Some studies say that one in five kids has some form of dyslexia. Today I talk about some signs that might make you want to take a closer look, especially if your child is struggling to learn to read. Links: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/165314/overcoming-dyslexia-by-sally-shaywitz-md-and-jonathan-shaywitz-md https://www.dyslexia.com/book/the-gift-of-dyslexia/ Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or at my email bjornfam@comcast.net

Happy New Year to you all! Please take a moment to hear today's short announcement regarding the podcast!

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Sadly, tight budgets can scare some families away from homeschooling. But here's the good news: it doesn't have to be expensive. Today I talk about some simple ways to keep those costs down! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or at my email bjornfam@comcast.net Links: hoopladigital.com kanopy.com/en

Don't let yourself be intimidated by teaching very beginning writing skills! Today's episode shows you how to make it simple and fun for you AND the kids!

Resources:

https://www.thoughtco.com/first-grade-writing-prompts-4174103

https://www.journalbuddies.com/prompts-by-grade/writing-prompts-for-first-grade

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Today I interview my daughter Amy, who talks about her passion for photography and how from an early age she knew she wanted to grow it into a business. Homeschooling gave her the time and opportunities she needed to pursue her dream!

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Join me today for a look at the question most homeschooling families do NOT worry about and why!

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Happy New Year to all! Today's episode is a chance for you to look back... what have been YOUR blessings and challenges in 2021? 

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Today's episode is a retelling of the famous children's Christmas poem. Enjoy! Merry Christmas to all! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast

Today I offer some tips for turning your kids' hearts toward the Christ Child during this busy season. Listed below are some of the resources I talk about.

Fisher Price Little People nativity set

Fontanini nativity set

"The Little Lamb of Bethlehem" by Margaret Tempest 

"The Friendly Beasts" an old English Christmas Carol with illustrations by Tomie de Paola

 “If Jesus Came to My House” by Joan Gale Thomas

 “The Christ Child” by Maud and Miska Petersham.

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Today I talk about those precious moments that arise unexpectedly in our ordinary homeschool days! 

Today I interview Olivia who talks about the amazing learning that goes on when you read to your toddlers. Listed below are some of her favorite picks! 

 The Day God Made You  -Rory Feek

Bunny Roo, I Love You  -Melissa Marr 

Each Peach Pear Plum  -Janet and Allan Ahlberg

Red Wagon  -Renata Liwska

If you Give a Pig a Pancake  -Laura Numeroff 

The Complete Collection of Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes

The Very Hungry Caterpillar  -Eric Carle

Five Little Monkeys  -Eileen Christelow 

What Makes a Rainbow  -Betty Schwartz (good for learning colors!)

Give thanks to Him! Bless His name!

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Today I encourage you to recognize and take advantage of your kids’ unique learning styles.  Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast

Today's episode picks up from where I left off last week in offering my responses to a recent online forum for critics of homeschooling. Here's what they said... and what I'd like to share with them from my 28 years of experience.

https://stemeducationguide.com/why-people-look-down-on-homeschooling/

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Today I interview my friend Diana who talks about the experience of putting some of her children into a traditional school setting. Find out how she realized that homeschooling was the best fit for her family after all. Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast

Today I address this common fear and give you three good reasons not only why you CAN teach but also why you’ll be your child’s BEST teacher! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast

On today's episode I take a look at the Proverbs 31 woman in light of our chosen vocation as homeschooling moms. Listen to God's reminders and blessings for you in this well-known passage! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast

Today I interview Molly, homeschooling mom of six, who talks about finding beauty in a simple back-to-basics lifestyle in her homeschool family. You'll be inspired by her sweet and practical insights. Resources Molly recommends: https://heartscontentfarmhouse.com/ten-days-to-a-simpler-life-at-home https://www.youtube.com/c/FarmhouseonBoone/featured https://theelliotthomestead.com/2015/10/homeschool-on-the-homestead https://www.amazon.com/Restoration-Christian-Culture-John-Senior/dp/1932528164

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 Yes, movies can be a fabulous tool in your homeschooling. Today I talk about some of our family favorites for inspiring teens to greatness!   Films referenced: The Scarlet and the Black  Man for all Seasons  The Robe  Molokai (1999)  Treasure Island (1990) Swiss Family Robinson (1960)  The Sound of Music  Les Miserables (2012)  Lord of the Rings movies  Little Women (1949)  National Velvet (1944)  Mrs. Miniver (1942)  It's a Wonderful Life (1946)  Sense and Sensibility (1995)  Pride and Prejudice mini-series (1995)  Emma (1995)  Cinderella (2015)  Websites referenced:  yearroundhomeschooling.com/100-movies-that-build-character  deeprootsathome.com/wholesome-classic-movies-for-the-whole-family   Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast 

Today I talk about some fabulous video and audio resources to help you train up your children in the way they should go! These are all favorites in our family! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Sources mentioned: Veggie Tales CCC of America Saints and Heroes Superbooks Little Bear movie and show Your Story Hour (audio) Focus on the Family Radio Theater (audio)

Virtue training... our most important job as parents. Today I talk about some of my favorite resources for instilling good character in your children. Resources are listed below! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast "Picture Book of Saints" by Rev. Lawrence Lovasik "Saints Chronicles Collection" Volumes 1-5 Vision Books Saint Series "Book of Virtues" edited by William Bennett "Children's Book of Virtues" edited by William Bennett

My daughter Rose talks today about the delights of learning science along with her children. The great news is that little kids are natural-born scientists! Their curiosity drives them to want to learn all about the world around them, and that makes your job easy, Mom! Just be ready for lots of questions!

