Homeschool Your Way
159 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -With the right tools and the right mindset, homeschooling is nothing to be intimidated about! We’ll admit that homeschooling isn’t for everyone. But if you want to homeschool -- or really need to homeschool—you can do it! And best of all, you can do it your own way!
Wouldn’t you love to have experienced homeschoolers, cheering you along with insider secrets? Yes? Then you’ll love this podcast! The hosts know homeschooling is not one-size-fits-all. So in each episode, they’ll bring you the coolest methods and the most fascinating guests to help you find your way—the best way—to homeschool.
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THE ADVENTURE OF HOMESCHOOLING PRE-K-12TH: PART TWO
November 28, 2023 15:03 - 26 minutes - 59.8 MBEPISODE 154| Part two of THE ADVENTURE OF HOMESCHOOLOING PRE-K-12TH: PART ONE. Why do you homeschool? There are any number of answers to that question and sometimes homeschooling comes before or after a bout with public school and at times homeschooling co-exists with public schooling. Does the idea of homeschooling feel daunting? Listen as Janna and her guest Katie Wolfe discuss Katie’s journey of homeschooling her son from pre-k to 12th grade and how she learned that just because you homes...
THE ADVENTURE OF HOMESCHOOLING PRE-K TO 12TH: PART ONE
November 21, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 68.3 MBEPISODE 153| Why do you homeschool? There are any number of answers to that question and sometimes homeschooling comes before or after a bout with public school and at times homeschooling co-exists with public schooling. Does the idea of homeschooling feel daunting? Listen as Janna and her guest Katie Wolfe discuss Katie’s journey of homeschooling her son from pre-k to 12th grade and how she learned that just because you homeschool does not mean you do it all yourself! As part of being our...
HOMESCHOOL ENCOURAGEMENT
November 14, 2023 15:01 - 31 minutes - 73.2 MBEPISODE 152 A lazy morning with grateful children who happily apply themselves to their studies while you enjoy having them all under one roof. Sound idyllic? We all want that type of homeschool day but reality is much different. That’s not to say your idyllic homeschool days won’t happen but how do you cope with the days in between? Homeschooling is demanding, it's not some picture-perfect thing that magically happens, it takes hard work. Join Janna and her guest, Gretchen from Demme Lea...
WORKING PARENTS WHO HOMESCHOOL
November 07, 2023 15:01 - 41 minutes - 94.9 MBEPISODE 151| Working and Homeschool?! Does it seem like an impossible proposition for you and your family? It might not be as crazy as it sounds. In today's podcast, Janna and her guest, Angela D’Antonio discuss how Angela has homeschooled her two kids for the past decade while she and her husband work full time. She shares her list of the benefits of homeschooling and how they make it all work. Find some ideas to help you as you navigate your homeschool journey. ABOUT OUR GUEST| Angela D’A...
STEM FOCUS IN HOMESCHOOL
October 31, 2023 14:03 - 33 minutes - 76.1 MBEPISODE 150| Science starts with small experiments and grows to larger ones like antacids and soda as we grow in our understanding of how things work, which makes it fun yet a little scary at times for both the teacher and the student. But it is also an area where children and parents can grow together to see what is out there and expand their worldview. It is also an area where the teacher can guide a student into exploring extraordinary things like the cosmos and more real world like what ...
CONNECTING HOMESCHOOLERS
October 24, 2023 14:03 - 33 minutes - 76.9 MBEPISODE 149 | The homeschooling landscape has changed dramatically over the last 20 years. With the advance of the internet, how we find things or communicate has radically evolved. It’s also altered how we interact with one another. The thrill of checking the mail or making sure everyone is off the phone so you can get that scheduled call is no longer a thing. Instead, we read messages instantly on messaging apps and social platforms which only show a curated view of other’s lives. Join Ja...
ART FOR EVERYONE
October 17, 2023 14:01 - 32 minutes - 73.7 MBEPISODE 148 SEASON 4 | Art is subjective, right? So how can you teach someone what art is? It’s often a subject that as homeschoolers we may not think to teach or shy away from teaching because teaching art can be intimidating! But one way to look at teaching art is that yes it is subjective so everyone appreciates something different but it is also a chance for you to teach your child other skills as they are being creative. Being creative or artistic requires them to make decisions, what ...
