Homeschool Coffee Break

Jesus is referred to Son in 2 ways; the Son of God and the Son of Man. What difference does that make to you as you prepare for Easter? Amber Smith has ten kids and had to figure this out on her own. Today, she shares practical ways for you to avoid her mistakes and teach your kids independent learning. In this episode you’ll discover: ✅ Why it’s important that Jesus is both God and man ✅ How yo...

Preparing your heart for Easter is often overlooked until the week of Easter. As we continue to look at the names of Jesus, how are you modeling “heart preparation” for your kids? Today, we look at the name, Immanuel, which is often used at Christmas time. Let’s see how the name Immanuel can bring joy to your life, even in the midst of trials. This is part of our Names for Jesus, 4-week series. Le...

Hey Moms! You are an example for your kids. How’s your heart as you prepare to celebrate Easter, to celebrate Resurrection Day? How do you walk with God as we prepare to celebrate Easter? How are you “modeling” your heart at Easter … for your kids? One way to use these weeks leading up to Easter is to focus on Jesus. That’s why I’m looking at some names for Jesus during this 4-week series. Let’s s...

Discover the foundation of the best homeschool, 3 tips to offer a leadership education and the most important part of homeschooling. Sign up for Raising Leaders, Not Followers by Fri, March 1 (midnight) https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/rlnf/march There are 3 payment options (full pay, 4 pay, 6 pay)

As Christians, why should we raise our kids to lead well? Or, should we even raise our kids to lead? What part does leadership have in your homeschool? Discover -9 reasons to raise your kids to lead well -3 steps to helping your kids become the best leaders possible -2 simple strategies for homeschooling kids who become lifetime learners Resources Mentioned: Free Class: 3 Tips to Finish Strong in...

Some kids love learning. Others not so much. Often depended on what the topic was. St Patrick’s Day is around the corner, so let’s look at how you can inspire a love for learning in March. Let’s talk about fun activities in -History -Writing -Bible -Notebooking -Math & Graphing -Science and more. Resources Mentioned Lucky Charms Graphing Use free notebooking pages about St Patrick 3 Weeks Free...

When my kids were young, growing Godly character was top priority. But, being consistent in my parenting and child training was difficult.  Is consistency a problem for you, too?  After all, we know consistency and following God’s Word is key to raising children. We know consistency in character building will prepare your kids to be adults who think of others first. We know if you use th...

One question I get asked often is this, “How do you get your kids to learn independently? How do I teach them to do their homeschool on their own?” You want them to grow up to lead and not follow the crowd. . . to not be dependent on someone else in college, in their job, in their family.  Amber Smith has ten kids and had to figure this out on her own. Today, she shares practical ways for you...

Whether you have young or older kids, literature can be difficult for some kids. Dachelle is the creator of Literary Adventures for Kids and she has some fantastic ways to inspire your kids in reading. If your kids’ love for reading is dying from traditional curricula, this is the episode for you. Let’s make reading fun for your kids and finish out the school year with young & old kids loving...

Are you struggling to get your boys (or girls) to like learning? Do any of your kids like sports? We have just what you need in today’s episode. You’ll discover super-simple ways to encourage your kids to enjoy homeschooling as we lead up to the Super Bowl. Use this once a year event to have fun learning in your homeschool. In this episode: ✅ Fun learning activities for all ages ✅ How to integra...

Are you overwhelmed with homeschooling? Is your child always complaining or not interested in their work? Are you wondering how to make homeschooling work for your family. We have help for you in today’s episode. I’ll be chatting with Danielle Papageorgiou … and how she uses lifeschooling to make her homeschool less overwhelmed and much simpler. Plus, she is able to be focused and intentional with...

Stop stinkin’ thinkin’! Does your mind play tricks on you? Consumed by negative thoughts. .I want to encourage you and talk about winning the battle in your mind, Mom. Do you have those inner chats of doubt? Or trying to control? Trying to fix things, but can't? This episode is for you. Let’s use Truth to replace the lies in your head. In this episode, you’ll discover… ✅ How to get control of you...

