Homeschool For The Rest Of Us

Have you ever wondered how to transform moments into a valuable lesson for your homeschool journey? Whether it's a trip to the grocery store, a walk in the park, an international trip, or even a seemingly ordinary conversation, there's a treasure trove of teachable moments waiting to be discovered. Join us today as we explore the art of turning life's everyday experiences into enric...

Just a quick little update on where I have been!  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

A few months ago we talked with Monica who told us how her son used CLEP testing to help him get his Bachelor's by 18. That was several years ago and she was worried that some of the info might be dated.   Then, I met my friend Amber over the summer. Her son Evan followed a specific homeschool track and finished High School at 14, and then his Bachelor's degree in 18 months. (He technica...

Today I sat down with Speaker and Dad, Tanner Clark. He is a TED X speaker, father of 4 and travels the country helping parents and teens disconnect from what's not important and connect with what really matters! You can follow Tanner on instagram: @RealTannerClark Check out his podcast: The Second of Strength Podcast Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/62012621528517...

Catching up with the last two months in today's episode, plus- a special message about "doing the hard".  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

In today's episode, Lia shares the benefits of reading aloud to our kids and how reading aloud has impacted her family's life.  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

In today's episode Lia shares her December homeschool plans and how she is making intentional moves during an overcommitted season. Resources Mentioned: Advent Books: Unwrapping the Gifts of Christmas , God With Us Family Devotional Winston Books: How Winston Delivered Christmas Free 2023 Advent Family Guide (printable) Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285...

Caution- Today's episode does contain some adult topics! In today's episode, Lia shares why she's been MIA for a month!  Exciting episodes to come this Holiday season! We are back!  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

Today's episode is from the road! Join Lia and her friend Andrea is they announce a really special passion project they have been working on. If the library episode shook you up a little bit, you'll want to listen! We would LOVE your support on this endeavor. Any donation will help us build the bus! You can help by clicking here Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/group...

Back by popular demand! Today Lia's 10 year old son Lincoln sits down to interview her.  She didn't know the questions ahead of time and nothing was off limits.  They discuss:   -Their love of all things Narnia -Why Lia creates a lot of their curriculum -Lia's dislike of Coldplay -Does Lia ever regret homeschooling? -Lincoln's opinion on how they have grieved as a family since...

Today I sat down to chat with my new friend Courtney McEwen and she shared her story of pulling her 10 year old son from a great private Christian school and transitioned him to homeschool. She shares in depth how God led them to that decision and what the transition looked like. We also talked about how important community is, and homeschooling an only child.  You can find Courtney on her instagr...

WARNING- I do talk about some adult themes in today's episode. Please listen with discretion. In today's episode I share all of my takeaways from The Maven Conference in Frisco, Texas. I have really wrestled this last year with how much is too much when it comes to protecting my kids from ideologies and agendas being pushed towards them! The Maven conference allowed me to walk away confi...

Today we welcome back Danny Green! In this episode Danny shares how they strategized and navigated college scholarships for their two kids- both having full rides to well known universities. We also talk about our thoughts on aliens, Lia's love of Dystopian literature, and our thought on the future for our kids. You can follow Danny on social media (he posts daily inspirational nuggets). You...

I have attempted to enroll my family in 4H SIX times. By attempted I mean I have gone to the website and I shut down on the first page! LOL! I was so overwhelmed by all the things!   Today Elissa breaks down how 4H works, how it has benefitted her family, and she even taught me some interested goat errrrr....."anatomy"!  We were laughing so hard during this episode so I hope you get a ki...

In today's episode, I wrap up my conversation with Liz as she finishes telling us about her transition to homeschool and homeschooling a daughter with special abilities.  Liz shares how they navigated an apraxia diagnosis with their daughter and how being home with her daughter helped them through the diagnosis.  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

Part 1 of 2 On today's episode, I sit down with my friend Liz as she shares her homeschool journey. She shares about her teaching career in public education and how that influenced her decision to homeschool her own kids. We cover everything from charter schools, covid schooling to moving states. We covered a lot in this conversation, so I made it into a special 2 part series, the episode wil...

Today I talk to my friend Marissa about how her homeschool journey started. We talked about having a gut feeling, me emotionally eating a hotdog through my first homeschool convention, canning, nap time, Marissa's reasons for homeschooling, and so much more! Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

In this episode, Lia takes you through the last 7 days oh homeschool that were some of the hardest days she's ever experienced. Here's where she messed up, how she had to change her mindset, and how they pivoted and made a new plan.  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

In today's episode, Lia talked to (another) Lia from the Sparky Life Podcast about the importance of introducing your kids to the trades. They discuss everything from what age to start, how to get scholarships, and what life is like working in a trade as woman. Check out Lia's podcast "The Sparky Life" wherever you listen and for more info about trades, scholarships, and other...

In today's episode, Lia talks to her friend Monica, a veteran homeschooler and former homeschooler herself. She was able to have her 15 year old son Samuel complete his bachelor's degree without stepping foot into a college class, for around $7,000 total and by the time he was 18!  She lays it all out including her mindset, thought process, and steps she took . Join our Facebook Communit...

WARNING: Today's episode contains explicit language. Please use discretion when listening. In today's episode I'm sharing about my 11 month journey in fighting to remove porn and sexualized material targeted towards children from our local library.  I'll also share solutions you can strive for to help your city as well as other options that might better fit your family. Find a...

Today Lia talks to her dear friend, Lillie about her homeschool beginnings. They talk about the challenges as working moms, how they navigated their sons skipping assignments, and how they decide their "best yes". They also touch on Homeschooling with ADHD and ADD.  Mentioned in the Podcast: The Best Yes by Lyse Terkuerst  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/6201...

In today's podcast Lia shares why her and Cody put an emphasis on their American patriotism in their family and why it does really matter! Links from today's show: Liberty Kids YouTube Channel Rush Revere Series Redcoats, Patriots, and Spies Book  Join our Facebook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/620126215285170

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WARNING: The content of this episode is for adult ears only. OH boy...we went there. :-)  Lia's friend Brittney posted a SOS on her instagram stories. It's time for the talk- and where does she even begin especially in a very sexualized era? There is no handbook for this! In today's episode, we will talk about how Lia was suspended from elementary school, her reaction to Benadryl, h...