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291. End The Confusion On Homeschool Planning! 5 Different Options You Can Begin Using Today

You're probably totally on board with your homeschool not needing to resemble a public school schedule. But, you have curriculum, goals, and great ideas that you want to make sure you actually get to.
Do you need to buy a planner? Get super organized with a calendar? Write out detailed plans? Wing it every day?
Well, it really depends.
I'm sharing five options with you today. Take a few notes and then think about what you've learned and decide what will serve your family best this homeschool year. 
♥ Leigh
 
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290. How To Change From A Classroom Mentality To A Life Of Education For Your Homeschool

What does it look like to change your view of learning? Most likely, you went to school. And that helped to shape your understanding of education.
But now, you're hearing people talk about school and education and how it can look different. The benefits sound just like what you'd like for your children. And you're ready to take those next steps.
You're in luck! I've got that very thing for you in today's episode.
Let's make some big changes in the way you homeschool, but in a little by little way that creates new ways of viewing education.
♥ Leigh
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
 
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
 
 
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289. Change How You Feel Each Day: Tips To Have More Energy As A Homeschool Mom

Every day as a homeschool mom can be full with the regular to-do list, home education, activities, experiences, meeting personal goals, and so on and so on. This requires you to be fully present and on for all that is happening in your day.
But, with a full day and many needs to meet, it can easily and quickly deplete even the most energetic homeschool mom.
To be honest, I failed in this area of having enough energy each (or most) days for too many years. I didn't know what I know now. If I could go back, I would definitely want a do-over in this area because I can see how not having enough energy led to me being tired and grumpy.
Today's episode is all about 6 ways you can re-claim your energy and feel ready to take on the homeschool day!
♥ Leigh
 
 
GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
 
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
 
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288. Homeschooling All The Ages And Stages: Katie Hedrick From Joy At Home With Tips For Teaching Elementary, Middle, And High School

We don't have to homeschool alone. Yes, it's just mom doing the day in and day out of mothering and home educating the children.
But we can learn so much from each other. None of us will homeschool exactly the same way, but some of the best things happened in my homeschool when I learned from other moms.
Today's guest, Katie Hedrick from Joy at Home podcast is truly an encouragement to mothers. She and her husband felt the call to homeschool and made that big adjustment in their lives a few years ago. Now, she is homeschooling three children in all three of the different education age ranges and she has so much to share with you.
Pull up a seat at the table as we have a fun conversation!
♥ Leigh
 
Katie's website: https://katiehedrick.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joy-at-home-homeschool-christian-mom-homeschooling/id1519279335
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielynnhedrick/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsKatieHedrick
 
 
 
GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
 
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
 
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287. Huge Announcement! Join Us For The FIRST EVER Little by Little Homeschool Conference

Eek! Today is the day that I can finally spill the beans! And invite you to the very first Little by Little Homeschool Conference.
This announcement has been a year in the making when my heart first began to stir with this desire to gather together. There have been ups and downs and a lot of God telling me to wait on his timing.
And now here we are today...inviting you to join me, some amazing speakers, and other incredible homeschool moms for a day that is going to fill you up!
Details are in this episode, as well as at www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
Hope to see you there!
♥ Leigh
 
GET YOUR TICKET FOR LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
 
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
 
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286. Life Skills You Have To Teach Your Homeschool Child This Year: Ditch The Books And Add In These Lessons!

What if homeschool is also about learning how to navigate the world? I think many families are starting to realize this.
Sure, there is much to gain from curriculum, but kids are so open to learning and we can open the world to them by being intentional about teaching them life skills.
Most of us went to school and our days were filled up for all of those formative years. And then, poof...we were expected to navigate the real world. I remember feeling lost in so many areas because I hadn't been fully prepared for life out on my own.
But, as homeschool parents, we can use these years and the time we have with our children at home to teach them the ins and outs of of life.
I've got a jam-packed episode for you today. Grab a pen and paper and get ready to take some quick notes!
♥ Leigh
 
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
 
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285. After 13 Years Of Home Education, Here Are My Honest Opinions About "Controversial" Topics In The Homeschool World

Normally, I keep my opinions about most homeschool topics to myself because we all need to come to our own conclusions. We each need to do what is best for our child, knowing there is no right or wrong way to homeschool, as long as each family is being true to their vision and goals.
But now that we've been chatting here on the podcast for over 2 years, I thought a little candid breakdown of my thoughts on a few "controversial" homeschool topics would be fun. Remember, we're all friends here and this is purely my take on things. You can have a completely opposite opinion and we can both still homeschool and be friends.
Are you ready to add a little spice? Well, it's all right here in this episode!
♥ Leigh
 
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
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284. Skill Subjects vs. Content Subjects: What Are These? And What Do They Have To Do With Homeschooling?

As a homeschool mom, it can often feel intimidating to hear the jargon of the academic world. It can make you feel like you don't know enough to home educate your child.
I felt that same way too. And it's my goal in today's episode to give you clear explanations for skill and content subjects. Then, we'll talk more in-depth on what this looks like in your homeschool family.
Why does this matter? Because I know that your confidence will build when you begin to learn the terms and definitions that you'll hear tossed around within educational circles. But, more than that: once you know the information in today's episode, you'll have the freedom to homeschool with so much more joy.
♥ Leigh
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
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283. When Your Why For Homeschooling Is Bigger Than Academics: Yvette Hampton Of Schoolhouse Rocked On Creating a Discipleship Focused Homeschool

The first question most homeschool families ask is something about curriculum and the academic part of home education. Sure, that has it's place. But, what if it isn't the most important thing about these years with your children at home?
Today's guest, Yvette Hampton, of Schoolhouse Rocked is sharing what she discovered on her journey as a new homeschool mom. Her encouragement of shifting your why and focus, along with her candid answers about the ups and downs of being a homeschool mom is going to be just what you need as you kick off this school year.
Grab that pile of laundry that needs to be folded and pop those earbuds in because I've got a treat for you today!
♥ Leigh
 
Yvette's website: https://schoolhouserocked.com
Podcast Link: https://schoolhouserocked.com/the-schoolhouse-rocked-podcast/ 
Facebook Page Link: https://www.facebook.com/SchoolhouseRocked
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/schoolhouse_rocked/
Pinterest Link: https://www.pinterest.com/Schoolhouse_Rocked/
YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9fmNhPsTZ7LwZFc99SmYIA 
Schoolhouse Rocked Movie: https://schoolhouserockedmovie.com
 
 
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
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282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How To Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing

So much about homeschool has to do with our children. And rightly so. But, did you know that when homeschool parents have the right perspective, it trickles down to their children? And then homeschool becomes more enjoyable for the entire family!
One of the major sticking points for moms and dads is the relearning of what education really can be. We have years of indoctrination and conditioning to work through. But, today's episode is going to give you the place to start...along with where to continue to circle back to when you get off track.
Let's learn together how to deschool so you can create an amazing homeschool!
♥ Leigh
 
 
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint 
 
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