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Homeschool with Moxie Podcast

281 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratings

On the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast our goal is to inspire and encourage you with actionable strategies to take you from overwhelmed to confident in your homeschool adventure. Listen to interviews with amazing influencers in the homeschool world and beyond. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

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118. Adding More Literature into Your Homeschool with Christine Zell of Rabbit Trails

June 17, 2021 14:53 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MB

This episode introduces you to Rabbit Trails Literature curriculum. If you have elementary-aged kiddos in your homeschool and you'd love to find a way to organize your studies around beautiful books, then you'll want to check out Christine Zell's Rabbit Trails curriculum. In this chat, we talk about how to teaching language arts, grammar, literature, and even science and history using beautiful books. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/118 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo...

117. Family Bible Study Tips with Danika Cooley

June 09, 2021 14:23 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Today's episode will help encourage you with practical family Bible study tips. Danika Cooley's new book, Help Your Kids Learn & Love the Bible, is launching this week, and I'm so happy to be part of her launch team! Listen in on this conversation and learn how you can implement some of these ideas into your own family Bible time. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/117 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

116. How to Choose Homeschool Curriculum with Cathy Duffy

June 03, 2021 13:31 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MB

If you've been homeschooling for any amount of time, you've likely discovered Cathy Duffy and her amazing review site! Homeschool moms look to Cathy Duffy Reviews for help in choosing curriculum for their kids. We're honored to have Cathy join us today on the show to chat about her personal homeschool story, how to choose curriculum, and the importance of worldview. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/116 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxi...

115. Summer Strategies for Homeschool Moms

May 27, 2021 15:55 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MB

While you may be taking a break from formal academics in the summer months, you will still want to make some strategic plans for the next few weeks. The systems you put in place in this season will help be more productive, effective, and organized when you start a brand new homeschooling year in the fall. Here's how to use your summer months wisely - while still taking a much-needed break from the normal routine! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/115 --- Support this podcast: https://po...

114. Worldview + Homeschooling

May 20, 2021 21:03 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MB

Did you know that there is no neutral worldview in education? Everything is coming to our children from a specific worldview perspective. So, the importance of worldview cannot be underestimated. If you're a Christian homeschooler like I am, then you'll be encouraged by the BJU Press Foundations Summit workshop about worldview. This episode will give the highlights of that talk. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/114 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homes...

113. The Importance of Creativity + Update on Britfield with Chad Stewart

May 13, 2021 14:03 - 50 minutes - 68.7 MB

In this conversation with Chad Stewart, author of the Britfield series, we'll deep dive into the importance of creativity in education. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/113 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

112. Learning Through Math Games + Manipulatives with Betsy Mays

May 06, 2021 14:06 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MB

Math games and manipulatives can take your homeschool to a whole new level! Middle school math teacher Betsy Mays shares her best tips. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/112 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

111. Decluttering Tips for Homeschool Moms with Annette Breedlove

April 29, 2021 14:05 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MB

We all could use decluttering tips, inspiration, and pep talks several times each year! But especially now as we're winding down the homeschool year, this summer season is a great time to actual put these tips into practice. If we all take the time to declutter our homes, then when we start up homeschooling again, we're likely to see less stress and more productivity! Listen in on this chat with Annette Breedlove from InAllYouDo.net as she spills the beans on what it was like to drastically ...

110. Organizing Your Homeschool to Help Your Kids with ADHD: Conversation with Jenn Carson

April 22, 2021 13:41 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MB

Are you homeschooling children with ADHD? This episode with expert Jenn Carson from WholeChildHomeschool.com will give you practical solutions for organizing your homeschool to help your kids be successful! You can do it, and you're not alone. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/110 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

109. Why You Don’t Need a Teaching Degree to Homeschool Your Kids

April 15, 2021 14:53 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

Here's some encouragement from a professional educator who wants you to know that you don't need a teaching degree to homeschool your kids. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/109 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

108. Tips for Young Homeschool Moms

April 08, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 19 MB

As we prepare to graduate our oldest from our homeschool, here are some honest thoughts as I look back over the last 13 years of homeschooling. Plus, here's the advice I'd give my younger self - the best decisions, biggest regret, and what I'd change. Finally, we'll wrap up with my top tips for young homeschool moms. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/108 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

107. Announcing the Homeschool Mom Collective Membership

April 01, 2021 15:04 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MB

This last year has brought a huge influx of new homeschool families into the homeschool adventure! In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau reports a staggering increase of homeschooled students from 3.3% of households with school-aged children to 11.1% of households in the fall of 2020. Knowing that many families would like a veteran homeschool parent to answer their questions, we are excited to be opening the doors of the Homeschool Mom Collective membership! This episode will explore the benefits...

106. Prepping 101 with Karen Morris

March 25, 2021 14:29 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MB

Am I the only one who started to think about prepping because of the crazy year we had in 2020? If you want to hear a homeschool mom's perspective on how common-sense prepping helped their family through several emergency situations, then listen in on my chat with Karen Morris. She has great suggestions for getting started - even with little time, a small space, and a tiny budget! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/106 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hom...

