Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Raising Arrows - Large Family Homeschool Life
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| The Black Wedding Dress that Shocked the Conservative Homeschool World | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:25:32 | |
My daughter's black wedding dress shocked a lot of people. Some comments were downright ugly, but they sparked a conversation that needs to be had in the conservative homeschool world - What are we teaching our children about appearances and "fitting in."
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| Living in the Sandwich Generation | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:28:28 | |
Caring for aging parents while still caring for young children at home is happening more and more to my generation. This is my story and my way of managing it all. Resources mentioned:
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| I Almost Gave Up Blogging | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:20:28 | |
| How I Deal with My Lack of Motivation | 14 Apr 2020 | 00:21:27 | |
How do I overcome a lack of motivation when I feel lazy or like I can't accomplish anything? This podcast is full of ideas and insight based on my experiences as a mom, homeschooler, and homemaker. FREE TRIAL of MINNO!
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| Am I Smart Enough to Homeschool? | 31 Mar 2020 | 00:23:13 | |
Yes, you ARE smart enough to homeschool, plus learn how to play up your strengths and overcome your weaknesses! FREE 7 DAY TRIAL OF MINNO In this episode:
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| How to Set Up a Simple Homeschool Schedule | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:14:44 | |
Making a homeschool schedule doesn't have to be hard! Learn how to make a simple schedule that helps you stay consistent and on track! Get more homeschool scheduling help with my books: In this episode:
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| Dealing with The Dirty Dishes | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:24:15 | |
Large family = Lots of dishes! Learn how to stay on top of the dish washing with a busy household and lots of littles! Go HERE to get your Laugh and Learn Bible today! In this episode:
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| How to "Prove" Your Homeschooler is Learning | 03 Mar 2020 | 00:17:14 | |
Is there a homeschooling skeptic in your midst? Do you feel like every time your turn around you have to prove your kids are actually learning? This podcast shares simple ways to "prove" your children are learning at home without making them regurgitate facts and figures on command! Get the Laugh and Learn Bible for Easter this year! In this episode:
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| Mistakes We Made Parenting Our College Student Who Lived at Home | 18 Feb 2020 | 00:22:28 | |
How much should you expect of the young adults living in your home? What if they are going to college or have a job? How do you set rules and boundaries that make sense for your adult child and the rest of your family? Learn from our mistakes! Read the post: Mistakes We Made Parenting Our Live-At-Home College Student Resources mentioned:
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| Homeschooling All Ages Together | 04 Feb 2020 | 00:19:25 | |
Simplify your homeschool by teaching the same subject to all of your children at the same time! Learn how in this episode! Get your copy of Large Family Homeschooling HERE! In this episode:
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| Tips for Eating Healthy with a Large Family | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:23:30 | |
Feeding a healthy diet to your large family takes coordination, time, and resources, but it's not as difficult as you may think. With a little creativity and grace, you can easily feed your family healthy meals that don't take all your time, energy, and money! >> BUY Home Management for the Homeschool Mom << In this episode:
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| How to Anchor Your Homeschool Day | 08 Jan 2020 | 00:23:50 | |
If your homeschool schedule feels chaotic and messy, you probably need to put some anchors in place to keep your homeschool day on track! Learn how in this episode! Get your 30 day FREE TRIAL of Reading Eggs here! In this episode:
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| How to Keep Your Home Clean During the Holidays | 10 Dec 2019 | 00:17:31 | |
Keep your home tidy and festive this Christmas season...even with a lot of kids...even with homeschooling...even with all the stuff you have to do! Get the Christmas Holiday Homeschool Planner >> Get your FREE Christmas Movie Themed Parties >> Get your FREE Christmas Eve Candlelight Vigil >> In this episode:
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| Autumn Homemaking | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:24:19 | |
