Homeschool Unlocked

Every homeschooling parent knows the challenge of making math doable. Jesús and Monica are here to support you, providing a behind the scene view of math in the  Avilés homeschool. Whether your child is math-reluctant or a budding mathematician, this podcast episode will help you approach math at home with greater confidence.  Keep up with us on Instagram too! See what we are up to! Visit: https:/...

Are you getting questions about homeschooling? Have you experienced push back from extended family? Jesús and Monica identify 4 common sources of pressure and how to work through it and some ways to measure your homeschool climate. Plus, Jesús  starts to highlight some domains of development.  Keep up with us on Instagram too! See what we are up to! Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi  https://1lnk.p...

Entrepreneurship is crucial to nurturing your difference makers, a.k.a. children. You can't afford to miss the conclusion to last week's episode because it can help you give your kids a head start in life. So, what were the kids up to during the business summit? Jesús and Monica share what they did to set the kids up for success, so that everyone had fun while learning.  Keep up with us...

It's okay to think outside the box and explore new ideas. Learn as Jesús and Monica share why learning about entrepreneurship is crucial to nurturing your difference makers, a.k.a. children. You can't afford to miss this episode because it can help you give your kids a head start in life. Keep up with us on Instagram too! See what we are up to! Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi  https://1...

So, you've got little ones at home! Listen as Jesús and Monica share how to start the day and what to keep in mind as you allow for exploration and imagination. Flexibility in scheduling doesn't mean chaos! Remember to share this podcast with your circle and follow us on Instagram. See what we are up to! Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi  https://1lnk.page/MonicaAviles

In this episode, Jesús and Monica discuss why homeschooling should be on parent's bucket list. Your child is unique and homeschooling allows you to have a greater say in four key areas. Listen as they encourage you to stay motivated and engaged in your homeschooling journey.  Remember to share this podcast with your circle and follow us on Instagram. See what we are up to! Visit: https://link...

Did the end of summer surprise you? If you are trying to get your crew ready for the school year, join Jesús and Monica as they outline how to do that because transitioning from summertime to the school time can be rough. In part II, learn easy ways to reflect as a family so that the pivot is as smooth as possible. Embark on the school year with fewer tears and with grateful hearts! Remember to sh...

Did the end of summer surprise you? If you are trying to get your crew ready for the school year, join Jesús and Monica as they outline how to do that because transitioning from summertime to the school time can be rough. So, here are simple, practical, and effective ways to make the pivot as smooth as possible. Embark on the school year with fewer tears and with greater confidence and joy! Rememb...

On this week's episode, Jesús and Monica share their decision-making process - which even involves "trusting your instincts." Listen as they discuss their backstory as far back as 2008, with four small kids and only two Florida Prepaid College Plans. Whether you have a high school student or not, you have likely thought about this topic, so listen as Jesús and Monica discuss what co...

Deciding whether your child should go to college right after high school is a big deal, and a factor in why some parents may shy away from homeschooling their high school student. The process involves figuring out what your child wants to achieve in the long run and if college lines up with their goals. On this week's episode, Jesús and Monica share their decision-making process - which even...

Here are some things you "knead" to know about creating your own weekly family meal festivity! On this week's episode, Jesús and Monica share about their Family Fun Night tradition. From how the tradition came about, to what the evening entails, to real life considerations, and even some family dynamics. This family tradition allows for special time full of relationship building and...

Among the fun, laughter, meals, and fellowship, that took place at Scott River Lodge, the married couples learned about 4 negative communication patterns. Join Jesús and Monica as they focus on these harmful patterns and how to avoid them.  Remember to share this podcast with a friend and follow us on Instagram. See what we are up to! Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi  https://1lnk.page/MonicaAvile...

What happened at Scott River Lodge?  Find out as Jesús and Monica discuss the importance of communication. The two had the opportunity to attend a marriage retreat and are eager to share some highlights! Besides learning how to continue mutually understanding one another, they enjoyed tremendous fellowship, adventure, and fun. Also, learn a fantastic tool to help you increase communication between...

We are wrapping up our Chore Connection series! Joel, our 11 year old, and Jeronimo, our 6 year old, join Jesús. Enjoy and learn from their candid conversation. Hear what this week's guest speakers have to say about the skills they have learned from helping out at home.  Remember to share this podcast with a friend and follow us on Instagram. See what we are up to! Visit: https://linktr.ee/Mo...

Guess who's up to bat now? That's right! Jesús, and he has a guest this week too.  Enjoy and learn from their candid conversation. Do you think that involving your children with household chores will contribute to their personal and social development and one day help them become responsible, independent, and capable adults who can contribute positively to their families and communities?...

With Jesús on a mission trip, join Monica and her TWO special guests as they add to the chore connection conversation.  Do you think that involving your children with household chores will contribute to their personal and social development and one day help them become responsible, independent, and capable adults who can contribute positively to their families and communities? Hear what the guest...

When your children are little, you think that involving them in chores will provide them with practical skills and important values. You believe that it will contribute to their personal and social development, and one day help them become responsible, independent, and capable adults who can contribute positively to their families and communities. With Jesús on a mission trip, join Monica and her...

An evaluation is just one tool to assess your child's learning. Join Jesús and Monica as they discuss how to understand the results of your child's annual evaluation.  Although it can provide a comprehensive understanding of your child's academic performance over the past year, it doesn't capture everything about your child's abilities or potential.  Remember to share this...

Join Jesús and Monica as they discuss the numerous benefits of end of year evaluations, as well as the state's requirements. Evaluations help you celebrate your student's progress by highlighting their growth. They also serve as an excellent way to record yearly milestones. Remember to share this podcast with a friend and follow us on Instagram. See what we are up to. Visit: https://link...

Attending a homeschool convention can help to inspire and rejuvenate you in your homeschooling journey. Are you investing in this for your own personal growth or do you have a community centered purpose? Do you want to learn how to take what you learned and turn it into a workshop for your homeschool group? Either way, the enthusiasm and passion of other attendees, speakers, and exhibitors can hel...

The school year is wrapping up and summertime is just around the corner! You could say that your new year is beginning. Join Jesús and Monica as they discuss how to craft a morning routine that serves your family's needs.  It will take some trial and error to figure out what works best for you, but now is the time to figure it out!  See what we are up to. Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi http...

Teenagers may avoid having conversations for various reasons, which can be influenced by their developmental stage, personality, and experiences. In the last part of this three-part series, Jesús and Monica provide steps to help prepare your teenager to open up and have a discussion with you.  See what we are up to. Visit: https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi https://1lnk.page/MonicaAviles

This week Jesús and Monica outline what parents can do during the discussion. Yes, an outline to help guide your conversation with your teen! Don't worry, it's normal to feel apprehensive about navigating a difficult conversation with your teenager, but now you have an outline to navigate the conversation. https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi https://1lnk.page/MonicaAviles

Don't worry, it's normal to feel apprehensive about navigating a difficult conversation with your teenager, but it's an essential part of parenting and fostering a healthy relationship with them. This week Jesús and Monica encourage parents with steps they can take to prepare themselves. Parents, positive outcomes are possible! https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi https://1lnk.page/MonicaAvile...

Planning for summer with kids can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a daunting task. This week Jesús and Monica share steps parents can take to craft a memorable summertime for everyone involved. https://linktr.ee/MoniAvi https://1lnk.page/MonicaAviles