Art of Homeschooling Podcast

Send us Fan Mail EP63: It’s the week between Christmas and New Year’s when this episode comes out and we're talking today about renewal. How do we renew and replenish ourselves so that we can show up as our best selves in our homeschooling for our children and our famlies.  This is designed to plant a seed. What’s ONE simple daily practice just for YOU that you might start doing to help you f...

Send us Fan Mail EP62: As homeschool parents, we are on a journey as well. It’s not just all about the kids all the time! But how exactly can we grow and develop as homeschool parents? Of course, there’s learning all the things about how to homeschool. But I would also say that parenting, and particularly homeschooling, is the most intense path of personal growth that there is! Listen in for three...

Send us Fan Mail EP61: Join with homeschoolers from around the world for the annual #windowstarchallenge. Listen in as Jean describes how to make your own window star and how to set an intention for this dark time of the year. Show Notes Here ( www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode61 ) ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect with your purpose and leave with f...

Send us Fan Mail EP60: Listen up as Jean shares what appeals to her most about Waldorf and why she chose the Waldorf approach for homeschooling. No matter what your homeschool looks like, this episode can help  you clarify the focus and direction of YOUR homeschooling journey and decide if you want to bring more Waldorf-inspired or hands-on activities to the lessons. Because when we understand and...

Send us Fan Mail EP59: What are you grateful for this year? Listen in as Jean shares her gratitude for all the homeschooling parents out there. And glean some great tips on how to practice gratitude in your own life. You can find the Show Notes here ( www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode59 )   ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect with your purpose and lea...

Send us Fan Mail EP58: Gift giving and receiving can be problematic in families. Seems a bit ironic when we’re trying to simplify and build a home environment based on love and gratitude. But every year, the questions come in from parents about how to  handle gifts during the winter holidays. Listen in for some great tips on how to handle gift giving and receiving and how do we avoid conflict in o...

Send us Fan Mail EP57: The holiday season can be a crazy time for homeschoolers. So what’s a homeschooler to do? Listen up as Jean shares how to homeschool through the holidays. Specifically, three ways to keep your homeschooling so simple that you still have time for baking cookies, getting outdoors, and getting your own needs met along the way. Show Notes for this Episode ( www.artofhomeschoolin...

Send us Fan Mail EP56: We all long for a holiday season that’s restful, replenishing, and restorative. But instead, we often feel overloaded, overwhelmed, and overstimulated. As homeschooling parents, the holiday season can be a challenging time of the year. Listen in as Jean shares timely tips for how to keep the holidays simple and delightful this year. You can find the show notes here ( www.art...

Send us Fan Mail EP55: In this episode, Jean reflects on the fall season shares a few really simple ideas for celebrating fall as a family. Listen in to spark some new ideas for your own fall family celebrations. Find the Show Notes Here ( www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode55 ) ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect with your purpose and leave with fresh...

Send us Fan Mail EP54: We're talking today about hands-on homeschooling. Specifically, how to customize the curriculum you may already have by weaving in the lively arts. So you can invite more engagement and more learning. You can find the Show Notes for this episode at www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode54   ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect wi...

Send us Fan Mail EP53: Today, Jean's talking about how to observe your feelings without letting them sweep you away! Not an easy task but so worthwhile.  As homeschooling moms or homeschooling parents, we create and hold space for ALL the emotions for everyone in our home. And we want to practice staying as balanced and present as we can. Learn some new techniques to help you do just that in...

Send us Fan Mail EP52: For this one-year anniversary of the podcast, listeners submitted their questions to Jean and she answers them here. Lots of homeschooling wisdom from working with multiple ages, to screen time, to rhythm. Find the Show Notes for this episode here: www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode52 ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect with your...

Send us Fan Mail EP51: So many of us think we want to find that just right open & go curriculum. Listen in to hear why that's not such a helpful goal and what to do instead. You can find the Show Notes for this episode at: www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode51 ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August 6-9, 2026 Reconnect with your purpose and leave with fresh homeschool...

