Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have Alyson from World Travel Family blog joining us. Alyson is a travel blogger, published writer, worldschooler, and mom to two boys. After gaining her degree in zoology and comparative physiology, Alyson went on to become a chief medical scientist in London hospitals before switching to blog creation and full-time motherhood. 

Alyson and her husband have always had a passion for travel but one day they decided they wanted to share this passion with their two young boys and took to traveling the world as a family to expand their sons’ horizons and education. Six years later of non-stop full time world travel, they have experienced 50+ countries while home educating their boys. Along with these life experiences, World Travel Family travel blog was created. Their blog covers travel with kids, vacations, long-term travel, gap years, adventure travel, budget, luxury, group tours, and challenging destinations. Through this global travel resource, they aim to help other families travel with ease.

So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to Queensland, Australia to discuss how following your dreams and taking that first step can lead to something amazing!

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Show Notes
Alyson's multiple websites:
World Travel Family -  World Travel Family - The Most Inspiring Family Travel Blog!

Tropical Food Garden - Tropical Food Garden - Tropical Food Garden

World Travel Chef - World Travel Chef - World Travel Chef

You can also find Alyson on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter: @ worldtravelfamilytravelblog

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have Amber Landry, also known as Ms. Amber Elle, joining us. Amber is a Registered Nurse turned self-reliance advocate, Director of Family & Female Preparedness with Field Craft Survival, and homeschool mom to 3. She spends her days raising bold little adventurers while collaborating with, and educating, families all over the world on how to do the same. Amber is a modern-day Mama Bear that not only encourages and educates others to raise self-reliant children, but she is also helping make the preparedness lifestyle relevant for the modern woman.

So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to South West Louisiana to discuss how you can integrate a preparedness family lifestyle! 

If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.
We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have.
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Thank you for listening!

Show Notes
You can find Amber on Instagram: @ ms.amber.elle
Field Craft Survival website: Fieldcraft Survival

Resources mentioned:
We The Prepared courses- Home | We The Prepared

The Gift Of Fear-  https://amzn.to/32kO4ms

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have two certified teachers joining us for the conversation, both of which are my sisters. Emily is a homeschool mom to 3 young boys with several years of experience, teaching at the Elementary level.  And Paulette is mom to two and currently still teaches at the upper grade levels and has been for the past 15 years.

This is an episode from last year but we felt the topic is encouraging as well as one that is important. It stems from the common doubts we have in homeschooling our children. What if I fail my child? Can I do this? Am I qualified? Aren't the schools more equipped to educate my child? We have assumptions when it comes to many of these questions that aren't always true.

So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to Florida to debunk some of these doubts and fears!

If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.
 We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have.
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As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out
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Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Hello everyone and welcome back! Today we have Penny Whitehouse, creator of Mother Natured, joining us. Penny holds an Applied Science degree in Wildlife Biology, a graduate diploma in Education, and has experience as a zookeeper as well as a wildlife education officer and an environmental educator .

As a working mother, she knows how hectic life can get and how easy it can be to push nature play down the list of priorities as more pressing tasks take up our attention.
Her hope is that by raising nature-connected kids, we will encourage a generation that will love and protect the natural environment. Penny has created Mother Natured as a resource and tool to guide parents in helping their kids connect with nature.
We hope you enjoy the conversation and are inspired to make nature play a priority in your family's life!

Stay tuned next week when we have the creators of the Junior Classics Podcast, Bradley and Melanie Hasse, join us to discuss their podcast for kids that is 'inspiring children and families to a love of good reading and a real and lasting interest in Western literature, history, and scholarship.' Be sure to check out their website and podcast in the meantime!
https://www.juniorclassicspodcast.com/

Please visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
Website: https://mothernatured.com/
Nature Play Club: https://mothernatured.com/natureplayclub/

Free Nature Play Pack filled with free printables!
https://mothernatured.com/freenatureprintables/

Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/mothernatured
https://www.instgram.com/mothernatured
https://www.pinterest.com/mothernatured/

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Hi everyone and welcome to our 5 Minutes or Less series! Where we are building a community through some fun questions that help us get to know each other a little better and trying to keep it within 5 minutes, ha!
To view the video version, head over to our Instagram account where we will add them as an IGTV post.

If you want to join in on the fun and participate, just send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.

Hope you enjoy!

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Hello everyone and welcome back! Today we have Jennifer Cook-DeRosa, author and founder of Homeschooling for College Credit,  join us.

We couldn't say it any better, so this is straight from her website,
"Jennifer and her husband have 4 sons, all homeschooled since Day 1. Their sons all began earning college credit in high school, and collectively her family earned 10 degrees from 8 different colleges."
"Through resourceful high school planning, Jennifer teaches parents how to make the most of their teen’s high school career by injecting college credit early, streamlining their homeschool exit strategy, and making calculated decisions about college selection."
Jennifer's passion in helping and guiding homeschool families truly shines through her work and commitment to our community. We hope you enjoy this conversation and find it as inspiring as we did, no matter what stage your kids are in.

Stay tuned next week when we have Penny Whitehouse, the creator of Mother Natured, join us to discuss her passion and mission to help families raise nature-connected kids. Be sure to check out her website and social media pages in the meantime!
https://mothernatured.com/

Please visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
Homeschooling For College Credit Links:
    https://homeschoolingforcollegecredit.com/
    Link to book on her website.

    Find your private State-based Facebook Group
    https://homeschoolingforcollegecredit.com/find-your-state-hs4cc-facebook-group/

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Other websites mentioned:

Modern States
https://modernstates.org/

Dave Ramsey's Borrowed Future series
https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/borrowed-future

mikeroweWORKS Foundation
https://www.mikeroweworks.org/
   
 

Hi everyone and welcome to our 5 Minutes or Less series! Where we are building a community through some fun questions that help us get to know each other a little better and trying to keep it within 5 minutes, ha!
To view the video version, head over to our Instagram account where we will add them as an IGTV post.

If you want to join in on the fun and participate, just send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.

Hope you enjoy!