Every Autumn, my homemaking habits change with the season. Here are a few cozy ways I celebrate the Fall season in my kitchen and elsewhere! GET IT NOW FOR FREE! Resources mentioned:
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| Balancing Homeschooling & Self Care | 26 Nov 2019 | 00:26:27 | |
Homeschool moms are busy with a lot of things, but in our busyness are we neglecting to take care of ourselves? How do we balance all we have to do with our own needs, while avoiding the trap of selfishness? This podcast might step on a few toes, but it's time we addressed self care as a homeschool mom! FREE 7 DAY TRIAL of Minno with code: RAISINGARROWS In this episode:
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| Screen Time Limits in a Large Homeschooling Family | 12 Nov 2019 | 00:24:30 | |
Between education and entertainment, our children spend a lot of time in front of screens. How do we handle the balance of online and offline when there are a lot of kids in the house and a lot of school needing to be accomplished? This podcast gives you tangible, practical ideas for setting limits on screen time! FREE 7 DAY TRIAL of Minno! In this episode:
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| Family Road Trips & Holiday Travel | 29 Oct 2019 | 00:24:44 | |
Make your next day trip smooth sailing with these tips on what to pack, how to keep the kids calm, and much more! Check out the new Jonathan Park audio adventures! In this episode:
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(some links may be affiliate links - I make a small commission from purchases made through those links, including Amazon.) Learn more about Jonathan Park Creation Science audios HERE >>
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| Managing Meal Time Madness with Little Ones | 15 Oct 2019 | 00:23:38 | |
Does meal time feel chaotic, loud, and full of picky eaters? These tips will help you manage meal time with grace and calm when all you have are little ones sitting at your table! Get your FREE FALL FAMILY TRADITIONS BUNDLE! **hint** In this podcast:
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| Why Family Traditions Matter | 24 Sep 2019 | 00:19:36 | |
As Christians, the things we do as a family take on significance far beyond our earthly home. Learn why family traditions matter and how to start your own simple traditions today! >> FREE Fall Family Traditions Bundle << Mentioned in this podcast:
Useful timestamps: 1:59 - 1 BIG reason why family traditions matter so much! 4:51 - How we nurture the individuals of our family through family traditions. 6:01 - "What we do as a family defines us as a family." 8:19 - How traditions helped us through the death of our daughter. 11:05 - Traditions that don't require a lot of planning. 13:40 - Unique family traditions (my "pancake" experience!). 14:41 - Why family traditions don't always need to be over-spiritualized. 17:28 - Why Christians should enjoy life and share their family traditions with others! Don't forget your FREE Fall Family Traditions Bundle!
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| How to Use Workbooks to Lighten Your Homeschool Load | 17 Sep 2019 | 00:23:18 | |
Are you worn out and needing a break, but don't know how to get more margin in your homeschool day? Have you ever felt guilty for using workbooks in your homeschool? Do you wish you could ditch the workbooks, but you just can't figure out what you would do instead? This podcast will help you use workbooks to your advantage without making your homeschool dry and boring! Get your Other resources mentioned:
Helpful Timestamps: 1:46 - What happened when I tried to completely ditch workbooks in our homeschool. 4:04 - The benefit of delegating your homeschool subjects to workbooks. 4:48 - What beautiful homeschooling memories are truly made of. 6:27 - Why workbooks aren't just for the subjects we detest teaching. 8:07 - How workbooks can help you homeschool through hardships. 8:39 - Addressing the "guilt" of using workbooks. 11:32 - Subjects that easily lend themselves to workbooks + my personal workbook choices! 13:02 - How to make workbooks fun! 14:04 - Why you don't have to do all the problems in a workbook. 16:13 - Math manipulative ideas. 17:40 - How to supplement workbooks without adding to your workload. 20:22 - Where to put workbooks in your homeschool schedule. | |||
| How to Be a Relaxed Homeschool Mom | 20 Aug 2019 | 00:16:19 | |
Are you stressed out by homeschooling this year? This podcast will give you the practical tools you need to become a relaxed homeschool mom! Get my FREE Daily Homemaking Checklist HERE! Autopilot Homeschooling (podcast #50) How to Put Your Homeschool on Autopilot (post) The Easiest Homeschool Routine Ever! (video) How to Choose Extracurricular Activities for Your Family (podcast #37) Helpful timestamps: 1:17 - How recognizing your unique family dynamic will help you relax. 6:08 - How to choose stress-free curriculum. 10:17 - How to "Delete & Delegate" things in your homeschool day. 14:53 - The #1 thing that causes stress in a homeschool mom's life!
