Sabrina Bjornstrom

The Homeschooling Journey: Tips and Encouragement for Going the Distance

Kids EN ↓ 152 episodes

Ready to be encouraged on your homeschooling journey? I'm Sabrina, passionate Christian, wife to Dave, mom of 6, and grandma to 20. Having recently completed 28-years of homeschooling, my goal now is to share encouragement and ideas with other moms, both those new to homeschooling and those already in the thick of it. I hope to help you stay motivated and convinced that homeschooling really is "the best job in the world"! Episodes are short, only about 10 minutes unless I have a guest where we talk a bit longer. So let's jump in. So happy you're here!

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Sabrina Bjornstrom

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Latest episode

Jan 16, 2024

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Episodes

25. Sparking A Love of Poetry in your Children (Interview) 30.07.2021

Today Rose joins me for a fun interview about how easy it is to bring the joy of poetry to your children and the surprising benefits she's noticing. Sources mentioned in today's episode are: The Daily Poem Podcast;  The Harp and Laurel Wreath by Laura Berquist;   A Children's Garden of Verses  by Robert Louis Stevenson; When We Were Very Young and other poetry books by A.A. Milne

24. Should I Join A Homeschool Co-op? 23.07.2021

This is an important question to ask yourself, whether you're new to homeschooling or not. Join me today for a look at the pros and cons!  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 homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

23. In Praise of Homeschool Dads 16.07.2021

Today's episode is a tribute to the men who support us! We can't do it without you. You are our heroes! 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 homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

22. How Do I know I'm Doing Enough? 09.07.2021

Today's episode is a homeschooling pep talk! If you're asking yourself whether you're doing enough, you probably are! Wondering if it counts? It probably does!  You. Are. Enough. 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 homeschoolingjourneypodca...

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21. Dyslexia: Part 3 - High School 25.06.2021

Today I continue a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child. I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia. Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David Thanks so much...

20. Dyslexia: Part 2 - Elementary School 18.06.2021

Today I continue a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child. I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia. Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David Thanks so much...

19. Dyslexia: Part 1: The Warning Signs (Preschoolers) 11.06.2021

Today I start a series about the biggest curveball in my 28 years of homeschooling: educating my dyslexic child.   I'll teach you to spot the warning signs that I wish I'd known earlier and also to appreciate the amazing gifts of creativity and problem solving associated with dyslexia.  Books referenced: "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Sally Shaywitz; "The Gift of Dyslexia" by Ronald David Thanks so much...

18. It's Been A Great First Year of Homeschooling! (Interview with Regina) 04.06.2021

Today I interview my friend Regina who explains what led her to withdraw her children from the public school and why this year has been such a blessing to her family! If you're new to homeschooling or just thinking about it, this is for you! 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 homeschool...

17. Lesson Plans: Keeping It Simple 28.05.2021

Does making lesson plans overwhelm you? Today's episode gives you some tried and true tips for keeping it simple. 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 homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

16. Summertime and the Living is Easy! 21.05.2021

It's almost time for that much-needed homeschooling summer break. Why you and your kids benefit so much from the more relaxed pace! 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 homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

15. Kids (Almost) Teach Themselves to Read! (Interview) 14.05.2021

It’s so much easier than you could imagine! Today's episode is especially for those of you who may be anxious about teaching your child to read. My sweet daughter-in-law Molly talks about her simple and fun approach to one of the best parts of homeschooling. Resources for today's episode: ABeka Letters and Sounds; Bob Books; Teach Your Child To Read in 100 Easy Lessons; Montessori Method  I'd...

14. My Favorite Language Arts Curriculum Choices 07.05.2021

Overwhelmed by teaching Language Arts? Today I break it down for you and talk about some fabulous curriculum choices I've used over the years. Source Links:  https://www.christianbook.com/abeka-language-writing-grammar-third-edition/pd/298752?event=CPOF  https://www.christianbook.com/great-editing-adventure-student-volume-1/9781880892763/pd/277003?event=ESRCP https://www.christianbook.com/wordly-w...

13. Yes! You Can Homeschool Multiple Littles: (Interview) 30.04.2021

Rose joins me again today to give practical tips for schooling several little ones! Yes, you can do this! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

12. Getting Your Kids to Read the Classics 23.04.2021

Do you have a reluctant reader? Get past those stumbling blocks to reading great classic books! 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 homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

11. Time-Outs for Moms! 16.04.2021

Listen in today for ideas on how you can get those crucial time-outs to recharge your momma batteries!    I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions?  Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast  Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

10. There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Homeschool Family!! 09.04.2021

How to Stay Away from Comparison in your Homeschooling! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

9. Why Covid 19 is Leading Families to Homeschool 26.03.2021

Are your children or a friend's children struggling with distance learning? Listen in to today's talk! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

8. Becoming a Read-Aloud Family (Interview) 19.03.2021

Today I interview Rose who talks about the joys of reading aloud to her young children. Don’t miss her sweet and humorous take on this important topic. I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

7. Burnout! 12.03.2021

It’s that time of year... How to avoid homeschool burnout... today I take a look at the causes and cures! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

6. Eager Beaver Preschoolers (Interview with Stephanie) 05.03.2021

Today I interview Stephanie about preschoolers who just can't wait to "do school"! If you have an Eager Beaver, this episode is for you! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

5. A Mom's Perspective: Joys and Challenges of Homeschooling. 26.02.2021

I look back at the joys and challenges of 28 years of homeschooling life!  I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

4. What Adults Who Were Homeschooled Think Now 19.02.2021

I Poll My Grown Kids to Get the Scoop! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

3. You Can Do This! 12.02.2021

Today’s a pep talk!! Why you ARE qualified to be your Child's Teacher! Join me for today's words of encouragement!   I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

2. Books Books Books: Pt. 2 05.02.2021

Getting Ready to Read on their Own! I'd love to get your feedback! Questions, comments, or suggestions? Message me on Instagram at homeschoolingjourneypodcast Or email me at homeschoolingjourneypodcast@gmail.com

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