DYSLEXIA: A STUDENT'S PERSPECTIVE
October 10, 2023 14:01 - 35 minutes - 82.2 MBEPISODE 147 | October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Join us as we support the homeschooling community to spotlight a range of dyslexic needs, struggles, signs, while bringing awareness to the issue of dyslexia. Our host, Janna, met with Sophia D’Antonio, a diagnosed dyslexic and gifted homeschooler. This is a rare opportunity to hear from a student what it’s like to homeschool and be dyslexic. Plus discover how Sophia has managed and excels while continuing her learning journey. You might ...
KNOW YOUR CHILD'S STYLE
October 03, 2023 14:05 - 42 minutes - 97.9 MBEPISODE 146 SEASON 4 | Children can be a source of amazement and marvel. Have you ever looked at your child and wondered, why are you acting like that? Whether positive or negative, children’s reactions to events or tasks can vary dramatically from our own or our partners’. These personality differences are what make each of us wonderfully unique. With the uniqueness our children’s personalities, wouldn’t it be great to have some baseline of understanding why one child acts completely diffe...
HELPING WITH EXECUTIVE FUNCTION
September 26, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBEPISODE 145 SEASON 4 | What makes a successful student or person? While there are a LOT of items on that checklist, there are a set of skills that can make it a great deal easier to be successful. This skill set is called executive functioning. It is a broad group of mental skills that enable people to complete tasks and interact with others. It is a skill set that allows a student/person to write that final paper, plan a business outline, or follow a set of instructions on what chores to do...
EDZOOCATING
September 19, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBEPISODE 144 SEASON 4 | The beauty of homeschooling is that you get to build it however you want. What better way to create supplement your curriculum than finding different pieces to make it a successful learning experience? Incorporating nature and animals into a part of homeschooling is what Sarah Skebba, founder of EdZOOcating EdZOOcating, does. EdZOOcating is an educational approach that integrates animal-based experiences into your child's learning journey. From field trips to animal sa...
FINDING SCIENCE IN THE WORLD
September 19, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBEPISODE 144 SEASON 4 | The beauty of homeschooling is that you get to build it however you want. What better way to create supplement your curriculum than finding different pieces to make it a successful learning experience? Incorporating nature and animals into a part of homeschooling is what Sarah Skebba, founder of EdZOOcating EdZOOcating, does. EdZOOcating is an educational approach that integrates animal-based experiences into your child's learning journey. From field trips to animal sa...
MAKING THE GRADE: STUDY HABITS
September 12, 2023 14:02 - 33 minutes - 26.7 MBEPISODE 143 SEASON 4 | As homeschoolers, the idea of cramming for a test may be slightly foreign but as your student grows and contemplates college or a form of higher education you want them to have the strongest skill set available to help them succeed. Part of that skill set needs to be studying. But how to study without cramming? How can you help your student best retain all the information your student needs without stressing about their grade? Find out some tips and techniques your st...
FIND YOUR TRUE SPARK
September 05, 2023 14:01 - 40 minutes - 29.7 MBEPISODE 142 SEASON 4 | Motivation is a tricky thing. It allows us to move forward to goals and accomplish what we need and even our dreams. But sometimes it is HARD! Sometimes getting motivated and staying motivated to finish that project or write that paper is so difficult, other times it’s a breeze. Motivating ourselves and our children can be a challenge. Wouldn’t be amazing if if you could determine what actually motivates your children and you? Especially if those motivators are totall...
MEDIA LITERACY PART TWO
August 29, 2023 14:01 - 28 minutes - 21 MBEPISODE 141 SEASON 4 | Tune in for the 2nd half of Janna and Nate Noorlander’s discussion on media literacy. What we see is just the tip of the iceberg. How to critically think about the information we are exposed to and define the underlying reason ‘why’. The race is on to use the coupons below for The Nomadic Professor. The first person to enter nomadicsharkSUB gets 75% off the life of the subscription. The first person to enter nomadicsharkPURCH gets 75% off their first purchase. Offer...
MEDIA LITERACY-PART ONE
August 22, 2023 14:01 - 25 minutes - 18 MBEPISODE 140 SEASON 4 | It used to be that news only came from a few vetted sources, the news on radio or tv and the printed paper. With the advance of technology, the news is literally at our fingertips coming from the world over and from countless sources. It’s also given rise to people only getting ‘certain’ news based upon what they’ve clicked before and those ever-present algorithms. Join Janna and Nate from the Nomadic Professor, as they discuss media literacy, something becoming more ...
