Little by Little Homeschool - Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family

Homeschooling is very uniqe from the classroom setting because...hint, hint...you aren't trying to recreate that, but you most likely have multiple children at different ages and abilities. All sitting (maybe) and looking at you for direction. And there is only one of you! {Or two if you count Dad.} How in the world are you supposed to teach one child to read, the other how to write a paragraph, and another mathematical order of operations? And at the very same time! I've got you. This was me for many years of homeschooling. But, I found some tips that helped me to actually accomplish our goals and keep my sanity too. You'll walk away from this episode with ideas that you can begin to implement immediately and see results soon too! ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 284. Skill Subjects vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?    294. Public School Is All About Grade Levels But How Should Homeschoolers Approach It?    250. Help Your Children Fall In Love With Homeschooling: Education Doesn't Have To Be Boring    239. 5 Habits That A Busy Homeschool Mom Needs to Ditch Today   

You are most likely a first generation homeschool mom wishing and hoping that someday your children will see the sacrifice and the effort you put into homeschooling and discipling them.  And maybe part of you is praying that your children will grow up to be parents who want to homeschool their children...your grandchildren! Today's guest, Kirsten Vossler, from Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast is going to give you a glimpse into what that looks like. Kirsten's parents homeschooled her and the impact it made on her life is still rippling. As if that topic wasn't enough, Kirsten shares how she and her husband focus on discipleship in their home, along with the practicality of homeschooling with babies and toddlers in our arms. Grab that load of laundry that needs to be folded and settle in for a positive episode that will keep you inspired! ♥Leigh   Kirsten's website: https://kirstenvossler.com   Instagram: https://instagram.com/rejoicinginmotherhood   Podcast: Rejoicing in Motherhood-- available everywhere! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rejoicing-in-motherhood-christian-moms-spirit-filled/id1564875161   Freebie: 5 Ways to Increase Your Joy Level Today https://exceptional-producer-615.ck.page/43297fa292     Leigh on Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast       DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 72. Why Sending Your Child to Preschool is Unnecessary and How to Homeschool Preschool    83. The Biggest Excuses Parents Make Against Homeschooling Their Children and The Real Reason They Say No   145. Save Time Each Homeschool Morning--How to Beat the Crazy Rush and Have a Calm Start to the Day    178. 10 Ways to Set Up Your Daily Homeschool Schedule 

Is fighting and arguing a regular occurence in your home? Are you trying to maintain the peace in your home and encourage good relationships among your children? Do you desire for your homeschool children to be the best of friends as adults? Well, it all starts and ends with mom and dad. You get to choose what this looks like in your home during their childhood. Eventually, they will make their own choices, but those can be greatly affected by their upbringing. I'm sharing from my own personal experience of changing the story when it comes to sibling relationships and how my husband and I helped to ensure great friendships among our children, all in today's episode. ♥Leigh   JOIN THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 10. How to NOT Dread Parenting and Homeschooling the Teen Years: 4 Steps to Being Intentional Before the Teenage Years    88. Homeschool Teens and Friends: How to Balance Their Need For Friendship With Your Family’s Goals    140. Break the Phone Addiction: Stop Letting It Control Your Homeschool Day    172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the Time   

"What grade are you in?" It's such a super common question in our society. Most people don't even flinch when they hear it. And kids in public school quickly give an answer.  But, if you've ever asked a homeschooler this question, some of them freeze like a deer in headlights. Others may slowly give a reply. Either way, it isn't a super prevalent question in the homeschool world. What does this mean for the homeschool mom though? Today's episode is going to walk you through the meaning behind grade levels and give you lots of ideas on how to approach this with your homeschooled children. ♥Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 74. Homeschooling With Toddlers and Preschoolers Around: Practical Tips to Succeed in the Homeschool Day with Young Children    145. Save Time Each Homeschool Morning--How to Beat the Crazy Rush and Have a Calm Start to the Day    189. Recordkeeping Through All the Homeschool Years: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know   

