School to Homeschool

Is your child a "good reader" who can't actually tell you what they just read? A distressed mama asked me in the comments how we handle struggling readers, so in Episode 165 I'm walking through the 3 things we do in our homeschool for reading comprehension: 1. Read-alouds — chosen by me, read purely for the joy of the story (no worksheets!) 2. Quiet Reading Time (QRT) — 30 minutes a day, at the le...

What happens when an instructional-science PhD decides grades and tests may be getting in the way of real learning? Dr. Pablo Riboldi joins me to explain why he built a homeschool program without traditional grades or tests, why he returned to classical texts like Euclid's Elements , and why students should become responsible for their own education. We talk about vintage textbooks, the flipped cl...

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Tina Bassett joins me to talk about teaching multiple ages together, choosing curriculum with purpose, and making homeschooling work for your whole family. lightbringerspress.com https://www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=61578611015268 https://www.instagram.com/lightbringerspress/light SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter S...

In this episode, I talk with pediatric occupational therapist and homeschool consultant Sarah Collins about the clues parents often see before they know what those clues mean. We discuss sensory processing, handwriting and reading struggles, movement, interoception, proprioception, outdoor and risky play, occupational therapy, and how to tell when a child may need more than a different curriculum....

What did 19th-century one-room schoolhouses understand about education that we have forgotten? Some of their teaching methods produced capable readers, careful writers, and confident speakers. Discover five old-school educational practices that modern schools and homeschool families should reconsider. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homesc...

Join us for a replay of the June YouTube Live in June with Sherry Hayes of the Mom Delights YouTube Channel and Podcast where we discuss family, homeschooling, vintage curriculum and everything in between! Mom Delights Website Mom Delights YouTube Channel Mom Delights Substack SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to...

In this episode, I speak with Rachel about building an education around real skills rather than simply collecting credentials. As a second-generation homeschooler, she explored homemaking, business, herbology, doula work, midwifery, fitness, and lifelong learning before ultimately choosing motherhood and homeschooling. We discuss college alternatives for young women, practical education, self-reli...

Let's rediscover the beautiful historic practice of keeping a Commonplace Book! Education is for us too! SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook janae@schooltohomeschool.com 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschoo...

Why do families stop reading aloud once children learn to read for themselves? In this episode, we make the case that we may be stopping far too soon. We explore the history of reading aloud, oral recitation, Charles Dickens' public readings, the McGuffey Readers, and modern research on vocabulary, language development, story listening, and shared reading. You'll also hear why reading aloud should...

It is that time of year again! Join me as we prepare for the fall with this is a throwback  workshop from YouTube! SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook janae@schooltohomeschool.com 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring...

What happens when a teenager knows college is not the answer—but has no idea what comes next? I sit down with Maxim Smith, co-author of The Preparation , to hear how he went from hiding in his room and feeling completely lost at 17 to becoming an EMT, pilot, wildland firefighter, sailor, ranch hand, entrepreneur, and investor-in-training. We discuss homeschooling, apprenticeships, real-world educa...

I used to believe I needed the perfect curriculum to teach homeschool science correctly. In this episode, I share 12 better ways to help children experience science through nature, experiments, books, field trips, experts, games, and everyday life—without forcing another program they may quickly forget. Nature Journaling with John Muir Laws Part 1 Nature Journaling with John Muir Laws Part 2 SCHOO...

I talk with Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free about helping teens and young adults build meaningful careers without automatically defaulting to college. We discuss apprenticeships, degree-free jobs, career testing, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, college debt, AI, and how to match work with the life your child actually wants. https://degreefree.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ DegreeFree Tik...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Moore, a cognitive psychologist, child development specialist, ADHD mom, and Director of Psychology and Research at LearningRx, to talk about supporting kids with ADHD at home and in school. We discuss 504 plans, IEP struggles, homeschooling with ADHD, emotional regulation, sleep, nutrition, exercise, medication, and what parents can do when the traditional...

In this episode, I pause to honor America's 250th birthday and reflect on what it means to teach our children about liberty, history, virtue, and truth....AND revisit a past episode to remember our past.  SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook...

In this episode, I talk with Elyse Scheeler, a licensed speech-language pathologist, special needs advocate, homeschool coach, and host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood . We talk about IEPs, speech delays, sensory needs, ADHD, executive functioning, and why parents can homeschool a child with additional needs. If you are wondering whether school is the only place your child can receive support, th...

After years of researching education history, I decided to try something radical: teaching my children with textbooks from the 1800s and early 1900s. In this episode, I share the surprising results, the books we're using, and why these simple, straightforward resources may hold lessons modern education has forgotten. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign U...

In this episode, I talk with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation , about the growing crisis of aimlessness among young people and how families can prepare them for adulthood without relying solely on traditional education. We discuss purpose, practical skills, entrepreneurship, adventure, and helping teens become capable, confident adults. Connect with Matt Smith on Twitter Learn More about T...

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What happens when a lifelong academic discovers that true education isn't found in credentials, but in curiosity? In this conversation with Megha Lillywhite of Classical Ideals, we discuss autodidactic learning, homeschooling, classical education, beautiful children's literature, the decline of artistic standards, the pursuit of beauty, and why independent thinking matters more than ever. If you'v...

Why do kids forget so much of what they learn—and why does school seem to make burnout worse instead of better? In this episode, we break down the science behind how the brain actually learns, including the role of memory consolidation , rest, and recovery. Backed by research from experts like Matthew Walker and Andrew Huberman , this video explains why constant input without recovery leads to poo...

In this episode, I talk with Nick Robinson from The Homeschool Helper about homeschooling teenagers, Classical Conversations, family culture, and raising kids who know how to think independently in an AI-driven world. Nick shares: Why his family chose homeschooling The power of community and co-ops Why middle and high school homeschooling matters How to nurture curiosity and creativity The role da...

Are rabbit holes distractions…or the foundation of true education? Janae explores why curiosity-driven learning helps children retain information longer, connect subjects naturally, develop critical thinking skills, build endurance, and stay intellectually alive. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool Yo...

For years, parents have been told to focus on managing behavior, following plans, and fixing their child's struggles. But what if that approach is missing the most important piece? We talk about why true progress for special needs families starts with the parent—our mindset, our emotional health, and our ability to lead our homes with clarity and strength. Dawn shares practical resources, includin...