In this episode of Show Me Homeschool, Erin sits down with Kristen Pratt—homeschool expert, mother of nine, and the creative force behind the award-winning Language Lessons for a Living Education series and the Master Books Method. Kristen shares her personal journey from being a curious parent seeking educational options, to pulling her daughter out of private school midyear, and eventually becoming a curriculum developer and founder of Kingsway Learning. She opens up about the challenges and joys of homeschooling through different seasons, learning to trust God with both the big and small moments, and how practical decisions (like used curriculum sales and budget-friendly resources) shaped her family’s educational journey.
Listeners will find encouragement as Kristen reflects on finding community, practicing discernment in curriculum choices, and embracing the seasons of motherhood and education. She offers practical advice for new and seasoned homeschool parents alike, discussing the importance of authentic local support, the pitfalls of relying only on online influencers, and how to persevere through burnout. Kristen also talks about her newest venture, Kingsway Learning, where she aims to curate and share time-tested, faith-based educational resources. Whether you’re beginning your homeschool journey or navigating its later years, Kristen’s wisdom and stories will inspire and reassure you.
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