Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology

The only thing better than being excited about books on your own is getting to chat with someone who is as excited about reading as you are. So it's no wonder I loved this conversation with Betsy Farquhar! Betsy demystifies the process of reading and discussing literature with your homeschool high school students, and shares the most important aspect of quality writing. Whether you're a mom who ca...

Charlotte Mason and her principles have a huge influence in the homeschool world. But author Lanaya Gore and illustrator Twila Farmer have brought the person of Charlotte Mason to a whole new audience with their new picture book! It was a delight to chat with them about the picture book writing/illustrating process and all they’ve learned about homeschooling over the past several years.  Be s...

It can be hard to homeschool with confidence in the best of times. But what about when life blindsides your homeschool? Job loss, moves, death, and illness (not to mention the blessed, but still disruptive, realities of new babies) can throw a wrench into our carefully laid homeschooling plans. Vicki Bentley joins us in today’s episode with practical tips and advice arising from decades of homesch...

Have you wondered how to teach writing effectively in your homeschool? There’s essay writing and creative writing and grammar and sentence structure and… ohmy! Where to start? Fiction author, homeschool writing curriculum author, and speaker Janie B. Cheaney is here to share her experience as both a writer and teacher. This Homeschool Conversations episode is sure to encourage and equip you as you...

Whether you're a new homeschooler just beginning your home education adventure or a veteran homeschooler looking for some encouragement at the beginning of the new homeschool year, this is the episode for you! Amber Smith and I talk about the priority of relationships and family culture, the value of reading aloud and modeling lifelong learning, the importance of setting boundaries and expectation...

FREE Storytelling + Art event this Thursday! Click here to join Jim Weiss, "Nana" (Lucia Hames) from ChalkPastel.com, and me for a fabulous fun time ! https://www.chalkpastel.com/folk-tales-with-art/?ref=258 As a child I remember listening to Jim Weiss tell stories via cassette. What a delightful, surreal moment to get to chat with him on the podcast all about the powerful joy of storytelling! Jim...

My daughter, Emma, joins me as cohost for our second Listener Q&A episode ! Listen in to hear lots of laughter and some teen snark, plus answers to YOUR burning questions.  In the extensive show notes over on the blog , I’ll summarize a bit of what we discussed and include links to the resources I mentioned. I know that I usually include a full transcript of each episode, but this is just...

It's the end of the summer audioblog series from Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology! Thanks for hanging out with us this summer. I look forward to rejoining you with our regular season next week. To kick off Season 6, we'll have another Ask Me Anything episode, so send me your questions on anything and everything to Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com by Wednesday, August 24. (Didn't get...

Balancing the needs of multiple children in our homeschool can be tough, but today's guest has 3 helpful tips for homeschooling multiple kids! To kick off Season 6, we'll have another Ask Me Anything episode , so send me your questions on anything and everything to Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com by Wednesday, August 24. You can also send via Instagram DM @HumilityandDoxology . (Didn't get yours in in...

Sarah Mackenzie joins us for this special bonus episode of the Homeschool Conversations podcast! If you’re a book-loving homeschool mom, you probably already know and love Sarah. Her books and podcast are beloved by many, and her encouragement has been an integral part of my own homeschool journey for many years. So it made me absolutely giddy to get to chat with her recently for this special bonu...

You're going to be reinvigorated to read aloud with your family after listening to today's episode! Today's audioblog guest is Leah Courtney from As We Walk Along the Road. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide 100 Morning Time Poems : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/ Leah Courtney is...

Immersion learning can be applicable across many homeschool philosophies. Today's audioblog guest is Julie Polanco from Julie Naturally , and she's here to share tips and ideas for setting up real-life learning experiences in your homeschool. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Julie Polanco is a Master He...

It's not just the kids who need to hide God's Word in their hearts; Mom does, too. Today's audioblog guest is Katherine Pittman from Chronicles of Momia , and she's here to help us do just that! Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Katherine Pittman is wife to Geoffrey, and homeschooling mom of three. She i...

Parenting is sometimes the hardest part of homeschooling, isn't it? It's also the most important part. Today's audioblog guest is Dianna Wiebe from Grapevine Studies, and she has some encouraging reminders for us today. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Enjoy a simple, multi-age history plan next year! G...

You've probably heard Charlotte Mason's principle that "Children are born persons." But did you know that Mamas are born persons, too? Today's audioblog guest to tell us more is Amy Fischer from Around the Thicket . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Exploring Shakespeare with Children: https://humilityan...

Check out today's summer audioblog guest podcast episode and get tips for helping your kids learn (and love) reading. Today's audioblog guest is Sarah Miller from Homeschooling 4 Him . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Sarah Miller lives in Michigan with her husband of 12 years and 2 children, who she ha...

We have special content for you today in the summer audioblog series! Adrienne Freas from the Classical Education Podcast is here to talk about Trivium-Based Instruction. (Hint: It may not be exactly what you think it is...) Adrienne was a previous guest on this podcast. Check out my conversation with Adrienne about Classical Charlotte Mason Education here: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/adri...

⚠ In today’s episode we’re going to be talking about issues surrounding female health, particular pelvic floor dysfunction . If you usually listen to the podcast episode with little ones listening in, I just wanted to give a heads up that we will be discussing anatomy and having a frank conversation. This is probably one to listen to with earbuds. ⚠ It’s a bit of a cultural joke that moms can’t ju...

Learn how to bring a little sparkle to your homeschool! Today's audioblog guest is Dachelle McVey from Hide the Chocolate . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Exploring Shakespeare with Children: https://humilityanddoxology.com/exploring-shakespeare-children/ Dachelle is a homeschooling mom of 3 who knows...

Here are some great tips as you think about planning your homeschool schedule! Today's audioblog guest is Kelly Kotanidis from Fearless Homeschool . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Meet Kelly: “Hi, I’m Kelly. I’m a homeschooling mum of five always-homeschooled children and I’m married to my best friend...

Encourage your child to THINK like a SCIENTIST! Today's audioblog guest is Dr. Kristin Moon from Kristin Moon Science . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Dr. Kristin Moon is a scientist who left the lab behind to homeschool her two sons. Now that both boys have graduated from her homeschool and are in co...

Get ready for a Summer of Fun! Today's audioblog guest is Lisa Nehring from True North Academy.  Grab your spot in the Renew Homeschool Gathering virtual conference here: https://renewgathering.thinkific.com/courses/2022?ref=68285d Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide   Lisa Nehring is the founder...

Megan Saben is associate editor for Redeemed Reader and a homeschool mom of 5. Our conversation was so lovely and encouraging, and I know it’s going to be one you share with friends yourself! We discuss the joys and challenges of homeschooling, how to cultivate a reading life with our children and for ourselves, and the differences between Story and story, Truth and truth.  This is the last r...

Are you a mama homeschooling in the midst of pregnancy, babies, and toddlers? Do you look around and wonder how to homeschool with all those littles in the mix? My friend Stephanie Sims is right there in the thick of things with you! She has five children 8-years-old and younger, and she brings both practical tips and encouragement in today's chat. It's a conversation you will want to share with y...

Have you wondered if your teen should take a Gap Year after high school? What are the benefits of gap years and are there any disadvantages to a gap year? LeAnn Gregory has written a Gap Year Guide to help parents and teens navigate when, why, and how to take a gap year after high school. She joins us today on the podcast to tell us all about it. If you’re homeschooling a high schooler, or plan to...