ENRICHING YOUR HOMESCHOOL: DUEL LANGUAGE IMMERSION
August 15, 2023 14:01 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MBSEASON 4 EPISODE 139 | As the global expanse shrinks with the use of technology, either through the ability to travel to other countries or visit new people ‘face-to-face’ on computers or phones. The barrier of time and distance is dissolving with one remaining hurdle: language. Language, its something we all learn and as we grow we realize learning a language can be more difficult than reciting words. That’s where Ideal School comes in with dual language immersion. Join Janna as she and Er...
ENRICHING YOUR HOMESCHOOL: DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION
August 15, 2023 14:01 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MBSEASON 4 EPISODE 139 | As the global expanse shrinks with the use of technology, either through the ability to travel to other countries or visit new people ‘face-to-face’ on computers or phones. The barrier of time and distance is dissolving with one remaining hurdle: language. Language, its something we all learn and as we grow we realize learning a language can be more difficult than reciting words. That’s where Ideal School comes in with dual language immersion. Join Janna as she and Er...
STRENGTH-BASED LEARNING: HOW IT WORKS
August 08, 2023 14:07 - 37 minutes - 28.4 MBSEASON 4 EPISODE 138 | Strength-based learning. What is it? How does it work? Why should I care about it for my child? Join Janna on this episode of Homeschool Your Way with guest Sam Young as they discuss strength-based learning. Why Sam created the Young Scholars Academy as an avenue for students a and parents for a connection, chance at community and to fulfill the need they have to be able to create an education that elevates their student because of their strengths rather than focusin...
WELCOME BACK: THINKING ABOUT YOUR WHY
August 01, 2023 14:10 - 39 minutes - 32.6 MBSEASON 4 EPISODE 137 | Another Season is here! We are starting off with a blast from the past with previous Homeschool Your Way hosts DeeDee and Ximena ie. Chips & Salsa Ladies. Listen in as Janna, DeeDee, and Ximena talk about the joys and challenges of homeschooling multiple children for many years. See how the highs and lows that come with homeschooling balance out in the end with consistency and remembering to find your WHY each year as you decide what is best for your family and childre...
FINDING YOUR VOICE
May 23, 2023 13:05 - 47 minutes - 75.6 MBGood mood, bad mood, calm or frenzied, there’s a song that can inspire or elevate that feeling for us all. There’s a reason why every great movie has an equally great soundtrack! Singing is something that can be intensely personal but can be experienced with people of all ages and cultures. But what about the mechanics of singing? How can we easily try to fit in more music into our family lives without it becoming a painful process or without the rolling of eyes (child and parent) over song ...
HOMESCHOOL REFLECTIONS
May 16, 2023 12:56 - 27 minutes - 44.1 MBThe thing about homeschooling is that it’s personal, personal to your life, your family, and your children. Your experiences can be unique to you but can also help others who are struggling or need validation that their journey is similar or not alone. That’s the goal of Homeschool Your Way to make you feel more comfortable in your homeschool journey and help you find the community and resources you need. Today’s podcast gets personal as our host Janna Koch gets to ask her children, Courtn...
LITTLE HABITS & BIG IDEAS: CREATING A HOMESCHOOL THAT WORKS FOR YOUR FAMILY
May 10, 2023 01:01 - 45 minutes - 73.7 MBEducation, it’s about learning little things that translate into big things and how those little things can have the biggest impact on how we view the world or how we live in it. The official start to most of our educational journeys is preschool, where the world starts to expand. But really what is preschool? Ask people and you can get different answers but intentional learning or teaching seems to be a theme. But not everyone, children especially learn at the same pace. As we age we tal...
SHARE THE LIFT: MICROSCHOOLING
May 02, 2023 14:12 - 38 minutes - 61.7 MBMicroschool? Micro School? Micro-School? However you spell it it's all the same, a small group of kiddos of a similar age getting together to learn and explore. Homeschooling is all about choice. What you teach your kids, and how you teach your kids. Join Janna and her guest as they chat about microschooling, why the Henderson family chooses to homeschool, and what that looks like for them. ABOUT OUR GUEST | Natasha Henderson and her husband have two children. They have been homeschooling...
A NEW WAY TO LOOK AT FRACTIONS
April 25, 2023 13:02 - 41 minutes - 66.8 MBMath is a subject that inspires so many feelings in both students and teachers. It’s a subject that some seem to automatically excel in and others struggle. One thing that remains universal is there are varied ways to teach math, which is good because kids learn differently. What makes sense to one child may seem like learning quantum physics to another, but a different way of explaining or seeing how to work a problem or understand a concept can make all the difference! Join Janna as she ch...
