Homeschool Made Simple

In this episode of The Greatest Hits series, we revisit the most popular episode of the podcast. “Better Late Than Early” is at the heart of Carole’s philosophy. Without it you will not experience the freedom, simplicity, and enjoyment of homeschooling the Carole way! If you enjoy the podcast, leave a rating and review to help us share the message of homeschool made simple with others.  Send us a...

You’re listening to the Greatest Hits series! In this episode, we’re revisiting episode 80. Carole interviews Dr. Sears, world-renowned pediatrician. He shares a wealth of knowledge on feeding your children’s brains!  Carole’s seminar on screens is here! Learn more about Taming the Media Lion HERE . Send us a Text Message. What do you love about the Homeschool Made Simple Podcast? Help us share th...

You're listening to the greatest hits series! In this episode, Carole talks with Katherine Ruch about the importance of bonding in the formation of personhood. This originally aired as episode 24. For show notes, click HERE . Send us a Text Message. What do you love about the Homeschool Made Simple Podcast? Help us share the message of Homeschool Made Simple with others by leaving a rating an...

You’re listening to the greatest hits series!  In this episode, you’ll hear about socialization. It’s always a primary concern  when anyone announces they plan to homeschool.  But socialization need not be a concern at all! Listen in to learn why.  This episode originally aired as episode 31.  Help us share the message of Homeschool Made Simple with others by leaving a rat...

You're listening to the Greatest Hits series! This was originally episode 30. Do you need a movie to watch with your high school or college student during the winter break? Look no further than this list of classic films! Click HERE for original show notes with a list of all the films mentioned in this episode. Click HERE to learn more about upcoming seminars. Click HERE to book an appointmen...

Welcome to the Greatest Hits series! In this episode, we're revisiting my conversation with Jesse and Rachel Winchester about what the preschool years look like in their home. (This was originally episode 40.) The Winchesters have three preschool children. They focus on developing a good work ethic in their children and give them tons of time outside! I hope you'll be encouraged by this...

Welcome to the Greatest Hits series! In this episode, we're revisiting my interview with Ryan and Kristy Sorrels who are self-proclaimed as "not your typical homeschool parents".  ____________________________ What makes a good homeschool parent?  Do you need to have a certain type of personality to teach your children at home? Ryan and Kristy Sorrels answer those questions and more...

To end the year, we’re replaying some of the greatest hits of the podcast! In this episode, Carole shares her stack of Christmas books. This is a replay of episode 38. ______________________________ This is the time of year when our hearts desire what is real, what is valuable, and what is meaningful. At this time, I always climb up on a step stool to the top of the bookcase in the dining room and...

In this episode, Carole talks with her friend, Ann Storms, about her own personal story regarding covenant. Carole shares about how the Word of God sustained her through trying circumstances, the hope she had for her husband over their many years apart, and advice for others who have walked through difficult marriages. May you be encouraged to live for the glory of God! If you are interested in ta...

Have you heard of The Wade Center? The Wade Center, located on Wheaton College’s campus, houses the works of seven British authors: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Dorothy L. Sayers, George MacDonald, G.K. Chesterton, Owen Barfield, and Charles Williams.  In this episode, Marge Mead shares about what they have at the Wade Center, and why I encourage every literary family to visit! Send us a Text Messa...

Dr. Jerry Root is back on the podcast! This time, he talks about the influence C.S. Lewis has had on his spiritual formation. You’ll find yourself wanting to read more Lewis after listening! In this episode, you’ll hear about: Dr. Root’s personal faith journey How Dr. Root met C.S. Lewis The first Lewis book he read Wise words about what you learn in college The literary value of the Bible  Forgot...

In this episode, Carole talks with a man renown for his teaching on evangelism, Dr. Jerry Root. He has been a professor at Wheaton College for many decades, and left an indelible mark upon many lives. Dr. Root shares his passion for sharing God’s heart with the world in really practical ways. May you be inspired to share God’s love with the people you know who are lost!  To book an appointment wit...

