Homeschool Moms Unfiltered

The same handful of names are tossed around often for online learning options. You know the ones.... Time 4 Learning, Mia Academy, Acellus/Power Homeschool, Khan Academy, and IXL. In this two-part series, we'll share our thoughts on the best and the best, the "meh" options, and the ones with ethics so far from our own that we wouldn't even consider them. Plus, stay tuned for part...

Reading along isn't mandatory, but if you're keen.... here's a link to the book: https://amzn.to/3MqyBFb (Using our affiliate link doesn't cost you anything extra, but it does help us fund our podcast production. Thank you for your support!) In this episode, we're kicking off a new book! Join us for a discussion about the introduction and chapters 1, 2, and 3 of The Homeschooli...

In this episode, we’ll be discussing “homeschool backlash.”  If you haven’t experienced it yet, you likely will one day.  Or perhaps you’ll be supporting a fellow homeschooler who is experiencing it.   What do we mean by homeschool backlash???  It could be anything from a fringe aunt quizzing your kids on their multiplication tables at a family gathering to your mother-in-law’s steady drumbeat of...

Starting September 2024, Meagan and Amanda will be hosting two live meetings every month on Patreon. Outschool will be sponsoring our September homeschool Q&A, so every attendee at our September 9th session will receive a $5 Starbucks gift card!!! Head over here to join us: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI

We have reached the grand finale of The Homeschooler's Guide to Transcripts and Portfolios! In this episode, we'll be discussing the 120 pages of appendices our loquacious author has shared. There are some great templates here, but you'll also likely find we have gotten a bit punchy by the end of this book. Next week's book club is a fresh start on a new topic! Our next book club p...

We’ve done a few different episodes lately about curriculum and various resources that especially appeal to more traditional homeschoolers. But there are loads of ways to successfully homeschool - some of which, like gameschooling, can be super misunderstood and under-appreciated.  In this episode, we’ll be chatting all things gameschooling with the incomparable Devyn Rick of Devyn’s Video Game Un...

Join us for a discussion about chapters 9 and 10 of Loretta Heuer's book - The Homeschooler's Guide to Transcripts and Portfolios. This week, we'll be discussing the college application process! Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 2x/month and can't wait to meet you. Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI Homeschoolers love a good rabbit hole! Dig in de...

Looking back with 20/20 hindsight, we invite you on a trip down memory lane as we share the lessons we've learned and what we'd do differently if we could restart our homeschooling journeys today. Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 2x/month and can't wait to meet you. Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI Welcome our newest sponsor - Recess! The amazing t...

Join us for a discussion about chapter 8 of The Homeschooler's Guide to Portfolios and Transcripts by Loretta Heuer. In this episode, we'll be winding down our discussion of transcripts before we dive into college applications next week. Homeschoolers love a good rabbit hole! Dig in deeper with our helpful links: https://linktr.ee/homeschoolmomsunfiltered A HUGE thank you to our premier sp...

In this episode, we'll be discussing homeschooling on a dime!  Yes, there are curriculums out there that tally up to the amount of a mortgage payment, but homeschooling doesn’t have to cost a lot.  You can provide a stellar education for your fabulous offspring without breaking the bank.  Grab a pen and paper because we have a slew of free and inexpensive resources coming your way! Homeschoole...

The best-laid plans! Our goal for this episode was to discuss chapters 6, 7, and 8. Alas, we got through 6 & 7. BUT.... the good news is that we are jumping into transcripts with both feet! Come join us! Homeschoolers love a good rabbit hole! Dig in deeper with our helpful links: https://linktr.ee/homeschoolmomsunfiltered A HUGE thank you to our premier sponsor - Hub of Curiosity. They believe...

We have applied to present at SXSW Edu in 2025. Our proposal is titled: Beyond the Four Walls: Homeschooling in the Real World. We would be so grateful for your vote to assist our progress in the selection process. Vote here: http://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/150728 THANK YOU!

In this episode, we'll be talking about neurodivergence and why, as a society, we should all have a better understanding of this topic. We’ll break down some diagnoses that you are likely already familiar with and some you might not be.  Or at least that you might not have realized fall under the umbrella of neurodivergence.  If you're homeschooling neurotypical kiddos.... this episode is...