HOMESCHOOLING IN THE LAST FRONTIER
April 18, 2023 13:09 - 39 minutes - 63.7 MBThe last frontier, no it's not space but it may feel as vast, is the state of Alaska! With wide open spaces, it can sometimes feel even lonelier when homeschooling. But homeschooling is truly what you make it and in keeping with the premise of Homeschool Your Way today’s podcast covers homeschooling, community, and of course a helpful hack or two. Join Janna and her guest Carol Simpson, an IDEA representative, as they discuss homeschooling options in Alaska and ways to make homeschooling, if...
BOOKSHARK HIGH SCHOOL RELEASE!
April 11, 2023 13:11 - 42 minutes - 68 MBIt’s here, it's actually here!! High School Curriculum! We are so excited about World History & Literature and U.S. History & Literature levels. Today's podcast is for all your questions about books in the levels, how it differs from other levels, why you should consider BookShark’s High School curriculum and more. Janna and her guest Amy R., BookShark’s Curriculum Editor and Designer, discuss the ins and outs of BookShark’s High School Curricula. LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon ...
END OF THE YEAR EVALUATIONS
April 04, 2023 13:11 - 37 minutes - 59.6 MBParent and child, every journey into the world of homeschooling differs and that’s okay! But the end of the year in schooling can lead to questions of How did they do? Did they retain the information? Are they among their peers or more advanced? While state to state varies there are ways to test your student beyond the standardized test that you’ve heard of. Join Janna and her guest Marcia Manz, a former high school counselor who currently homeschools her two children and assists homeschool ...
HOW ONE FAMILY MAKES HOMESCHOOLING WORK
March 28, 2023 13:26 - 31 minutes - 51 MBHomeschooling can start in a variety of ways for each family. Sometimes it’s brought on by location, a need for flexibility, circumstances beyond our control, and in the best of times a personal choice because it is what suits you and your child the most. On today's podcast, Janna is joined by Mama (Christal) and Cash. Their homeschool journey has been one of choice and discovery with Christal sharing the loops and turns of homeschooling on social media as they navigate what works and what d...
COLLEGE PLANNING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
March 21, 2023 13:27 - 36 minutes - 58 MBHigher education, like college, can also come with a higher price tag. It’s a daunting expense for the majority of families. An expense that can rapidly creep up on you if you aren’t thinking ahead and even then the price of a two, four, or more-year degree can have you blanching at the thought of writing those checks. Join Janna as she is joined by Brad Baldridge, a financial advisor and creator of Taming the High Cost of College as they discuss getting a handle on the cost of college and...
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM 2023 HOMESCHOOL CONVENTIONS
March 14, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 50.6 MBIt’s a whole new year of homeschool conventions! Whether it is your first year of homeschooling and attending conventions are a brave new world for you or you are an experienced convention-goer get some behind-the-scenes tips from the people who get to go to them all! From core curriculum to educational games there are so many options it can make your head spin, get ideas on how to break up the days, navigate the booths and find just what you want to get the most out of your convention. LIS...
HOMESCHOOLING WITH MICHIGAN BOOKSHARK VIRTUAL
March 07, 2023 14:01 - 32 minutes - 51.6 MBHomeschooling in Michigan? Or wanting to homeschool in Michigan? Find out how you can get a FREE literature-based curriculum with support and online assessments! Join Janna Koch, BookShark’s Community Manager, as she is joined by Jen Myers and Gwyn Domke, from Michigan BookShark Virtual with Alpena Schools in Michigan. Find out the benefits of using Michigan BookShark Virtual with Alpena and get it for no cost to you! OUR GUESTS | Jen Myers LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon code t...
GETTING BACK ON TRACK
February 28, 2023 14:23 - 25 minutes - 41.2 MBWe all know life happens. Good or bad life seems to relish throwing out the best-laid plans. So what to do when life does get off track? Join Janna Koch, BookShark's Community Manager with her guest, Tanya Warpula, an advisor for BookShark, a military wife and mother of 5 who homeschools as they discuss getting back on track. TIMESTAMPS: Janna (02:29): I bet. Now, in the years that I've known you, you have done two moves and one of them was just up the coast, but this last one was cross c...
MASTER ART IN HOMESCHOOL
February 21, 2023 14:03 - 39 minutes - 63.2 MBWhat is it about Art that feels so intimidating to teach? People teach all types of subjects with less hesitation than the idea of teaching your student how to sketch, paint and more. Join Janna with her guest Cody Wheelock, founder and creative arts coach of Fount Atelier as they discuss how to incorporate art into your homeschooling and the challenges that can come with teaching the subject. Learn about the top 3 hang-ups that can prevent you and your student from reaching your creative ...
