make joy normal: cozy homeschooling

send us a text via Fan Mail! Such a pleasure to welcome Dr. Gordon Neufeld, author of the book Hold On to Your Kids of which I have discussed frequently on this podcast and creator of the Neufeld Institute. We discuss the heart of attachment parenting, common misconceptions, and in depth on our need for connection and relationship.  00:40 - Welcome and introduction 4:02 - Attachment misconceptions...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I discuss strategies when things are difficult in our motherhood and homeschooling. 1:35 - We all have bad days    6:30 - Getting through a crisis 9:52 - Lighthearted discipline 11:20 - Getting things done with a baby 20:34 - Pregnancy and coping with difficulties 23:02 - How it gets easier 26:17 - Attachment to adult vs. peers 34:04 - Screen time for edu...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Author Julie Bogart joins me to discuss her new book and the keys to teaching writing - hint, it's not supposed to be boring! 2:33 - What is the structure of your writing curriculum? 6:05 - At the heart of writing 10:20 - Help! My Kids Hate Writing 15:01 - Teaching composition 18:38 - When to start and skills of writing 27:54 - Playful revision 32:54 - Speech arts...

send us a text via Fan Mail! We discuss many things.  Kids are some of the most interesting people I know.   https://beastacademy.com history with Phillip Campbell  https://interiorkingdom.com Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Pod...

send us a text via Fan Mail! I chat with Cheryl and Garreth about this beautiful labour of love that they are creating.  A collection of the beautiful stories in audio so that our kids can have access to rich and beautiful literature. Such a great addition to family reading.   1:29 - Welcome and about the project 9:30 - Listening to audiobooks as a family  11:47 - Every book is an adventure 12:40...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Suzanne and I chat abut her beautiful new book: She Loved.  Thanks Suzanne for what you offer mothers .  1:58 - Reaching out to others in time of need 4:54 - Welcome and about Suzanne  10:45 - Suzanne's new book She Loved 18:31 - What impact do you hope this book will have? 22:21 - As parents we are always amateurs 25:12 - The vital role of motherhood  35:00 - Rem...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Schedule a coaching session here.  Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! A fascinating conversation on a recent study of homeschooled adults.  Co-author Albert Cheng, PhD, is a Cardus senior fellow and associate professor in the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas. Among his many achievements and areas of study, his research interests include character formation, school-choice policy, faith-based schooling, and home...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Zoe's new FREEBIE! Where I randomly record a catch up conversation between Zoe and myself.   We discuss many things, including, but not limited to: 2:41 - Illness and natural remedies natural cleaning products Skin care 10:48 - Raw milk and the law 14:02 - The decision to homeschool Leaning in to family Let them by Mel Robbins Dealing with new circumstances 21:20...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Christina and I discuss a listener’s experience of loneliness in motherhood.  1:35 - Dealing with loneliness as a mother  3:46 - Deep, interior loneliness vs. physical loneliness   8:15 - Ways to reach out for community 13:55 - Creating a schedule for yourself  16:21 - Seeking spiritual direction  18:53 - Taking care of oneself  23:35 - Filling a need Contact On Instag...

send us a text via Fan Mail! A chat with my accomplice Brian D and myself on the how, why, who, where, when and what of getting things done.  Big emphasis on the why.  2:30 - Our intrinsic need for community 10:27 - Cultivating ideas and gathering in person  23:53 - Create a running list of ideas 26:47 - Planning the logistics  32:44 - Promoting your event  36:30 - Having a supportive team  39:04...

send us a text via Fan Mail! A sweet listener sent this question in...I've dealt with it in the episodes below as well.   "When kids are little, are we doing enough, when should we start school" - creating a rich environment for our children.  https://makejoynormal.buzzsprout.com/1052191/episodes/14648055-how-to-get-started-homeschooling-and-dealing-with-resistance https://makejoyno...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I share our family traditions surrounding the Lenten season.   2:23 - Candlelit Stations of the Cross, Easter Vigil 7:47 - Resurrection Rolls 11:25 - Guiding children spiritually, what to "give up"  12:29 - Hosting a seder supper  14:22 - Storybooks for Lent  16:53 - Spiritual reading and progressive Lent  21:35 - The Passion of the Christ movie...

send us a text via Fan Mail! ideas for making meal prep more pleasant and efficient Search podcast episodes by topic   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! A couple of fan mail questions came up, so I'm sharing my take on it Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! Just some quick thoughts from fan mail questions!  Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Subject matter warning: This episode contains discussion on how to talk to our kids about the virtue of chastity and of our sexuality. This would not be an episode to listen to in the presence of young children.  1:34 - Growing in wisdom and maturity as parents  7:51 - Surrounding ourselves with like-minded famil...

send us a text via Fan Mail! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you, Sjeila for this fabulous episode on teaching math.  Sjeila is a former teacher and math coach before she became a homeschool mom and shares with us the world of math so that we can approach it without fear. 1:07 - Welcome Sjeila and background 3:56 - Being nervous about math  8:00 - Understanding the l...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Recently I was interviewed on a podcast, Homeschooling Saints - with Lisa Mladnich who is a gem.  We talk about the ups and downs, successes and shortcomings of the journey, if you want to have a listen!  video here! Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended...

send us a text via Fan Mail! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thanks for all the fanmail, my dear listeners!  I'm so excited to be able to both engage and be challenged by your amazing questions.  In this episode I respond to two recent fan mail, listed in the title of this episode.  At the end of the episode, I reflect on something that I came across early on that had...

send us a text via Fan Mail! For the last month I've received several questions about breastfeeding topics and even though this has nothing to do with homeschooling it has everything to do with homeschooling - it's how we nurture our children and I'm so grateful for these questions! Christina and I discuss the return of fertility postpartum and if early weaning is necessary to have...

send us a text via Fan Mail! okay high schoolers.  A little more info.   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! First installment of a segment on high school and getting emerging adults participating in their own educational planning.  Today I go over how the system works and the advantage of having agency over your education.  1:49 - Understanding how the system works  6:27 - What university/colleges are looking for 11:11 - Importance of learning how to write 17:09 - Sharpening...

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