Homeschool with Moxie Podcast

Your homeschool graduate is almost ready - but what comes next? College, career, trade school, or gap year - here's how to help them launch with confidence. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/356

Confused about homeschool transcripts? Learn how to assign credits, write course descriptions, and build a transcript that works - without the overwhelm. This is our second episode in our 3-episode high school series. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/355

High school is where most homeschool parents hit a wall of self-doubt. This episode and the next two will take you from panicked to prepared . Thinking about homeschooling high school but feeling overwhelmed? Here's what it actually looks like — and why you can do this.  Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/354

Homeschool parents, AI isn't going anywhere, so let's talk about how to use it on your terms. In this episode, we cover practical ways to use AI for lesson planning and differentiation, a clear framework for guiding your kids' use, and simple steps to get started this week. This is the episode that takes you from overwhelmed by technology to confidently in control of it. Show notes are...

In this episode, we’re talking to the homeschool mom who feels behind and constantly caught in comparison. You’ll learn how to reset your perspective, redefine real progress, and take simple next steps to move forward without pressure or overwhelm. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/352

You need a simple plan. Don’t overthink it. And don’t spend every weekend planning for next week. In this re-air of episode 309, we talk through these actionable strategies for planning for next homeschool year in less than an hour – so you can enjoy your summer! Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/351

As your homeschool journey winds down with your last child, the emotions can be unexpected and complex. This episode is a steady reminder that you don’t have to prove anything in this final season — you’re not losing your purpose, you’re stepping into a new one. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/350

This episode is for the mom quietly wondering if homeschooling might be right for her family—but feeling unsure, afraid, or unqualified. We’ll talk through the doubts, the pull you can’t ignore, and how to make a thoughtful decision without pressure or guilt. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/349

This episode is for the homeschool mom who feels exhausted, overwhelmed, and quietly wondering if she can keep going. We’re talking about what burnout really means, why it happens, and the gentle shifts that can help you reset without giving up on your homeschool. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/348

In this episode, I’m diving into the newly launched Homeschool Resource Co Marketplace — a homeschool-focused platform designed to help families easily find curriculum, printables, and digital resources all in one place. We’ll talk about how it works, how it compares to other resource sites, and whether it’s worth exploring for your homeschool. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/347

Before you homeschool a teen, there are a few critical shifts every parent needs to understand. This episode covers 10 things that will help you navigate motivation, independence, high school expectations, and your changing role with confidence. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/346

In this episode, we explore  The Call of the Wild + Free  by Ainsley Arment and why it’s such an encouraging, perspective-shifting read for homeschool parents. If you’re craving more freedom, confidence, and joy in your homeschool, this book reminds you that learning was never meant to be boxed in. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/345

If you’ve already sensed that traditional schooling wasn’t serving your family, this episode will feel like confirmation. We unpack John Taylor Gatto’s  Dumbing Us Down  and discuss how his critique of compulsory schooling aligns with the values many homeschool parents are already living out. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/344

The Dyslexic Advantage  reframes dyslexia as a strength-based difference rather than a deficit. In this episode, we talk about why this book is so encouraging and practical for homeschool parents who want to nurture confidence, curiosity, and long-term success in their children. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/343

This episode breaks down why  The Well-Trained Mind  remains a staple in homeschooling, from explaining developmental learning stages to offering practical tools like narration, notebooking, schedules, and record keeping. You’ll learn how knowing the “why” behind each stage simplifies teaching—no experience required. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/342

Now that we're halfway through the school year, here's the good, the bad, and the ugly of our 7th grade curriculum choices. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/341

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by trying to fit every subject into every day—or guilty when real life throws your plans off - then you need to consider looping! Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/340

Today we’re talking about one of my absolute favorite ways to simplify your homeschool and make learning richer at the same time—and that’s studying history together as a family. You can find the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/339

Today I want to encourage you with something simple and powerful:  you absolutely can homeschool your special needs child . And not only can you—you may be the very best person to do it. So let’s walk through some of the reasons why homeschooling isn’t just an option - it might be the most empowering, flexible, life-giving path for your family. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/338

Small homeschooling lessons today become major downstream results tomorrow. This episode encourages you to trust the long game. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/337

Back in 2022, BlazeTV podcaster  Steve Deace  released his children’s book  Why Thanksgiving?  In this conversation, he shares why recovering the  Christian roots of America’s founding  is so important in today’s culture. You’ll also find plenty of  encouragement for homeschooling  in this uplifting discussion. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/336

We’re talking about what to do when all those homeschool ideas — magazines, blogs, and social media posts — start to feel more overwhelming than inspiring. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/335

Learn how to create a simple, sustainable homeschool routine that keeps learning meaningful even on your hardest days. Show notes are at  https://www.4onemore.com/334

Are you wondering if you’re teaching reading the “right” way—or if your child is ready to start learning phonics? You’re not alone! In this episode, reading coach  Melanie Jeffrey  joins us to bring calm, clarity, and confidence to homeschool moms navigating the early reading years. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/333

What if your child doesn’t go to college—then what?  Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free  joins me to explore real options for homeschool families choosing a different path. Find the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/332