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

Hey homeschool mom! In this episode, we're diving into handwriting letter practice and how to make it fun, effective, and frustration-free for your little learners. Many kindergarten curriculum for homeschool programs rely on workbooks that aren’t age-appropriate. But don’t worry—we've got five simple strategies to help your child develop strong handwriting skills while keeping things engaging! 💡 Plus, we’ll share details about our specialized kindergarten curriculum for handwriting, designed for active learners who thrive with hands-on, engaging activities! 🔗 Resources & Links: 📌 Get our handwriting course: thehomeschoolwell.com/handwriting 📌 Join our membership for full access to all courses & live meetups: thehomeschoolwell.com 📌 Listen to episode #20 How and Why to Teach Handwriting in Your Homeschool 📩 Have questions? Need extra support? Reach out anytime—we’re here to help! 🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Don’t forget to leave a 5-star review and share with your fellow homeschooling moms! See you next time! 💕 Kim and Jenny

Are you and your kids bored with your homeschool routine? Do you want to have new educational adventures in your homeschool daily schedule but don't know how or where to start? In this episode, get inspired by our homeschooling journey as we share our adventurous exploration learning along with resources we used to help break out of our homeschool schedule. You'll learn how to create rich educational adventures by adding in imaginative ways for your kids to respond to them. By the end of this episode, you'll have more than a dozen specific ways to enhance homeschool lesson plans, from virtual educational field trips to local/countywide activities and beyond to road trips. Need help figuring out how to add these adventures into your homeschool style? Take our 'What's My Homeschool Style' quiz designed to help identify the best homeschooling approach for your family. Take the quiz here: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/style For more help with your specific homeschool struggles, meet with us in our online community support group! Find out all the details here: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ Blessings, Kim & Jenny ________ Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏 ================= Links from this episode: Monarch Watch Butterfly Tagging: https://www.monarchwatch.org/ History Near You: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/history-near-you/id1626904412 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms

Hi Homeschool mom! Are you having a hard time imagining the end of your homeschool journey and where your kids will end up? Does it stress you out to imagine all of the ways you might be "messing up" your kid's education? We're revisiting our homeschool journey in our 100th episode and giving all the details to encourage you through the truth found in scripture from Galatians 6:9: "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." We thoroughly enjoyed making this episode together and we know you'll be encouraged through our stories, too. We hope and pray it will give you the courage and strength to keep going. And if you need homeschooling help or homeschool resources of any kind, we're here to support you! Come visit us at thehomeschoolwell.com. Blessings, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey Homeschool mom! Are you worrying about your child's reading skills? Are you wondering if he or she is making adequate reading gains? Are you looking for a homeschool moms’ guide for assessing reading progress? Listen in as we walk through: The key signs that a reading curriculum might be too difficult for your child. Practical strategies for adjusting reading lessons to better suit your child’s needs. The importance of understanding independent, instructional, and frustration reading levels. How taking a step back can build your child’s confidence and set the stage for future success. By the end of this episode, you'll feel empowered with tools and insights to support your child’s reading journey, stress-free. :) (And if you find this topic helpful, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!) Blessings, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Have a similar story to share or a question you’d like us to cover? Reach out to us! We love hearing from homeschool moms and are here to help. [email protected]

Happy New Year homeschool mom! Are you feeling lost when it comes to adding PE to your homeschool plans? Maybe you are needing some new PE homeschool ideas? Are you ready to start the new year with a fresh plan that will empower your kids with wellness strategies? Today’s tips will help your kids start 2025 off on the right foot by focusing on the importance of healthy habits to nurture body, mind and spirit. At the end of the show today, you'll have three areas of healthy habits to focus on and specific activities to easily add into your daily homeschool lesson plans. Happy HEALTHY New Year! Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny 💖👯‍♀️Meet up with us and like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Join our email list to get Friday Freebie homeschool resources: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/links 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/720065803006749