You can find Nina on our website blogging under Nina's Kitchen or her Instagram page @casteel2013

Hello everyone and welcome back! Are you looking for ways to bring more of your homeschool and learning outdoors? Today we have the talented Rachel Tidd joining us. Rachel is the author and creator of the Wild Math Curriculum and homeschool mom to 2 boys.  She has successfully integrated the outdoors and the use of natural materials in math education with her curriculum. Wild Math has been used by schools and homeschool parents throughout the U.S. and the world. With Rachel's creation, Math can now be 'Re-Imagined' as something other than dry textbook material.
We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did and feel inspired to take Math to the outdoors. So grab a seat and lets get started.

Stay tuned next week when we have Jennifer Cook-DeRosa author and founder of Homeschooling for College Credit join us for an amazing conversation on how your homeschooled child can earn college credit through high school.
https://homeschoolingforcollegecredit.com/

Please visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
Wild Math Curriculum: 
https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927


Fluency Without Fear: Research Evidence on the Best Ways to Learn Math Facts
https://www.youcubed.org/evidence/fluency-without-fear/

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The goal of this series is to speak with those who are Re-Imagining what is considered "normal" when it comes to lifestyle and their child's education.  We will be speaking to wildschoolers, boatschoolers, roadschoolers, homesteaders, and much more.  Join us weekly around the campfire as we discuss the endless possibilities of what learning was meant to be.   As always, Let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out.

Nathan and Anita 

Please visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com

Hello everyone and welcome back! Today we have Christina Etchberger join us. Christina is a former educator turned homeschool mom, military spouse, and entrepreneur. She is the creator of It's A Military Life and It's A Military Child Life.  Her platform's mission is to create a virtual community amongst military families and veterans and to facilitate community service opportunities.  The good news is that you don't have to be a military family to join in.  Anyone can benefit from her resources.  We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did and feel inspired to give back to your community.
So grab a seat and lets get started.

Stay tuned next week when we have Rachel Tidd with Wild Math join us for an amazing conversation on learning Math outdoors.  Until then, be sure to check out her website and find her on Instagram for more information on her curriculum as well as wonderful resources for your family.
https://www.wildmathcurriculum.com/

Please visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light a Fire They Can't Put Out.
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
It's a Military Life: https://itsamilitarylife.com/
It's a Military Child Life (Homeschooling Resources): https://itsamilitarylife.com/its-a-military-childs-life/
Veteran Pen Pal Project: https://itsamilitarylife.com/veteran-pen-pal-project-operation-holiday-salute/
You can find them on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

If You Want To Change The World - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sK3wJAxGfs

Tutor.com: https://www.tutor.com/
Military Child Education Coalition: https://www.militarychild.org/
Army Emergency Relief: https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/covid19/

Hello everyone and welcome back! Today I have my 3 sisters join me for some much needed girl time. If you are feeling a little burnt out or overwhelmed or just needing a break from all the homeschool talk, then be sure to join us for this chat! I find that the way to help boost my mood is with some great laughs and support from other Mamas.

Stay tuned next week when we have Christina Etchberger from It's A Military Life join us for a wonderful discussion. Christina is a military spouse, homeschooling Mama, and entrepreneur with an amazing platform that helps support the military community. Until then, be sure to check out her website!
https://itsamilitarylife.com/

Please visit us and all of our content at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light a Fire They Can't Put Out.
Thank you for listening!

Show Notes
Fitness program Emily mentions:
https://www.momsintofitness.com/

We are featured as #9 on Feedspot's Top 20 Homeschool Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020
https://blog.feedspot.com/homeschool_podcasts/

Hello everyone and welcome back.  Today we had the honor of speaking with Samantha Shank from Learn in Color.  Samantha was homeschooled, started Learn in Color at the age of 14 (a blog that has reached over 4 million people), and graduated college debt free.  She now runs Learn in Color full time and her 'goal is to help inspire kids to learn to love learning.' On this episode we discussed Samantha's homeschooling journey, the freedom it gave her and the opportunities that it opened up.  This freedom to follow her passion and focus on what was most important to her led to Learn in Color being created.  Her blog and website is filled with an abundance of educational resources that look outside the box when it comes to learning.  We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! 
So grab a seat and lets get started. 

Please visit us and all of our content, including a blog, at
www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light a Fire They Can't Put Out.
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
Learn in Color can be found on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and https://learnincolor.com/


We are featured as #9 on Feedspot's Top 20 Homeschool Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020
https://blog.feedspot.com/homeschool_podcasts/

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! Today's episode is on a topic that is dear to our hearts and that is, your identity and finding ways to keep your identity flame burning. With the daily roles and responsibilities we have towards our family, homes, and educating our children or going to work, it's so easy to fall into the trap of forgetting about numero uno (you). We need to keep in mind that these seasons in life are not forever. Things will change and when they do, will you still feel confident in knowing who you are?  Are you taking time for yourself right now?
So grab a seat and join us as we discuss how to focus on yourself and your own passions. By doing so, we feel that you will become a better version of yourself.
We hope you enjoy and find inspiration.

This week we celebrate making #9 on Feedspot's Top 20 Homeschool Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020!
https://blog.feedspot.com/homeschool_podcasts/

Stay tuned next week when we have Samantha Shank from Learn In Color join us for an amazing discussion. Until then, be sure to check out her website and find her on Instagram as she provides many homeschooling and educational resources that make learning fun and interesting.
https://learnincolor.com/

Please visit us and all of our content at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light a Fire They Can't Put Out.
Thank you for listening!

Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have Kelly Edwards joining us. Kelly is an entrepreneur, licensed foster parent, creator of the 90-Minute School Day, and homeschool mom to 3. Seven years ago when Kelly first began to homeschool, she tried to bring school home and the boxed curriculum was the teacher. She soon realized this was not going to work.

Through her real-life failures, connections with other families in similar straits, and the guidance of some amazing mentors; Kelly redefined what she wanted homeschool to be like for her family. This is where the 90-Minute School Day was born.

Through this lifestyle approach to education, Kelly’s method connects children with learning in their natural environment: at home with their family. This method guides the homeschooling parent with a framework and system that will spark imagination, ignite wonder, and inspire your whole family to adventure.

So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to the mountains of West Virginia and discuss how to detox and launch our new diet of learning naturally in our homeschools!

If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.
 We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have.
 Visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out
Thank you for listening!

