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Homeschool Unrefined
Maren Goerss and Angela Sizer
Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 265
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211: Raising Critical Thinkers With Julie Bogart
lundi 5 août 2024 • Duration 58:53
Join us as Julie Bogart comes back to talk critical thinking!
Julie Bogart is an author, speaker, podcast host, and creator and owner of Brave Writer, an online writing and language arts program.
In our conversation, we chat about her book Raising Critical Thinkers: A parent's guide to growing wise kids in the digital age, as well as Becoming a Critical Thinker: A Workbook to Help Students Think Well in an Age of Disinformation which offers a practical resource to grow students’ ability to think well in an age of information overload.
We're excited to have you join us as we discuss why critical thinking is of the utmost importance, now more than ever.
Connect with Julie!
Classes Mentioned:
We’re here to show you how to:
Identify learning opportunities in everything you do, how to celebrate your child’s differences, and how to give yourself and your kids credit for all the things you’re already doing.
If you have felt unwelcome in other spaces, we hope you feel welcome here.
You can now order our book!
You can order "Think Differently About Learning: A Homeschool Where Children And Parents Thrive" from the following vendors, or wherever books are sold.
Every positive review we receive helps us reach more people so please consider leaving a review. Thank you!
Connect with us!
Visit our website and follow us on Instagram: @homeschoolunrefined. Follow Maren for ADD, homeschooling, and parent coaching: @alwayslearningwithmaren.
Sign up for our newsletter and get our Top 100 Inclusive Book List.
We are listener-supported! Support us on Patreon and get access to our special Q&P (Question and Process) episodes!
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected].
Bonus Episode: Seeing Children As Humans with Rachel Rainbolt
lundi 15 juillet 2024 • Duration 01:02:39
Join us for this special bonus episode with Rachel Rainbolt where we explore the importance of seeing children as humans!
Rachel Rainbolt is a therapist, coach, writer, educator, and host of the Sage Family Podcast.
Connect with Rachel!
We’re here to show you how to:
Identify learning opportunities in everything you do, how to celebrate your child’s differences, and how to give yourself and your kids credit for all the things you’re already doing.
If you have felt unwelcome in other spaces, we hope you feel welcome here.
You can now order our book!
You can order "Think Differently About Learning: A Homeschool Where Children And Parents Thrive" from the following vendors, or wherever books are sold.
Connect with us!
Visit our website and follow us on Instagram: @homeschoolunrefined. Follow Maren for ADD, homeschooling, and parent coaching: @alwayslearningwithmaren.
Sign up for our newsletter and get our Top 100 Inclusive Book List.
We are listener-supported! Support us on Patreon and get access to our special Q&P (Question and Process) episodes!
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected].
205: A New Approach to Neurodivergent Learning (That Works For Everyone!)
lundi 8 avril 2024 • Duration 31:03
Join us as we talk about a new approach to neurodivergent learning (that works for everyone!).
We discuss the importance of meeting our kids where they’re at and cover learning practices that are good not only for neurodivergent kids, but for everyone!
To help kids with learning differences (and anybody, for that matter!) it’s important to focus on:
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Connection
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Flexibility
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Fostering a love of learning
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Focusing on our child’s strengths
This last season of our podcast is for homeschooling parents, traditional school parents, and everyone in between. This is our last season and definitely our best season!
We’re here to show you how to:
Identify learning opportunities in everything you do, how to celebrate your child’s differences, and how to give yourself and your kids credit for all the things you’re already doing.
If you have felt unwelcome in other spaces, we hope you feel welcome here.
LTWs
Maren:
Angela:
You can now pre-order our book!
Our book will be released on June 18th! You can pre-order "Think Differently About Learning: A Homeschool Where Children And Parents Thrive" from the following vendors, or wherever books are sold.
Connect with us!
Visit our website and follow us on Instagram: @homeschoolunrefined. Follow Maren for ADD, homeschooling, and parent coaching: @alwayslearningwithmaren.
Sign up for our newsletter and get our Top 100 Inclusive Book List.
We are listener-supported! Support us on Patreon and get access to our special Q&P (Question and Process) episodes!
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected].
138: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: Q &A
Episode 138
lundi 18 mai 2020 • Duration 52:25
Can you believe we've done NINE episodes in this series?! Friends, give yourselves CREDIT for navigating these last couple months of pandemic life. You're so amazing. We are tackling some of YOUR questions in this episode, and our answers might not be what you're expecting!
-"How do you fit it all in? Working out, chores, running a whole household, AND having enough time for school work?"
-"What are your mental health tips for mom?"
-"What are some homeschool fails and loves this year?"
-"What about little kids?"
Tune in to next week's episode, too! We'll be wrapping up this series and processing our thoughts on ending the school year and what summer might look like for each of us.
Don't miss our bonus episode with Diversity & Inclusion Expert Charnaie Gordon of @hereweeread. You'll be inspired to read more diverse books AND you'll be equipped with an amazing list of picture books!