105. 3 Tips for Creating Homeschool Portfolios

March 18, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MB

It's the time of year to think about creating a homeschool portfolio for your students. Here are 3 tips to take the overwhelm out of the process + some limited time free resources to help you get started. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/105 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

104. Parenting a Highly Sensitive Child - Conversation with Meaghan Jackson

March 11, 2021 16:11 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

Parenting a highly sensitive child can be exhausting and overwhelming - until you have some strategies and solutions in your toolbox! Join me as I chat with gentle parenting expert and homeschool mom, Meaghan Jackson, about how we can help the highly sensitive people in our lives. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/104 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

103. How Parents Can Help Their Late-Talking Child: Conversation with Marci Melzer

March 04, 2021 15:00 - 39 minutes - 31.6 MB

Do you have a late-talking child? You're not alone - and today we're chatting with Speech-Language Pathologist Consultant, Marci Melzer, about practical solutions for YOU as the homeschool parent! You can help your late-talking child. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/103 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

102. Making Homeschool Life Easier: An Honest Chat with Lea Ann Garfias

February 25, 2021 14:28 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MB

Let's chat about the homeschool lifestyle. We even talk about the elephant in the room - things we're not supposed to talk about as homeschool moms! But in this episode, we're talking about them. Have you ever wondered: "Am I a normal homeschool mom if I actually hate homeschooling sometimes?" We have a brutally honest conversation. We do face unique challenges that other moms do not face. So what are some practical strategies to help your family enjoy living with homeschooling? Listen in ...

101. Mini Lesson Ideas for Challenging Homeschool Days

February 18, 2021 14:38 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

What do you do on challenging homeschool days? Like when plans get interrupted or the kids (and mom!) have bad moods? Is there a way to switch things up, yet still keep learning? Here are ways to use mini lessons on those challenging homeschool days. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/101 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

100. Challenges & Solutions to Teen Entrepreneurship

February 11, 2021 15:39 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

Entrepreneurship is a great life skill for your teen! But there are likely many challenges standing in the way. Here are some solutions. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/100 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

99. Using Heritage Letter in Your History Studies

February 04, 2021 15:10 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MB

I recently discovered Heritage Letter and was so intrigued by the concept that I thought you'd like to hear about it! After receiving several Heritage Letters in the mail for my daughter, I was able to chat with Julie about her subscription business and how homeschoolers can benefit from it. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/99 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

98. 4 Ways to Simplify Your Homeschool

January 28, 2021 16:06 - 15 minutes - 12.5 MB

Do you need to simplify your homeschool? Here are the four main areas to tackle if your homeschool has gotten out of control. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/98 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

97. How to Simplify Your Life

January 21, 2021 14:09 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MB

Let's take stock of where the frustrations & challenges are coming from in your everyday life as a homeschool mom and finds ways to simplify. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/97 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

96. Mid-Year Homeschool Reset

January 14, 2021 15:20 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

It's that time of year to look back at the first half of the homeschool year and figure out what worked and what didn't. This podcast episode will discuss the questions to ask yourself as you figure out how to start the new semester with a fresh focus. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/96 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

95. 3 Top Tips for Increased Productivity

January 07, 2021 15:18 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

The new year is always a great time to reevaluate your goals and priorities and make positive changes. Here are my 3 top tips for increased productivity this year specifically for homeschool moms. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/95 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

94. How Inductive Bible Studies Fit Into a Longterm Vision for Your Homeschool

December 31, 2020 18:59 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MB

What is the longterm vision for your kids discipleship in your home? How are you structuring your homeschool Bible plan to help reach those goals? This podcast is all about how inductive Bible studies can give your kids the gift of Bible literacy. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/94 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

93. How to Include Music Appreciation in Your Homeschool - Conversation with Mary Prather from SQUILT

December 24, 2020 16:10 - 23 minutes - 18.5 MB

Mary Prather of SQUILT Music chats about how to include music appreciation in your homeschool. It's more simple than you think! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/93 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

92. Homeschool Mom Planning Solutions with Tiffany Aguirre

December 17, 2020 13:54 - 27 minutes - 21.6 MB

Tiffany Aguirre from the Life With Many Blessings Podcast discusses solutions for homeschool mom planning dilemmas. Plus, learn about her Organized Homeschooler's Digital Planner. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/92 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

91. Homeschooling an Only Child with Gwen Little

December 10, 2020 15:22 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MB

Listen in on my chat with Gwen Little as we discuss the unique challenges and benefits to homeschooling an only child. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/91 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

90. Inside Pretty Nerdy Press with Sara Curtis

December 03, 2020 14:52 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Sara Curtis is the owner and creator of Pretty Nerdy Press. You'll love this inside peek into Sara's homeschool and home-based business. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/90 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

89. Healthy Habits for Homeschool Moms - Interview with Jennifer Nagel

November 26, 2020 14:26 - 32 minutes - 22 MB

Fitness expert Jennifer Nagel gives hope & practical solutions to busy homeschool moms who want to incorporate healthy habits into their life. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/89 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

