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Things that Steal Your Joy in Homeschooling, Episode 2 Hosts:  Lindsey Stomberg & Richele McFarlin Special Replay: Sponsored by the NIV Application Bible. Let’s talk about four things that threaten to steal your joy in homeschooling. Lindsey and Richele will share how overscheduling ourselves, comparing our homeschools, a lack of discipline in our homes, and […] The post 4 Things that St...

Husbands And Homeschooling with Hosts: Lindsey Stomberg & Richele McFarlin Podcast #3 Show Notes – Husbands and Homeschooling Join Lindsey and Richele as they look at homeschooling through the lens of homeschooling dads and discuss what potential role a husband can play in the homeschool room. Many husbands are skeptical of homeschooling the children, others […] The post Husbands A...

Start your school day out right by following a Morning Basket routine in your homeschool! Listen as Lindsey and Richele define what a Morning Basket is and how they use it in their homeschools. Helpful Links: Brainy Days FREE Calendar: https://www.talkingmom2mom.com/2017/08/26470.html Teaching from Rest: http://amzn.to/2xtjTHO Loop Schedule Workshop: http://www.proverbialhomemaker.com/idevaffiliat...

Want to incorporate training in life skills, business acumen, character, and people skills into your homeschool curriculum? Listen in as Richele and Lindsey talk about how the prospect of starting a small family business can create new and exciting learning opportunities for everyone. Free Tiny Entrepreneurs Guide to Getting Started: https://www.proverbialhomemaker.com/family-business.html Free Ti...

Are your kids complaining that their school work isn’t fun? Do you see gaps in their learning? Review games are a fantastic way to stimulate the brain and the body simultaneously. Listen in as Lindsey and Richele talk about their favorite review games to play in their homeschool rooms.   Review games we love: Speed: […] The post Making Learning Fun with Review Games appeared first on Ul...

Children often express a dislike for writing. They will either say it is too hard, boring, or they don’t know what to write. This is one homeschool battle that can be won with both sides claiming the victory. Join Richele as she explores ways to encourage your reluctant writer to enjoy the writing process. Yes, […] The post Encouraging a Child Reluctant to Write appeared first on Ultimate Ho...

Richele and Lindsey both have dyslexic children and understand how hard it is to see your child struggle through reading lessons. Join them as they discuss how they discovered their children had dyslexia and the steps they took to help. Their hope is that they can help you navigate troubled reading waters and sail into […] The post Discovering Dyslexia and Reading Issues in Your Child appear...

Failing hurts. Every task or project that we put effort into that fails stings of discouragement. It can wear us down and prevent us from seeing our gifts and talents. It can make us believe we do not have anything to offer. But what if we thought of failure as a gift and not an […] The post The Gift of Failure appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Do you consistently find yourself failing in the area of time management? Lindsey has tried every planner and planning method out there to no avail for keeping track of her homeschool and staying on top of all the housework. She needs the accountability but simultaneously craves flexibility for her everchanging schedule. Join Lindsey as she […] The post Cut the Stress and Mess Out of Your Li...

There is no such thing as small sin. Every act of rebellion, no matter the size, should be handled swiftly and purposefully.  If sin is not taken out by the root, it will continue to grow and expand eventually threatening to overtake your child’s heart. We never intend to allow sin to grow in our […] The post What Tree Roots Taught Me About My Children’s Sin appeared first on Ultimate Homesc...

Reading aloud to your children has a multitude of benefits for your family. Join Lindsey as she discusses the importance of reading aloud and gives some encouragement and ideas for the mom who may not be delighted at the idea of reading aloud to her children.                   […] The post On the Importance of Reading Aloud to Your Children appear...

When missed date nights, little league games, and dinner, threaten to destroy your marriage you can fight against it. When your husband works long hours it takes a toll on your family life and marriage. It is all too easy for the distance to grow between you to the point neither of you have the […] The post To the Wife Whose Husband Works Long Hours appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podc...

