The Creative Homeschool

In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing homeschooling mom and queen of board games, Paula Wong.   She shared loads of tips from what type of board games are worth your time and money, to where to get them and even that you don’t need to actually read the directions because there is a better way!   If you have ever considered either game-schooling, or just want to incorporate mo...

In this episode, by popular demand, I'm sharing the answer to the most asked question - how do you work and homeschool at the same time?   I'm talking about my daily routine and how I move things around in order to have fun with my kids - and run a company, Soul Sparklettes Art, at the same time.   I'm also emphasizing the importance of finding what drives you to be productive and h...

In this episode, I'm talking about a different approach to planning that focuses on acknowledging and celebrating the small, unplanned moments of learning that happen throughout the day. Rather than feeling like a failure for not accomplishing everything on a set curriculum, I'm talking about how to take time at the end of each day to write down everything that was accomplished, even if...

We are diving into 4 huge questions:   What makes for the perfect homeschool?  How are libraries one of the BEST resources ever for homeschoolers? What's Erica's MUST HAVE item for a homeschool (and do you have one)? How can you support neurodivergence by homeschooling?   The answers might surprise you!   Whether you found yourself unexpectedly homeschooling like Erica, you're think...

Episode 14: Creating a Kid Diner with Canva Something we love in my own homeschool is our yearly projects! This year, my own two girls are creating the Yuck Yuck Diner, using Canva. In this episode, I will lay out this project for you so that your own homeschoolers can create a diner using Canva, too. This project is fantastic because it teaches so many skills, including spelling, grammar, math, g...

Episode 13: So You Want to Start a Co-op: Interview with Sarah Miller In this episode, I interviewed homeschooling mom, Sarah Miller. Join us as we delve into how to create a secular inclusive co-op and what that means, how to find your people (do you need to put a sign on your front lawn to advertise it?) How to organize teaching multiple age groups and where on earth are you going to hold these...

Have you ever felt like you’re not doing “enough” as a homeschooler? Have you ever felt like your kids should be doing “more”? So many homeschoolers share these generally false feelings, especially if they aren't on a tight daily schedule. Join me as we break down these barriers and learn how to use our regular daily moments to learn and refuel ourselves to launch into learning. Have a questi...

If your little learners love Pokemon or collecting any type of toy and you are hoping to inspire them to write or learn a new skill such as photography, this episode is just what you have been waiting for! In this episode, I share a link to a free template in Canva to easily create your own Pokedex and go over how to get it all going. My family had a blast with this activity and I am sure yours wi...

When that blank paper stares at us, it's almost impossible to start. But why? Why are we anxious about art and how do we get past it? Most importantly, how do we avoid passing this anxiety on to our kids? In this episode, I will share insights and exercises to help you get started in ways that will help you get started and not worry about if "you're doing it right".   Have a qu...

Do you believe that some are more creative than others? Join me as I welcome special guest Robin Mead, an artist known for her beautiful and vibrant paintings of flowers, birds, and landscapes, her designs on fabric, her painted papers, and just about everything in between. Throughout the episode, Robin drops incredibly inspirational nuggets of advice, and I'm pretty sure we created a quote b...

Mary Hanna Wilson is the force behind the incredibly popular Celebrate a Book book clubs on Outschool, and a homeschool mom to 3 teens and a newly turned 20 year old.   If you're wondering about the teen years and if YOU can do it - you'll love listening in to Mary's advice and what her biggest surprise was.   Prior to homeschooling, Mary was a teacher and she is still passionate ab...

Move over Chutes and Ladders, board and card games have gotten a serious upgrade! But you don't need to buy games such as Math is Fun! and Addition Fever! in order for kids to practice those skills. Some of the best games out there are fun for you and your kids - and teach math too!     In this episode, I will share with you my top 5 favorite games to incorporate math in a way that will have...

Having the right paper when creating can make or break the art experience.   Too thin and the paint goes through. Too thick and it can get expensive. Do you need 50 different types?   If you have ever looked through your art supplies and wondered if you have the right paper, too much paper or maybe even the wrong paper, I have an amazing secret to share with you. I have discovered the perfect pape...

Join me as I get to know the charming children's book author and illustrator, Arree Chung, and the owner of Creativity School and Storyteller Academy.   His beautiful picture books are not just adorable to look at and fun to read, but they help kids navigate real world issues and changes to themselves and their families such as diversity, race, divorce, and social emotional learning in simple...

Unit studies motivate your kids to seek out their passions and ignite a love of learning. They can be about virtually anything, but in this episode, I explore something near and dear to my heat: chocolate .   If you don’t or can’t eat chocolate, make sure you still give it a listen as I cover the delectable tasting, but also ways that you can have fun with chocolate without any ever touching your...

A lot of kids sometimes find it hard to write - but only when you ask them to. So how DO we get kids practicing writing - in a fun way?   In this episode, I’m sharing how to create a Kid Newspaper, which doesn’t only include writing - it includes art, organizational skills, entrepreneurship, and much more!   Feeling intimidated? Don’t worry, I have a free template for you, as well as all the detai...

We know art is important.   It teaches creative problem solving, provides stress relief, lets us process our emotions, strengthens our fine motor skills, and helps synthesize information.   But how do we add art to our homeschool in a way that doesn’t feel overwhelming? And what’s the best way to do it?   In this episode I’m breaking down 6 different ways that you can add art to your homeschool. W...

Welcome to The Creative Homeschool podcast!   I’m Julie Soul, a homeschool mom, espresso lover, and founder and co-owner of Soul Sparklettes Art. I’m here to offer you a regular dose of creative inspiration including art tips and tricks, game suggestions, unit study ideas, how to take your homeschool on the road, and other ways I’ve added creativity to my own homeschool.   I’ll also be bringing on...