The Homeschool Well Podcast | How to Homeschool, Christian Homeschooling, Homeschool Ideas

A Christian homeschool mom's secret weapon to get kids to listen without yelling | 85

Hey homeschool mom,
 
Do you find yourself using harsh words and tone of voice when asking your kids to get focused on their homeschool tasks?
 
Are you tired of asking your kids over and over and having the same power struggles everyday? Would you love a quick and easy way to get them back on track?
 
In this episode we're sharing the way we use one of the Ten Commandments to rein in negative behavior...even our own! Mutual respect between you and your kids will be easier for you to nurture with this secret weapon.
 
By the end of this episode, you'll have a plan to get your kids to listen while keeping your relationship with them and God in check as His words do the work. 
 
Get ready to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable!
Blessings! Kim and Jenny
 
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Links mentioned in the episode:
 
Find the Ten Commandments video with symbols and visual cues making it easy for everyone to learn them on our YouTube playlist: “Learning Videos for Homeschool Lesson Plans”. Link below:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS7jjq__MRYQtDgYwePWmcRdtY0K0mZmC&si=AZ4S-hTNxwLhnmLS
“Give Me Five” resources on our Pinterest board “Homeschool Behavior System". There are more good tips from us here, as well. Link below:
 https://pin.it/2J8Wxb2il

Steal our best homeschool Language Arts plans (journals galore) | 84

Hey Homeschool mom! 
Do you wonder how to create motivating connections in your homeschool language arts program?
 
Are you tired of hearing your kids ask “Do I have to do writing today?” Would you be floored if they asked, “ When do I get to write about what I learned? 
 
In this episode we're telling all about how to do just that by adding journaling to your homeschool plans. By the end of this episode, you'll learn how to make language arts homeschool planning a breeze using the ways we added journaling throughout several subject areas.  You'll find out how we turned reading and writing from a "have to" to a "get to".
 
This content is just one idea from our Teach Well workshop for homeschool moms in our community membership library of resources titled "How to Keep Language Arts from being BORING, BURDENSOME, AND BOTHERSOME. Join in and get unlimited access to this and 14 other pre-recorded mama-teacher trainings! Get ready to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable!
 
Blessings! Kim and Jenny =================
 
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Link to pictures of some journals mentioned in the show:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QCoy0MS4x1qKnpuLsnkA0-KTJUKxxoQv_9HPlLieNnY/edit?usp=sharing

Boost your child's reading comprehension with this engaging strategy! | 83

Hey Homeschool mom!
Are you wondering how to teach reading comprehension in your homeschool? Are you searching for reading comprehension strategies that will help your child visualize their stories in their head? Are you looking for ways to supplement your homeschool curriculum and make books come alive for your child?
In this episode we give you an innovative read-aloud strategy that you can use with any narrative story to help boost your child's understanding.
By the end of this episode, you'll have a way to foster engagement and retention between your child and their books, and you'll learn how to teach them to create scenes from their books in their mind. All wins in homeschool reading!
Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable!
Blessings!
Kim and Jenny
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Links mentioned in the show:
Reading Resource: Sweetie Treatie Scavenger Hunt:
https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/sweetie
The book Kim discusses in this episode:
"The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes" by Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein
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What's Your Homeschool Style? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself (Encore)

Hi there, homeschool mom!
Today we're talking about homeschool style and how nailing yours down will make your days easier and more enjoyable. We've got three key questions to help you figure it out and a quick QUIZ you can take to give you an answer.Click here for the free quiz to discover your homeschool style.
Blessings!Kim & Jenny
Note: We’re re-releasing "What's Your Homeschool Style? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself" in honor of the beginning of the traditional school year for those who are struggling to make things work. This was originally released April 8, 2024 as episode #61
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Boost Your Homeschool Curriculum: Incorporating Nature Study with Ease | 82

Hi Homeschool mom!
It's another special "Homeschool How-To" episode for ya', mama and it's my top tier subject: Homeschool Nature Study! 
Get details on how to easily add these homeschool plans into your schedule and go DEEP across multiple subject areas. We even give a wellness tip to help you stay out in the field longer and stronger.
We're also highlighting another homeschool business that had us mesmerized by their engaging, interactive video lessons when we met them at convention this past summer, so be sure to listen in!
AND pay attention for a hint about an exciting upcoming in-person opportunity to gather with us around The Well on location -- a homeschool mom's retreat!
Blessings,
~Kim & Jenny 
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Links mentioned in the show:
Biz Spotlight:
American History Live:
https://americanhistorylive.org/
Be Well Tip:
Block Therapy "How to Walk Properly"
https://youtu.be/tKMHV1Yj8JM?si=2Xg2_ux1EzExYBvv
Teach Well:
John Muir Laws, Nature Stewardship 
https://johnmuirlaws.com/
Learn Well:
Creation Ministries International
https://youtu.be/6S_oj0HPgGc?si=wN8aXVBH8hSbm6Q4
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Content we've created similar to this topic:
Geocaching Adventures for homeschooling:
Blog:
https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/blog?tag=geocache
Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-homeschool-well-podcast-how-to-homeschool/id1629213056?i=1000636716209

Tackle homeschool activities with an "I Get To" attitude! | 81

Hi Homeschool moms!
 