In this episode, we'll be continuing our discussion of The Homeschooler's Guide to Transcripts and Portfolios by Loretta Heuer. Today we'll be discussing chapters 4 and 5. Homeschoolers love a good rabbit hole! Dig in deeper with our helpful links: https://linktr.ee/homeschoolmomsunfiltered A HUGE thank you to our premier sponsor - Hub of Curiosity. They believe that learning begins wi...

In this episode, we’ll be talking about screen time.  Talk about a hot button topic!  Some people love screens and utilize them heavily in their home life and homeschooling journey.  Some people go the Luddite route and avoid screens altogether.  Screens are often a great source of tension between parents and kiddos. We also often see screentime utilized in disciplinary action well.  Then of cours...

In this episode, we'll be continuing our discussion of Loretta Heuer's book, The Homeschooler's Guide to Transcripts and Portfolios. We'll be discussing chapters 2 and 3. Read along with us or just take the high notes from the episode. The choice is yours and we never judge ;-) *** Current GIVEAWAYS *** #1 Enter to win Homeschool Gone Wild and Teens Unleashed by Karla Marie William...

In a 1998 survey, of kindergarten teachers, 33% said kids should know how to read by the end of kindergarten.  By 2010 that number skyrocketed to 80%.  With such a tremendous focus on literacy in kindergarten, what is being sacrificed to achieve these results?  The answer - more than you probably realize!   OK, but we are homeschoolers, so what does this have to do with us?  A LOT!  The public sch...

It is time to start another book!!!! Our plan for this episode was to discuss the forward and chapters 1-3, but to say Meagan LOVES this book is a bit of an understatement. So we only made it through the end of chapter 1. ((Oops.)) If you'd like to read along with us, the book can be purchased here: https://a.co/d/fVjFXg4 Homeschoolers love a good rabbit hole! Dig in deeper with our helpful li...

Every week we share our main topic episode, but then we also share a book club episode.  So far we’ve read John Holt’s Teach Your Own and Jonathan Mooney’s Normal Sucks.  The next book that we’ll be jumping into this week is The Homeschooler’s Guide to Portfolios and Transcripts - you can find all the details on that in the podcast description wherever you’re listening or watching and on all our s...

Join us for our very first author Q&A! During our last 4 book club episodes, we've been sharing our thoughts from Jonathan Mooney's book Normal Sucks. In this episode, he'll join us to discuss the history of normalcy, the neurodivergence movement, and so much more! We wholeheartedly recommend reading all of Jonathan's books. They're a brilliant blend of insightful and funny...

Writing is a very common topic in the homeschooling world. It makes sense. In just about any career field, you’ll need to be able to express your thoughts in writing. Additionally, right or wrong, people will often judge overall intelligence by the way someone writes. But it can be a very difficult skill to teach. That’s where our guest comes in! Jackson Pearce is a published author with 16 titles...

Join us for our concluding discussion of sections VII & VIII. Next week's book club episode will launch on 7/11/24 and you won't want to miss it! Jonathan Mooney will be joining us for a Q&A about neurodivergence, normalcy, and other awesome topics! ((Plus, we have a very special guest join us at the end of the episode.)) We are currently running not one, but TWO book giveaways!!!...

Unschooling can be very misunderstood by the homeschool community and society at large. In this episode, Karla Marie Williams - who Meagan likes to refer to as the Queen Bee of Unschooling - will share a bit about her journey unschooling her 6 kids. Five of her amazing kids have already launched and are taking the world by storm! We are currently running not one, but TWO book giveaways! #1 Enter t...

In today's episode, we'll be discussing sections V and VI. There's some incredible "meat" in these sections about the power and influences of educators in our lives and the ideas surrounding disabilities. Enter to win a copy of Jonathan Mooney's incredible book - Normal Sucks The winner will be chosen at random on July 20, 2024. Enter here: https://forms.gle/8ZiegrBw49yNY...

In this episode, we’ll be discussing homeschool spaces.  When the pandemic began and learners were sent home, desks were sold out EVERYWHERE!  The default American mindset is that learning occurs at a desk.  However, that may or may not be the most productive choice for your family.  Let’s dig in!  Enter to win a copy of Jonathan Mooney's incredible book - Normal Sucks The winner will be chose...