Little by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschooling and Motherhood

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     Homeschooling allows us a unique opportunity to disciple and share the world with our children. And we can be intentional about how we do that. Today's guest, Amber O'Neal Johnston Of Heritage Mom, has done just that with her homeschool. She realized that she can give her chi...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   It's such an exciting time of the year! There are so many amazing homeschool curriculum options out there and it's now time to make some choices. Let's back up to the fact that there are a lot of options. Which one to choose? I have a simple step-by-step process that served...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     When you're in the trenches of homeschooling, you wonder if all of this is worth it? The academics, discipleship, life skills, character building, activities, housework...and on and on. It sure would be nice to have some confirmation that you're on the right track. Drawing fr...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   As you near the end of this homeschool year, how are you feeling about it?  One way to help you create a great homeschool is to reflect back upon the year. But, it has to be done honestly. Painting a perfect picture doesn't help you, your children, or your family as a whole. Today&...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     Why is it that writing so often brings tears from homeschoolers? And maybe even outright refusal to do a writing assignment. Today's guest, Julie Bogart, has been helping homeschool families overcome this fear, dread, and even hatred of writing. Her perspective is so refreshing a...

GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   Academics is often what brings many families to homeschooling. But then, we realize that so much else is important in our parenting and the home education years. One topic that keeps coming up lately, even in conversations with my grown children, is the balance between rules and relationship with parents and chil...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     Who doesn't want a happy homeschool mom? The kids sure do. Your husband does. And I can guarantee that you do too! Let's think of today's episode as a big pot of stew. We'll throw 10 ingredients into it and out pops a happier homeschool mom. Grab a pen and paper and t...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   You've got plans, ideas, and goals for your homeschool. But, it's hard to keep the momentum going day in and day out. You know that consistency is key. But, what is holding you back from that? I have an answer. And it's going to sting a little bit. But, don't worry, I&#...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   It does not matter the size of your home or the amount of people living within it. The truth is that it is an uphill battle to keep up with everything, especially now that you homeschool your children. Dana K. White, from A Slob Comes Clean, shares how God worked a struggle in her life...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   We sure do love and feel entitled to our alone time in motherhood, don't we? And listen, I'm right there with you. That was a coveted goal of mine, until...well, you'll get to hear my story. You may be thinking about homeschooling or feeling like you are missing out on some...

SIMPLIFY YOUR MEAL PLANNING https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/meal   Like you, I was so concerned about homeschooling high school. It felt like something that was beyond my knowledge set. To be honest, at times it was. But, that didn't mean I couldn't do it. And the same goes for you! Whether you currently have a teen or are looking ahead to 1, 3, or 10 years down the road, my goal is t...

SIMPLIFY YOUR MEAL PLANNING https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/meal     "Hey, Mom! What's for dinner?" Did you just cringe with that question? I know that I used to. There are so many decisions that you need to make every single day and what's for dinner...breakfast, lunch, or snacks...isn't something you should need to decide each day. There is a better way! And that is meal...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     Let's recognize the elephant in the room and have a conversation that is much needed in the homeschool world. We all experience it at some point, so why not talk about it? The topic is: burnout. What is it? What causes it? And how do you get to the other side? But, not only that....

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint     It's so easy to get caught up in all the things you think you need to do in your homeschool with young children. Often, that is influenced by what school is doing. But, what if the basics are actually the foundation for the success in future academics? Jennifer Pepito of The Peac...

CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     Every day is full of choices on how to spend your time as a homeschool mom. Some lead to positive outcomes. Some to what appears to be benign results. And others don't add anything good to your days. After all the years of raising babies up through young adults, I know what it's like...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome       Are you feeling a little bonkers in your brain? The to-do list, educational goals, discipling and discipling children, and keeping up with your home is all jumbled together and...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome       You've heard that it's a good idea to teach your homeschool children character. And you're convinced that it will be a good use of your time. But, where do you start...

JOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship     Calling all homeschool mom's who have been met with resistance when teaching a child writing skills! I know you've got your hand raised on that one. And if you don't, well, maybe give it a little more time. Lol! But for those of you who have had one too many writing lessons end in tears, I know how you feel. Throug...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome       Most of homeschool is done within the confines of our own homes and families. But, it sure feels good to know that you are not alone. And not only that, but you have people who...

JOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship     Questioning your ability to homeschool probably happens often. Maybe on a weekly basis. Possibly even daily. You've taken on what is seen as a unique responsibility in our culture. Everyone else just puts their kids on the bus or joins the carpool line and they just assume that their children will be educated properly. But...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     If you've heard it once, you've heard it a million times...or close to that number. But, how do we respond within Christian circles to the scrutiny against homeschooling?...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/   Welcome to the mid-homeschool year slump! I know it doesn't feel good to be here, but it's actually a testament to all you've done so far this homeschool year. But, let's get out of this stuck mode tha...

TAKE THE SURVEY AND WIN A BOOK! https://bit.ly/lbylsurvey     You never meant to be here. Stuck in a place that wasn't a part of your homeschooling plan. And you know it's time to dig yourself out. But where to begin? Consider this episode a friendly hand reaching out to help pull you out and guide you into making the changes to your homeschooled child's education that need to be made....

TAKE THE SURVEY AND WIN A BOOK! https://bit.ly/lbylsurvey     Most likely, you attended school and have memories of events and activities that you still carry with you. But, you chose a different course for educating your children. And you wonder if your homeschooled children are missing out on some pivotal events that take place at school. Today's episode is a little food for thought. You hav...

DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome     So often in homeschool, you can get overwhelmed with all of the subjects, that a few of them, including history, can easily slide off the radar. In the back of your mind you really w...