Show Notes

90-Minute School Day website: Welcome - 90-Minute School Day (90minuteschoolday.com)
Instagram: @ 90minuteschoolday
Clubhouse: @ 90minschoolday

Books Mentioned:
Teach Your Own by John Holt- https://amzn.to/3FBDk1U
Learning All The Time by John Holt- https://amzn.to/3oL4XzT
Montessori: A Modern Approach by Paula Lillard- https://amzn.to/3anFTGv
The Secret of Childhood by Maria Montessori-  https://amzn.to/3AvAckH
For The Children's Sake by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay- https://amzn.to/3uZXD4q
Own Your Life by Sally Clarkson- https://amzn.to/3Fx5HP1

Other related episodes:
Free To Learn with Dr. Peter Gray- https://www.buzzsprout.com/777311/7701526

Unschooling With Robyn Robertson- https://www.buzzsprout.com/777311/8983186

A Montessori Homeschool with Aubrey Hargis- https://www.buzzsprout.com/777311/8954060

21st Century Charlotte Mason Education with Leah Boden-
https://www.buzzsprout.com/777311/8842675

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum:

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! On today's episode, we spend time with the Lawrence family as they share their inspiring homeschooling story. From making the decision to remove their son from public school to embarking on a journey of unknowns, parents Kemiko and Mark knew that their son Anthony's best interest lay at home with them.  After graduating from homeschool Anthony has gone on to become the first African American male officer to graduate from the Air Force's Pilot Training Next Program.  His story is one of encouragement and should inspire every one of us who homeschools their children.  It helps remind us all that anything is possible and that just because one system fails us another is waiting to embrace are true talents.  We hope you enjoy this amazing conversation!  Please visit us and all of our content at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com.  If you have any comments or show ideas please send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com.  As always lets Light a Fire They Can't Put Out.  Thanks for listening. 





Kemiko Lawrence
Kombucha Founder & Brewmaster
https://www.kemboocha.com/
IG: @kemboocha
FB: Kombucha

Aiming high:  ASU grad student pursues dream of flight - https://asunow.asu.edu/20181218-sun-devil-life-aiming-high-asu-grad-student-pursues-dream-flight

Air Force's Pilot Training NEXT program - https://www.aetc.af.mil/About-Us/Pilot-Training-Next/

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! We were recently interviewed by the Wildlings Podcast (release date TBA) and one question brought up was how we manage homeschooling on one income. That wasn't the first time we've been asked this question so we figured it was time to create an episode on the topic. We tried to be as transparent as possible so you can have a real idea of how money gets spent in our family. We have found that with a purposeful plan, you can attain an affordable quality education.
We hope you enjoy this episode!

We are so excited to announce our new website! It's a work in progress, but please swing by, check it out, and subscribe: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com/

Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice.
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes

Resources Mentioned in show:

Thrift Books https://www.thriftbooks.com/
Homeschool Classifieds https://homeschoolclassifieds.com/
Second Harvest Curriculum https://usedhomeschoolbooks.com/
Teachers Pay Teachers https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/
Learn in Color https://learnincolor.com/
Khan Academy https://www.khanacademy.org/
ABCya https://www.abcya.com/
Prodigy Math https://www.prodigygame.com/main-en/
Duolingo https://www.duolingo.com/
Typing https://www.typing.com/

Kids Podcast
The Big Life Kids Podcast
Music Podcast for Kids

YouTube
Art for Kids Hub
Mr. DeMaio

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! Today we had the pleasure of speaking with Nicki Farrell. Nicki is a former High School teacher turned Unschooling Mama, Co-Founder of Wildlings Forest School in Queensland Australia, and Co-Host of Wildlings Podcast. She's an adventurous nature play maker, risk taker, and children's rights advocate. Nicki brings with her a fresh and inspiring perspective on education with an emphasis on outdoor play and learning naturally. Whether you are an unschooler or not, she shares ways to incorporate her philosophy as well as time spent in nature in your homeschool. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice. Thanks for listening!

Show Notes

This Episode is available on our YouTube channel.

You can find Wildlings Forest School at the following sites:
https://www.wildlingsforestschool.com/
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyHG5dHeCmvQdpzb_iNOWQ
Wildlings Podcast
Instagram and Facebook: Wildlings Forest School

Books Mentioned:

Free to Learn by Peter Gray - https://amzn.to/3jT2Zrc

Home Grown by Ben Hewitt - https://amzn.to/2GskAYI

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Welcome back and thank you for joining us! Today I have two of my sisters on the show. Nina, Homeschool Mom of 3, and Paulette, Classroom Teacher and mom of 2. We chat about how Back-to-School time is going for all of us. We discuss how challenges are met and things don't always go according to plan but we are in this journey together to support one another. So grab yourself a cup of tea, coffee, or even wine as you listen in and know that you are not alone.

Stay tuned for next week when we interview Nicki Farrell, one of the Founder/Directors of Wildlings Forest School. She shares their philosophy on education as well as the importance of outdoor time in nature.

We hope you enjoy this episode today. Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice.

Show Notes

For Nina's cute Season/Weather Peg People: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RositaCreation

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! 
Today we are excited to have Natalie Cottrell join us. Natalie is the Founder/Owner/Director of Grasshopper Montessori and Grasshopper Academics. She is a single parent, entrepreneur, and has over 10 years of experience in Montessori and Early Childhood Education. Natalie is passionate in educating parents on positive academic habits while maintaining the child's natural joy of learning. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! 
Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice. Thanks for listening!

Show Notes
 Episode available on YouTube 

Grasshopper Montessori- http://grasshoppermontessori.net/

Grasshopper Academics Instagram-  https://www.instagram.com/grasshopperacademics/

Grasshopper Academics Facebook Group-  https://grasshoppermontessori.ck.page/fcb1fa6fa0

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! This is the second half of our Homeschool Curriculum Chat. My sister, Nina, joins me as we discuss all the resources, books, and activities we are excited and plan to use this school year. In this 2nd half we chat about Geography, Science, Nature Study, Literature, extra curricular activities and more! So if you are looking for ideas on what to implement in your school or just love a good ole curriculum chat, then take a listen!
Stay tuned next week when we interview Natalie Cottrell with Grasshopper Montessori and Grasshopper Academics as we discuss early childhood education and how to keep a natural love for learning alive in our kids.

This conversation is also available on our YouTube channel.

We hope you enjoy this episode. Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice.
We hope you enjoy!