Our $5 Squad on Patreon gets our Curriculum Wrap Up episode! We share the curriculum that won our school year. Patrons get the episode right in their podcast app AND a handy-dandy hyperlinked PDF! Join the $5 Squad to get in on this and all the other rewards!
We made a BINGO story template and we think you'll like it.
We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Our App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Best of all, it’s just $5!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: A Secret Love
Maren: Happy Endings
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
137: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: What We Miss & What's Saving Us
Episode 137
lundi 11 mai 2020 • Duration 56:21
Anyone else missing adventures and ACTUAL ALONE TIME? Yes, there's a lot we miss during this pandemic. But thankfully, we've also found some surprising things that are getting us through. How about you? What are you missing? What's getting you through?
Don't miss our bonus episode with Diversity & Inclusion Expert Charnaie Gordon of @hereweeread. You'll be inspired to read more diverse books AND you'll be equipped with an amazing list of picture books!
Our $5 Squad on Patreon gets our Curriculum Wrap Up episode! We share the curriculum that won our school year. Patrons get the episode right in their podcast app AND a handy-dandy hyperlinked PDF! Join the $5 Squad to get in on this and all the other rewards!
We made a BINGO story template and we think you'll like it.
We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Our App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Best of all, it’s just $5!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: The Color of Water
Maren: More Myself: A Journey
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
BONUS: Where We Read Diverse Books with Charnaie Gordon
vendredi 8 mai 2020 • Duration 30:20
Is there any better pandemic distraction than a book chat?! We talked with Diversity & Inclusion Expert Charnaie Gordon from @hereweeread a couple months ago, and we're so happy to finally share this conversation with you. You'll be inspired to read more diverse books AND you'll be equipped with an amazing list of picture books!
Get our EXTENDED chat with Charnaie when you join our $5 Squad! What does a picture book expert read for herself? We talk about some of Charnaie's favorites, what she's read recently, and her all-time favorite picture book.
Find Charnaie as @hereweeread on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. And check out @50states50books.
Mentions
A Boy Like You by Frank Murphy
Black Authors & Illustrators
Exquisite: The Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Little Leaders and Little Legends books
Indigenous Books
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
Latinx Books
Bravo!: Poems About Amazing Hispanics
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Asian American Books
Titan and the Wild Boars: The True Cave Rescue of the Thai Soccer Team
Write to Me: Letters from Japanese American Children to the Librarian They Left Behind
LGBTQ+ Books
Queer Heroes: Meet 53 LGBTQ Heroes From Past and Present!
Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag
$5 Squad on Patreon: One Level. All the Rewards.
Patrons get our extended interview with Charnaie AND 2 extra episodes every month. Join for just $5 a month!
We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Our App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Best of all, it’s just $5!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
136: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: What's Next?
Episode 136
lundi 4 mai 2020 • Duration 53:17
It feels like we're on a roll with routines and academic progress... but we're also wondering: Where do we go from here? Are we going to take a summer break? Should we be signing up for fall activities? We talk through this and more in our two segments: "State of the Family" (what's going on) and "The Nitty Gritty" (what we're actually doing every day).
Highlights from this episode:
-Are we going to take a summer break? What about signing up for fall things? It's hard to know what to do!
-Where are we at with screen time? Angela shares an update about the changes to their screen routine.
-What about unmet academic expectations? Maren talks about deciding what expectations to meet and which ones to let go of for now.
Join us on Wednesday at 1pm (CDT) for an Instagram Live! We'll be talking more about some ideas from this episode. Follow us on our FAVORITE social media platform and tune in!
We're hosting a Patron-only LIVE podcast recording on Zoom. Friday, May 8th at 2pm (CDT). We'll be doing a Curriculum Wrap Up: recapping and reviewing the curriculum we've used this school year. Patrons also get the episode right in their podcast app AND a handy-dandy hyperlinked PDF of everything we talk about! Join the $5 Squad to get in on this and all the other rewards!
We made a BINGO story template and we think you'll like it.
We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Our App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Best of all, it’s just $5!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: Change Your Life Shawarma from The Lazy Genius
Maren: Mrs. America on Hulu
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
135: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: Projects & Productivity
Episode 135
lundi 27 avril 2020 • Duration 56:33
There’s no one right way to handle these days at home. Sometimes it feels great to tackle a project. Sometimes it feels best to just go with the flow. We’re giving you permission to do what you need to do. We also have an honest conversation about self-regulation and screen time and setting boundaries that best support our kids. Listen in as we process where we’re each at this week.
Highlights from this episode:
-We all handle the stress of these days differently: increased productivity or increased rest or a mix of both!
-It feels like we’re getting master class on our kids right now. We should give ourselves credit for how much we’re learning and connecting and growing together.
-Deep dive authentically: Use this time to go deeper into your kids’ interests. But don’t feel the pressure to validate it “academic” measurements.