Just like life, homeschooling has it's ups and downs. It can be so hard at times and that's when we wonder if, as moms, we're actually cut out for it. Today's guest, Meg Thomas, of Called to Homeschool is here to share with you just what you should do when homeschool feels hard. And how about those days you think that you're going to lose your mind? Well, she's got something to say about that too. Grab that load of laundry that needs folded and let the kids play a little longer and listen in on this conversation! ♥ Leigh   Meg's website: www.coachmegthomas.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-to-homeschool/id1456539406 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmegthomas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachmegthomas YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzMwB9lH7UvLX0VUdKLhfUg     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 109. In What Way Should A Homeschool Mom Respond to A Negative Attitude? A Few Solutions To Tackle This Common Challenge    138. My Top 3 Daily Habits That Keep Me On Track As A Busy Homeschool Mom   175. Discovering Your Purpose in Homeschool--What You Really Need to Focus On!    224. What Year Round Homeschooling Can Look Like And How It Can Be The Answer To All Your Bad Days 

When you were little and thought about what you wanted "to be" when you grew up, homeschool mom probably wasn't top of the list. Or maybe not even on the list! But, here you are: a homeschool mom. Not only are you responsible for all the regular motherhood duties, now you've got education on your to-do list. I totally get it. It was never a part of my plan. And yet, here I am, a homeschool mom who wouldn't trade this role for anything. And I want you to come that very same conclusion. Today's episode will draw on my own personal journey in hopes that it will help you to embrace the homeschool lifestyle. ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 134. Are You An Introvert or Extrovert Homeschool Mom? Why It Matters and How It Affects Your Homeschooling    158. You Don’t Have to Lose Yourself in Homeschooling Any Longer! Find Out How to Grow in This Season    192.Get the Balance You Want in Your Motherhood, Marriage, and Homeschool: Is It Possible to Be Content?    234. How Our Family Has Lived On A Single Income For Over 20 Years And Thrived 

You're probably totally on board with your homeschool not needing to resemble a public school schedule. But, you have curriculum, goals, and great ideas that you want to make sure you actually get to. Do you need to buy a planner? Get super organized with a calendar? Write out detailed plans? Wing it every day? Well, it really depends. I'm sharing five options with you today. Take a few notes and then think about what you've learned and decide what will serve your family best this homeschool year.  ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 77. 3 Steps to Set Up Your Homeschool Calendar and Be Successful at Planning and Carrying Through With It    187. How to Go From Inconsistent in Your Homeschool to Actually Carrying Through With Your Plans    279. Back To School: How To Choose The Right Homeschool Curriculum For This Year    284. Skill Subjects Vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?  

What does it look like to change your view of learning? Most likely, you went to school. And that helped to shape your understanding of education. But now, you're hearing people talk about school and education and how it can look different. The benefits sound just like what you'd like for your children. And you're ready to take those next steps. You're in luck! I've got that very thing for you in today's episode. Let's make some big changes in the way you homeschool, but in a little by little way that creates new ways of viewing education. ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How To Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing    284. Skill Subjects Vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?   283. When Your Why For Homeschooling Is Bigger Than Academics: Yvette Hampton Of Schoolhouse Rocked On Creating A Discipleship Focused Homeschool    260. Is Any Of What You Are Doing in Homeschooling and Motherhood Worth It? Take A Glimpse Into Your Future    36. 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling: What My Public School Education Didn’t Tell Me 

Every day as a homeschool mom can be full with the regular to-do list, home education, activities, experiences, meeting personal goals, and so on and so on. This requires you to be fully present and on for all that is happening in your day. But, with a full day and many needs to meet, it can easily and quickly deplete even the most energetic homeschool mom. To be honest, I failed in this area of having enough energy each (or most) days for too many years. I didn't know what I know now. If I could go back, I would definitely want a do-over in this area because I can see how not having enough energy led to me being tired and grumpy. Today's episode is all about 6 ways you can re-claim your energy and feel ready to take on the homeschool day! ♥ Leigh     GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 157. Simple Steps to Make Positive Changes in Your Health As a Homeschool Mom    173. A Simple and Sustainable Approach to Health and Fitness For the Homeschool Mom with Evgenia Arasim of At Nourished Motherhood    242. Unlearning Diet Culture and Discovering Weight Loss In My 40's: Training For My Old Lady Body   240. How To Overcome Mom Anger And Have More Patience With Your Homeschool Children With Elizabeth Andreyevskiy of Emotionally Health Legacy 

