The Homeschooling Journey: Tips and Encouragement for Going the Distance

Today's episode is a rebroadcast of my interview with Molly, homeschooling mom of six, who talks about finding beauty in a simple back-to-basics lifestyle. You'll be inspired by her sweet and practical insights.  Resources Molly recommends: https://heartscontentfarmhouse.com/ten-days-to-a-simpler-life-at-home https://www.youtube.com/c/FarmhouseonBoone/featured https://theelliotthomestead...

Today's episode is a re-broadcast of a listener favorite... all about how to get those much-needed mama breaks!  I would be most grateful if you would take just a moment to leave me a rating or review on Apple Podcast. Or reach out to me at bjornfam@comcast.net with your comments and suggestions!  Thank you so much!

Happy Fourth of July weekend! Today I have some fun American history trivia to share with your kids! I would be most grateful if you would take just a moment to leave me a rating or review on Apple Podcast. Or reach out to me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast You can also email me at bjornfam@comcast.net with your comments and suggestions!  Thank you so much!

Today's episode is a re-broadcast of one of my favorite topics... treasuring the slower pace of these summer days with your family!  I would be most grateful if you would take just a moment to leave me a rating or review on Apple Podcast. Or reach out to me at bjornfam@comcast.net with your comments and suggestions!  Thank you so much!

Today's episode is all about why you should hang in there through high school! You don't want to miss out on some of the best years ever!  I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Thank you so much!

Todas episode is a fun one! Time to get outside! https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/ https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/2022-kick-off-pack-is-here

Today I offer some tips for the best read-alouds ever. And here's a list to get you started if you need inspiration! https://onlinegreatbooks.com/john-senior-and-the-thousand-good-books/ I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Or connect with me on Instagram. Thank you so much!

Today’s podcast episode is a reminder to explain to our children the debt of gratitude we owe to those heroes who have given their lives in service to our country.  I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Thank you so much!

My grown son Tommy joins me today to talk about the areas you want to be focusing on to equip your high schoolers for the work world.  I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Thank you so much!

Today let's hear what the kids have to say! Some sweet and surprising answers! And lots to encourage you, Mom! I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Thank you so much!

For a thousand unnamed sacrifices, thank you to all the moms!  I would be most grateful if you would take a moment to leave me a review on whatever platform you use. Thank you so much!

Rose is back today with more wisdom from the “Little House” books... but this time she focuses on the lessons for us moms. It'll make you want to read these classic books all over again.   Little House Audiobook version: https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find? Ntt=little+house+on+the+prairie+audio+books+cherry+jones&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&amp...

Don't we all remember and love the "Little House" books? Today my daughter Rose talks about introducing them to her young children... a journey filled with delight and important lessons for her kids.  Little House Audiobook version: https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find? Ntt=little+house+on+the+prairie+audio+books+cherry+jones&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&N...

Here's a fun project to teach your kids the true meaning of Easter! Resources mentioned: https://www.faithward.org/diy-resurrection-eggs-for-holy-week https://www.leafletonline.com/resurrection-eggs-35434?mc_cid=7103a4ca82&mc_eid=81f02bc958 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=resurrection+eggs+easter&crid=1P2HFLCRYLH90&sprefix=resurrection+eggs+%2Caps%2C115&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_18 I would be most gratef...

Today I interview Stephanie who feels passionately about controlling her cell phone use. She's thought about this a lot and has some great advice and practical tips for us. Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or email me at bjornfam@comcast.net

We did A LOT of math in our homeschooling! The question is: was it all really worth it? Today I talk about what my adult kids have to say about this.   Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or email me at bjornfam@comcast.net

Today I talk about kids and chores. But more importantly, about how we moms view the whole subject!  Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or email me at bjornfam@comcast.net

Today I interview my daughter-in-law Stephanie, who talks about the ups and downs of a very full first year of homeschooling. She has such a simple and beautiful way of describing the reality of mom life! I especially loved hearing what she says surprised her the most!! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message...

Do you need to be reminded of some very good reasons to homeschool? Listen in for some sobering news about today's young people. I take a look at a powerful new book titled “Hollowed Out: A Warning about America's Next Generation” by Jeremy S Adams. Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at ho...

In today's episode I offer some ideas for living Lent as a family and for teaching your kids the spiritual beauty behind it. Resources mentioned include: https://www.zephyrhillblog.com/2014/03/printable-calendars-for-lent/ https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/kids-ideas-blog/40-lent-ideas-kids/ https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Stories-Collection-Ben-Kingsley/dp/B01JQXEML4 Thanks so much for listening to...

Today I talk about getting a head start on math with your kids. Here's the surprising thing: the fun starts way earlier than you think!  Resources mentioned include: My First Numbers Board Book (there are several of them)  123 to the Zoo, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, both by Eric Carle,  123 A Happy Counting Book by Sandra Boynton. Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed Counting Kisses b...

Today I share some tips on how to deal with procrastinators, those dawdling and distracted kiddos. We all have one or two... but we moms can take simple steps to move them along! Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or email me at bjornfam@comcast.net

Today, in the second half of an interview with my daughter Rose, we discuss how she is educating her own five young children to be surrounded by literature, art and music.  The fine art playing cards she talks about are available at: https://www.rainbowresource.com/product/041700/Fine-Art-Collection-Playing-Cards.html Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedba...

Today my daughter Rose and I talk about the power of literature, art, and music to bring us through the ups and downs of life. Rose explains how these three played such a huge part in her own education. Thanks so much for listening to this week's episode. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast or email me at bjornf...

Teaching kids to write takes time and patience, but it's also a really important skill! Today I talk about three fun ways to keep things moving! Resources mentioned include: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Strands-Beginning-Dave-Marks/dp/1683440188/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2T2HCJVNYW7PZ&keywords=writing+strands&qid=1642796268&sprefix=writing+strands%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1#customerReviews https:/...