School to Homeschool

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Moore, a cognitive psychologist, child development specialist, ADHD mom, and Director of Psychology and Research at LearningRx, to talk about supporting kids with ADHD at home and in school. We discuss 504 plans, IEP struggles, homeschooling with ADHD, emotional regulation, sleep, nutrition, exercise, medication, and what parents can do when the traditional...

In this episode, I pause to honor America's 250th birthday and reflect on what it means to teach our children about liberty, history, virtue, and truth....AND revisit a past episode to remember our past.  SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook...

In this episode, I talk with Elyse Scheeler, a licensed speech-language pathologist, special needs advocate, homeschool coach, and host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood . We talk about IEPs, speech delays, sensory needs, ADHD, executive functioning, and why parents can homeschool a child with additional needs. If you are wondering whether school is the only place your child can receive support, th...

After years of researching education history, I decided to try something radical: teaching my children with textbooks from the 1800s and early 1900s. In this episode, I share the surprising results, the books we're using, and why these simple, straightforward resources may hold lessons modern education has forgotten. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign U...

In this episode, I talk with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation , about the growing crisis of aimlessness among young people and how families can prepare them for adulthood without relying solely on traditional education. We discuss purpose, practical skills, entrepreneurship, adventure, and helping teens become capable, confident adults. Connect with Matt Smith on Twitter Learn More about T...

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What happens when a lifelong academic discovers that true education isn't found in credentials, but in curiosity? In this conversation with Megha Lillywhite of Classical Ideals, we discuss autodidactic learning, homeschooling, classical education, beautiful children's literature, the decline of artistic standards, the pursuit of beauty, and why independent thinking matters more than ever. If you'v...

Why do kids forget so much of what they learn—and why does school seem to make burnout worse instead of better? In this episode, we break down the science behind how the brain actually learns, including the role of memory consolidation , rest, and recovery. Backed by research from experts like Matthew Walker and Andrew Huberman , this video explains why constant input without recovery leads to poo...

In this episode, I talk with Nick Robinson from The Homeschool Helper about homeschooling teenagers, Classical Conversations, family culture, and raising kids who know how to think independently in an AI-driven world. Nick shares: Why his family chose homeschooling The power of community and co-ops Why middle and high school homeschooling matters How to nurture curiosity and creativity The role da...

Are rabbit holes distractions…or the foundation of true education? Janae explores why curiosity-driven learning helps children retain information longer, connect subjects naturally, develop critical thinking skills, build endurance, and stay intellectually alive. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool Yo...

For years, parents have been told to focus on managing behavior, following plans, and fixing their child's struggles. But what if that approach is missing the most important piece? We talk about why true progress for special needs families starts with the parent—our mindset, our emotional health, and our ability to lead our homes with clarity and strength. Dawn shares practical resources, includin...

Ever wondered about the transformative power of free play in a child's life? Prepare for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Peter Gray, an evolutionary psychologist and child development expert, as we journey through his research on self-directed learning and the crucial role of play in development and learning. Drawing from his personal experiences and groundbreaking research, Dr. Gray offers in...

What if dyslexia isn't actually a lifelong learning disability—but a solvable problem that's been misunderstood? In this episode, I sit down with a certified dyslexia therapist to uncover what's really happening when children struggle to read. We dive into the science of reading, why so many kids are being misdiagnosed, and how traditional schooling methods may be creating the very problem they cl...

Is high school truly preparing our kids for the real world—or quietly holding them back? In this episode, I share real conversations with teens, historical insights, and a bold alternative to the modern high school model. From rising illiteracy to peer-driven identity and wasted years, we unpack what's broken—and what parents can do instead. If you've ever wondered, "Is there a better way?" —this...

What if everything we've been told about education is wrong? In this episode, I sit down with a mom of 15 and a 37-year homeschool veteran to uncover what children actually need to learn—and what might be unnecessary. We talk about the four pillars of true education, the power of simple, effective tools like vintage curriculum, and how kids thrive when given time, freedom, and strong foundations....

School isn't built for how children actually learn. It often forces knowledge that doesn't stick, labels it 'education,' and leaves children feeling like they've failed simply because  the system doesn't fit how their minds work. In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of the modern classroom. We discuss:   The Mismatch: Why the current school structure ignores natural learning processes. ...

It is time we put God back.  In this episode, I walk through my personal hypothesis, looking at the historical role of faith in education, the shift toward progressive ideologies, and what I see as the consequences in today's classrooms—rising illiteracy, behavioral issues, and a breakdown of values. I also share examples from vintage curricula like McGuffey Readers, along with a fascinating behav...

Why do kids graduate from school knowing calculus… but not how money works? In this episode, I talk with Lucy Taylor , a student entrepreneur at University of Austin , who is building an innovative platform called Aurum to teach financial literacy through gamification and AI. Lucy began her entrepreneurial journey at just five years old selling eggs, and today she's developing what she calls a "fl...

What if the most powerful way to teach your child isn't explaining—but asking better questions? In this we discuss how the Socratic Method can transform homeschooling conversations into powerful learning experiences. Instead of memorizing information or preparing for tests, children learn to think critically, analyze ideas, and defend their reasoning . More about the Socratic Method from Veritas P...

Think your teen's "cute" dragon book is safe? Think again. In this episode, three teenage girls (ages 18-19) reveal how "spice" and explicit content are being marketed to girls as young as 11 . From the "Fourth Wing" hype to the deceptive "cartoony" covers at Walmart, Katie, Sherise, and Emily break down why they are choosing to stay clean in a sexualized book culture. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURC...

In this THROWBACK episode, I sit down with Julie to discuss the importance of raising critical thinkers and what it means to truly invite teenagers into deeper thinking. Julie shares the inspiration behind herbook Becoming a Critical Thinker , a self-guided experience designed to help teens develop independent thought, curiosity, and intellectual confidence through journaling, reflection, and mean...

In this episode, I sit down with Cheryl Daley of The Homeschool How To Podcast to talk about what really pushed her into homeschooling — from working inside government systems to realizing why traditional education doesn't work for most families. They discuss de-schooling, curriculum myths, unschooling, screen exposure, and why relationship always comes before academics. If you're on the fence abo...

Getting teens to talk isn't about fixing their feelings—it's about creating emotional safety. In this episode, we talk about how parents can become a safe place for teens to open up, why advice often shuts conversations down, and how simple presence builds trust over time. We explore: Why availability matters more than schedules How listening without fixing changes everything Why side-by-side conv...

Meet Dr. Theresa Lyons — international autism educator, Ivy League scientist, and autism parent. She's the founder and CEO of Navigating AWEtism, a groundbreaking platform that transforms the overwhelming complexity of autism science into clear, actionable steps for families. With a Ph. D. from Yale and a deeply personal mission, Dr. Lyons has worked with parents in over 21 countries, bringing evi...

We didn't make education better—we made it more complicated. In this episode, I compare modern textbooks to books from 1877 and explain why kids are struggling with math, grammar, and learning today—and how simpler, classical methods may be the answer. The Deliberate Dumbing Down of America by Charlotte Iserbyt ONLINE FREE Vintage Book List Link SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Sign Up for the Sch...