Hi there. This week's episode is a re-release from the beginning of 2024 with ways to empower you to refresh for the new year so you can relax during this holiday season. Enjoy! ___ Are you a homeschool mom who finds yourself burnt out after Christmas, and trying to muster up enough strength to finish off the second half of the school year? Maybe you are excited to implement new homeschool plans, but you know that you need to take specific steps to avoid overwhelming yourself with all of the responsibilities that come with being a homeschool mom. For us, some years we found ourselves excited to jump into a new semester and a new year with fresh homeschool ideas. But some years, we were TIRED. LIFE HAPPENS! As a homeschool mom and teacher, it's very easy to get caught up in the demands of teaching, managing a household, and juggling all. the. things. And you forget about taking care of yourself! We want to encourage you in this podcast with some self-care strategies for the new year to build right into your schedule so you can stay motivated for your family and finish the school year well. Listen in, and we pray this blesses you! Kim & Jenny www.thehomeschoolwell.com ❤️️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store Get encouragement in our free FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms __________ Links mentioned in the show: Learn more about deep diaphragmatic breathing as a stress reliever from Block Therapy. Get "God's Promises for the Homeschool Mom" 🙏Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if we helped you!

Hey homeschool mom, Are you feeling physically run down in the middle of this Christmas season? We know that sometimes it can get pretty stressful when you're trying to continue your homeschool day amid all the excitement and distraction of the holiday experiences. So today we're going to give you three quick tips to stop and reset whether it's a chaotic scene around the school table or head and neck pain these techniques to refresh will become go-to's in your daily homeschool routine. Listen to the end to take away three easy things to do that will relieve stress anytime amid your homeschool lesson plans. Then join us in our online community meetup Wednesday at 4:30 pm EST to chat more about this. Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= Links mentioned in the show: Christmas Breath Prayer by Revelation Wellness: https://www.revelationwellness.org/2022/12/christmas-breath-prayer-peace/ 10 Benefits of Shoulder Shrugs by ASFA (American Sports & Fitness Association): https://www.americansportandfitness.com/blogs Unlock Jaw Tension in 10 Seconds by Block Therapy: https://youtu.be/g8w_IShhXUo?feature=shared

Hi Homeschool Mom! Do you have questions about reading? In this episode, we talk about: -What to do if your child is resistant to reading -Where to start with a preschool aged child to teach reading and writing -How to teach those energetic kiddos who are ready to read, but just can't sit still for long Listen in for some answers to these questions, and if you have MORE questions about reading, homeschool curriculum, how to start homeschooling (or anything else!), join us at our weekly homeschool community meetups to get those questions answered. Blessings, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

This is an episode rerelease from November 2023 -- Enjoy! Hi there homeschool mom! Are you finding it difficult to be thankful in your current circumstances? We get it! Homeschooling is never easy, but as our world has gotten increasingly more uncertain, depressing, unstable, and hello EXPENSIVE! over the past few years, the days can be difficult, and you can find yourself in a pit of despair on a daily basis if you don't have a solution to combat it. We have found ourselves in this pit many days, especially when we were not connecting with God regularly and other Godly-minded women to speak life into us and get us out of our heads. So how DO we keep a heart of gratitude in all circumstances, including our homeschool days? Listen in to find out and be encouraged...and BTW, you may never look at 💩 the same way again! ;) Blessings, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi homeschool mom, Do your homeschool plans tank during the holiday season and bring on the mom stress? In this episode, you’ll learn five things you most likely already do for holiday family fun which count in your homeschool plans. We also give ten interactive learning activities to easily add to your daily homeschool lessons this holiday season. By the end of this episode you will feel relieved and actually be able to enjoy the holidays again! Be sure to check out our episode from 2022 with the original five tips and all the details. Click here to listen to that episode: "Homeschooling through the holidays: homeschool tips to make everything "count" as school | 15" Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠

Hi homeschool mom, Are you in an unexpected season of your homeschool journey? Do you need ideas on how to be flexible and fit schooling in right now? In this episode, we discuss the unexpected seasons in homeschooling and how to adapt. Kim shares personal experiences with her son's recent return to homeschooling, providing practical tips on leveraging unique learning opportunities and embracing flexibility. The discussion touches on themes from Ecclesiastes about the changing seasons of life and emphasizes the importance of trusting God's timing, maintaining mental health, and finding joy in the homeschool journey. Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠

Hey Homeschool mom! Are you struggling a little right now in your schooling? Are you looking trying to find a homeschool community or just looking for homeschooling help? In this episode we give you 3 ways you can join up with homeschool partners so that you do not have to feel like you are doing this homeschool life all by yourself. You'll come away with practical ideas and encouragement to team up with others and utilize their knowledge to help you. Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings! Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi Homeschool mom! Does your child like the fun part of Fall holidays but hides their eyes from all the scary scenes around town? We've got the perfect hands-on pumpkin carving activity with symbols that teach the Gospel and bring LIGHT to your homeschool and even your neighborhood. Be empowered! In this week's episode, learn The Pumpkin Prayer poem and follow the instructions to carve or paint a pumpkin design that will become a Christian homeschool family tradition. We pray this brings the LIGHT to your little ones heart during the Fall season. God bless, Kim and Jenny❤️ ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms From this episode: The Pumpkin Prayer PDF