88. Allowance & Chores with Benny Nachman

November 19, 2020 15:16 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MB

Financial literacy expert Benny Nachman joins us to discuss the allowance and chores dilemma that parents face + tips for financial literacy. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/88 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

87. Homeschooling 8-12 year olds: Conversation with Julie Polanco

November 12, 2020 17:05 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Listen in on our conversation with Julie Polanco as we discuss all the challenges and fun things about homeschooling 8-12 year olds. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/87 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

86. Be Wild + Free with Ainsley Arment

November 05, 2020 15:53 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MB

The Wild + Free philosophy will be like a breath of fresh air if you're struggling in your homeschool! Here's my chat with Ainsley Arment. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/86 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

85. Homeschool Challenges & Solutions: Conversation with Nicki Truesdell

October 28, 2020 18:50 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MB

Author and homeschool mom Nicki Truesdell discusses the top homeschool challenges she writes about in her book Anyone Can Homeschool. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/85/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

84. Relational Mothering: A Conversation with Dawn Mole

October 22, 2020 12:22 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

Learn how relational mothering with transform your parenting into meaningful interactions with your kids. It's never too late to start! Listen in on this conversation with Dawn Mole, from One Faithful Mom, as she shares her wisdom and experience. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/84 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

83. Your Homeschooler is Not "Behind"

October 15, 2020 13:45 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Hard time homeschooling? Here's why your homeschooler is not behind. And better yet, here are solutions to try if you're both struggling. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/83 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

82. 5 Best Things About Homeschooling Kindergarten

October 08, 2020 14:36 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Are you thinking about homeschooling kindergarten? This episode covers the top 5 reasons that you should do it! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/82 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

81. Teaching Kids About Money with Amanda Grossman from MoneyProdigy.com

October 01, 2020 16:01 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MB

Listen in on my chat with money expert Amanda Grossman from MoneyProdigy.com as we learn best practices for teaching our kids about money. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/81 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

80. Trail Family Lifestyle: A Conversation with Shannon Madden

September 24, 2020 13:07 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MB

Listen to my chat with Shannon Madden about Trail Family Lifestyle and her best tips on how to add more outdoor hours to your homeschool. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/80 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

79. Save Money with Toycycle.co

September 17, 2020 15:28 - 15 minutes - 12.2 MB

Instead of buying brand new baby and kids items, consider shopping at online kids thrift store Toycycle. Here's my chat with Toycycle's founder, Rhonda Collins. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/79 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

78. 14 Top Tips For New Homeschool Moms

September 10, 2020 14:22 - 26 minutes - 21.1 MB

With so many families jumping into homeschooling for the first time this year, I wanted to chat about my 14 top tips for new homeschool moms. This is a good refresher for veteran homeschool moms too! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/78 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

77. Bible Literacy

September 03, 2020 15:34 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Bible literacy is a real issue in the modern church and family. What can we do about it? How does inductive Bible study help? Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/77 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

76. Advice on Homeschool Schedules

August 27, 2020 14:23 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

What the best homeschool schedule? Here's my best advice for homeschool schedules that will give you both flexibility and productivity. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/76 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

75. What's the Montessori Method All About? Conversation with Natalie Cottrell

August 20, 2020 14:08 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Have you heard about the Montessori Method and wondered what it's all about? Listen in on my chat with expert Montessori guide Natalie Cottrell. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/75 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

74. How to Teach Your Child to Read

August 13, 2020 20:32 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MB

Many homeschooling parents dread the thought of teaching a child to read. But you can do it!  Teaching reading does not require a professional credential. Here are tips on how to teach your child to read. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/74 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

73. The Music Podcast for Kids: Interview with Bill Henry

August 06, 2020 14:09 - 20 minutes - 16.1 MB

If you're looking for a fun, free resource to help you include music education in your homeschool, then you'll want to check out The Music Podcast for Kids! Listen in on my chat with one of its hosts, Bill Henry. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/73 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

72. Organizing Your Homeschool with Lisa Woodruff of Organize 365

July 30, 2020 15:01 - 28 minutes - 22.8 MB

Here's my chat with professional organizer Lisa Woodruff of Organize365.com and all her best tips for organizing your homeschool. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/72 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

71. Raising Healthy Kids - A Conversation with Dr. Heather

July 23, 2020 14:18 - 26 minutes - 21.6 MB

In this chat with naturopathic doctor & author of the Human Body Detectives, Dr. Heather, we discuss challenges and solutions to raising healthy kids. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/71 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

70. Why Charlotte Mason Would Love the Inductive Bible Study Method

July 16, 2020 11:30 - 10 minutes - 8.72 MB

Here are three reasons why the Inductive Bible Study Method fits in really well with a Charlotte Mason inspired homeschool. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/70 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support

69. How Inductive Bible Study Supports Active Learning

July 09, 2020 14:58 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MB

To help our kids understand & engage with the content at a deep level, they need to be active learners. Inductive Bible study supports active learning! Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/69 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/homeschoolwithmoxie/support