Homeschool with Moxie Podcast

If you’re spending all weekend erasing and crossing out lesson plans from your teacher book because you’re not where you thought you’d be on day #108, then stop. Simplify your planning instead. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/206

If you’re ready to start homeschooling, here’s the 30,000 foot view with my advice as a seasoned homeschool mom with soon to be 3 high school homeschool graduates. You don’t have to wait until everything is perfect! Show notes are at 4onemore.com/205

Are you pulling your kids out of school on short notice and need a simple homeschool plan?  Here is some good news:  it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You really can start homeschooling tomorrow! Show notes are at 4onemore.com/204

If you have a bunch of littles and you’re doubting your ability to add homeschooling into the mix, this episode is for YOU. We’ll tackle the question from a local homeschool mom: Will I be too overwhelmed if I homeschool with 3 kids under 5? Show notes are at 4onemore.com/203

Has anyone ever said to you? “Wow, you’re lucky you can afford to homeschool.” Why do people always assume only wealthy people can afford to homeschool? We’ve been a one-income family for our entire married lives and have managed to live well on one budget and homeschool successfully. So today I’m answering the question: “What has enabled you to financially homeschool long-term?” Show notes are at...

Do you need to teach preschool at home? Should you use a formal curriculum? What are the skills that preschoolers need to know? Download a preschool skills checklist in the show notes at 4onemore.com/201

Are you a second generation homeschooler? Maybe you feel like you're starting from a different place than other homeschool moms. In this episode, we’re answering a listener’s question about this topic as we chat with second generation homeschooler, Sarah McCubbin, of TenMinuteMomentum.com Show notes are at 4onemore.com/200

Deschooling provides a valuable buffer between traditional schooling and homeschooling. It gives you the time and space to really get to know your kids, how they learn best, and to clarify why you’re bringing them home for school. Here’s what you need to know about deschooling. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/199

What do you do if curriculum isn’t working for you mid-year? Do you have to finish it? If you stop using it, what should you do instead?  Here’s some helpful advice for those mid-year slumps when homeschooling just isn’t going well. Show notes are 4onemore.com/198

Are you overwhelmed because everyone needs you all day? There’s a better way. You can transition from parent-led to student-led work time so you can get housework done, work on your side business, take care of the baby, or work with younger ones who still need more intensive mom-time and attention. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/197

Homeschool families accumulate a lot of digital files! Here's how to organize digital homeschool resources so that you will actually use them. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/196

It's the right time of the year to analyze how the fall semester of homeschooling went for you and your kids. What worked? What frustrated you or them? How can you fix it? Here's how to choose ONE thing to fix to make your homeschooling or homemaking much smoother. We'll do a quick walk-through of a SMART Goals New Year Reset for homeschool moms. Are you overwhelmed with homeschooling right now? U...

This interview with Cara Harvey from Purpose Driven Mom first aired as episode 170 in July 2022. But this is the perfect time of year to revisit this topic and this episode is packed full of actionable strategies! Want to read this conversation later and take notes? Download a PDF in the show notes at 4onemore.com/194

Our free 25 Day Productivity Challenge will give you bite-sized tasks or ideas to implement each day. Don’t worry if you miss a day, just keep going from where you left off. It's a great way to get on the right foot as a homeschooling mom so you're ready to start a fresh new year with more peace, confidence, and efficiency.

A friend recommended Notgrass History to us several years ago when I asked for high school history recommendations, so now I'm recommending it for your consideration. Here's why it works for us and might be a great fit for you. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/192

Homeschool moms AND their entrepreneurial teens can still bring in a great side income selling on Etsy. Here's what you need to know, the changes I've seen since 2012, and my tips for you if you want to get started. Show notes include a FREE Etsy Quickstart Checklist at 4onemore.com/191

When you feel like your days are mundane and you're not accomplishing anything "big" then you need to remind yourself of these two truths: Growth starts small & growth takes time. Here's your homeschool pep talk for the week :) Show notes are at 4onemore.com/190

When you're discouraged or overwhelmed with your responsibilities as a homeschool mom, you need to remind yourself of this truth: this season won't last forever.   Show notes are at 4onemore.com/189

Many homeschool families find themselves wondering if the Mystery of History by Linda Lacour Hobar or Story of the World by Susan Wise Bauer would be a better fit for them. Since we’ve used both courses in our homesechool through the years, I thought I’d offer my perspective about both of them. Here’s everything you want to know about MOH and SOTW and which one you should use in your homeschool.&n...

Have you used any Outschool classes in your homeschool? Today we're chatting with CEO & founder of Outschool, Amir Nathoo, about how the platform has grown, how a live class works, and why you should consider using it as part of your homeschool day. Plus, we have a great offer where new customers can get a $20 credit toward a live Outschool class! Show notes are at 4onemore.com/187

One of the main concerns of new homeschool moms is that their children will have gaps in their learning if they homeschool. We'll address this concern and give some practical solutions. You can find the show notes at 4onemore.comm/186

In today's episode we'll chat with BlazeTV podcaster Steve Deace about his new children's book, Why Thanksgiving? The Pilgrims Started Thanksgiving for the Same Reason They Came to America―Because They Loved God. You can enter to win a copy of this book in the show notes at 4onemore.com/185

I received an email from Melissa and she asked some great questions about homeschooling her child with dyslexia. In this episode, I’ll share what I wish I would have known about homeschooling a child with dyslexia. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/184

Did you know that homeschooling is the ultimate IEP? An IEP in the school system refers to an “individualized education program” that allows students with a disability to receive specialized instruction. But you can easily tailor and customize the instruction for all your kids when you homeschool. Learn more at 4onemore.com/183

Are you ready to think outside the box for a fun homeschool speech elective? Why not use Podcasting! We’ll talk about why it’s a great option and how you could give credit on the transcript. Plus, I’ll share a coupon code for The Podcast Launch for Teens if you want to outsource your high school speech class. Show notes are at 4onemore.com/182