The Modern Homeschool

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing our preliminary picks for homeschooling 3rd, 7th and 9th grades. Though we are still enjoying our Summer, our homeschool is set to gradually start next month. We'll be easing in with some new books, fresh pencils and of course wonderful new studies! So far here are my curriculum picks: For my 3rd Grader: Building Writers E, Wordly Wise 4, Cursive...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I’m sharing a fun look into a regular DITL during our crazy Summer break! From traveling to lazy days at home, I’ll be giving the inside scoop. On this bonus episode, there is also info on a giveaway I have going on right now on instagram! The Modern Homeschool Website Continue reading "Summer Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family"

Happy Summer everyone! Today will be my last episode for awhile as we head off into Summer break! It has been a pleasure talking homeschool with you this year and I hope to be back this Fall with some new episodes. In the meantime, here are some awesome Summer ideas for family fun and togetherness. I hope you have a blessed Summer and follow The Modern Homeschool Instagram for updates and two bonu...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm discussing all about how we plan to start homeschooling high school in the Fall. As we make this big leap in homeschooling come along to hear our plans and how we made them! Keep in mind that all students will have different plans based on their career and college goals but here are a few different ideas. The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschool...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing eight things I would do if I were to restart my homeschooling journey. Simple changes in thought process can go a long way and I want to encourage you in your homeschool or if you are considering starting homeschooling. You've got this and I'll explain why! The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschoo...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm discussing how I prep in early Summer for next school year. Yep, I am already planning for Fall because I want to have a stress free (mostly) unstructured Summer break. Listen in for a few ideas to get your plans for Fall underway. Some things to consider now in May/June: -Choosing Curriculum for your kiddos for Fall: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podc...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing some fun kinder curriculum ideas. Whether you want to build your own curriculum, an open and go curriculum, or no curriculum at all this episode is for you! I will share my best tips and tricks for homeschooling kinder and how I homeschooled my son in kinder and my daughters in the early elementary school ages. Some Homeschool Kindergarten Ideas:...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing practical and some creative ways homeschoolers or parents in general can make extra income. Listen in for all of my favorite ideas to date and a few that I have experience with. The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources: https://themodernhomeschool.com Check out my new book here: https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD My Instagram for All t...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, let's chat about goals for moms! How do you incorporate time for yourself and your goals while mothering and homeschooling? Well, good news, there are ways. Listen in for all of my thoughts on this subject I've been living through the past 15 years. Ideas for Cultivating Goals: Carve out an hour a day: Start with an hour a day for yourself. Workout, read, jo...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, the discussion is all about how to incorporate Christ into our day to day homeschooling. I will give you a few simple ideas and resources to help guide your homeschool in easy ways. Links: (DISCLOSURE: Please note that some links on TheModernHomeschool.com are affiliate links. We may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you click through our lin...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing an updated Spring day in the life of our homeschool family. From busy sports, studies and music to our downtime and meetings, listen in to hear what a real homeschool family does during the week. Things we are enjoying right now! Links: (DISCLOSURE: Please note that some links on TheModernHomeschool.com are affiliate links. We may receive a commi...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing our favorite field trip ideas for California!! We have traveled quite a lot and I am happy to share some of the best places we have been and a few tips and tricks we've learned along the way! Our Favorite Field Trip Ideas: Sequoia National Park: General Sherman walk, The Lodgepole Grill/Market at Sequoia, Camping, Morro Rock, Crystal Cave Lake Ta...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about how to plan and carry-out large homeschool projects. In this episode, I will give you some easy tips on how you can create studies, science, geography and art projects like a pro with your kids. Large Homeschool Project Checklist: Pre-planning: Gather information and brainstorm a loose timeline for the project or unit study in mind. (U...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about ways to celebrate St. Patricks Day with your homeschool friends and family. I'll be sharing our favorite crafts, activities and food on this episode all about having a happy St. Patricks Day with those you care the most about! St. Pattys Day Ideas: Build a Leprechaun Trap: https://www.yummymummykitchen.com/2023/03/leprechaun-trap-ideas...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I want to share the gift of gardening with your kids. Plus I'll give you all of my favorite gifts for a kids garden and everything you need to get started. Gardening has truly been a great part of my life with my kids and I can't wait to encourage you to take on a garden for your own family. Kids Garden Tips/Ideas: Start small, consider a trough garden bed s...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, let's chat about what to do when winter burnout of the homeschool year sets in. Take a few action steps to help reset your homeschool when you are feeling unmotivated, burned out or just plain tired. Gather new inspiration and ideas from this episode. -Tidy & Declutter: Change your environment by getting rid of unused items and get organized. Get out of a wi...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about sensory play for littles. We absolutely had a blast with this idea paired with nature play and art when my kiddos were younger. Today on the Pod I am discussing some of my favorite sensory activities but I'll also share a few follow up ideas and links here. Sensory and nature play as well as art activities are so beneficial to young ch...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'll be discussing how to create a kinder schedule or daily rhythm in your homeschool. I think most of us can agree that the kinder age is a magical one that does not require intensive rigidity but one that thrives on a simple daily flow. I hope you'll join in to hear about a few ideas if you have a young homeschooler! Things I loved to focus on with my youn...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about ways to celebrate Valentines Day with your homeschool friends and family. I'll be sharing our favorite crafts, activities and foods on this episode all about having a happy Valentines Day with those you care the most about! Valentines Day Ideas: My Art Site: https://amysarttable.com/2022/02/01/valentines-art-projects/ My Art Videos: ht...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'll be discussing Documentation and Record Keeping for homeschoolers. I know this can be a source of stress for some families but I truly believe we as homeschoolers should be prepared with proper documentation of our homeschool journey. This only serves to help both you and your child progress in your homeschool goals. Record Keeping is required in many st...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about amazing FREE resources you can use to homeschool your kids. There are almost endless options on free ways to homeschool, you'll want to jot some of these ideas down! Grab a cup of coffee, a notepad, pen and a cozy spot, you won't want to miss these ideas! Free Resources for Homeschooling: My Free Printables: https://themodernhomeschool...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing Winter books for the whole family! All ages (including moms)! You'll want to add a few of these to your Winter book list; grab a cup of coffee or tea and join me this morning is we chat Winter books that are snuggly, fun and maybe even juicy. Favorite Winter Books List: The Bears on Hemlock Mountain: https://amzn.to/3ZeK7dZ The Long Winter: https...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing a deep dive mini class I have put together especially for you! It is called "Organize My Homeschool" and I made it with the intention of helping all my homeschool friends get their homeschool organized- QUICK! I love to be ultra organized since I am super super busy with not only homeschooling but my home, my children's activities, and working!!...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I want to tell you all about The Good and The Beautiful Curricula by Jenny Phillips. I will share why I think it is the perfect entry level curricula for new homeschoolers and why it is now a staple in our homeschool to this day. We adore this curriculum and I want to chat all about it! Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join me as we talk TGTB this morning! Th...

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all of my favorite art supplies for kids from my years of teaching art classes! There are lots of items on this list that will make perfect Christmas & birthday gifts for your favorite students. Grab a cup of coffee and tea and jot down a few items to look for this holiday season! My Favorite Art Supplies List: Watercolor Paper: https://amzn.to/3...