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Today, we embark on another state in our Homeschooling Across America series by learning all about Homeschooling in North Carolina!
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The Witch in the Woods on Apple Podcasts
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Homeschooling your children is a full-time job, which can cause some hesitation with single parents. Whether you're newly single and wondering if you can continue to homeschool or you've been single and wondering if you can start, we're here to tell you that homeschooling can work for you. But you don't need to take our word for it. Today, we speak with four single parent homeschoolers to hear about all the joys and challenges of their learning lifestyles.
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Charlotte Mason Series (amblesideonline.org)
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Parents of only children face unique challenges when making the decision to homeschool. Some may think that having only one child in the house would make things easier, but when there's no siblings to occupy each other's time, it all falls onto the parent. Add in work and one might just wonder if they can really do it. Well, we're here to tell you that you can! Today, Melody and Jennifer ask Holly everything they want to know about what it's like homeschooling one child.
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2024 Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids
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Homeschooling a big family has its challenges, and its rewards! Today, our hosts share their secrets for efficient and fun learning for the whole family. From tailoring your approach to different learning styles to secrets that will help save your bank account, we can help you be an expert at homeschooling a big family.
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Many homeschooling parents wonder how to teach current events. Some think it only means teaching politics, some worry about how to talk to their kids about difficult topics. But current events is a much broader topic than most people realize. From local happenings to global news, from sporting events to pop culture touchstones, current events reaches every aspect of our lives. Today, we discuss how to teach current events!
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Propaganda Analysis — Propaganda Critic
Crash Course Navigating Digital Information - YouTube
Kids News from BBC - CBBC Newsround
Both Sides of the Issue - Stossel in the Classroom
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt: Kids Edition | NBC News
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Homeschooling in California has the reputation for being difficult, but that couldn't be further from the truth! While every state will have its pros and cons, California gives lots of freedom to its homeschooling parents. Today, we sit down with a homeschooler from California to discuss everything you need to know about homeschooling in California. Whether you're moving to California or you're already there and wanting to homeschool, or if you're just curious how homeschooling is done in our nation's most populous state, this is an episode you can't miss!
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Austin Orienteering Club
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Project-based homeschooling is getting more and more popular, and there's no wonder why! By engaging your student's interests and encouraging their curiosity, you not only shape them into a motivated self-learner, but you also allow them to learn a wider variety of things than you might otherwise, using set curricula. Join us today as we discuss everything about Project-Based Homeschooling!
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Project-Based Homeschooling: Mentoring Self-Directed Learners, by Lori Pickert on Amazon
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Astronomy is tied into many subjects homeschoolers may be studying. Whether history, mythology, or navigation. But it also exposes your children to the beauty of the universe, from the planets of our solar system, to igniting clouds of dust millions of lightyears away. Today, we discuss How to Teach Astronomy.
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Best stargazing apps 2024: AR Apps and Virtual Star Maps
The Stars: A New Way to See Them, by H.A. Ray on Amazon
The Night Sky Book: An Everyday Guide to Every Night, by Jamie Jobb and Linda Bennett on Amazon
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Ever since 2020, homeschooling has been booming. As such, not only are there more people than ever needing help navigating the world of homeschooling, but the world of education in general is transforming to meet the needs of this new homeschooling population. Join Holly and Jennifer as they discuss the ever-increasing growth of homeschooling.
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On today's episode, Holly recommended:
Cathy Duffy Homeschool Curriculum Reviews (cathyduffyreviews.com)
Rainbow Resource (rainbowresource.com)
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Contests and competitions can create much-needed external motivation for students and can foster skills and abilities in our kids that will help them in their future. But for some people, competition is a dirty word, so how can you make sure you're doing it right? Today, we'll be discussing the ins and outs of using contests and competitions in your homeschool.
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Geography is an important subject to teach. Through geography we can better know the world around us, the people that live in it, and how to navigate it. But many homeschoolers wonder just how to teach geography. Far from a series of dull facts and scientific definitions, geography can come alive in your homeschool! Today, we'll be discussing all of our best methods for teaching geography. How we engage our students with hands-on learning, and how to make it fun.