In this episode of A Drop in the Well, part of the Homeschool Well podcast, Kim shares an empowering message for homeschool moms about embracing an 'I Get To' mindset. She reflects on her personal experience of moving her daughter back to college and the challenges of the homeschooling journey.
Kim encourages moms to appreciate the short, sweet season of having their children close and to approach even the most burdensome homeschool activities with a positive attitude. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and finding time to refresh in order to be the best homeschool mom possible.
Don't forget to check out full episodes for more homeschool how-tos and insights!
 
Blessings,
~Kim and Jenny 
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Having a bad day? 5 Hacks for when homeschooling is HARD | 80

Hi Homeschool Mom!
 
Have you ever had a terrible, horrible, no good very bad homeschool day?🙋🏼‍♀️
What do you do when your homeschool days don't go as planned?
Do you have a back up plan?
 
Well, if you don't, never fear -- we've got you! 
 
In this episode today, we are sharing practical strategies you can use to ease those challenging homeschool days when they arise.
 
Whether you are dealing with fighting children, being sick or overly tired, or just trying to get everyone out of a bad homeschool day funk, you'll discover tips on how to switch up your homeschool routines with simple creative activities, using educational resources, and having some "Plan B" ideas in your survival toolbelt.
 
Tune in for helpful advice and encouragement to navigate difficult homeschooling moments. You'll be glad you did!
 
Blessings!
Kim and Jenny
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Links mentioned in the show:
-Deerfield Beach Pier webcam
-Southwest FL Eagle Cam (available seasonally)
-Jack Hartmann
-Good mood dance songs for kids
-Worship Songs
-365 Science Activities
 
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Spice up your homeschool plans! 5 simple activities you can do to keep learning exciting | 79

Hi homeschool mom! 
Are you getting bored with your homeschool curriculum? Do your kids push back because they're tired of doing the same old thing? Maybe you are looking for ways to add creative homeschool activities to your days but just can't find the time?
You're in the right place!
In this episode we give you 5 creative ideas you can add to your homeschool schedule to keep your learning fun and motivating (and prevent unwanted behaviors!).
Whether you're just starting to homeschool or have been at it for a while, we know you'll find these tips super easy to implement into your homeschool plans and your kids will love them.
Listen in to help make your homeschooling journey easy and actually enjoyable!
Blessings,
Kim and Jenny
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Links mentioned in the show:
 
-Simply Charlotte Mason
Pictures Study: https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/picture-study-portfolios/
Composer Study: https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/music-study-with-the-masters/
Poet Study: https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/enjoy-the-poems/
 
-Julie Bogart Brave Learner
https://thebravelearner.com/
 
-Julie Bogart Brave Writer
https://store.bravewriter.com/products/the-brave-learner
 
-Poetry Teatime
https://bravewriter.com/program/brave-writer-lifestyle/poetry-teatimes
 
-Outschool Online Classes
https://www.outschool.com/
 
-Yellow Spot Sun Online Art Curriculum
https://www.yellowspotsun.com/
 
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How to homeschool multiple ages without losing your mind | 78

Hey Homeschool mom!
Are you homeschooling multiple ages and wondering how to maximize your homeschool schedule?  Does it stress you out when you think about how to fit everything in your homeschool lesson plans? 
In this episode we give you ways to streamline your homeschool daily schedule for making the most of your time and keeping your sanity.
By the end of our time together, you'll come away with homeschool schedule ideas for combining subjects and utilizing other resources, and we know you'll be empowered to make plans for the new year. :)
Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable!
Blessings!
Kim & Jenny
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Exhausted from homeschooling? Try these quick energy boosting exercises for homeschool moms | 77

Hi homeschool mom,
Are you tired all the time and finding it difficult to keep up with your kids? 
Do you struggle to find time in your homeschool day to take care of yourself or get in a quick workout?
We've known that feeling, and quite frankly, it sucks!
Homeschool moms are doing SO MUCH every day, and sometimes it feels like there is no time to spare for one. more. thing.
That's why we put together this podcast just for you, so you can learn some simple ways to schedule self-care right into your homeschool routine because we all know, if you don't take care of yourself, you will not have the energy, stamina, and mental fortitude to homeschool in excellence or even in mediocrity.
By the end of this episode, you will have actual tips (and our permission! ha!) on how to schedule self-care into your daily homeschool plans. Take a listen to find out how.
 
Blessings,
~Kim & Jenny 
https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/
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Links mentioned in the show:
 
Playground workout blog: 
Playground Workout for Homeschool Moms: Boost Energy & Sleep
 
Podcast about Playground Workout:
Homeschooling is hard when you're tired! Stay charged w/ these workout tips for homeschool moms🤸‍♀️ | 19 on Apple Podcasts 
 
Bird Mapping worksheet:
https://d1tfm8vclpltjj.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/lesson-plan-bird-sound-map.pdf
 
Jim Weiss bedtime stories:
https://www.jimweiss.com/
 
Nature Study and Foraging:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-homeschool-well-podcast-how-to-homeschool/id1629213056?i=1000622211811
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