Hi Homeschool mom! Are you raising your kids to stand on the foundation of the truths of salvation with Jesus? Do you question the current trend of discussions around climate change and our need to save the planet? Is it confusing and overwhelming to talk to your kids about this in light of God’s good plan, let alone add it into your homeschool science plans? Be enlightened! In this episode we share details about what the Bible really says about climate change. We use Answers In Genesis book “Climate Change for Kids and Parents, too!” by Ken Ham and Jessica DeFord to explain what you need to know to help you confidently teach your kids about God’s plan for our planet. We pray this brings clarity to the world’s burdensome message that we must “Save the Planet”.❤️ God bless, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms From this episode: Shop Answers In Genesis bookstore and get your own copy of “Climate Change for Kids…and parents, too!”. Use our affiliate link below where we earn a small commission with no added cost to you: https://answersingenesis.org/store/?sscid=a1k8_137cxu&

Hi Homeschool mom! Are you going through a hard time right now? Having to ditch your homeschool plans because of your current life situation? Be encouraged! In this episode we share lessons we learned (like life schooling!) while we were homeschooling through Hurricane Irma. By the end of this episode, you'll breathe a sigh of relief and have a new outlook on how to homeschool during these trying times, whatever they may be. We hope and pray this brings you comfort and lessens your anxiety.❤️ God bless, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= If this helped you, please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey Homeschool mom! How are you doing? Are you struggling with behavior issues right now in your homeschool? We've got you! In this episode we are giving you 3 ways you can change that around and actually PREVENT those unwanted behaviors in your home. By the end of this episode, you'll come away with a few ideas to change things up and create a better homeschool culture in your home. Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! :) Blessings! Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: -Mother & Son: The Respect Effect by Emerson Eggerichs, PhD Book ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey Homeschool mom, Are you TIRED? Do you feel like throwing in the towel? We've been there, but it doesn't have to be this way! In this episode discuss how to keep homeschooling even when you feel like you just want to quit. We give you 3 things to try when you feel like you just can't go one more day. And be encouraged -- by the end of this episode, you'll come away with strategies you can do to stick with it and actually enjoy it. :) Blessings! Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get homeschool encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

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 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ 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

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 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ Link to pictures of some journals mentioned in the show: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QCoy0MS4x1qKnpuLsnkA0-KTJUKxxoQv_9HPlLieNnY/edit?usp=sharing

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 ================= Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= 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 Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5 -star review and share with a friend! Thank you!

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 =========== 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠

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 ========= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= 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 ========= 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

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 =================== 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ =================== Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

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 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= 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 Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

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 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= 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/ Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

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 ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

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/ ========= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= 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 Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi, Homeschool mom, It's this month's "Homeschool How-To" episode and we've got heaps of homeschool goodies for you. Do you have a life verse from scripture? Find out why we need ours and what it is. You'll also benefit from the research-based resources on homeschooling we share and tips on how to let your kids organize their school supplies. Additionally, we're spotlighting our first homeschool business that will breathe the Holy Spirit into your homeschool journey, and lastly, we're sharing posture tips to bring health and wellness to your days so you can feel good and keep up with your kiddos. And be sure to hang with us to the very end to catch the dance-y outro. ;) Listen in for what we pray makes your homeschooling efforts easier and actually enjoyable. Blessings! Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ================= Links from the show below. How to Prevent and Address Knee Pain on Block Therapy’s YouTube Channel here. And find out more about Block Therapy here Get our emails here: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/links NHERI Research Journal Article from National Home Education Research Network Research on Outside Learning from PubMed Compelled Podcast Get the "Team Mindset" training for homeschool moms and more classes from us here. Seven Weeks Coffee: Get 10% your total! Use code THW or our *affiliate link below: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/TheHomeschoolWell *We may earn a small commission on the sale of Seven Weeks coffee that will in no way effect the cost to you.