Show Notes

These are what I mentioned. If you want something Nina mentioned, send me an email and I can get you links :)

Math Mammoth Curriculum:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1481002112/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=hpp0d-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1481002112&linkId=ac656887a9c956936610b5674b5f0c69

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Virtual Conference I spoke about (you may be able to still purchase ticket for access to videos even though not live)  https://charlottemasoninspired.com/2020-charlotte-mason-conference/

Mater Amabilis- http://materamabilis.org/ma/

Geography- we follow book lists on Mater Amabilis outline

Science- Master Books Elementary Science https://www.masterbooks.com/elementary-science-soil-sea-sky-curriculum-pack

Literature- we follow Mater Amabilis outline except for Shakespeare we will use: 'How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare'

Spanish- Flip Flop Spanish https://www.flipflopspanish.com/collections/frontpage/products/see-it-and-say-it-flip-flop-spanish-whole-family-spanish

Music Study & Picture Study- follow Mater Amabilis outline and links to resources along with any YouTube videos on the composers and artists.

Discovery Education-  https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/

75 Virtual Museum Tours-  https://upgradedpoints.com/best-virtual-museum-tours/

62 Virtual National Park Tours-  https://upgradedpoints.com/virtual-tours-of-national-parks-in-us

Field Trip Zoom-  https://www.fieldtripzoom.com/homeschool/

Outschool-  https://outschool.com/#abkckhyc4q

Welcome back and thank you for joining us!
This is Part 1 of a 2 Part episode joined by Anita's older sister, Nina. They chat about their books, products, resources, and activities they are excited to use this school year.
There is talk about idea notebooks, Language Arts, Math, History, and more! Be sure to stay tuned next week for Part 2 of this Curriculum chat as we review the remainder of our planned subjects.

This conversation will also be available on our YouTube channel!

We hope you enjoy this episode. Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice.
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Math Mammoth Curriculum:
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Mater Amabilis:   http://materamabilis.org/ma/

State History Unit Study resource:  http://happyhomeschool.familyclassroom.net/Archives/Geography/MyState.shtml

Another resource for State Unit Study:  https://diyhomeschooler.com/free-state-unit-studies/

Welcome back and thank you for joining us.  Are you searching for ways to add music to your homeschool?  Do your kids love listening to podcasts?  Are you a fan of music and fun learning?  If so, then be sure to listen to this episode where we interview Bill Henry and Bruce Fite, creators of The Music Podcast for Kids.  Bill and Bruce have over 30 years of combined experience in music education. We discuss their philosophy on music education, the importance of music in a child's development, and how parents can integrate music into their homeschool.  Bill and Bruce are amazing individuals and have put together so many resources for all of us to take advantage of. Their podcast is sure to get your kids hooked on music so be sure to listen! We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did. Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook. Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice. Thanks for listening!

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The Music Podcast for Kids:

The Music Podcast for Kids Products: https://themusicpodcastforkids.podia.com/a/wguqi

Podcast: www.themusicpodcastforkids.com 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGhqK_DWpRIKS45ICqN3eQ?view_as=subscriber

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Welcome back and thank you for joining us! On today's episode we begin with speaking on success. What do you define as success in your homeschooling journey? Its different for everybody but we think we have found a handful of homeschoolers that can be viewed as successful in all different ways.  For those of you who are still wondering if homeschooling can provide a top notch education and set your children up for success, this episode is for you.  We hope you enjoy learning about these individuals and their amazing backgrounds and accomplishments.  Remember, if you have any questions or comments write us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook.  Please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app of choice. 
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes:
Mop Rides the Waves of Life - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/622501/mop-rides-the-waves-of-life-by-jaimal-yogis/

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! On today's episode we recommend the steps to take in getting started in homeschooling. With the current rise in homeschooling families and the new school year approaching, we felt now would be a good time to help those needing guidance on where to begin. If you would like me to email you these steps along with a list of commonly used school supplies, then send us an email. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes

Our other episodes to check out:
Figuring out your 'why'- #23 & #24
Homeschool Methods- #29, 30, & 31
Encouragement- #32

HSLDA:  https://hslda.org/

Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com/homeschooling/by-state.html

Ohio Homeschooling Parents: https://ohiohomeschoolingparents.com/

Cathy Duffy's book: 102 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum

 

Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today's Bite Size Wednesday was inspired after interviewing a particular guest for a future episode. It reminded me of the possibilities that can come if you just follow your interest or idea and just start. 
I hope you find this helpful and remember to download the link below if you are new and wanting a free Getting Started Packet! And if you would like to share something for Bite Size Wednesdays, please be sure to email us. We would love to hear what bite size tips others have to share.

If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.
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Visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
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Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109

The Music Podcast for Kids Learning Package - https://themusicpodcastforkids.podia.com/premiumvoulumone/wguqi

Big Life Journal - https://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1417


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Welcome back and thank you for joining us today! Today's episode is a lengthy one but well worth your time. It stems from the common doubts we have in homeschooling our children. What if I fail my child? Can I do this? Am I qualified? Aren't the schools more equipped to educate my child? We have assumptions when it comes to many of these questions that aren't always true. Today we chat with Paulette and Emily, 2 certified teachers, to help debunk some of these doubts and fears. Our hope is to encourage homeschooling families as well as those considering home education as an option. Together we can embark on this journey, and what a beautiful journey it is. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
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Welcome back and thank you for joining us today! Today's Episode is Part 3 and the final episode to our mini series on the 6 more popular Homeschool Methods/Styles of learning. I discuss an overview of the Unit Study, Unschooling, and Eclectic methods. For each method I speak on the highlights, what it may look like, examples of curriculums, and helpful resources. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on Instagram and please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
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Show Notes:

It's A Military Life blog (we will be featured for their Sunday Spotlight):  https://itsamilitarylife.com/category/spotlight/
You can also find them on Instagram and Facebook

Unit Study
Rainbow Resource Center video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lLh9wG8b9g
Curriculums: Gather Round, 5 in a Row, KONOS, Unitstudy.com, Homeschool in the Woods

Free downloadable Unit Study Planner: https://thecanadianhomeschooler.com/creating-unit-studies/
Resources:
https://unitstudy.com/
http://susanevans.org/
https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/
https://blogshewrote.org/
YouTube: There's No Place Like Home homeschool
                 Home Sweet Homeschool
Book: Unit Studies Made Easy