Take control of the time God has given you to have a more productive homeschool year and to cultivate a more peaceful environment at home.  Join Lindsey this week on this podcast from Talking Mom 2 Mom. Helpful Link from the Talking Mom 2 Mom Podcast’s Blog: 5 Ways to Declutter Your Schedule: Stop Being […] The post Learning How to Budget Your Time appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool...

Take the time to learn something new or explore a topic or hobby you have always wanted to. Think you don’t have the time or it isn’t important? Think again. Listen in for why this is crucial to you and your family and how to easily fit it in to any busy schedule. Visit our […] The post Implementing Continuing Ed for the Homeschool Mom appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Lindsey has three book recommendations for every homeschooling mama that are must-reads before entering the new school year. These three books will encourage you to look to Christ daily. They will challenge you to rethink your method of homeschooling, all while helping to confirm within you why you chose to homeschool in the first place. […] The post 3 Must-Read Books for Every Homeschool Mo...

We spent every day together yet relationships were not being formed. We were virtual strangers when the day came that we were forced to spend time alone together as opposed to running from destination to destination. When the busyness of life takes over you have nothing to gain but everything to lose. Learn how taking […] The post How a Broken Down Car Cultivated Family Relationships appeare...

The days are long and the years are short. We get caught up in the day to day operations and before long our children are grown up. Developing traditions and including your children in your hobbies is one way to develop and maintain a strong relationship and sense of family as the years pass. Links: […] The post Developing Traditions & Hobbies with Your Kids appeared first on Ultimate H...

Do you find yourself saying “yes” and regretting it as the word leaves your lips? Are you being crushed under the weight of obligations and commitments? Learn how to freely say yes and feel good about saying no. Avoid burning out and continue to be a blessing to your family and those around you. Links: […] The post Learning to Say No appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Traveling with a large family long distances can be daunting. Here are some tips from one mom who has done it a few times with 6 kids under 9 years old. Join Lindsey as she shares her tips for entertaining the kids, saving money when eating out, and making the most of the time you […] The post Traveling with a Large Family appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

We understand that moms are looking for ways to earn a living while they stay at home. We also understand that direct sales can be intimidating. Join us, as we discuss ways to make direct sales work for you. Talking Mom2Mom Links: How to Choose the Right Direct Sales Business that is Right For You […] The post Advice for Moms Interested in Direct Sales appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool P...

It is very difficult to train our daughters in modesty in the midst of a society that does not praise modest dress or respect a modest heart. Join Lindsey and Richele as they speak from personal experience, having 8 daughters between the two of them, how they are training their girls to understand that modesty […] The post Teaching Modesty to our Daughters appeared first on Ultimate Homescho...

Do you implement consistent family devotions in your home? Join these two moms as they talk about how to start family devotions and keep God’s Word in your conversation as you “walk by the way” with your children. Whether you have younger children or older, a husband who is involved and desiring to lead or […] The post Implementing & Maintaining Family Devotions appeared first on Ultima...

Richele and Lindsey are passionate about entrepreneurship. We want to help you explore this option for your kids and your family in a realistic and fun way that leads to much many blessings. Children who are exposed to home business learn so much from acting professionally to business planning to time management. Find out how […] The post Exploring Home Business for the Homeschool Family app...

Do you find sifting through the myriad of curriculum options out there overwhelming? Whether you are new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, there is helpful information here for you! In this episode, Richele and Lindsey tackle practical ways to choose the right curriculum for your homeschool student, as well as, how to change mid-year […] The post How to Choose the Right Curriculum for...

Richele and Lindsey understand what it is like to have to homeschool on a budget. Affording the homeschool life doesn’t have to be stressful. There are ways to combat the cost while providing a quality education. Join Richele and Lindsey for tips and suggestions to help you save time and money!   Budgeting Tool:  https://www.talkingmom2mom.com/2017/04/organize-your-homeschool-year.html [&#823...