Start your 2024 homeschool without overwhelm. Discover how to simply homeschool so this year goes smoothly and you feel confident as a homeschool mom. Let’s help you with … ✅ 7 simple steps to organize your homeschool ✅ Ideas to help your homeschool schedule & routine ✅ Most important thing you can do each day to simply homeschool & stop overwhelm ✅ Resources & tools to help you ge...

Did you know the 12 Days of Christmas are after Christmas … and end at the Feast of Epiphany. How can you celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas and Epiphany ✅ What is the Epiphany … to believers? ✅ How can you celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas ✅ 4 activities for families between Christmas & Epiphany ✅ 3 resources to help you be intentional during the 12 Days of Christmas Mentioned Resources:...

Life is hard. Holidays & Christmas can be even harder. How in the world do you find peace or joy at Christmas? ✅ 4 tips to find joy at Christmas ✅ How to find joy when you are in depression ✅ 3 reasons to share God’s work in your hard holidays Mentioned Resources: Drama-Free Mom Bundle Joy Scripture Cards Posts to Encourage You in Hard Holidays What to Do When the Holidays are Hard Merry Ch...

Advent is more than the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas. As believers, your advent should look different from the world’s advent of shopping, baking and lots  of activities. What tips can you get from today’s episode ✅ What is Advent season  ✅ How would Christians celebrate Advent as a family ✅ Practical tips you can prepare your heart and your kids’ hearts for Christmas ✅ Ho...

Why do Christmas schooling at all? What are some things you have done with your own kids for music during Christmas Schooling? What resources do you offer to make music during Christmas Schooling a breeze? How can a homeschool family add some fun music to any holiday? What music options are available specifically for the holiday of Christmas? Does the homeschool mom need to know a lot about music...

Does Christmas run you ragged with no time to refresh yourself? You’re always giving to others, but not filling up your own tank. You need to listen to Julie Ross as she shares all about self-compassion. You’ll discover: ✅ The best gift you can receive this Christmas ✅ How self compassion is NOT selfishness ✅ Why homeschool moms need this gift ✅ What happens when you show more self compassion...

How can you give thanks when it's HARD? God gives us the answers in His Word. Discover 2 tips to help you give thanks this week, even if ... you're stressed out you're worried how to pay for it all your spouse is arguing all the time your in-laws are coming your friends "look" like they have the perfect Christmas someone will be missing at Christmas this year a loved one (or you) have chronic illn...

Let's talk about real life stories from the first Thanksgiving to help our kids be thankful for what Jesus did for each of us. I'll share a few stories and 2 practical ideas you can use now or on Thanksgiving Day. Use these activities to create "thankful" family traditions. What will you discover? ✅ How the Pilgrims thanked God, in the midst of hardships & death ✅ How we can follow the Pilgr...

As we move into the holiday season of Thanksgiving, it can be HARD. Trying to balance homeschooling, taking care of your home/family and pleasing your in-laws (or maybe it's your own parents) can stress you out. My guess is you want your kids to be THANKFUL, as well as love learning about the holidays. Then, try out our funschooling ideas from today’s podcast. You’ll discover: ✅ What is gratitude...

What is the #1 thing I did during the holidays to keep me focused on Jesus and help my kids focus on Jesus. Ideas to help you https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/holiday/christmas/bundle

Are you struggling with attitudes in your family? Maybe yours as mom. Maybe your kids. One reason the attitudes might not be good is your kids or you need encouragement in who you are...your identity in this world...where you gain value. When we don't have identity & value correct, it comes out in our words, our emotions, our impatience, our actions. Recommended Resources: Living Fearless, by...

Oftentimes, your kids attitude problems are not the screens or back talk. It's insecurities for a wide variety of reasons. Let's chat about those insecurities and how you can help overcome them in Jesus. Recommended Resources: Character Training Tool Kit Living Fearless, by Jamie Winship Switched on Your Brain, Dr. Caroline Leaf Winning the War in Your Mind, Craig Groeschel

What is your true identity? What identity are you modeling & teaching your kids? One reason the attitudes might not be good is your kids or you need encouragement in who you are...your identity in this world...where you gain value. When we don't have identity & value correct, it comes out in our words, our emotions, our impatience, our actions. Get help on replacing the false identity with...