Unschooling
Hackschooling Makes Me Happy-  https://youtu.be/h11u3vtcpaY

Resources:
100 Strewing Ideas-
https://nourishingmyscholar.com/100-strewing-ideas-homeschool/
Teen Resources-
  1. Self Directed Learning Centers
  2. Not Back to School Camp https://www.nbtsc.org/
  3. Project World School https://projectworldschool.com/
Alliance for Self Directed Education https://www.self-directed.org/
Books-
Teach Your Own: The John Holt Book of Homeschooling
Free to Learn- by Peter Gray
Unschooled- by Kerry McDonald

Kerry McDonald video on Self-Directed Learning  https://youtu.be/fWP_6RV6nmA

Living Joyfully Blog-   https://livingjoyfully.ca/
Podcasts-
Exploring Unschooling
Sage Family

Fun-Schooling-    https://www.funschooling.com/
YouTube channel- Real Family Journey

Eclectic

Resources:
Homeschool On Curriculum Review Playlist-  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeViqjZmWrM&list=PLc2FhJQCm83Wz_47NXCsmZ1WNEKAYDHDC
Ben & Me blog-  https://www.benandme.com/
Raising Life Long Learners - Podcast and Blog  https://raisinglifelonglearners.com/
Year Round Homeschooling blog-  https://www.yearroundhomeschooling.com/
Book-   
102 Top Picks Homeschool Curriculum by Cathy Duffy

YouTube channels-
Pennies & Salt (be sure to also check out her link to curriculum video playlist)
The Moonlit Schoolhouse
Love Jar Vlogs

Welcome back and thank you for joining us today! Today's Episode is Part 2 of a mini series on the Homeschool Methods/Styles of learning. I discuss an overview of the Traditional (AKA School At Home), Classical, and Charlotte Mason methods. For each method, I speak on highlights, what it may look like, examples of curriculums, and helpful resources. We hope you enjoy and stay tuned for Part 3 when we discuss the last 3 of the 6 more popular methods to homeschooling. Follow us on Instagram and please subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes:

Traditional Method:
Curriculums-  A Beka, Modern Curriculum Press, BJU Press, Houghton Mifflin, Alpha Omega, & Sonlight
Resources-  homeschool.com, time4learning.com, teacherspayteachers.com

Classical Method:
Example of typical day: http://www.homegrownlearners.com/home/2014/9/23/our-typical-homeschool-day-scheduling-classical-conversation.html
Curriculums- Classical Conversations, Classical Academic Press, Classicalcurriculum.com, Well Trained Mind, The Critical Thinking Co., & Circe Institute
Resources- 'The Core', 'The 5 Elements of Classical Homeschooling', 'Classical Christian Education Made Approachable', & classicallyhomeschooling.com
Podcasts- The Classical Homeschool, Schole Sisters, & Circe Institute Podcast

Charlotte Mason:
Check out Episode 11 of our Podcast for a Living Book review.
Curriculums- Ambleside Online, Simply Charlotte Mason, Mater Amabillis, Charlotte Mason Educational Center, & charlottemasonhomeschooling.com
Resources- After Thoughts Blog, Charlotte Mason Mama, They Call Me Blessed (see if still doing online conference), Joyous Lessons, 'For the Children's Sake', & 'Towards a Philosophy of Education: Charlotte Mason Volume VI'
Podcasts- Simply Charlotte Mason, A Delectable Education, Thinking Love, Charlotte Mason Says, & Charlotte Mason Poetry

Welcome back and thank you for joining us today! Today's episode is Part 1 of a mini series on the Homeschool Methods/Styles. I explain what a method is and discuss the things one should consider when moving towards a particular style. Listen to the end as I assign 'homework' before you listen to Part 2. We hope you enjoy and stay tuned for Part 2 when we dive into the more popular methods of homeschooling! Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes:

Homework: If you haven't already, listen to Episodes 23 & 24 on knowing your 'Why' and why it's important. 
Then take a Homeschool Style Quiz (Here are 2 different ones below):

https://www.homeschool.com/articles/homeschool-styles-quiz/#/questions/1780552
https://homeschoolon.com/the-homeschool-style-quiz/

102 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum by Cathy Duffy (can also be found on Amazon)
https://cathyduffyreviews.com/homeschool-extras/parent-helps-and-how-to-books/general-parent-helps/102-top-picks-for-homeschool-curriculum#

Welcome back! On this episode we are changing things up a bit. We thought it would be fun to invite my 3 beautiful sisters on to the show and just chat. With these hectic days of homeschooling life, I think we all could use some girl talk every now and then, right?!  So grab a cup of your beverage of choice and enjoy some laughter with us as we discuss the day-to-day joys of motherhood/parenthood. We hope you enjoy and come back next week. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes: 

Podcast that Paulette mentioned: Deck the Hallmark

The Green Ember series (For some reason I had a brain fart and said Green Emerald..whoops!)

Angel Walking series by Karen Kingsbury

Virtual Preschool with Ms. Jamie https://playtolearnpreschool.us/virtual-preschool-2/

Welcome back and thank you for joining us! Today is one of our Career Spotlight episodes and we will discuss life as a High School Teacher with Anita's sister, Paulette.  If you have a high school student or maybe even a college student interested in a career as a teacher, then this is the episode for you. Paulette discusses her journey to becoming a teacher as well as a day in the life of a teacher.  We hope you enjoy and come back next week. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com
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Welcome back! It's that time of year...summer! To school or not to school, that is the question. In this episode we speak on the benefits of continued learning through summer, even if it's scaled back. We discuss creating a flexible routine, share many different fun learning ideas, and speak on taking this time to re-charge and plan for the next school year! We hope you enjoy and come back next week. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com 
Thanks for listening!

Show Notes:

Summer Slide article:  https://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/raise-a-reader-blog/summer-slide.html

Kappan Online article:  https://kappanonline.org/rethinking-summer-slide-the-more-you-gain-the-more-you-lose/

Countries That Have School All Year Round: https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/countries-that-have-school-all-year-round.html

Virtual Museum Tours:  https://upgradedpoints.com/best-virtual-museum-tours/

NE Ohio summer camps:   https://northeastohiofamilyfun.com/summer-camps-in-northeast-ohio/

Easy Science Experiments:  https://mommypoppins.com/kids/50-easy-science-experiments-for-kids-fun-educational-activities-using-household-stuff

Little Bins Little Hands:  https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/things-to-do-outside/

Summer Read-A-Palooza:  https://www.scholastic.com/site/summer/home.html

Instagram Momma's with activity ideas @: 

Epic Family Fun, Kids_activities_at_home, fun4kids.at.home, seveninallfamily, Hello Homeschool, raisin.3little.humans, suzyhomeschooler, homeschooldownunder

Show Notes:

Done and done! In this episode we speak on completing our first year of homeschool. We discuss what worked well, struggles, what we would do differently, and more. Whether you are new to homeschooling or not, be sure to join us and celebrate in wrapping up another year. Here's to summer fun! We hope you enjoy and come back next week. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com.
Thanks for listening!