Banish Winter Lag
February 14, 2023 14:06 - 25 minutes - 40.3 MBFeeling unmotivated to homeschool? Things are just harder, whether getting up with the alarm or getting through the assignments for each day? Join BookShark's Community Manager, Janna Koch and Aimee Eucce, owner of Play 'n Talk, in a lively discussion on how to banish the doldrums of winter. From metal detecting along a streambed to using army figures for math, store up the great ideas for you and your student and get tips on how to give yourself grace and to learn to adapt as life moves alo...
ALL ABOUT BOOKSHARK
February 07, 2023 14:15 - 34 minutes - 55.7 MBIt's all about BookShark this episode! How it started, the process behind it and more. Join Janna Koch, BookShark's Community Manager and her guest Greg Thewes, Executive Vice President of Inquisicorp as they chat all things BookShark. Learn about how the brand began, why the name and all the behind-the-scenes in between. TIMESTAMPS Janna (01:42): But if that was the case then BookShark may have never been created because we had extra time back in our day. Greg (01:49): Exactly. Ther...
BEING PRESENT
January 31, 2023 14:05 - 39 minutes - 62.6 MBIn today's world of gadgets and mobile devices being present with our families and friends becomes more and more difficult. It is so easy to become distracted from what is right in front of us with things that direct our attention to 'out there'. Join our host Janna and her guest Kelly O'Brien as they discuss how to stay in the moment, and set intentions with our homeschool and with our families. ABOUT OUR GUEST | Kelly O'Brien is a second-generation homeschooler, who has been homeschooli...
BUILDING TRUST THROUGH FAMILY ADVENTURES
January 24, 2023 14:01 - 38 minutes - 61.7 MBWhen we think of adventure we may think of big trips and foreign locations but adventure like families comes in many shapes and forms. Learn about the building blocks Ethan and his wife have employed to get to one of their priorities of teaching their kids to adventure. Join Janna and Ethan as they discuss adventure, priorities, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, and more! ABOUT OUR GUEST | Ethan Demme is a well-known name within the homeschool world with DEMME LEARNING. The CEO of Demme Learning...
TRAVEL THE WORLD FROM YOUR KITCHEN
January 17, 2023 14:01 - 29 minutes - 47 MBThe kitchen is the part of the house where people gather. It's where we create the food that gives us feelings of nostalgia for grandma's cookies or Dad's Spicy Shrimp with noodles. Food is a universal need and one that allows us with a taste or smell to travel in time and location. Rowena S. took the idea of creating memorable food with an educating twist to create eat2explore. Join Rowena as she and Janna chat about the creation of Eat2Explore and how you can travel the world with cooking...
DAD, HOW DO I? ENCOURAGE, EMPOWER & EDIFY
January 10, 2023 14:01 - 30 minutes - 49.2 MBWe don't pay attention to the little things until we suddenly need some quick or not-so-quick life skill that we realize we were never taught, like how to tie a tie, change a tire, or cook eggs. The list can go on and is different for each individual but all is not lost there are people out there to help, like Rob Kenney, the creator, and host of 'Dad, How Do I?' From 'how to' videos to chin up talks Rob imparts practical advice with a few dad jokes for levity to people of all ages. Join Rob...
HOW TO UNDERSTAND YOUR NEURODIVERGENT STUDENT
January 03, 2023 13:21 - 40 minutes - 64.9 MBTwice exceptional (2e) students have a foot on both ends of the bell curve. They are highly gifted in some areas and have huge challenges (are neurodivergent) in others. They are often described as "smart but lazy" or "bright but scattered." ADHD, dyslexia, and autism spectrum disorder fall under this neurodiversity umbrella. Join guest Sam Young, an expert on special needs education who is himself neurodivergent, as he provides a wealth of insights for homeschooling your 2e/neurodivergent c...
HOW TO FOSTER YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOLER'S BLOSSOMING INDEPENDENCE
December 27, 2022 13:12 - 35 minutes - 57 MBIn this continued conversation from ep. 114, special guest Andrea Thorpe and host Janna Koch pick up on part two of their discussion about homeschooling middle schoolers. These years don't have to be a season of gritting your teeth and white knuckling through. You can actually thrive when you shift your mindset from controlling your teens to preparing them for the next phase of life. Learn how to handle mistakes (theirs and yours), how to react to their bids for autonomy and alone time, and ...