We don't have to homeschool alone. Yes, it's just mom doing the day in and day out of mothering and home educating the children. But we can learn so much from each other. None of us will homeschool exactly the same way, but some of the best things happened in my homeschool when I learned from other moms. Today's guest, Katie Hedrick from Joy at Home podcast is truly an encouragement to mothers. She and her husband felt the call to homeschool and made that big adjustment in their lives a few years ago. Now, she is homeschooling three children in all three of the different education age ranges and she has so much to share with you. Pull up a seat at the table as we have a fun conversation! ♥ Leigh   Katie's website: https://katiehedrick.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joy-at-home-homeschool-christian-mom-homeschooling/id1519279335 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielynnhedrick/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsKatieHedrick       GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 241. Can You Successfully Homeschool On A Budget? 8 Ideas To Help Your Family    250. Help Your Children Fall In Love With Homeschooling: Education Doesn't Have To Be Boring    256. Keeping Your Eyes On the Big Picture And End Goal of Homeschooling    275. 5 Tips On How To Increase Your Patience With Your Homeschooled Children

Eek! Today is the day that I can finally spill the beans! And invite you to the very first Little by Little Homeschool Conference. This announcement has been a year in the making when my heart first began to stir with this desire to gather together. There have been ups and downs and a lot of God telling me to wait on his timing. And now here we are today...inviting you to join me, some amazing speakers, and other incredible homeschool moms for a day that is going to fill you up! Details are in this episode, as well as at www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference Hope to see you there! ♥ Leigh   GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 246. The Truth About Why Homeschooling Has To Be Your Most Important Priority In This Season of Life    254. If I Could Have A Complete Do Over Of Homeschool, What Would I Change? Lessons Learned Over 13 Years of Homeschooling    264. The Truth About Why It Isn't Easier To Put Your Home Educated Children In School    282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How Tp Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing 

What if homeschool is also about learning how to navigate the world? I think many families are starting to realize this. Sure, there is much to gain from curriculum, but kids are so open to learning and we can open the world to them by being intentional about teaching them life skills. Most of us went to school and our days were filled up for all of those formative years. And then, poof...we were expected to navigate the real world. I remember feeling lost in so many areas because I hadn't been fully prepared for life out on my own. But, as homeschool parents, we can use these years and the time we have with our children at home to teach them the ins and outs of of life. I've got a jam-packed episode for you today. Grab a pen and paper and get ready to take some quick notes! ♥ Leigh   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint      Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 153. The Worst 4 Mistakes You Must Avoid In Your Homeschool: Confessions From A Veteran Homeschooler    179. It’s Your First Year Of Homeschool: 4 Tips I Wish I Knew From Day One    220. I Love Being With My Homeschooled Kids But The Teaching Part Makes Me Frustrated And Angry    256. Keeping Your Eyes On the Big Picture And End Goal of Homeschooling   

Normally, I keep my opinions about most homeschool topics to myself because we all need to come to our own conclusions. We each need to do what is best for our child, knowing there is no right or wrong way to homeschool, as long as each family is being true to their vision and goals. But now that we've been chatting here on the podcast for over 2 years, I thought a little candid breakdown of my thoughts on a few "controversial" homeschool topics would be fun. Remember, we're all friends here and this is purely my take on things. You can have a completely opposite opinion and we can both still homeschool and be friends. Are you ready to add a little spice? Well, it's all right here in this episode! ♥ Leigh     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 27. Homeschool Co-Ops: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly--Should Your Family Join or Avoid?    28. Why Parents Shouldn’t Focus on the Best Homeschool Program for a Child and What You Should Do Instead    73. Hope for the Homeschool Mom Who Is Questioning Her Decision to Homeschool Her Children    91. How to Know Once and For All That You Are Doing Enough in Your Homeschool 

