5 Podcast Episodes for a Midyear Homeschool Boost
Midyear Shift - Andrew Pudewa always has fantastic insights on learning and writing, and this podcast episode is a gem for homeschool moms who often wonder if they're doing enough. It's that looming question we all face, isn't it? Before diving into new tasks and curriculum, take a moment to listen to this—it might just offer the reassurance you need.
Encouraging Creativity: Insights and Inspiration from Author Millie Florence - Meet Millie: at just 20, she's a homeschooler and self-published her first book at 13! This podcast dives into her unique journey and what her parents did to shape her path—it's not what you might expect. Millie’s homeschool insights taught me valuable lessons that will immediately impact how we homeschool (I totally bought my son who wants to publish a book a voice recorder after listening to this).
Making Your Home the Hub - This podcast episode is a highlight from Monica Swanson’s book Raising Amazing. Although it is not homeschool specific, Monica Swanson is a homeschool mom with lots of wisdom. It's a great listen to broaden your perspective beyond just curriculum. It'll inspire you to reflect on how our home culture shapes our families. I particularly enjoyed Luke, Monica’s 19-year-old son, sharing his insightful perspective. Hearing directly from the kids about what their parents did well is truly valuable!
Creating Sibling Bonds - Here's another podcast episode that might not focus on curriculum, but it hits on something crucial: navigating sibling relationships. Courtney and John Critz offer fantastic insights into giving purpose and vision to kids for their siblings. Trust me, it's invaluable!
5 More Homeschool Mistakes I’ve Made (they just keep comin’) - This episode is gold. Sarah Mackenzie shares her mistakes, reminding us of what truly matters in homeschooling. Part 2 was my favorite of the series so I linked that one in case you only have time for one. Bonus: Teaching from Rest is hands down my favorite homeschooling book ever. A friend even rereads it yearly—it's that impactful!