Hey Homeschool mom! Are you looking for a step-by-step homeschool guide that teaches you how to plan out your year? Need a way to stick to your homeschool schedule? Do you get overwhelmed when thinking about how to fit everything into a solid homeschool plan? In this episode we break down the overwhelming process of planning your year so that you can feel ready and prepared as you go into your homeschool year. By the end of this episode, you'll come away with the many benefits of long-term homeschool planning as well as a planning method you can use every year to take all of your homeschool curriculum and turn it into a homeschool program that works for you. Get ready to learn strategies and solutions to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: 🔗Step-by-Step Planning Class Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi Homeschool mom! Are you bogged down with homeschool planning? Not sure of how to make a daily homeschool schedule or where to start? In this episode we share a homeschool schedule idea that you can use for your unique family. Using our years of experience, we walk you through seven practical steps using post-it notes and a flexible mindset to help you create a homeschool routine that will actually work. By the end of the show, you will be prepared to make a schedule of your own based on the needs of your homeschool life and your family. We hope this blesses you, and if you have questions, please feel free to reach out to us! Blessings, Kim and Jenny❤️❤️ ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi, Homeschool Mom! Our newest podcast is the third edition in our new monthly format series: “Homeschool How-to" This time, we're focusing on Young Writers, Homeschool Convention Takeaways, and a Wellness Tip for Moms. You’ll benefit in more than just your homeschooling efforts from this mishmash of homeschool news, wellness tips, and information designed to empower you to BE WELL, TEACH WELL, and for your children to LEARN WELL! A few highlights and links from this episode include: -Get self care tips to stay strong and healthy so you can focus on teaching with a Be Well strategy -- help alleviate shoulder and neck pain with this idea that you can easily add into your homeschool days. -Stay informed on how to Teach Well with our recent takeaways from homeschool convention and on current homeschool news related to misinformation about homeschool state laws. -Help your kids Learn Well by discovering books written by young authors. Maybe they’ll inspire your little writersto possbily bring their stories to life as novels one day! We pray this helps make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable. Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏 Links for this episode: The Homeschool Compass list of upcoming Homeschool Conventions More Be Well tips in our blog and podcast episodes about our Playground Workout for Homeschool Moms and Block Therapy HSLDA “Recent Article on Homeschool Law Missed a Few Things” US Dept of Education State Regulation of Homeschools Get deals and find out more about our giveaways by joining our email list here. CONVENTION TAKEAWAYS: Funschooling resources from Sarah Jannise Brown Cheryl Bastian’s website and link to her books including “More Than Credits Skills High Schoolers Need for Life” John Muir Laws website: Nature Stewardship Through Science, Education, and Art Herzog Foundation Institute: Teacher Development Series Interested in a mama-teacher training on how to add academically rigorous nature study into your homeschool plans? Email Kim and let her know: [email protected] Books by young authors: A Dog in Time by Genevieve Noelle and Please Return to the Lands of Luxury by Jon Tilton

Hey Homeschool mom! Are you nervous about choosing the BEST homeschool curriculum? Worried about wasting money ordering the wrong thing? Lots of homeschoolers feel this way! In this episode I (Jenny) share my own experience of choosing the wrong history curriculum and how to avoid making the same mistake I did. By the end of this episode, you'll come away with 3 practical tips to help you choose the right homeschool materials for your family, and we know you'll be empowered to move forward confidently. Get ready to make your homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: -https://christianbook.com -https://cathyduffyreviews.com -https://www.rainbowresource.com -https://www.history.com/shows/men-who-built-america -https://fpea.com/events/7601/2024-convention -https://greathomeschoolconventions.com Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey, Homeschool Mom! Are you wondering how you can infuse learning into your summer while you're not officially homeschooling? Need homeschool ideas for your kids who are bored already? In this bonus episode of the Homeschool Well Podcast, we share five creative and enriching ways to keep learning going during the summer while still relaxing and enjoying your time off. By the end of this episode, you will have summer activities you can implement right away in your home. Tune in for ideas and inspiration to keep your summer homeschool life educational and enjoyable! Blessings, Kim and Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= 🔗Links mentioned in the show: Podcasts- -Episode 42 on Geocaching: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/do-you-know-how-to-make-homeschooling-fun-try-geocaching-42/id1629213056?i=1000636716209 -Episode 29 on Foraging: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/29-foraging-adventures-for-homeschooling-families-w/id1629213056?i=1000622211811 Blog Posts- Geocaching: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/blog/geocaching-the-best-way-to-make-homeschooling-fun Other Links: National Parks for kids: https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm Tasso of Tarpon Springs: https://a.co/d/bKFJDah A Land Remembered vol. 1 (student version): https://a.co/d/9GY5Php A Land Remembered vol. 2 (student version): https://a.co/d/0GINj2Z ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hi, homeschool mom, Do you wonder how to start interest-led learning in your homeschool? We've been there and are giving you a peek into how we figured it out. In this episode of 'A Drop in the Well,' Kim tells about the system she used to get her kids involved in deciding what they wanted to learn. Find out how utilizing good ol' sticky notes, leaning into the ability to let go, and giving kids the reins to their education could transform their academic journey. This collaborative effort in curriculum choice might be just what your homeschooling experience needs! Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠

Hey Homeschool mom! Are you looking for free homeschool materials? Need budget-friendly homeschool ideas for outings and field trips in your community? In this episode we give you ways that we have used to find these homeschool resources without breaking the bank. By the end of this episode, you'll come away with many sites and recommendations that may work for your homeschool, and we know you'll be empowered to make plans for the new homeschool year. :) Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: HOMESCHOOL RESEARCH - Homeschool curriculum reviews by Cathy Duffy Homeschool ideas - Pinterest Homeschool resources YouTube Teachers Pay Teachers FREE HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM- Ambleside Online River Houses Under the Home All-in-one Khan Academy Amazon Prime Videos LibriVox audiobooks Project Gutenberg ebooks Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey, Homeschool Mom, Are you feeling overwhelmed with the topic of homeschool grading? Uncertain of how you should be keeping track of your kids' learning? You are not alone! In this episode we give you a few things to consider when keeping track of homeschool grades. When you finish listening to this episode, you will have a better idea of knowing if and how you should give grades and also alternative methods you can use to assess your homeschool students. Get ready to learn ways to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable!👏 Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ --------------- Be sure to enter our May Giveaway for the chance to win a ONE-HOUR Coaching Session with us AND a $50 Amazon Gift Card! ENTER Giveaway BY: Go to ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, scroll down, leave us a written review, Snap a little screenshot of the review. Post to our Facebook group, ⁠⁠Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms.⁠⁠ We'll announce the winner on June 1st. --------------- 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Join the FB Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠

Hi, Homeschool Mom, Today's podcast is our second edition in our new monthly format series: “Homeschool How-to." You’ll benefit more than just your homeschooling efforts from this mish-mash of homeschool news, wellness tips, and entertainment designed to empower you to be well, teach well, and for your children to learn well! A few highlights and links from this episode include: Learn Well with the focus-empowering ⁠“Pomodoro Study Technique”. ⁠ Teach Well with the latest in education trends and homeschool ⁠news from Forbes.⁠ Be Well with this tip on ⁠proper Tongue Posture⁠ and strengthening of this important muscle that supports our neck and head. It's a thing and will benefit you greatly. Get ready to learn ways to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny --------------- Be sure to enter our May Giveaway for the chance to win a ONE-HOUR Coaching Session with us AND a $50 Amazon Gift Card! ENTER Giveaway BY: 1Go to ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, scroll down, leave us a written review, 2Snap a little screenshot of the review. 3Post to our Facebook group, ⁠⁠Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms.⁠⁠ We'll announce the winner on June 1st. --------------- 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠

Hey, Homeschool Mom, Are you feeling overwhelmed knowing what you should teach your children in your homeschool? Uncertain what your kid should know at their age/grade level? You are not alone! We get these questions all the time. Be encouraged, mama, because today we are going to share with you 5 ways that can help you determine what you should teach in your homeschool. You’ll learn where to look to get guidelines and suggestions and if they are right for you. By the end of this episode, you'll have some solid solutions for how to know what you should teach your child! Get ready to learn ways to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ --------------- Be sure to enter our May Giveaway for the chance to win a ONE-HOUR Coaching Session with us AND a $50 Amazon Gift Card! ENTER Giveaway BY: Go to ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, scroll down, leave us a written review, Snap a little screenshot of the review. Post to our Facebook group, ⁠⁠Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms.⁠⁠ We'll announce the winner on June 1st. --------------- 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Join the FB Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ --------------- Links mentioned in the show: What your __ Grader Needs to Know book series Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if this helped you!🙏

