Episode 45 Are you new to homeschooling? Maybe you’re asking yourself, “Should we homeschool this year?” Or perhaps stepping into a new season or year as an experienced homeschooler? Then come listen as I share 5 things to consider as you start homeschooling, wherever you are on the journey. This episode of the Art of…
Episode 44 As I record this episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast, I’m reflecting on the Taproot 2021 weekend and the questions holistic homeschoolers ask most often. So this episode is a Q&A episode and I’ll answer three questions that often come up for those of us on this holistic homeschooling path. These questions…
Episode 42 You know I love books, right!?! In this episode of my podcast, I want to just share my five favorite books for homeschoolers. And why I love them so much! Books every homeschooling parent should read. Part of the challenge in choosing books is that there are just so many out there!…
Details About the Taproot Teacher Training + FAQs Today I want to tell you about one of my favorite weekends of the whole entire year: the Taproot Teacher Training for Homeschoolers. Taproot has happened every summer on the 1st weekend in August, for 14 years! Traditionally, Taproot has been an in-person event, but for two…
Episode 40 Wondering about getting started with homeschooling? If so, then you’re in exactly the right place! Even if you’re a seasoned homeschooler, you’ll gain inspiration and discover some encouraging resources here. This episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast is a simple, practical overview of everything you might want to consider when you’re getting…
Episode 39 This episode of the podcast answers your top FAQs about holistic homeschooling. Let’s dive in! And I’d be curious to hear: what are your top questions about holistic homeschooling? Let me know! Holistic Homeschooling FAQs Over the years, I’ve heard lots of questions from parents just like you. Perhaps your questions are similar….
Episode 35 Planning can be a real bugaboo for homeschoolers, whether you’re a planner by nature or not. It’s so easy to get carried away or overwhelmed when setting out to plan a new homeschooling year or main lesson block. There are pitfalls and rabbit holes that can lead to endless searching without much progress….
Episode 29 Have a peek with me into a day in the life of three holistic homeschooling mamas just like you! Homeschoolers (old and new) often wonder just how to bring everything together. From stories to math skills, chores to family dinners, our days can sometimes feel random and scattered. With time, most homeschoolers find…
Episode 25 Every year, I send a survey to homeschooling parents. Last year, I heard back from 75 parents and I wanted to share a not-so-surprising discovery I found in their responses… Personally, this confirms everything I know about educating children that I’ve learned from the past 30 years of teaching. And it affirms my…
Episode 23 Have you ever wondered WHY the Waldorf approach is built around the arts? I honestly think it’s this unique way of creating lessons that draws many of us to this approach – the lively arts homeschool lessons. I’ve homeschooled three of my now-grown kids inspired by the Waldorf approach. And when I first…
