we plan our days each week and how we plan our weeks overall. Discussion The curriculum we are using. Overview of our day. How we plan our days. How we plan our weeks. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Blossom and Root -...
Episode 8: Short Bite - Sequence by JAX
August 24, 2020 05:00 - 4 minutes - 3.08 MBIn this short bite episode we feature one of our favorite Gameschooling games, Sequence by Jax. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes How to play - https://youtu.be/fiUQYIuMluM Jax Sequence for Kids Ages 3-6 - https://amzn.to/2PEJEx8 Jax Sequence Letters Ages 4-7 - https://amzn.to/3is6u7x Jax Sequence Numbers Ages 6-10 - https://www.rainbowresource.com/...
Episode 7: Homeschool Impostor Syndrome
August 20, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB“Homeschooling is the pursuit of knowing, learning, and exploring the world without the pressures of school. Life and learning become one.” - Julie Bogart (Brave Writer / The Brave Learner) From episodes 4 and 5 you know the requirements to homeschool in your state and a guideline of what you could teach, but can you really do this? We all ask ourselves “Am I truly qualified to teach my children? I’m not a teacher. Will they still learn what they need to? Will they still be enriched as they w...
Episode 6: State and National Standards
August 17, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBYour state may or may not require that you teach certain subjects, but they don’t specify what within those subjects you should teach. While you have the freedom to tailor your child’s education, you may be wondering what the public school in your area would be teaching depending on grade. This can be a strong influence on what you teach (especially if you intend to send your child to public school at some point in the near future) or it can just give you some helpful guidance to plan your ow...
Episode 5: Short Bite - Outfoxed by Gamewright
August 16, 2020 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBIn this short bite episode we feature one of our favorite Gameschooling games, Outfoxed by Gamewright. FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North American Resources List to enhance your global studies with your learners! https://rebrand.ly/fstke Show Notes Outfoxed by Gamewright - https://amzn.to/3io8hKB How to play - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCZSE8IOlkE Connect with us Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast...
Episode 4: State Requirements
August 13, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBNational homeschooling standards do not exist. Each state has its own requirements. Today we’ll discuss the specifics of a couple of states as an example and provide resources for families to find out about their state’s laws. Discussion States on Homeschool Legal Defense Association categorized as Low, Moderate, High Regulation. We talk in some detail about each: Low Regulatory: Texas Mod Regulatory: Washington State High Regulatory: New York FREE Resource Guide Download our FREE North Ameri...
Episode 3: Homeschooling Terminology Part 2
August 06, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 21.8 MBWith so many flavors of homeschooling, there are lots of new terms to learn. When new homeschooling families reach out and ask where to start they usually run into some unfamiliar language. We’re going to try to decode the most commonly used homeschool terms. This is only meant to be a broad introduction as future episodes will get into the weeds. Curriculum Terms Spiral Learning, Sequential Learning, Loop Schedule, Scope & Sequence, Multi-Level, Spine, Extension, Manipulatives Homeschool Sup...