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| Taking the Blah Out of Back-to-Homeschool | 05 Aug 2019 | 00:21:17 | |
Are you feeling less than excited about getting back to homeschool? Start your homeschool year off right with some new (and simple!) traditions! FREE TRIAL OF READING EGGS HERE >> Things you need to check out:
GET MY BOOK FLEXIBLE HOMESCHOOL PLANNING HERE >>
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| Organizing Your Spiritual Life | 23 Jul 2019 | 00:11:30 | |
Is your Quiet Time lacking since you had children? It's time to organize your spiritual life! >> GET YOUR FREE FAMILY WORSHIP GUIDE! <<
OTHER POSTS YOU SHOULD READ:
RESOURCES YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT: TIMESTAMPS: 1:03 - What Quiet Time used to be like for me.
2:21 - What "Quiet Time" should be.
4:22 - How to find time for Quiet Time
5:32 - Why you and your kids need "meaty" homeschool resources.
6:28 - Organizing your spiritual environment.
8:25 - Parenting with Scripture - GET THE BOOK >>
9:04 - Family Worship - GET THE FREE GUIDE >>
9:35 - Being purposeful about your faith.
10:24 - My favorite hymn that epitomizes Quiet Time for a busy mom.
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| Maximizing Space in Kids' Bedrooms | 15 Jul 2019 | 00:19:13 | |
Got a lot of kids and not a lot of space? This podcast is all about managing and organizing your kids' bedrooms to make the most of the space you have! Looking for help with managing your home and homeschool? Posts you may want to read:
Helpful Podcast Timestamps:
1:01 - Why we only use 3 bedrooms no mater the size of our house.
3:27 - Using the Master Bedroom for children.
5:06 - Putting babies in with siblings.
6:34 - Our current boys bedroom setup.
7:02 - Clothing storage options
8:12 - Triple bunks & platform beds (READ MORE HERE)
9:19 - Spaces for babies (READ MORE HERE)
11:08 - Bunk Beds for older kids (THESE are the bunks I mentioned)
11:57 - Hanging vs. Folding clothes
15:17 - Toys in the bedrooms
16:23 - Family closet ideas (READ MORE HERE) | |||
| Large Family House Sizes & Layouts | 17 Oct 2024 | 00:26:30 | |
Over the years, our large family has lived in many different sizes of homes. A listener asked me to share what I've learned from living in large and small homes and what I feel is crucial space to have in a large family home! Mentioned in this podcast:
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| Creating a Mom Uniform | 10 Jun 2019 | 00:18:00 | |
Every professional that helps them do their job well. Moms need a uniform as much as anyone! The great thing about our uniform is that we can personalize and customize to show our uniqueness, all the while reminding us of who we are in Christ and helping us serve those He puts in our path! Creating a Mom Uniform will give you the tools you need to do your job well! > Check out www.analuisa.com/RaisingArrows to see the earrings I mention in this episode! (and get $10 off!) > Subscribe to the Raising Arrows newsletter for your FREE Daily Homemaking List to keep you on track during your day! > Follow me on Instagram! Other resources mentioned: Sensory Issues as a Mom (article) Getting Dressed to the Shoes - FLYlady (article) | |||
| Why I Started Homeschooling | 21 May 2019 | 00:13:42 | |
Everyone has a story about how they came to homeschooling. This is mine! Subscribe to the blog for helpful tips and resources for homeschooling! 0:53 - How I learned about homeschooling | |||
| Simple Summer Homeschooling Plans | 08 May 2019 | 00:19:33 | |
Are you planning on "trying out" homeschooling this summer? Perhaps you are considering homeschooling year round or you feel like you need to "catch up" a bit this summer. Or maybe you just want to have a little educational fun during the summer months! Whatever your reason, these summer homeschooling plans will help you plan without breaking a sweat! Download a FREE Homeschooling Year Round Checklist >> My books Flexible Homeschool Planning will help you make plans that stress you and your homeschool out! GET IT HERE >> Other Resources: A Summer of Playing Skillfully 50 States Songs Course Kids Cook Real Food Class Five in a Row Curriculum How to create a Nature Table >> Little House on the Prairie Homeschool Plans >> Can You Homeschool an Entire Grade Over the Summer >>