Are you coming into the adolescent years with your children? Kevin and Karen Miller give us their best advice for parents raising teens: "Work on yourself!"  Though it might seem like impractical advice at first, they found it to be the most helpful as they raised their own children.  In this episode, you'll hear about:  what it means to work on yourself being afraid of how your tee...

In this episode, I'm joined by my life coach, Karen Miller. In a recent consultation, she gave me a list of self-care tips, and I wanted her to share them with you too!  Listen in to hear about:  mom guilt tips for surviving and thriving as parents the value of date night how to stay connected to Jesus the difference between a child-centered home and Christ-centered home a tip for simplifying...

I'm joined again by Chelsea Jacobs in part two of our conversation. In this episode, we explore the wide world of children's literature.  Listen in as we talk about using books to share the world with our children.  You'll hear about:  a biblical perspective on diversity books to share the world with your children how to integrate other cultures into our lives  the power of bonding...

I'm honored to have a long-time friend on the podcast today!  Chelsea Jacobs and her husband, Mark, live in Dallas and have four children. Their family's story is fascinating, hard, sad, yet joyful. I want you to hear it! Listen in. In this episode, you'll hear about:  how God used a tragedy to make Chelsea brave how the Jacobs began homeschooling their family's adoption story...

I'm joined by Greta Eskridge, author of Adventuring Together, to talk about how to navigate technology with teens and protect them from pornography.  In this episode, you'll hear about:  connecting with your children through books and adventure technology as a loaded gun the need to be proactive about technology walking with children through hurt giving kids a foundation for real connect...

Are you frustrated with your news intake? In a world where so much news is available, it can be overwhelming!  My new friend, Rachel Reeves, recently began sharing headlines on her Instagram stories to help folks engage with current events in a way that isn't overwhelming. Rachel helps her followers find a balance to walk the line of exposing children to current events while also protecting t...

In this episode, I'm back with Dr. Bill Sears. He shares from his wealth of knowledge and experience as a pediatrician. You don't want to miss it!   We talk about:  the brain's need for natural light what Dr. Sears tells brand new parents omega 3s during pregnancy must-have foods  baby's first foods the need to shape young tastes four tools to help your children succeed the neu...

In this episode, I'm joined by a self-proclaimed small town doc in California, Dr. William Sears. We met when my son was four years old and have been friends ever since.  Bill and his wife, Martha, have written forty-five books on the topics of parenting, nutrition, healthy aging, and more.  You'll hear about:  Dr. Sears' take on lifestyle medicine his idea of pre-loading their bodi...

This week, I'm back with Bruce and Sonya Manson for part two of our conversation. The Mansons  have attended my seminars in California for years and years. They are amazing veteran homeschoolers! In this episode, we talk about their family's most treasured books and the way literature has impacted them over the years.  You'll hear about:  making children lovers of books the power of...

* Early bird registry for the upcoming webinar ends today, 9/1! Click HERE to register. I've known Bruce and Sonya Manson for a few decades now. We met in preschool!! ;-) Bruce is a public school teacher who's own children are homeschooled! I love the Manson's perspective. They have truly drunk the kool-aid of my literature based approach to education. You'll hear about the Man...

If you've been around for any length of time, you've probably heard me talk about getting your children outside.  I'm very passionate about children spending lots of time outdoors! It's often the remedy to many ills. However, it's not always easy to get kids outside and sometimes requires creativity. This conversation with Jesse and Rachel Winchester will inspire you to bu...

In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan Gikas, a co-founder and co-director of The Verses Project. His heart is to write music for the Church to sing the Scriptures. I was so blessed by talking with Ryan about their ministry. Be sure to download The Verses Project’s new app that makes it super easy to memorize scripture to great music! Click HERE to register for my upcoming webinar on September 11th!...

If you have heard my philosophy, you know I strongly emphasize history. In teaching children chronologically through history, a timeline is especially helpful. Very often in the seminars I teach, it becomes difficult to talk at length about history timelines.  This episode covers my general approach to history, why I recommend creating history timelines with your children, and my tips and tricks t...