Homeschool mom, can you imagine a time when no one knew anything about homeschooling? Where, if you thought about educating your child at home you were considered pretty weird? Today we're sharing a conversation with one of the trailblazers of the homeschooling movement in our county in Florida and the challenges she faced. You'll learn why she started homeschooling in the first place and how she and a group of vanguard homeschool friends started the first homeschool co-op. This led her to write a how-to book for families who want to start a homeschool co-op. Gather around, listen in, and be inspired by this amazing mama who is one of the homeschooling pioneers. Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ --------------- Be sure to enter our May Giveaway for the chance to win a ONE-HOUR Coaching Session with us AND a $50 Amazon Gift Card! ENTER Giveaway BY: Go to ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, scroll down, leave us a written review, Snap a little screenshot of the review. Post to our Facebook group, ⁠Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms.⁠ We'll announce the winner on June 1st. ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: Melinda's book: Homeschooling with Friends: Building a Thriving Homeschool Co-op Community Home Education Foundation (Brenda Dickinson) Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Are you looking for ideas on how to organize your homeschool portfolio? When we meet with families, we find that most people don't know how to set one up, what to keep, or how to stay with it throughout the year. Today we’re empowering you with useful tips and tricks on how to stay organized with this homeschool treasure and how to use it as a culmination at the end of the year. This info will be especially helpful if you are homeschooling in Florida. So listen in and enjoy! Be sure to enter our May Giveaway for a chance to win a ONE HOUR Coaching Session with us AND a $50 Amazon Gift Card! ENTER Giveaway BY: Go to Apple Podcasts, scroll down, leave us a written review, Snap a little screenshot of the review. Post to our Facebook group, Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms. We'll announce the winner on June 1st. Blessings, ~Kim & Jenny https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/ 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠⁠ ___________________________ Links from the show: 🔗Checklist and homeschool portfolio example: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/how-to-homechool-in-florida-portfolio-example

Hey, homeschool mom! Today's podcast is an inaugural format intended to replicate something valuable from our homeschool journey, Parent Panels. We were greatly blessed by these which we attended together through our local homeschool support group. We had monthly meetings. Then a few times of year, the support group brought together a handful of homeschool moms to share the challenges of their journey and answer our questions. We hope this format empowers you like the Parent Panels did for us with homeschool help, how-to's, homeschool news and we even added a few fun things for your kids to enjoy. Blessings! Kim& Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: Send in YOUR INTRO for the show with these quick, easy directions and your JOKE entires by using the SEND VOICEMAIL button in this link. Homeschool Sports in Florida: Tampa Bay Heat Homeschool World Series Link to Melinda’s book “Homeschooling with Friends” Homeschool Compass for Convention information Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey, Homeschool Mom, Are you feeling overwhelmed with your homeschool days? Not enough time...too much to do...feeling frustrated? We can relate! We are going to give you 3 surprising truths to ask yourself when determining if you need a new homeschool schedule...or not! By the end of this episode, you'll have some new ways to think about your homeschool plan, and we know you will be encouraged along the way. Get ready to learn how to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Join the FB Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ⁠ ========= Links mentioned in the show: Do you actually need a new homeschool schedule or plan? Schedule a free discovery call with us for help! https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/coaching Eliminating Time Debt podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eliminating-time-debt/id1506068263?i=1000609514161 Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if this helped you! Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if this helped you!🙏

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 ========= 💖👯‍♀️Join like-minded homeschool moms in our online community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Homeschool Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms⁠ ========= Was this helpful? Please consider leaving us a 5⭐ review and share with a friend! Thank you!🙏

Hey, Homeschool Mom, Feeling frustrated with your little reluctant reader? Many moms feel this way. Well, be encouraged, because today we are going to share with you three homeschool tips to help you avoid power struggles and actually help your child enjoy reading. You’ll discover simple tricks for how to homeschool a child who puts on the brakes during reading time. By the end of this episode, you'll be empowered to help your kiddo learn to like (maybe LOVE) reading! Get ready to learn ways to make homeschooling easier and actually enjoyable! Blessings, Kim & Jenny 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community ✨Grab Your Freebies: https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store 💕Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: Get the Sweetie Treatie Scavenger Hunt here and have fun reading together! Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if this helped you!🙏

Hi, homeschool mom👋 Are you having a hard time dealing with the amount of work you think you NEED to get done in your homeschool? The struggle, the tears, the frustration, and trying to pound it out every day. We're here to ensure you that no educational setting, ESPECIALLY your homeschool, has to function this way. Learn how to cut out what is NOT needed to have easier days and still get the important work accomplished. Listen in to find out FIVE reasons why planning to finish work of QUALITY rather than QUANTITY is the best way. For help implementing these or any homeschool strategy, book a DISCOVERY CALL with us and see if we're a good fit for you. We'd be honored to be a part of your journey. Blessings! Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= 🙏Thanks for listening! Let us know if you like our podcast with a follow, a 5-star review, and/or share it with a friend who would benefit. That's how to grow our homeschool community.

