Raising Arrows - Large Family Homeschool Life

Sharing God's creation with your children is an important part of their education, but it doesn't have to be complicated to be awe-inspiring!  Today, I'm sharing a few of my favorite nature based resources that don't stress me out! Take my FREE CLASS - 4 Steps to a Better Homeschool Day ! In this episode: Why your children need nature. How to keep nature studies from being overwhelming. Great reso...

Start your homeschool year off on the right foot by meeting individually with each of your kids!  This introduces them to their curriculum and helps them to feel included in and responsible for the lessons they will be learning throughout the school year. Need a homeschool schedule you can stick with? START HERE! In this episode: How to get your kids to "own" their schoolwork. How parent-student c...

How much homeschooling can kids do on their own? This podcast gives you steps to teach your kids to be independent learners and homeschool themselves! Take the Creating a Homeschool Schedule You Love ecourse! SIGN UP HERE! In this episode: What independent learning looks like. The 1 thing you have to believe if you want your kids to work on their own. How your child's interests could be the key to...

How much time do you need to set aside to play with your children?  How do you find time to play in a day full of cooking, cleaning, changing diapers, and just trying to keep up.  And do you really NEED to play with your kids or is this just a guilt trip made up by parenting "experts?"  LISTEN NOW! FREE 30 DAY TRIAL OF READING EGGS > https://readingeggs.com/raisinga GET MY BOOK > So Many Littles,...

Everyone feels left out from time to time, but as a mom, seeing it happen in your own family can be heartbreaking.  Learn what you can do when one of your children feels left out. FREE HOMESCHOOL CLASS 4 Steps to a Better Homeschool Day JOIN NOW! In this episode: Why siblings shouldn't be required to play together all the time. Why friendships between siblings ebb and flow. How to encourage your k...

Get your homeschool day started with a simple Morning Time that helps you set the tone for the entire day!  And guess what?!  It doesn't have to be long and full of lots of extra stuff!  Start simple and work your way up to a Morning Time that fits your family! FREE CLASS - 4 Steps to a Better Homeschool Day SIGN UP HERE! FREE TRIAL OF READING EGGS! https://readingeggs.com/raisinga/ In this episod...

How do I overcome a lack of motivation when I feel lazy or like I can't accomplish anything? This podcast is full of ideas and insight based on my experiences as a mom, homeschooler, and homemaker. FREE TRIAL of MINNO! Christian kids streaming video app Use code: RAISINGARROWS for a 7 DAY FREE TRIAL! SIGN UP HERE: GoMinno.com In this episode: Why your lack of motivation may be a need for rest. How...

Yes, you ARE smart enough to homeschool, plus learn how to play up your strengths and overcome your weaknesses! FREE 7 DAY TRIAL OF MINNO Christian kids streaming video app! use code: RAISINGARROWS In this episode: How to strengthen your academic weaknesses. How to find resources to teach your weak subjects. How your strengths become the icing on your homeschool cake! Resources mentioned: Minno st...

Making a homeschool schedule doesn't have to be hard!  Learn how to make a simple schedule that helps you stay consistent and on track! Get more homeschool scheduling help with my books: Home Management for the Homeschool Mom Flexible Homeschool Planning In this episode: How to find the "right" block of time for homeschooling. How to order subjects to make your schedule simple! New scheduling cour...

Large family = Lots of dishes!  Learn how to stay on top of the dish washing with a busy household and lots of littles! Go HERE to get your Laugh and Learn Bible today! In this episode: How to keep up with dishes when you only have little kids. How to set up dish washing chores when the kids get older. Resources to help large families manage all those dishes. And so much more! Resources mentioned:...

Is there a homeschooling skeptic in your midst?  Do you feel like every time your turn around you have to prove your kids are actually learning?  This podcast shares simple ways to "prove" your children are learning at home without making them regurgitate facts and figures on command! Get the Laugh and Learn Bible for Easter this year! (tell the grandparents!) In this episode: The real reason the...

How much should you expect of the young adults living in your home?  What if they are going to college or have a job?  How do you set rules and boundaries that make sense for your adult child and the rest of your family?  Learn from our mistakes! Read the post: Mistakes We Made Parenting Our Live-At-Home College Student Resources mentioned:  Empowering Parents section on adult children living in y...

Simplify your homeschool by teaching the same subject to all of your children at the same time!  Learn how in this episode! Get your copy of Large Family Homeschooling HERE ! In this episode: Subjects that easily lend themselves to being taught all together. How to teach to varying ages. How to choose curriculum that helps you teach everyone all together. How to keep young ones engaged and older c...

