Homeschool Unrefined

This is the last episode in our summer chat series where we talk about what's going well, what needs tweaking and answer a listener question.  Today's listener question is all about how to handle homeschool skeptics.  We'll give you our best advice for how to think about and answer those curious questioners.  As always, we end the show with what we're Loving This Week. Curried Sloppy Joes in Sweet...

In this episode, we challenge the notion that homeschool parents need to do loads of planning.  We encourage you to know yourself and do what works best for YOU.  Do you love to plan?  Then go for it! Does the thought of planning overwhelm you?  Do you like to plan differently than other homeschool parents you know?  It's ok - embrace your style because everything will go more smoothly if you do....

This episode is another in our Summer Chat Series where were are talking about what's going well, what needs tweaking and we answer one listener question.  This week's listener question is all about how we handle transitions, large and small.  We thought it was an appropriate week to tackle the topic since many of us are transitioning back into school.  Of course, we also chat about what we are Lo...

Today is a fun one!  Maren's husband Sean joins our show to talk all about how he and Maren met, his background, his views on education and why he thinks the world needs homeschooled kids.  This would be a perfect episode to share with a reluctant homeschooling partner because they talk all about how they came to the decision to homeschool together and the many reasons why it's a good fit for thei...

This is the last episode in our summer book club series where we'll be talking about chapters 5 & 6 of the book, How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish.  Today we talk all about praise and freeing children from playing roles.  Join us! Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at  www.aud...

Welcome to the next episode in our Summer Chat Series.  In these episodes, we will be talking about what's going well, what we need to tweak and we'll answer one listener question.  Today our listener question is all about what to do with younger children when you are trying to homeschool the older kids.  If you have more than one child, chances are you've struggled with this!  Additionally, there...

We are continuing our Summer Book Club with the book How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish.  We're chatting about Chapters 3 & 4 today and we'd love to have you join us whether you've read the chapters or not.  We talk specifically about alternatives to punishment and encouraging autonomy in children.  Today's podcast is brought to you by audi...

We are super excited to welcome Vanessa Wright to our show today.  Vanessa is a long-time homeschool mom of three tweens whose family has endured some considerable challenges in the past couple years.  We hope her story encourages you whether you are going through a tough time right now or not.   Stephanie Elms Five in a Row Brave Writer Unglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw Emotions  b...

This is the week when we dive in to our summer read, How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk  by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, where we'll be covering chapters 1-2.  Do not feel like you need to have read the book to listen in on our conversation. You'll still get a lot of great tips to put into practice right away.  We'll review information in each chapter and chat about our...

Today we are continuing our Summer Chat Series where we talk about what's going well, what's currently a challenge and one listener question.  Our listener question this week is all about quiet time.  Do you have a daily quiet time?  What does it look like?  Our summer book club starts next week!  We'll be reading How To Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk  by Adele Faber and Ela...

Feelings on homeschool co-ops can be complicated.  In this episode, we discuss all of those feelings as well as what's going well and what is a challenge for us right now.  We chat about all of this along with our Loving This Week! Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/homeschoolunrefined . Over 180,000 titles to...

Today we dive in to a topic that is very personal to both of us, the Highly Sensitive Person.  We talk about:  What is a Highly Sensitive Person? How are adult and children HSPs alike and different? How to find out if you or your child is an HSP. Things HSPs need to do to take care of themselves. What modifications your child who is an HSP may need.   The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive in...

We are spreading the love of ear reading and audiobooks!  This episode is packed with reasons you should give ear reading a try and reasons it is sometimes more beneficial than eye reading.  Listening to stories is a great way to connect your kids to the love of literature and great books giving them the confidence to try eye reading on their own. Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get...

Need some help figuring out some easy things to do with your kids this summer? Maren and Angela share some simple* and fun summer projects** for kids of all ages.   *emphasis on simple **holding the term project very loosely Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/homeschoolunrefined . Over 180,000 titles to choose...