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| Should You Homeschool Your Preschooler? | 25 Apr 2019 | 00:18:05 | |
Are you considering homeschooling your preschooler? Do you wonder how you will fit it in with all the other homeschooling and tasks you have to do in a day? Are you overwhelmed by all the choices out there for preschool curriculum? This podcast will help you decide if homeschooling preschool is a good idea for your family, how to choose a curriculum that won't overwhelm you, and how to fit it into your day. GET YOUR FREE SONLIGHT TRIAL --> sonlight.com/invitation Helpful resources: Flexible Homeschool Planning book Occupying a Busy Preschooler (podcast) Occupying a Busy Preschooler (video) Occupying a Busy Preschooler (post) Points of interest: 2:10 - My super-simplified version of "preschool" with my older kids. 2:48 - Why I stopped doing preschool. 3:35 - The reason I changed my mind about preschool (hint: his name is Creed!) 7:16 - What I needed in a preschool curriculum. 8:23 - How I fit preschool into my day. 11:58 - What if you are in a busy season? 13:12 - Questions to ask yourself before deciding to homeschool preschool. 14:17 - How homeschooling preschool has changed our lives. 16:14 - What to look for in a preschool curriculum and how to make it work for you. | |||
| Organizing Your Kitchen with Stations | 08 Apr 2019 | 00:12:18 | |
Get organized in your kitchen by making stations that group items you use often. Learn how to create a Baking Station, a Juicing Station, a Breakfast Station & more! Don't forget to grab your FREE LOTION BAR (available through the month of April 2019) at: hardlotion.com/raisingarrows Resources mentioned: Bosch mixer - https://amzn.to/2UlZ2TZ (aff) Mockmill grinder - https://mockmill.com/u/?a_aid=raisingarrows (aff) Freezer to Slow Cooker Meal Plan - http://www.sidetrackedsarah.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=102 (aff) DIY Breakfast Station ebook - https://store.notconsumed.com/products/diy-breakfast-station | |||
| Large Family Laundry Solutions | 05 Mar 2019 | 00:17:18 | |
Laundry is a part of our everyday existence, especially in a large family! Learn the secrets of our daily laundry chores and how this routine has evolved over the years! Resources: Large Family Daily Laundry Routine (blog post) Huge List of Large Family Laundry Systems (blog post) Teach Your Kids to Do Their Own Laundry (blog post) XL Hamper with Mesh Bag (aff) | |||
| Managing the Medical in Your Life | 19 Feb 2019 | 00:22:41 | |
Every family has medical needs, but this podcast deals with ongoing medical issues that require organization and planning to manage effectively. From pregnancy to surgery, chronic illness and ongoing medical treatment, learn how to manage it all without confusion and added stress. Flexible Homeschool Planning book Home Management for the Homeschool Mom book How to Make an Emergency Folder (blog post) Mercy's Story (blog post) Podcast #21 - Morning Sickness & Managing Your Home | |||
| The Curriculum of a Delight Directed Homeschool | 05 Feb 2019 | 00:19:20 | |
A Delight Directed Homeschool isn't a method - it's an approach. One that works with ANY curriculum! Learn how to make your curriculum delight directed and spark passion in your children's lives! Resources: | |||
| Intro to Delight Directed Homeschooling | 21 Jan 2019 | 00:23:58 | |
Learn how to incorporate your child's natural aptitudes and interests into their homeschooling using Delight Directed Learning! Also includes a crash course in making homeschooling a lifestyle of learning! Resources:
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| Girls & Their Attitudes | 07 Jan 2019 | 00:18:18 | |