Send us Fan Mail EP50: Welcome to Episode #50 of the Art of Homeschooling Podcast, We're coming up on the ONE YEAR anniversary of the podcast and we just hit 20,000 downloads of the show! And in this episode, Jean looks back and shares the five most popular episodes so far. Find the Show Notes from this episode at www.artofhomeschooling.com/50 ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Traini...

Send us Fan Mail EP49: This week, Jean shares a great quote from a refrigerator magnet that got her through lots of chaotic homeschooling moments. This quote is about being calm in the midst of chaos rather than trying to control it or keep it at bay.  So that you can experience peace no matter what. Show Notes for this Episode at www.artofhomeschooling.com/episode49 ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Tap...

Send us Fan Mail EP48: Welcome to the back-to-homeschooling episode! As I’m recording this, it’s the beginning of September and many homeschoolers are just starting back to lessons this week after a summer break. Listen in as Jean reflects back on ten things she wishes she'd known before her family started on their homeschooling journey. Show Notes for this Episode here:  https://artofhomesch...

Send us Fan Mail EP47: As homeschooling moms, many of us tend to stay stuck in thinking mode ~  reviewing, ruminating, overanalyzing, and even becoming paralyzed by indecision. Today on the podcast, Jean shares why we tend to overthink things and how we might let that go. So we can overcome decision fatigue and stop feeling so overwhelmed. You can find the Show Notes here: www.artofhomeschooling.c...

Send us Fan Mail EP46: I know as homeschoolers, we often struggle with uncertainty, motivation, even panic and fear. Today, Jean shares what to do when uncertainty and fear set it. And how to face your homeschooling fears. Because as Hafiz wrote,  “Fear is the cheapest room in the house. I would like to see you living in better conditions.” Show Notes for this Episode Here ( www.artofhomeschooling...

Send us Fan Mail EP45: This episode is for you if you’re wondering whether to choose homeschooling or not. But it’s also for you if you’re already homeschooling and want to remind yourself of the importance of this choice for your family. Listen in as Jean talks about 5 things to keep in mind as you start homeschooling, whether it's for the first year or the tenth.  You'll find encourage...

Send us Fan Mail EP44: Whether you’re new to Homeschooling, new to holistic or Waldorf-inspired homeschooling, or just looking for a little extra boost on your homeschooling journey, check out Jean's tips as she answers three common questions that come up for all of us on this holistic homeschooling path. Some of the answers might even surprise you! Find the Show Notes for this episode here:...

Send us Fan Mail EP43: Today,  we’re talking about the top 10 lessons from Steiner’s 1919 Seminar Course for the first Waldorf teachers, taking those lessons and applying them to homeschooling. Lessons like "preparation can be brief" and "main lesson blocks & books make for efficient teaching and learning." Tune in today! Find the Show Notes Here ( www.artofhomeschooling.co...

Send us Fan Mail EP42: In this episode, Jean shares her five favorite books for homeschooling parents and why she recommends them. Whether you’re new to homeschooling, new to Waldorf or holistic homeschooling, or just looking to find inspiration for your homeschooling journey, you’ll find some fresh new new resources here to consider for wherever you are on your homeschooling journey. Find the Sho...

Send us Fan Mail BONUS EPISODE: In this bonus episode, Jean shares all about the Taproot Teacher Training, a live weekend online for homeschoolers every August. If you're wondering whether Taproot is for you, listen in for all the details. Find more details about the Taproot Teacher Training here: www.artofhomeschooling.com/taproot ✨ 20th Anniversary of the Taproot Teacher Training ✨ August...

Send us Fan Mail EP41: Fourteen years ago, a small but spirited group of parents gathered in central Ohio at Barbara Dewey’s Taproot farm for the first ever Taproot Teacher Training for Homeschoolers. This is the story of the Taproot training that continues on today. Listen in to hear how homeschoolers use their determination and commitment to carry on. You can find the Show Notes for this episode...

Send us Fan Mail EP40: Those new to homeschooling often ask, “ Where do I start?” If you’re wondering that too, you’re in the right place! Because that’s exactly what we’re talking about today. In this episode, Jean gives you a practical and concise overview of how to get started on your homeschooling journey. Giving you 10 steps to getting started with homeschooling your children. You can find Sh...