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Recommendations from today's episode:
Stack the States in the Apple App Store and the Google Play StoreStack the Countries in the Apple App Store and the Google Play StoreTicket to Ride on AmazonGeoGuessr - Let's explore the world!Globle (globle-game.com)MapMaker (nationalgeographic.org)
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When you're new to homeschooling, it's invaluable to have people there to help you. Whether recommending curricula, giving advice, or just being there for you, it's a vital resource. So, when you're the experienced hand and you see someone new, it's important to be there to help them, too. Today, we'll be discussing the importance of mentoring new homeschoolers.
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When you decide to homeschool, you feel like you're making the best choice for your child and your family. But sometimes you can face pushback from more traditional family members. Often it's genuine curiosity, but just as often it's not. How can you handle family members intruding into your homeschooling? And how far is too far? Today, we discuss handling intrusive family members.
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As homeschooling parents, we're fiercely independent. But that can sometimes lead us to isolation when times are hard, feeling as though we have to go it alone. But you don't have to. Today, we discuss the importance of taking care of your mental health as a homeschooling parent and share how we maintain our mental health.
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List of Hotlines for Mental Health Help
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Children learn to read, so they can read to learn! But even more than an educational aid, reading is a pleasure enjoyed by millions of people every day. Today, we're joined by the Heritage Mom, Amber O'Neal Johnston, to learn how she chooses books for her homeschool and her family!
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Amber's Book Recommendations:
The Old Truck, by Jerome and Jarrett Pumphrey
When Stars Are Scattered, by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed
Saving Savannah, by Tanya Bolden
Visit Amber's Website: Heritage Mom
Buy Amber's Book: A Place to Belong
Follow Amber on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook
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The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our graphic design is by Pete Soloway and our music is by The Great Pangolin.
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Thanksgiving has come and gone, and there's still a whole month of holiday season left! As homeschoolers, we value our family time, and the holiday season is full of special family activities. But we also care about our children's education. It can be hard to figure out how to balance everything. Melody, Jennifer, and Holly have been through this countless times. Today, our hosts sit down and share how they've handled holiday homeschooling. And be sure to stay until the end, when we discuss an important big question.
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One of the very best things about homeschooling is the freedom it provides you. We've discussed homeschooling at the beach and on vacation before, but worldschooling blows it all out of the water. With worldschooling you can be a world traveler and still give your kids a world class education! Today, we sit down with our friend Amanda Coate to learn the ins and outs of worldschooling!
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We are Worldschoolers | Facebook
Trailblazing Families | Facebook
Worldschool Popup Hub | Facebook
Worldschoolers | Facebook
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Today, we bring you an interview with homeschooling author and podcaster, Debra Bell! Debra uses her expertise in neuroscience to teach us all the benefits that homeschooling has for students. Listen and learn all about the neuroscience of homeschooling!
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Listen to Debra's podcast: Homeschool Works (buzzsprout.com)
The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling, by Debra Bell
Homeschool Curriculum | Find Online Homeschooling Curriculum For All Grades (homeschoolbuyersclub.com)
The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our graphic design is by Pete Soloway and our music is by The Great Pangolin.
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Homeschooling has never been more popular. With more and more families choosing homeschooling for their children's educational needs, it's more important than ever to know exactly how it works. The thing is, homeschooling is different in each state, with different rules and regulations that go with it. That's why today we're beginning a new series: Homeschooling Across America, starting with Texas! Listen in and learn all about how homeschooling works in the Lone Star State.
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When you make the decision to homeschool, you take on another job. With all the extra time you spend preparing and teaching lessons, it can sometimes be hard to find the time to figure out what to eat every day. Meal planning takes the stress out of your meals. With a little prep and a little forethought, dinner can end up being the easiest item on your to-do list. Today, Holly and Jennifer discuss all their tips and tricks for meal planning for homeschoolers.
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