Mater Amabilis: http://materamabilis.org/ma/

FabuLingua: https://www.fabulingua.com/

Show Notes:

Welcome back! This is Part 2 in discussing knowing your Homeschool Why. In this episode we have Anita's sister, Nina, join us. Nina is a military wife and mom to 3. We discuss her thoughts on why they are considering homeschooling this fall. We also discuss in more detail how we came to decide to homeschool. From these reasons we create our 'Strong Why' to homeschooling or AKA our Homeschool Mission Statement. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

HSLDA: https://hslda.org/

Article on German practice of creating more resilient children: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcnews.com/better/amp/ncna864676

Epic Family Fun: https://epicfamilyfun.com/

 

Show Notes:

In this episode we speak on how making a big decision in life such as homeschooling, typically involves having a vision and a set of goals. But with that decision, there needs to be a foundational reason as to why you want that for your life. Join us, with your beverage of choice, as we discuss the importance of knowing your 'WHY' and having a purpose. We hope you enjoy and come back next week when we discuss in more detail as to why we choose to homeschool. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe and leave a review on your Podcast App of choice. If you have any questions, comments or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

National Home Education Research Institute:   https://www.nheri.org/

National Household Education Survey

https://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2017102

The Joyful Illiterate Kindergartners of Finland:

http://taughtbyfinland.com/the-joyful-illiterate-kindergartners-of-finland/#.Xlu6SOax2X4.facebook

Why Knowing Your Why is Your Greatest Tool for Success:. 

https://www.google.com/amp/s/addicted2success.com/life/why-knowing-your-why-is-your-greatest-tool-for-success/amp/

Kids Religion podcasts we mentioned we listen to:

Catholic Sprouts

Saint Stories for Kids

Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have Tiffany from Hinterlife Homeschool joining us. Tiffany is a business owner, founder of Freely and homeschool mom to two. She is passionate about child-led learning, supporting small businesses, growth mindset, and living a purposeful life without clutter and overwhelm. After a year of trial and error of trying to find the right tool to help organize their family’s lifestyle, she realized it didn’t exist.

She began to see a common need amongst other homeschoolers; ones that approached homeschooling as a life choice rather than just an education pathway. That’s when Freely was born. Through the creation of Freely as well as YouTube videos, Tiffany is following her passion of helping others.

So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to Australia to discuss how you can prioritize and enjoy what matters most in your unique, crazy, messy, adventure-seeking homeschool!

Quick reminder. With Fall approaching and the leaves changing, we are excited to announce the release of our Free Ultimate Family Camping/Outdoor Checklist! Nathan and I have been camping for years with and without kids. So we put together this checklist in hopes to help other families wanting to get out and camp more. See link below for download.

If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.
 We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have.
 Visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com
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Thank you for listening!

Show Notes
Tiffany's You Tube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX4kIkTReTyxmKpOLZqxfEQ

Instagram: @ hinterlife_homeschool 
                         @ learnfreely.app

Freely: https://www.learnfreely.app/

Book mentioned:
The Call of The Wild and Free: https://amzn.to/2YwTY2o

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109


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Welcome! Today is the final part of a 3 Part mini series on Homeschool and Toddlers. Be sure to listen to Part 1 & 2 first as we discuss the struggles during this developmental stage as well as peak times to get the core subjects done when homeschooling and ways to include the toddler in your school day. Joining us our Anita's sisters, Nina and Paulette (aka 'Polly'). On this episode we speak on what to do with your toddler when they are not having quiet time and do not want to take part in school with the others. We discuss ways to keep them busy, homeschool hacks, and clutter. We hope you enjoy and join us next week for a new episode! Check out our YouTube channel for a few yummy recipes and follow us on Instagram. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you would like to hear send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com.
Thanks for listening.

Show Notes:
1.Busy Toddler-  https://busytoddler.com/2017/07/playing-preschool-homeschool-preschool/

2.Other Goose-  https://othergoose.com/support-faq/

3.The Homegrown Preschooler-  https://www.thehomegrownpreschooler.com/

4.Happy Brown House (Busy Bags) -  https://happybrownhouse.com/busy-bags-kids-will-love/

5. The Peaceful Preschool- https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/the-peaceful-preschool

6. Mommy & Me Preschool- https://www.mommyandmepreschool.com/order-388131771588766385261

Today is Part 2 of a 3 Part mini series on Homeschool and Toddlers. Be sure to listen to Part 1 first where we discuss the struggles during the toddler years. Joining us our Anita's sisters, Nina and Paulette. On this episode we speak about what toddlers need during this developmental stage. We also speak on homeschooling with toddlers in the mix. We discuss pointers on the prime times to get the core subjects done during your school day as well as ways to involve your toddler during learning time. We hope you enjoy and come back next week for Part 3.  Please check out our YouTube channel as well.  Nina has made some great videos of healthy treats that you can make with the kids.  Also follow us on Instagram. If you have any questions or comments send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening.    

This is a 3 part series discussing raising and homeschooling with toddlers.  We had two special guests with us for this. Paulette and Nina who are Anita's sisters.  Paulette is a high school math teacher who has found herself working from home and taking care of two toddlers and Nina is a military spouse with 3 children under the age of 7.  Nina is new to homeschooling and just started teaching her 6 year old from home. In this episode we discuss the struggles that arise with toddlers during this developmental stage and all the funny things that can occur.  In part 2 & 3, we will discuss how to effectively teach with distractions and get the most out of your homeschooling day.  We hope you enjoy and come back next week for Part 2.  Please check out our YouTube channel as well.  Nina has made some great videos of healthy treats that you can make with the kids (the peanut butter cups are amazing).  Also follow us on Instagram. If you have any questions or comments send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening.    