As your girls grow into their teenage years, you may begin to see attitudes that are so different from what you are used to seeing. Learn 3 secrets to help your daughter navigate her teen years and avoid attitude problems. Resources:
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| Creating a Kitchen Workflow | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:31:14 | |
How to make your kitchen work efficiently and effectively while you homeschool! Today's Sponsor: Resources mentioned:
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| Large Family Mom's Guide to Thanksgiving | 19 Nov 2018 | 00:27:46 | |
Control the chaos and have a blessed Thanksgiving with this guide to a fantastic holiday from a large family mom's perspective! Learn how to manage the kids, the crowds, the food, and the festivities in this idea-packed podcast! Resources mentioned: FREE Family Thanksgiving Worship Service Holiday Homeschool Planner Pack 12 Week Holiday Planner (aff) RECIPES Sweet Potato Casserole Cranberry Salad Pumpkin Crumble Cake CLOTHING Primary.com (aff) Nursing Tank Top (aff) POSTS Blessing Tree - Fun family craft! The Large Family Mom's Guide to Thanksgiving Kids & Thanksgiving - 7 Ways to Stop the Stress What to Pack for a Family Day Trip Van Seating Chart | |||
| Boys & Their Attitudes | 08 Nov 2018 | 00:12:23 | |
Are you seeing attitudes in your boys that seem disrespectful and rude? Are you worried you won't know how to handle them as they get older? This podcast shares the secret to dealing with boys and their attitudes! You won't want to miss this! Read the post How to Parent & Discipline Boys & Their Attitudes Resources: 27 Bible Heroes to Encourage Our Boys on RaisingArrows.net Bringing Up Boys by James Dobson Wild at Heart by James Eldredge | |||
| Homeschooling Through the Holidays | 15 Oct 2018 | 00:17:21 | |
Homeschooling through the holidays can be so much fun! Learn about great resources for homeschooling during Thanksgiving and Christmas, and how to make memories along the way! Get the Holiday Homeschool Planner Pack! $7.99 each or $10 for the set Thanksgiving Holiday Homeschool Planner Christmas Holiday Homeschool Planner 12 week Holiday Planner (we have used this planner for years starting October 1 every year) Blessing Tree - something we do every year as a family! Advent Nature Study (we love this one!) HUGE list of Advent ideas! Family Traditions podcast Autopilot Homeschool podcast When you subscribe to the blog, get a FREE Fall Movie Themed Party Guide to enjoy with your family! | |||
| Learning to Create a Mother Culture | 02 Oct 2018 | 00:18:55 | |
Busy moms tend to forget to cultivate art and beauty in their own lives. They are so busy pouring out, they don't realize how important it is to show their children what an abundant adult life looks like. Learn how to inspire your children with your own creative life by building what the Charlotte Mason method calls "Mother Culture." Resources mentioned: The Me Time Myth (post) #bookstagram on Instagram You Are an Artist! Clubhouse & Chalk Pastel classes Watercolor Nature Journal Class on Craftsy | |||
| My Morning Routine on a Homeschool Day | 25 Sep 2018 | 00:22:07 | |
Have you ever wondered what a typical morning homeschool schedule looks like in our house? Today, I share all the subjects we tackle, our Morning Basket or Table Time routine, how we manage lunch on homeschool days, and so much more! Get FREE homeschooling & homemaking resources HERE! Resources mentioned: The Homeschool Garden Morning Time Review ~The Homeschool Garden Morning Time Membership~ The Precious People Curriculum Review ~The Precious People Curriculum~ DITL - Typical Friday House Cleaning (VIDEO) How to Put Your Homeschool on Autopilot (PODCAST) Weekly House Cleaning (PODCAST) Homeschooling Year Round information Making Homeschool Lunches Easy Apologia Science with Multiple Ages Phonetic Zoo Review Reading Eggs (helped my struggling reader!) GradeSpelling.com CLE Science Readers | |||
| How to Put Your Homeschool on Autopilot | 13 Sep 2018 | 00:11:34 | |