Hi, homeschool mom! You’ve got to hear the connection we make with studying, what we think, is the number ONE part of the Bible...the description of heaven. We think it’s something you and your kids will benefit from….now and then! Listen in for all the details and dig in to what the Bible says about Heaven. ~Be enlightened, Kim & Jenny💟 Links mentioned in the show: 🔗Read about the specifics of Heaven in ⁠Revelation 21 right here: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Revelation%2021&version=NIV +++++++++++++++ Meet with us weekly and set your ONE-on-ONE meetup time with us: 🔗Get ⁠access to our ⁠community of homeschool moms,⁠ our pre-recorded workshops, and live meetups including one-on-one office hours and more. https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/community 🔗👩‍🎓LEARN TEACHING STRATEGIES from our LIVE workshops and get support in our Facebook group, "Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms": ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms/⁠⁠⁠ ================================ ✨Grab Homeschool FREEBIES We Make Just for You: ⬇️👩‍🏫Find out which teaching method matches the needs of your family. Discover YOUR ⬇️HOMESCHOOL STYLE w/ our QUICK QUIZ⬇️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/style⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⬇️Get our FREEBIES: 📌Reading Scavenger Hunt 📌Better ⬇️Behavior Hacks 📌7 Homeschooling Essentials Checklist 📌30 ⬇️Practical Tips to Homeschool Well⬇️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💡Did someone you know pop into your mind while listening? Share the ⁠⁠SHOW LINK ⁠⁠so they will benefit from it and help us grow our podcast. 🙏Thanks for listening! Let us know if you like our podcast with a follow, a 5-star review, and/or share it with a friend who would benefit. That's how to grow our homeschool community

In this episode, we explore the power of strategic breaks in your homeschool routine. You'll get a few ways to incorporate brain breaks throughout your homeschool day, enhancing focus and productivity for both you and your kids. We're curious to find out if you and your kids successfully complete a couple of these brainy body movements...they're challenging, but they wake up the brain! Listen in, give them a try and let us know how it goes by sending us an email at [email protected]. ~Be empowered, Kim & Jenny💟 Links mentioned in the show: Meet with us weekly and set your ONE-on-ONE meetup time with us for help implementing the strategies you heard about: 🔗⁠⁠The Homeschool Well 7-Day Free Access.⁠⁠ 🔗⬆️This will get you ⁠access to our ⁠community of homeschool moms,⁠ our pre-recorded workshops, and live meetups including one-on-one office hours 🔗⁠Homeschooling Strategies for Special Needs Students with guest Lori Soliwoda | 27 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thw0/episodes/Homeschooling-Strategies-for-Special-Needs-Stu... 🔗Flexible seating ideas or you and your kids. 🔗YouTube video explaining Crossing the Midline and a Crossing the Midline workout from Pediatric Therapy Essentials Other content we've created related to this topic: 🔗⁠ Enhance Your Daily Homeschool Plans with Brain Breaks: Quick & Enjoyable PE Ideas for Kids | episode 31 of The Homeschool Well podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thw0/episodes/Enhance-Your-Daily-Homeschool-Plans-with-Brain...⁠ 🔗⁠Blogs about homeschooling kids w/ ADHD and how to add movement/PE into your homeschool day. 🔗Join our Facebook group, "Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms". 👩‍🎓LEARN TEACHING STRATEGIES at our LIVE workshops, get support and ideas: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms/⁠⁠⁠ ================================ ✨Grab Homeschool FREEBIES We Make Just for You: ⬇️👩‍🏫Find out which teaching method matches the needs of your ⬇️family. Discover YOUR HOMESCHOOL STYLE w/ our QUICK ⬇️QUIZ⬇️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/style⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⬇️Get our FREEBIES: 📌Reading Scavenger Hunt 📌Better ⬇️Behavior Hacks 📌7 Homeschooling Essentials Checklist 📌30 ⬇️Practical Tips to Homeschool Well⬇️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💡Did someone you know pop into your mind while listening? Share the ⁠⁠SHOW LINK ⁠⁠so they will benefit from it and help us grow our podcast. 🙏Thanks for listening! Let us know if you like our podcast with a follow, a 5-star review, and/or share it with a friend who would benefit. That's how to grow our homeschool community.