Feeding a healthy diet to your large family takes coordination, time, and resources, but it's not as difficult as you may think.  With a little creativity and grace, you can easily feed your family healthy meals that don't take all your time, energy, and money! >> BUY Home Management for the Homeschool Mom < < In this episode: How to avoid an "all or nothing" approach to healthy eating. Ways to si...

If your homeschool schedule feels chaotic and messy, you probably need to put some anchors in place to keep your homeschool day on track!  Learn how in this episode! Get your 30 day FREE TRIAL of Reading Eggs here! In this episode: What are anchors? How do they help you build a consistent homeschool schedule? Why school needs to start (and end) the same way every day. What happened when I didn't a...

Keep your home tidy and festive this Christmas season...even with a lot of kids...even with homeschooling...even with all the stuff you have to do! Get the Christmas Holiday Homeschool Planner >> Get your FREE Christmas Movie Themed Parties >> Get your FREE Christmas Eve Candlelight Vigil >> In this episode: What we do for Advent & Christmas Why you should focus on tidying up rather than cleaning...

Homeschool moms are busy with a lot of things, but in our busyness are we neglecting to take care of ourselves?  How do we balance all we have to do with our own needs, while avoiding the trap of selfishness?  This podcast might step on a few toes, but it's time we addressed self care as a homeschool mom! FREE 7 DAY TRIAL of Minno with code:  RAISINGARROWS Go to >> GoMinno.com - The streaming serv...

Between education and entertainment, our children spend a lot of time in front of screens.  How do we handle the balance of online and offline when there are a lot of kids in the house and a lot of school needing to be accomplished?  This podcast gives you tangible, practical ideas for setting limits on screen time!  FREE 7 DAY TRIAL of Minno! with code: RAISINGARROWS GoMinno.com This streaming se...

Make your next day trip smooth sailing with these tips on what to pack, how to keep the kids calm, and much more! Check out the new Jonathan Park audio adventures ! use code: arrows for FREE SHIPPING! In this episode: How to make a family day trip enjoyable. How we avoid having phones and a DVD player in the van. How to make a van seating chart to avoid arguments. What should go in your Day Trip B...

Does meal time feel chaotic, loud, and full of picky eaters?  These tips will help you manage meal time with grace and calm when all you have are little ones sitting at your table! Get your FREE FALL FAMILY TRADITIONS BUNDLE ! **hint** There's a coupon code for my Holiday Homeschool Planner Pack inside! In this podcast: Why you need a meal reminder on your phone! Why kid-friendly dinnerware keeps...

As Christians, the things we do as a family take on significance far beyond our earthly home.  Learn why family traditions matter and how to start your own simple traditions today! >> FREE Fall Family Traditions Bundle < < Mentioned in this podcast: Emily's Story Irish Supper (includes free download!) 12 Week Holiday Planner Blessing Tree craft Fall Family Traditions Bundle (free download!) Useful...

Are you worn out and needing a break, but don't know how to get more margin in your homeschool day?  Have you ever felt guilty for using workbooks in your homeschool?  Do you wish you could ditch the workbooks, but you just can't figure out what you would do instead?  This podcast will help you use workbooks to your advantage without making your homeschool dry and boring! Get your FREE FALL FAMILY...

Are you stressed out by homeschooling this year?  This podcast will give you the practical tools you need to become a relaxed homeschool mom! Get my FREE Daily Homemaking Checklist HERE !  Autopilot Homeschooling (podcast #50) How to Put Your Homeschool on Autopilot (post) The Easiest Homeschool Routine Ever! (video) How to Choose Extracurricular Activities for Your Family (podcast #37) Helpful ti...

Are you feeling less than excited about getting back to homeschool?  Start your homeschool year off right with some new (and simple!) traditions! FREE TRIAL OF READING EGGS HERE >> Things you need to check out: Back to Homeschool (post) Homeschooling Year Round information End of Summer Picnic (podcast) End of Summer Picnic (post) A Year of Playing Skillfully (review) Lenspiration (use code ARROWS...

Is your Quiet Time lacking since you had children? It's time to organize your spiritual life! >> GET YOUR FREE FAMILY WORSHIP GUIDE! < < OTHER POSTS YOU SHOULD READ: Family Worship Time - a simple approach How to Have Quiet Time All Day Long RESOURCES YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT: God's Names Parenting with Scripture TIMESTAMPS: 1:03 - What Quiet Time used to be like for me. 2:21 - What "Quiet Time" shoul...