The Demme Learning Show

High school is definitely the place you should choose to continue your student’s homeschool journey. Join us for a wealth of information regarding transcripts, goal-setting, coordinating your student’s post-high school experiences, and, most importantly, the intentional conversations you want to have before your student's life changes. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/homeschool-hig...

We would love it if our children didn’t have to struggle. The fact is, however, that when our children with disabilities and special needs are growing up in a supportive, rich learning environment where they can grow into their best selves, untold opportunities can abound. In this episode, we discuss a mindset of possibilities through stories and examples of where real-life kids with learning disa...

We often have conversations with parents who say that everything in their math world was going along fine until long division. We know there are reasons for challenges here. Join us as we discuss those reasons and map a plan for you to find success in division and beyond. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/long-division-show/ This episode was previously created as a webinar and was not cre...

There is nothing more thrilling than watching a child learn to read; every day is an exciting adventure. But what happens when a child does not emerge as a reader? What if they are still struggling with the reading process far beyond their peers? Join us for an insightful discussion about assessing what is happening and some possible paths forward you can take as a parent to boost your child'...

Hiking the Continental Divide Trail sounds like a crazy adventure for most of us. But for Duncan Roe, it was a dream five years in the making. Learn about long-term goal setting, making dreams come true, and the value of perseverance in this informative conversation. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/hiking-continental-divide-trail-show

Many parents dread teaching their students to write to an audience. Writing can be SO subjective! In this discussion, we talk about our newest addition, WriteShop, and how it can make a positive impact on your student’s compositional success. We will be sharing practical tips about the process of teaching compositional writing and what you can do to make it a success in your homeschool. Show notes...

Join Gretchen Roe in a conversation with Janna Koch, BookShark‘s Community Manager, about fitting curriculum around your family instead of the other way around. We will offer practical tips in evaluating what is working, what might work better, and how you might change the course of your homeschool ship. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/homeschool-plan-changes-show/ This episode was prev...

Join speaker, author, and blogger Jeannie Fulbright to discuss Charlotte Mason's methodologies for creating self-motivation in your students. Often we think that when we homeschool, we need to guide all aspects of our children's education. But learning to help your student direct themselves is a key principle in creating a lifelong learner. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/char...

Before you take a much-needed break, join our team to discuss your progress thus far. Let us help you evaluate what is working and what might need a different game plan as you step into a new year. We will offer practical advice to help you decide your priorities and maintain your sanity as your routine shifts to celebrating. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/reevaluating-progress-show/ T...

In this age of technology, parents can have a hard time knowing how to help a teenager who still struggles with handwriting. In this discussion, Occupational Therapist Katie Roe discusses how to help your student when handwriting struggles plague their efforts. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/handwriting-struggles-teenager-show

You are seven to nine weeks into your homeschool year. It’s time to do a little evaluation of what is working and what could be working better. Join us as we explore questions you should be asking to turn up your academic progress to its best. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/report-card-evaluate-progress-show

Everyone has a preference for how they like to learn, and by careful observation, most homeschool parents can discern their student’s learning preferences from an early age. What are some of the benefits (and pitfalls) from tailoring your student’s learning experiences to their preferences? Join us for a lively discussion of learning styles, from multiple angles. Show notes: https://demmelearning....

Colleen Kessler, talented blogger, author, podcaster, and gifted encourager, joined us to talk about inspiring differently-wired students and twice-exceptional kids. What are effective strategies for you when your kids are quirky, passionate, and intense? Colleen brings a wealth of ideas on how to spark a passionate, lifelong learning experience in your students and provides practical encouragemen...

Join successful author and homeschool graduate Millie Florence for an insightful conversation about encouraging middle-grade students to find their inner author voice in their writing. Millie brings a wealth of talent and inspiration to help students tap into their creativity. Millie will talk about her writing, inspirations, and how she has created opportunities to coach young authors. Join us fo...

Join us as we give you ideas on how to instill a love of learning in your family. We will provide practical tips, suggestions, and good old-fashioned wisdom about raising the whole child.  Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/love-learning-show/ This episode was previously created as a webinar and was not created with the audio listener in mind.  

Most kids don’t learn time management naturally. As parents, we so often feel like our students don’t manage their time well. Join us as we discuss the facts about teaching time management more effectively. This episode will have information for parents of all age students, but will be particularly helpful to families with children who are middle school and high school age. Show notes: https://dem...

Can these small habits really lead to a more successful, less stressful homeschool year? Join us as we discuss ways to set yourself up for success as you begin another year of adventure with your family. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/habits-homeschool-success-show

Handwriting can be the hardest struggle in so many households. Join us for insight into current research as to why handwriting is so important, as well as some tips and tricks to make it easier. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/handwriting-show/ This episode was previously created as a webinar and was not created with the audio listener in mind.

Parents frequently ask us at what point should their students be responsible for their own academics. Join us for a discussion of how to intentionally transfer the responsibility to your student and learn what to expect as you engage in the process. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/creating-responsibility-show

Learn from veteran homeschool moms how to set up a homeschool space that helps your students flourish. We will offer practical tips you can adapt to YOUR space. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/homeschool-space-show

Fluent math fact recall is a struggle in SO many households. What should a parent do when they find that their student is using ineffective recall strategies? In this episode, we discuss WHY fluent fact recall is so essential and how Math-U-See’s Accelerated Individualized Mastery programs are changing the math world. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/math-fact-recall-show/ This episode w...

Transitioning to homeschooling is as much about changing our point of view of what we believe education to be as it is about doing academics at the kitchen table. Join pioneering homeschool mother of seven, Alice Reinhardt, as she challenges your thinking about the differences between "school" and "education," and how to create a growth mindset in your homeschooling journey. Sh...

Veteran homeschool mom and author of Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner , Kathy Kuhl, brings a wealth of insight, empathy, and experience to the homeschool parent whose student learns differently. In this discussion, Kathy shares practical advice, guidance, and encouragement as you continue your unique journey with your students. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/different-learners-sho...

Math-U-See is a terrific program for students and an exemplary experience for parents who struggled mathematically. Join us as we talk about how Math-U-See can set both the student AND the parent up for success in upper-level mathematics. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/dread-teaching-math-show/ This episode was previously created as a webinar and was not created with the audio listener...

Goal setting is the key to success in so many endeavors. Let us help you create some SMART goals for your homeschool that will keep you on track through the remainder of your academic year. This skill will be essential for your students as they move beyond their homeschool time. Show notes: https://demmelearning.com/blog/goal-setting-homeschool-show/ This episode was previously created as a webina...