Homeschooling is a big job! Learn how to put some of your subjects on autopilot will give you more margin in your day and less stress in your life! Resources mentioned: Why Teaching Textbooks is great for a large family - BLOG POST Does My Child Have to Do All of the Problems in the Book? - BLOG POST How we do Apologia with multiple ages - BLOG POST & VIDEO Compass Classroom - This is a fantastic video-based curriculum! Making Morning Time Easy - BLOG POST To learn more about planning a simple homeschool day that utilizes autopilot subjects and looping extras, get my book Flexible Homeschool Planning. It will revolutionize your homeschool! | |||
| Weekly Cleaning When You Have Older Children | 07 Sep 2018 | 00:12:39 | |
Now that I have a mix of big helpers, medium helpers, and little not-so-helpers, we can do a supercharged Weekly Home Blessing with decluttering and deep cleaning! Learn how we do it in this podcast! | |||
| Weekly Chore Rotation | 27 Aug 2018 | 00:10:03 | |
During busy seasons of life, a weekly chore rotation is super helpful! This method works best when you have children who are beginning to be able to help out with cleaning chores, even though their standards may not be on par with your own. I used this method when I had a mix of older and younger children. Resources mentioned:
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| Creating a Cleaning Chore Board | 06 Aug 2018 | 00:09:48 | |
When you have a lot of little ones, survival cleaning is often the best way to go. Putting together a simple chore board can be a sanity saver because it doesn't require a lot of forethought and can be done anytime, anywhere! Post & Video can be found here - https://www.raisingarrows.net/2016/08/chore-board/ | |||
| Weekly House Cleaning Without Help | 26 Jul 2018 | 00:10:12 | |
When I had 2 small children, I did the majority of the house cleaning every Monday morning, mostly by myself. Learn how I organized the chores, how long it took me, and how I kept it clean the rest of the week. In this episode:
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| Make Your Kids Go Outside! | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:13:28 | |
A listener asked if I "make" my kids go outside, and the answer is a resounding YES! If you struggle to get your kids outside, this podcast is for you! Resources mentioned:
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| Life as a Mom with Sensory Issues | 19 Jul 2018 | 00:14:59 | |
Are you a mom who is easily overwhelmed by noise, lights, touch or smells? You might have sensory issues like I do. Listen to learn how I deal with being a large family mom and having sensory issues. Learn my tips and tactics for managing all the sensory input a mom comes in contact with during the day! Life as a Mom with Sensory Issues (blog post) Resources mentioned: | |||
| Preparing Your Homeschooled Child for College | 05 Jul 2018 | 00:14:44 | |
The tools your children need for college are the same tools they need for life - so give them that college-prep homeschool education even if they don't go to college! Here's what we did! Read the post here - https://www.raisingarrows.net/2018/05/preparing-homeschooler-college/ Mentioned in the podcast: Fish dissection - https://www.instagram.com/p/BjnKRCBAWBM/?taken-by=amyraisingarrows Helpful link for Graduation Requirements - https://uh315.isrefer.com/go/phsc/Amyarrows/ Transcript help from The HomeScholar - https://uh315.isrefer.com/go/tts/Amyarrows James 1:2-4 | |||
| Making Major Changes to Your Homeschool | 01 Jul 2018 | 00:14:18 | |
After years of doing the same thing in our homeschool, we are changing it up in a major way! Come hear all our news, plus learn tips and tricks for making major changes in your own homeschool curriculum and schedule! In this episode:
Resources mentioned: Occupying a Busy Preschooler (podcast) A Year of Playing Skillfully Review (post) A Year of Playing Skillfully (and A Summer of Playing Skillfully) The Peaceful Press - home of The Peaceful Preschool & The Precious People For the Children's Sake (book) Morning Basket (book) Nature Table (post)
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