This week we discuss thankfulness and gratitude in uncertain times.  We talk about how it is up to you to be thankful for all the things in your life.  Even in hard times there are always things to be grateful for because we are all blessed in many ways.  We asked family and friends to tell us a little about how things have changed for them and what they are still thankful for.  Each one recorded their own thoughts and shared them with us. Gratefulness is a mindset and it is your choice on how you want to approach this difficult situation.  Do you want to be the light that shines in others lives or do you want to be the one who exudes pity and despair.  We challenge you to be the light.  We hope you enjoy and that it reminds you of what you are all thankful for, even the little things that each day brings.  Homeschooling has taught us to enjoy the little moments and we hope that you can do the same.  Join us on Instagram to post something each day that you are grateful for with #7daysofgratitude2020. 

Show Notes:

28 Benefits of Gratitude & Most Significant Research Findings:  https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-gratitude-research-questions/

Happy documentary available on Prime TV

Today we pick up where we left off last week.  We are discussing creating healthy eating habits for your family.  We have some listener feedback and suggestions on how to make some great tasting healthy alternatives, the importance of not only healthy eating habits but cooking together, and the lasting impact that eating as a family can have. We encourage you to make cooking a family affair, and to make sure that dinner is a daily tradition.  What better time then now to start these traditions if you don't already.  If you have any other suggestions or ideas from this show or future shows let us know.  We would love to hear from you. Thank you for joining us and we will see you again next week. You can follow us on
         
1) Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/homeschool_project_podcast/

2) YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFM--DCKtJLvSxRdjNzMa8w?view_as=subscriber . 

3) Email - thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com

Show Notes:

1) Ninas Chick Pea Choclate Chip Muffins - https://youtu.be/-AvNflQjRbc

2) Northeast Ohio Parent - https://www.northeastohioparent.com/parenting/clemama-answers-to-parents-common-food-and-health-questions/

3) Young Chefs Academy - https://youngchefsacademy.com/

4) Raddish Kids - https://www.raddishkids.com/

5) Kids Cook Real Food  - https://kidscookrealfood.com/kids-cook-real-food-ecourse/

In this 2 part episode we discuss how to create healthy eating habits for your family.  We talk about the research based benefits, the importance of creating healthy habits during childhood, and tips on grocery shopping for the family as well as meal planning for our hectic lives!  We hope that you enjoy. 
Please email us at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmai.com with any questions, or suggestions for a future episode.  You can also reach out to us on Instagram or Facebook.  Show notes below:

YouTube video for a healthy pancake mentioned in the show - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhzBg6SYh1I&t=4s

1) Your brain on food - https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/nutritional-psychiatry-your-brain-on-food-201511168626

2) How nutrition  affects teens mental health - https://health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/2018-05-10/how-nutrition-affects-teens-mental-health

3) Foods linked to better health - https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/foods-linked-to-better-brainpower

4) The Mediterranean diet - https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/mediterranean-diet/art-20047801

5) Another article on the Mediterranean diet https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/mediterranean-diet/

6) Kids health - https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/brain.html

Many people have found themselves thrust into homeschooling.  It can be overwhelming and scary. You are now in some way responsible for your child's education.  Take a deep breath and relax.  The homeschooling community is very giving  and always willing to help.  So today we speak with Anita's sister Paulette who is a high school math teacher.  We discuss how some schools are dealing with COVID-19 and how you can deal with remote learning and having your children in your home when they would normally be at school.  Remember, we are all in the same boat and we will get through this together.  Hang in there.  Please follow our podcast and share with friends.  You can also find us on Instagram at homeschool_project_podcast . Hope you enjoy. 

Resources:

The Kahn Academy - https://www.khanacademy.org/

IXL - https://www.ixl.com/

All in One Homeschool - https://allinonehomeschool.com/

Ducksters - https://www.ducksters.com/

Discovery Education - https://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Reading Eggs - https://readingeggs.com/

ABC Mouse - https://www.abcmouse.com/

Adventure Academy - https://www.adventureacademy.com

(For ABC Mouse and Adventure Academy use School Code SCHOOL1446 for a free account during school closure)

ABC Ya - https://www.abcya.com/

Beast Academy - https://beastacademy.com/

CNN 10 - https://www.cnn.com/cnn10

Today we speak about COVID-19.  We talk about some of the facts that we know of now, some of the precautions we can all take, and some of the measures that are being taken worldwide.  We discuss the domino effect of the national emergency, our similar experiences with the hurricanes in Florida, and some great ideas and resources for not only homeschooling families but those that have been thrust into the homeschooling world.  We know that this is a very serious and stressful situation for many but we also want to make sure that people are keeping level heads and keeping their humanity.  Panicking and altering the way that we treat people is not the answer.  Lets all get through this together and maybe, just maybe, some great things will come from this.  Families being together and realizing how precious this time together is and also how fragile the world as we know it really is.  Have a great week and enjoy your family.  Helpful Links Below

This Video is a reminder of how powerful community is - https://youtu.be/Q734VN0N7hw

World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses

CDC:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html

Discovery Education:https://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Museum virtual tours: https://upgradedpoints.com/best-virtual-museum-tours/

Art:https://www.chalkpastel.com/
https://www.deepspacesparkle.com/

Science Fun:https://www.science-sparks.com/https://mysteryscience.com/school-closure-planning

https://www.raddishkids.com/pages/suddenlyhomeschoolinghttps://www.khanacademy.org/

https://www.historyforkids.net/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/

Bravewriter:https://bravewriter.com/about/homebound

Scholastic:https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html

Blogs/articles:https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/columnists/nancy-kaffer/2020/03/13/coronavirus-school-closure-michigan-homeschool-whitmer/5039979002/

https://countingcures.com/2020/03/14/welcome-home-school/

https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2020/3/13/21178234/coronavirus-covid-19-school-closures-kids-home

This is the second half of our conversation about the Flu season.  We have Anita's sister Paulette on via Zoom from sunny Florida.  We talk about the flu, how bedtime routine takes forever, wearing old clothes, and some other random things.  We hope you enjoy and thanks for listening.  If you enjoy listening tell a friend, subscribe, and tune in next week for a new episode.  Have a great week. Follow us on Instagram at Homeschool Project Podcast.