As a homeschool mom, it can often feel intimidating to hear the jargon of the academic world. It can make you feel like you don't know enough to home educate your child. I felt that same way too. And it's my goal in today's episode to give you clear explanations for skill and content subjects. Then, we'll talk more in-depth on what this looks like in your homeschool family. Why does this matter? Because I know that your confidence will build when you begin to learn the terms and definitions that you'll hear tossed around within educational circles. But, more than that: once you know the information in today's episode, you'll have the freedom to homeschool with so much more joy. ♥ Leigh   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 259. The Different Types of Homeschool Moms: Which One Are You?    275. 5 Tips On How To Increase Your Patience With Your Homeschooled Children    277. 15 Benefits of Homeschooling You May Not Realize in 15 Minutes   

The first question most homeschool families ask is something about curriculum and the academic part of home education. Sure, that has it's place. But, what if it isn't the most important thing about these years with your children at home? Today's guest, Yvette Hampton, of Schoolhouse Rocked is sharing what she discovered on her journey as a new homeschool mom. Her encouragement of shifting your why and focus, along with her candid answers about the ups and downs of being a homeschool mom is going to be just what you need as you kick off this school year. Grab that pile of laundry that needs to be folded and pop those earbuds in because I've got a treat for you today! ♥ Leigh   Yvette's website: https://schoolhouserocked.com Podcast Link: https://schoolhouserocked.com/the-schoolhouse-rocked-podcast/  Facebook Page Link: https://www.facebook.com/SchoolhouseRocked Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/schoolhouse_rocked/ Pinterest Link: https://www.pinterest.com/Schoolhouse_Rocked/ YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9fmNhPsTZ7LwZFc99SmYIA  Schoolhouse Rocked Movie: https://schoolhouserockedmovie.com       DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 51. How to Create a Homeschool Vision and Goals and Why These Help to Choose Your Curriculum    74. Homeschooling With Toddlers and Preschoolers Around: Practical Tips to Succeed in the Homeschool Day with Young Children    100. Why the Reasons You Are Homeschooling Matters and How To Figure That Out...Plus, Let’s Celebrate!    138. My Top 3 Daily Habits That Keep Me On Track As A Busy Homeschool Mom 

So much about homeschool has to do with our children. And rightly so. But, did you know that when homeschool parents have the right perspective, it trickles down to their children? And then homeschool becomes more enjoyable for the entire family! One of the major sticking points for moms and dads is the relearning of what education really can be. We have years of indoctrination and conditioning to work through. But, today's episode is going to give you the place to start...along with where to continue to circle back to when you get off track. Let's learn together how to deschool so you can create an amazing homeschool! ♥ Leigh     DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome   Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto   Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 36. 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling: What My Public School Education Didn’t Tell Me    40. 3 Reasons Why You Are the Best Teacher For Your Child and Why You Don’t Have to Outsource Their Education    66. Two Essential Homeschool Approaches Every Mom Needs to Know Because it Will Completely Change Your Child’s Education    169. Unschooling: Why This Style of Homeschooling Is On the Rise and the Main Focus of This Type of Education    250. Help Your Children Fall In Love With Homeschooling: Education Doesn't Have To Be Boring 

24 hours in a day, 7 days a week for 365 days a year and that is a lot of time to fill up, but also not a lot of time as a homeschool mom.  The home education of your children is a priority, but how can that fit into a family's daily life? And how does it become a center block to the day? If we fail to plan, we plan to fail. And this is so true for homeschool. Without a plan, you simply could easily neglect and forget about your educational goals and curriculum. You've taken the time to evaluate and be purposeful in your purchases, so how do you fit it all in? Let's tackle the subject of setting up your homeschool schedule. There are many things to consider and you'll unpack what will serve your family best in today's episode. ♥ Leigh     BACK TO HOMESCHOOL BUNDLE: No coupon code needed! Enjoy Your Homeschool Blueprint and The Tidy Home bundled together in one amazing deal from today through 11:59PM EST on Friday, August 9, 2024 https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/bundle       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 252. Creating a Unique Education for Each Homeschool Child To Equip Them For Successful Futures w/ Lisa Nehring of Truth North Homeschool Academy    257. I Am So Strict. How Do I Loosen Up With My Homeschooled Children?    265. Busting Common Homeschool Myths How: How To React And Respond To People's Comments    275. 5 Tips On How To Increase Your Patience With Your Homeschooled Children 