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Homeschooling is a hard job, and we all hit roadblocks now and then. How to hang in there when you have a tough day. Remember that it's all part of your family's beautiful journey.

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If I could go back in time to the beginning of my homeschooling journey, I would post these decrees on my kitchen wall!

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Frequent news stories note the significant increase in homeschooling over the past several years. But not everyone is on board! A recent online forum asked people for honest critiques of the choice to educate kids at home. Here's what they said... and what I'd like to share with them from my 28 years of experience.

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Today I interview Stephanie who talks about the practicalities of being confident in her choice to homeschool while also recognizing the value of  looking to others for help. Steph is a great resource for young moms on her own podcast called 500 Seconds to Joy. Check it out! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolingjourneypodcast

Today I look at 3 biggies! Why it's so important to make a plan now for those inevitable distractions that can derail your homeschool. 

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Today I talk about why you should resist the urge to feel like it's "all on you". Listen for more encouragement as you start the new school year. Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

  Today's episode is a quick reminder that flexibility in your homeschooling can save you a lot of frustration!

Getting ready to begin a new school year?  It's time for a few simple tips to think about as you prepare. Today I talk about the joy of learning right alongside your children.

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Today Rose joins me for a fun interview about how easy it is to bring the joy of poetry to your children and the surprising benefits she's noticing. Sources mentioned in today's episode are: The Daily Poem Podcast;  The Harp and Laurel Wreath by Laura Berquist;  A Children's Garden of Verses  by Robert Louis Stevenson; When We Were Very Young and other poetry books by A.A. Milne

This is an important question to ask yourself, whether you're new to homeschooling or not. Join me today for a look at the pros and cons!

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Today's episode is a tribute to the men who support us! We can't do it without you. You are our heroes!

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Today's episode is a homeschooling pep talk! If you're asking yourself whether you're doing enough, you probably are! Wondering if it counts? It probably does!  You. Are. Enough.

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Celebrate!

Ever had one of those days when nothing seems to go right? When all you can think about is giving up? Well, haven't we all! Today's SUPER-SHORT episode is a beautiful reminder for you to take heart! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or at my email bjornfam@comcast.net

Today I continue a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child.

I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia.

Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David

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Today I continue a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child.

I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia.

Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David

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Today I start a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child.   I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia.  Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

Today I interview my friend Regina who explains what led her to withdraw her children from the public school and why this year has been such a blessing to her family! If you're new to homeschooling or just thinking about it, this is for you!

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Does making lesson plans overwhelm you? Today's episode gives you some tried and true tips for keeping it simple.

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It's almost time for that much-needed homeschooling summer break. Why you and your kids benefit so much from the more relaxed pace! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

It’s so much easier than you could imagine! Today's episode is especially for those of you who may be anxious about teaching your child to read. My sweet daughter-in-law Molly talks about her simple and fun approach to one of the best parts of homeschooling. Resources for today's episode: ABeka Letters and Sounds; Bob Books; Teach Your Child To Read in 100 Easy Lessons; Montessori Method  I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions?  Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at bjornfam@comcast.net

Overwhelmed by teaching Language Arts? Today I break it down for you and talk about some fabulous curriculum choices I've used over the years. Source Links:  https://www.christianbook.com/abeka-language-writing-grammar-third-edition/pd/298752?event=CPOF  https://www.christianbook.com/great-editing-adventure-student-volume-1/9781880892763/pd/277003?event=ESRCP https://www.christianbook.com/wordly-wise-3000-book-student-edition/9780838877029/pd/877030?event=Homeschool|1003990 https://www.christianbook.com/reading-detective-beginning-grades-3-4/9780894557699/pd/471506?event=ESRCG

Rose joins me again today to give practical tips for schooling several little ones! Yes, you can do this!

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Do you have a reluctant reader? Get past those stumbling blocks to reading great classic books!

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We moms tend to worry about the areas where our kids struggle. But let's turn things around and talk about identifying and nuturing their God-given strengths.

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Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Play-Their-Strengths-Approach-Parenting/dp/0736976175

Listen in today for ideas on how you can get those crucial time-outs to recharge your momma batteries!   

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How to Stay Away from Comparison in your Homeschooling!

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Are your children or a friend's children struggling with distance learning? Listen in to today's talk!

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