  Want to hear the actual books we read with our kids this year?  Tune in for a conversation filled with book talk.  We'll each talk about the picture and chapter books we enjoyed the most with our kids this year. The Hatchet , The River , Brian's Winter , Brian's Return , and Brian's Hunt by Gary Paulson The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis The Magician's Nephew by CS Lewis Ada Twist,...

Having a Don't Do list is just as important as having a To Do List and today we are hashing that all out.  In order to do the things you love to do, there are going to be things you can't do.  What things are on your Don't Do list so that you can do the things you love? Everlane: The Cotton V T-shirt Bittersweet by Shauna Niequist Hello Fresh Loving This Week Angela: Hallelujah Anyway by Anne Lamo...

It's hard for us to contain our excitement about this week's episode.  Though we love many different personality typing systems, the Enneagram is our newest love.  Today we are welcoming our friend Amanda Ginn to the show and the three of us chat about all 9 Enneagram types and how knowing your type can help you as a homeschool parent.  If you've never taken an Enneagram test before or are unsure...

Summer's coming!  In the homeschool world, summer is a time of change.  Even for those who homeschool year round, there are new things to change up your routine from weather to friends to vacations.  Join us as we talk through our summer plans, what we're keeping the same and what we'll change up. Logic of English Bravewriter maandpamodern on Instagram Nessy Personality Hacker Podcast Episode 167...

It's our 20th Episode and we are celebrating by getting chatty!  We talk all about how our homeschools are going - what's going well and what needs a little tweaking.  We also chat about where we find inspiration these days. Join us! Voxer Bravewriter Math Lessons for Living Education Prodigy Math   Poetry Tea Time Esperanza Rising Read Aloud Revival Podcast Susan Wise Bauer's Audio Workshops - Ho...

Today we are super excited to have Danielle Miller on the podcast to chat with us all about Charlotte Mason.  Whether you're a seasoned Charlotte Mason homeschooler or this is the first you've heard of this method, you're sure to leave this conversation with a few ideas you can easily implement right away. Hamilton: The Revolution Paddle to the Sea The Wonderful Wizard of Oz The Burgess Bird Book...

One major perk of homeschooling is the flexibility to travel as a family.  We are big fans of this family activity and learning opportunity.  You don't have to go far to reap all the benefits travel has to offer.  Join us as we talk about the whys and hows of traveling as a family as well as our completely opposite travel planning styles. Loving This Week Angela: S-Town Maren: Joy Eggerichs Reed's...

Join us as we talk about how we use routines in our homeschool.  We'll talk about how routines create freedom and security for kids and parents.  There is no one size fits all for routines because every parent and child needs something different, so it is helpful to find what works for you and embrace it. Whole30 Melissa Hartwig's Instagram 17 Simple Tips for Eating Healthier Math Lessons For a Li...

It's that time of year where we ask ourselves tough questions about why we're on this journey.  Need some help solidifying your reasons for homeschooling?  Maren and Angela share lots of great reasons why they homeschool.  Maybe it will help you with your whys. (And we talk about our lack of make-up savvy).  LTW Maren - HP Printer Angela - Survivor   Visit our  website Join our closed Facebook gro...

As homeschool parents, we can't and shouldn't do it all.  In this episode, we explore ways in which we invite others in by delegating our work with home and school.   Your Business Math Instacart Blue Apron Loving This Week Maren - Patagonia Sweater Angela - Start Up Also mentioned: How I Built This Reply All Mystery Show Heavyweight Serial Season 1   Visit our  website Join our closed Facebook gr...

Today's episode is all about living a crunchy lifestyle!  We talk about our personal stories and journeys toward a more natural, healthy way of life.  We also share a few tips and tricks as well as what we are Loving This Week. Whole30 Uber Eats The Business of Being Born Azure Standard CSA - Community Supported Agriculture Elderberry Syrup Recipe Fire Cider Recipe Plant Therapy Kidsafe Plant Ther...