Join us on Wednesday at 1pm (CDT) for an Instagram Live! We'll be talking more about some ideas from this episode. Follow us on our FAVORITE social media platform and tune in!
$5 Squad on Patreon: One Level. All the Rewards.
We've simplified our Patreon reward levels. Join for just $5 a month!
You don't have to do a million things. Start here, with a high five from us! We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Meet your new favorite homeschool resource! Our BRAND NEW App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Plus, you’ll get lots of listener recommendations, too. Best of all, it’s just $5!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: Your Own Backyard podcast
Maren: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
134: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: Learning All the Time
Episode 134
lundi 20 avril 2020 • Duration 58:23
How can we honor ALL the kinds of learning, even the ones that don't show up on a lesson plan or schedule? How can we make room for more non-traditional learning when our kids have so much on their plates with distance learning and our own homeschool plans? How can we balance the "must-do's" with the "want-to's" and how can we value BOTH kinds of learning equally? Listen in as we process setting up healthy boundaries for our kids' workloads (even saying "no" to assignments sometimes!) and partnering with our kids to embrace the BIG PICTURE of learning all the time.
Highlights from this episode
-Are your kids asking hard questions about when this will be over? Do you have kids who are expressing increased "neediness"? We feel you!
-How are you handling this season of increased screen time? Take advantage of screen time to get your own alone time or a mental break!
-Can you get out for a walk by yourself? Solo walks are a great way to get in some quality alone time and a little reprieve from parenting.
-Is it time for a change in your routine? Making changes doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong--it just means it's time for a change!
-Have you said "no" to any of your kids' distance learning assignments? Do you need to? Consider this your permission slip to cut back on what's being asked of your kids! YOU know what's best for your kids and YOU are ultimately in charge.
-Are you noticing how much learning isn't planned out on your schedule? How can we balance the "must-do's" with the "want-to's" and how can we honor BOTH kinds of learning equally?
Mentions
Kids Eat in Color Instagram (and this post)
You don't have to do a million things. Start here, with a high five from us! We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Meet your new favorite homeschool resource! Our BRAND NEW App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Plus, you’ll get lots of listener recommendations, too. Best of all, it’s just $5!
$5 Squad on Patreon: One Level. All the Rewards.
We've simplified our Patreon reward levels. Join for just $5 a month!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: Little Fires Everywhere (mentioned: the book)
Maren: Likewise
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
133: How We Homeschool Through a Pandemic: Screens, Self-Care, Curriculum
Episode 133
lundi 13 avril 2020 • Duration 58:16
The shock of our new reality is wearing off and we’re settling into a marathon pace, which means we’re beginning to find routines that work. But in classic Maren and Angela fashion, our routines are unique to each of us and our personalities! In our “State of the Family” update, we discuss how we’re using screen time for our kids to support our own self-care efforts. In our “The Nitty Gritty” update, we dive into the ACTUAL curriculum and resources we’re using for homeschool. Well, at least what’s working this week. Taking it day-by-day, friends!
Highlights from this episode
-Anyone else struggling to keep up with all the online/distance learning schedules and usernames and passwords? Give yourself credit! There are so many details to keep track of!
-Is it time to shake it up or settle in? Some of our kids need a change, while some of our kids have had enough change for a while.
-Are you seeing the upside of online learning for any of your kids? Some kids are thriving with the chance to work independently and with accountability to their teachers (not us parents).
-We all know how important consistent and planned self-care is, but in this time, it's also good to practice "in-the-moment self care"--asking ourselves "What do I need right now?"
Mentions
Glennon Doyle’s Family Meeting on Instagram
You don't have to do a million things. Start here, with a high five from us! We created a FREE guide to help you jump in, refresh, and boost your home-learning experience. Check it out and share share share!
Meet your new favorite homeschool resource! Our BRAND NEW App School Guide has all our favorite apps--organized by category and hyperlinked. It’s easy to use and includes a key to let you know which apps are free and which ones aren’t. Plus, you’ll get lots of listener recommendations, too. Best of all, it’s just $5!
$5 Squad on Patreon: One Level. All the Rewards.
We've simplified our Patreon reward levels. Join for just $5 a month!
Show Some Love
Leave us an iTunes review! Your reviews help more people find the podcast. When new people find us, they'll see how much YOU love the podcast and want to listen, too!
Loving This Week
Angela: Some Good News with John Krasinski
Maren: High Fidelity
Before You Go...
Share this episode with a friend and let’s keep the conversation going in our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers.
Connect with us!
Visit our website | Sign up for our newsletter. | Support us on Patreon. | Join our closed Facebook group: Unrefined Homeschoolers. | Merch Shop
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube
Angela on Instagram: @unrefinedangela | Maren on Instagram: @unrefinedmaren
Email us any questions or feedback at [email protected]
Visit our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/homeschoolunrefined
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
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