Hi, mama! If you've floundered getting a morning routine, you'll find easy ways to start the day on the right foot in this episode. Christian Homeschooling only gets better when you ask the Holy Spirit to take over as soon as you start each day. You'll hear why morning devotionals WITH your kids in the Word might be the best method for an effective routine. You'll get specific ways to make it easy to create time with Him each day before you hit the academics. We're praying this inspires you to add morning devotionals to your homeschool lesson plans and that they strengthen your family's faith. ~Be enlightened, Kim & Jenny ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: Meet with us weekly and set your 1:1 office hour meetup time with us: 🔗⁠⁠The Homeschool Well 7-Day Free Access.⁠⁠ 🔗⬆️This will also get you ⁠access to our ⁠community of homeschool moms,⁠ our pre-recorded workshops, and live meetups including one-on-one office hours and more. 🔗⁠Our podcast about sharing the Gospel w/ your kids.⁠ 🔗Our Spotify Playlist: ⁠Worship for Homeschooling Moms⁠ 🔗Action Bible & Devotional. Check out their website for ⁠free resources here.⁠ 🔗⁠Keys for Kids⁠ 🔗⁠Christian Evangelism Fellowship (CEF).⁠ Although they no longer do the snail mail newsletter, they have digital options. 🔗And if you're curious, a⁠ Fidget ⁠ similar to the one Kim was using🤦‍♀️. 🔗👩‍🎓LEARN TEACHING STRATEGIES from our LIVE workshops and get support in our Facebook group, "Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms": ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms/⁠⁠⁠ ========= 🙏Thanks for listening! If this was helpful please leave a review and share with a friend!

Hey, homeschool mama! In this episode, learn about choral reading and how to use it with your beginning readers in your homeschool language arts time. Choral reading helps bridge that gap when your kids love to LISTEN to you read to them BUT they're not yet ready to try to read the words on their own. This topic comes from a question from one of our community members during our Office Hour strategy call. Listen in on how we helped her, a homeschooling mom just like you. Are you ready to get YOUR homeschool problems answered like this mama did? Get your Office Hour time with us and let us help you find answers to your specific homeschool struggles. We're cheering you on and ready to help! ~Kim & Jenny❤️️ Links mentioned in the show: Get in our community and set your Office Hour time with us: 🔗The Homeschool Well 7-Day Free Access. 🔗⬆️This will get you access to all of our classes where you can learn to use the Magic Microphone and Smiley Fingernail reading strategies. 🔗Choral reading book series and other books by the author of: "You Read to Me, I Read to You" by Mary Ann Hoberman 👩‍🎓LEARN TEACHING STRATEGIES from our LIVE workshops in our Facebook group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms/⁠ 💡Did someone you know pop into your mind while listening? Share the SHOW LINK so they will benefit from it and help us grow our podcast. 👩‍🏫Find out which teaching method matches the needs of your family. Discover YOUR HOMESCHOOL STYLE w/ our QUICK QUIZ⬇️ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/style⁠⁠⁠ ✨Grab Homeschool FREEBIES We Make Just for You ⬇️ ⁠⁠https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠⁠ 🙏Thanks for listening! Let us know if you like our podcast with a follow, a 5-star review, and/or share it with a friend who would benefit. That's how to grow our homeschool community.

Hey there mama! Are you considering homeschooling, but don't know if you can do it because you have to work? It can be done! In this episode we want to share three tips for homeschooling while working from home that helped make our homeschooling life possible (and easier!). Listen in to be empowered! We pray this blesses you, Kim & Jenny www.thehomeschoolwell.com ================= 💖👯‍♀️Join The Homeschool Well Community: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/community⁠ ✨Grab Your Freebies: ⁠https://thehomeschoolwell.com/store⁠ 💕Get encouragement in our free Facebook community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragementforchristianmoms ========= Links mentioned in the show: How to start homeschooling checklist: https://www.thehomeschoolwell.com/checklist WP STANDARD Leather Goods: www.wpstandard.com ========= 🙏Thanks for listening! Please follow, leave a review, and share with a friend if we helped you!