Today is part 1 of our conversation about the joys of flu season. We have a special guest with us via Zoom, Anita's sister Paulette.  We discuss the sickness that wreaked havoc on our household this year, attempting to homeschool throughout, Paulette's own hilarious struggles with germs, and other topics as we went down the rabbit hole of conversation.  Part 2 will be released next week.  It went on a little to long for one episode so we split it up.  We hope you enjoy.  If you have any questions or comments send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com or  on Instagram at homeschool_project_podcast .  

Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today for Bite Size Wednesdays, I'm sharing on the one tool that has helped our homeschool the most- reading aloud.  I hope you find this helpful and remember to download the link below if you are new and wanting a free Getting Started Packet! And if you would like to share something for Bite Size Wednesdays, please be sure to email us. We would love to hear what bite size tips others have to share.

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Show Notes
Episode 10 The Amazing Power of Reading Aloud: https://www.buzzsprout.com/777311/2730862 

The Read Aloud Revival: Read-Aloud Revival - Read-Aloud Revival with Sarah Mackenzie (readaloudrevival.com)

Book Mentioned:
The Read-Aloud Family: https://amzn.to/3DiRwee

Ongoing Community Support:
Our Free Homeschool Getting Started Packet: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/guide-to-getting-started-packet-1.pdf

Our Free Ultimate Family Camping / Outdoor Checklist: https://thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/camping-checklist-2.pdf

The Waldock Way: https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/

Wild Learning Curriculum: https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927

All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109

The Music Podcast for Kids Learning Package - https://themusicpodcastforkids.podia.com/premiumvoulumone/wguqi

Big Life Journal - https://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1417


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 Today we discuss Northeast Ohio Happening for the month of March.  We have done some research and found some amazing events and activities in our area.  We hope that all our neighbors can enjoy some of the things that we found and if your not from here we hope it inspires you to find some fun things to do wherever you are from.  If you have any questions or suggestions email us at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at homeschool_project_podcast.  We hope you enjoy and all links are below.  

1. March 1st: Last performance of Charlotte's Web at The Fine Arts Association in Willoughby. Tickets were going quickly. They range from $10-$17 https://boxoffice.diamondticketing.com/fineartsassc/seats  
2. : Blippi Live at Akron Civic Theater. Blippi has a show on Amazon and YouTube.  https://www.akroncivic.com/shows/180 
3. : Dr. Seuss Day at Brecksville Reservation. https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/calendar/2020/bnc/brecksville/march/dr-seuss-day 
4. Kids Carnival - https://patch.com/ohio/avon-oh/calendar/event/20190224/293798/free-kids-carnival
5. 6th North Chagrin Reservation is having their Family Friday Night on The Science of Maple  https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/calendar/2020/ncnc/ncr/march/family-friday-night-the-science-of-maple-sugar 
6. Healthy Kids Day at Rocket Mortgage in Cleveland - https://www.rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com/group/detail/2020-greater-cleveland-ymca-healthy-kids-day/ 
7. Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine will be presenting 'Camp & Summer Programs Fair' at Crocker Park in Westlake. -Free admission - https://www.northeastohioparen<

Today is our Book Nook Book Review.  We discuss 52 Days by Camel written by Lawrie Raskin.  The book is based on the authors travels through the Sahara desert and parts of Africa.  It is packed with so many great moments along with opportunities to learn about a different culture.  We enjoyed reading with our children about the Salt Mines, Camel Caravans, Blue Men of Africa, and so much more.  52 Days by Camel is a great addition to the family book case.  We have attached some great videos below to go along with the reading.  If you have any questions or comments you can reach us at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com and on Instagram at homeschool_project_podcast . We hope you enjoy and if you do share the podcast with friends. 


Salt Mines Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZ1eQ99Triw

Desert Bread Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnaCrIvytg4

Sand Bread Recipe - https://www.food.com/recipe/sahara-sand-bread-for-bread-machine-187536

Bedouin Tea Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rSu2me0YLo

Bedouin Coffee Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMmA8bEBPuw

Sandstorm Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3dpP5Am3OU

National Geographic Mapmaker - https://mapmaker.nationalgeographic.org/

Today we discuss the amazing power of reading aloud.  We talk about the tremendous benefits from simply reading to your children.  There are so many positives that have been found from the act of listening to stories as a child.  It is a key in their mental development and builds their imagination which will serve them well as they grow.  Turn off the electronics and put down the phones.  Pick up a book and read together as a family and travel to distant countries, meet world leaders, and blast into far away galaxies.  All these adventures are just a turn of the page.  If you have any questions or comments send us an email at thehomeschoolprojectpodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at homeschool_project_podcast  We hope you enjoy.


"Reading with children starting in infancy gives lasting literacy boost" - https://www.aappublications.org/news/2017/05/04/PASLiteracy050417

Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report - https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/KFRR/TheRiseOfReadAloud/KFRR_The%20Rise%20of%20Read%20Aloud.pdf

Home Education by Charlotte M. Mason - https://books.google.com/books?id=i0hC5PiskJoC&pg=PA153&dq=children+should+have+the+joy+of+living+in+far+lands,+in+other+persons,+at+other+times-+a+delightful+double+existence;+and+this+joy+they+will+find,+for+the+most+part,+in+their+storybooks&hl=en&newbks=1&newbks_redir=0&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj6t9rxpa_nAhWKGc0KHat5CIYQ6AEwAHoECAAQAg#v=onepage&q=children%20should%20have%20the%20joy%20of%20living%20in%20far%20lands%2C%20in%20other%20persons%2C%20at%20other%20times-%20a%20delightful%20double%20existence%3B%20and%20this%20joy%20they%20will%20find%2C%20for%20the%20most%20part%2C%20in%20their%20storybooks&f=false

Story Time From Space - https://storytimefromspace.com/

Hands On Is Minds On - http://www.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3751901

Read-Aloud Revival - https://readaloudrevival.com/

Northeast Ohio Parent - https://www.northeastohioparent.com/education/pre-literacy-skills-for-preschoolers/?fbclid=IwAR03XQsSbCyV3R0ZyETOHp4EWxSlWl76EytnlDKyF5EbZ5d6nDDkMSHqiL0

52 Days By Camel - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1554511364/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nromeo-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1554511364&linkId=df5d43740fbcfad88ce70318ad349ec0

Amazon Audible - https://amzn.to/2Sqju3v


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