GETTING COMFORTABLE WITH THE UNCOMFORTABLE MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARS
December 20, 2022 19:47 - 30 minutes - 49.6 MBJoin special guest Andrea Thorpe to learn how homeschooling the middle school years can be one of your best seasons yet! During middle school, your children transition from the cute years of elementary school to the independent learning years of high school. Because they are transforming, your parenting and teaching both need to flex as well. ABOUT OUR GUEST | Andrea Thorpe is the author of three children’s books, a wife, and a mother of three daughters ages 18, 16, and 11. Prior to becomi...
WHY GUITAR IS THE PERFECT HOBBY FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
December 13, 2022 13:28 - 37 minutes - 59.5 MBLearn what makes guitar (or any musical instrument) the perfect homeschool hobby and extracurricular activity in this episode with John Futch. John has been playing guitar for 25 years and has taught music for over twenty years in his hometown of Lexington, KY. In 2017, he and a friend created First Frets, an online guitar and ukulele program that takes students from beginner to advanced, one step at a time. First Frets is a great option not only for individuals, but also for homeschool fami...
'TIS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY BLUES
December 06, 2022 13:09 - 29 minutes - 47.9 MBHave you ever felt totally stressed out by the holidays? Or oddly disappointed when they were over? Janna Koch and her guest Kelly Scimeca chat all things holiday blues: the symptoms, the causes, and how to keep them from ruining your cheery vibe. LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon code to use on any purchase at bookshark.com. TIMESTAMPS 01:52 Introduction to Kelly 02:52 Chore charts as a solution to the always messy house 03:52 What are the holiday blues? 06:22 How your own gr...
T'IS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY BLUES
December 06, 2022 13:09 - 29 minutes - 47.9 MBHave you ever felt totally stressed out by the holidays? Or oddly disappointed when they were over? Janna Koch and her guest Kelly Scimeca chat all things holiday blues: the symptoms, the causes, and how to keep them from ruining your cheery vibe. LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon code to use on any purchase at bookshark.com. TIMESTAMPS 01:52 Introduction to Kelly 02:52 Chore charts as a solution to the always messy house 03:52 What are the holiday blues? 06:22 How your own gr...
INTEGRATING AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY INTO YOUR HOMESCHOOL
November 22, 2022 13:08 - 35 minutes - 56.2 MBWhy add Black, Asian, and Native American voices to your homeschool? Our podcast guest for this episode is a specialist in this area. Belinda Bullard has successfully graduated three children through homeschooling with a literature-based approach. Her business, Blessed Heritage Educational Resources, provides multicultural history curriculum featuring the African-American presence and contribution. If you'd like to give your children empathy and the ability to understand history from multipl...
LEARN PIANO & MUSIC THEORY THROUGH A VIDEO GAME
November 14, 2022 15:53 - 33 minutes - 53.5 MBMusic is a mental superfood—truly enjoyable and beneficial for both brain and soul! Music awakens imagination and even boosts math skills. Join host Janna and her guest Dana Dominiak as they talk about Piano Prodigy—a video game that teaches kids both music theory and how to play the piano. About our guest: Both a video game entrepreneur and a professor of Computer Science at Lewis University, Dana Dominiak has extensive experience in both games and education. Dana's companies have created ...
HOW TO FOSTER IMAGINATION THROUGH READING & WRITING
November 08, 2022 13:07 - 38 minutes - 61.2 MBAnyone can be imaginative. Our job as homeschool parents is to give our children a toolbox with enough variety of options to foster their creativity. Both reading and writing are key vehicles for imagination! About our guest: Nancy Jo Wilson is a homeschool mother and science fiction writer. Visit her author website here. She's homeschooled for 20+ years in four different states. If she hasn't personally experienced a homeschool hiccough, she knows someone who has. With her sister Carole J...
HOW TO TEACH A JOYOUS MATH THAT SOLVES REAL PROBLEMS
November 01, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 58.4 MBSpecial guest Kathleen Cotter Clayton from RightStart Math believes that homeschool math can be so much fun that you fall off your chair from laughter. In this episode, she helps parents find the beauty, the fun, the giggles—even the joy—of math. Math is not math for math's sake. Math is a tool to solve actual problems. And when kids learn to concentrate steadily on math, they will feel empowered and refreshed! • — • — • — • — • — • LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon code to use on...