Being a stay at home homeschooling mom is a lot of fun, but it isn't without it's challenges. One of those being the keeping up with all of the chores and housework. It is never ending and can make us feel like giving up altogether. There is hope though! And it doesn't have to be all or nothing. A manageable chore system is within your reach. And today's episode in the back to homeschool series is all about helping you create realistic goals in order to keep up with the housework while you home educate and raise your children. ♥ Leigh     BACK TO HOMESCHOOL BUNDLE: No coupon code needed! Enjoy Your Homeschool Blueprint and The Tidy Home bundled together in one amazing deal from today through 11:59PM EST on Friday, August 9, 2024 https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/bundle       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 7. Why Making Homemaking a Priority Leads to Success In Your Homeschooling and Parenting   14. Simple Meal Planning Strategy for the Homeschool Mom with Young Children and How This Meal Plan Takes Away the Stress    164. 5 Dependable Tips to Make You a Hospitality Rockstar and Help Your Homeschool Family Open Your Home to Guests With Confidence and Excitement    276. Can A Homeschool Mom Mom Really Do It All? Examining Priorities And How You Spend Your Time 

One of your top concerns, if not the top one, is which curriculum should you use to homeschool your children? And there are a ton out there to choose from, which I'm sure you have discovered. In this week's series all about back to homeschool, let's tackle the elephant in the room: curriculum. I have a very specific method for choosing curriculum and resources for your family and we're going to scratch the surface of that today. Grab your homeschool mom notebook and a pen because you're definitely going to want to write down these steps. And then, let the fun begin! I'm also going to tell you one important step once you've made your selections. You won't want to miss that! ♥ Leigh   BACK TO HOMESCHOOL BUNDLE: No coupon code needed! Enjoy Your Homeschool Blueprint and The Tidy Home bundled together in one amazing deal from today through 11:59PM EST on Friday, August 9, 2024 https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/bundle       Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 120. 9 Styles of Homeschool and How To Know Which Is Best For Your Family    153. The Worst 4 Mistakes You Must Avoid In Your Homeschool: Confessions From A Veteran Homeschooler    176. 5 Must-Haves For Your Homeschool: Find Out the Basics You Need to Get Started This Year    196. Are You Losing Your Homeschool Child’s Attention During Lessons? 5 Ways to Keep Them Engaged  

It's well known how important reading is for your homeschool children. But, as a parent, you know that each of your children is different and an individual, which comes with challenges as you home educate. You really want them to learn to read well and enjoy reading so that they continue with it beyond their homeschooling years. But, there is also the question of what to read, when to read it, and how to go about getting better with reading comprehension. Today's guest, Jamie Erickson, of The Unlikely Homeschool will help you answer all of those questions...and more! She's been homeschooling her 5 children and currently has 2 graduates, along with an informative blog and amazing books. I promise that this episode will give you the next step wherever you find yourself in your child's reading journey, along with equipping you so that you may inspire them to choose really good books. ♥ Leigh   Jamie's website: https://jamieerickson.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheUnlikelyHomeschool/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlikely_homeschool        DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint    CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/ Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity  Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com   Listen to these related episodes: 89. How to Create the Love of Reading in Your Homeschooler and Why This Is Important for Their Education    151. What’s the Big Deal About Reading Aloud to Your Child? Top Benefits and Reasons to Include This In Your Homeschool    170. How to Begin and Stay Consistent With Reading Aloud During the Homeschool Day    204. How YOU Are Sabotaging Success in Your Homeschool and 4 Steps to Get Out of The Cycle