Homeschool is a Work of Heart
The world of education is changing, and more families are choosing a different way. Homeschooling gives parents the opportunity to personalize learning, strengthen relationships, and help their children grow into confident, capable learners. But even with all the benefits, the day-to-day can feel challenging.
If you have a heart for homeschooling, this podcast is here to encourage you, offer practical guidance, and help you see your role and your child in a whole new light.
Episodes
135 episodes
Why Kids Forget (And Why That's Okay)
“I forgot.”Have you heard that one before?This week, I want to talk about why kids forget and why it’s actually okay that they do.After reading over a hundred student essays this month with my team, I was reminded of someth...
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Season 3
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Episode 135
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15:37
Flourishing is Contagious: Let's Catch It
Have you heard of neuroscientist Richard J. Davidson, author of Born to Flourish?Until this past week, I hadn’t either. But I’m so glad I know who he is now, and I want to share him and his research with you.In this episo...
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Season 3
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Episode 134
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22:30
30+ Years of Teaching and 5 Life Lessons Learned
After more than 30 years in education, I’ve had the privilege of watching thousands of children learn, struggle, grow, and eventually step into adulthood.If there’s one thing experience has taught me, it’s this: most of what we stress ab...
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Season 3
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Episode 133
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25:12
The 3-Day Time-Truth Project
Two years ago, I released an episode called Leave Busyness to the Bees, and it resonated with so many homeschool moms that I decided to build something practical to go with it. In this episode, I’m replaying that conversati...
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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21:14
The Real Reason Things Don't Get Done - Name the Hurdle Before Working Harder
Have you ever set a goal with the best intentions, only to watch it quietly fall apart?Me, too! And the fact is that you and I are not lazy, and nothing is wrong with us. We've just been fighting the wrong battle. In this epi...
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Season 3
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Episode 131
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27:14
Our Skimming Society - How Passive Learning is Not Working
In today’s episode of Homeschool is a Work of Heart, I’m naming a growing problem I’m seeing everywhere: we are becoming a skimming society. Skimming is fine for recreational enjoyment, but such passive engagement hurts today's lear...
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Season 3
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Episode 130
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23:58
State Tests Should Measure, Not Pressure
State testing is a hot topic in the homeschool world, especially when it comes to ELA performance tasks.Many families feel unsure about testing, or even resistant to it. I get it!In this episode, we are going to take a fresh look ...
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Season 3
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Episode 129
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20:07
The Accountability Advantage
In this episode of Homeschool is a Work of Heart, we are talking about The Accountability Advantage and why it is one of the most powerful skills you can teach your child at home. Accountability is often framed as pressure or contro...
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Season 3
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Episode 128
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20:57
To the Naysayers: Why We Teach the 5-Paragraph Essay Anyway
Someone recently left me a comment on Facebook in response to an ad I created for a free essay-writing lesson plan. She said, “Yeah. Teach essay writing because we always need to write 5-paragraph essays as adults. What a joke.” Oka...
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Season 3
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Episode 127
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16:17
Be a Proactive Parent: Asking Isn't Helping
What if we aren't being the supportive parents we think we are? Asking questions like, “Do you need help?” “Are you doing okay?” sounds supportive. How about, “Let me know if you need anything. I'm here.” Doesn't that so...
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Season 3
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Episode 126
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19:54
Routines Help
Winter break has a funny way of knocking the rhythm right out of family life. One day, you are coasting, the next day it feels oddly hard just to get moving again. If you have ever thought, "Why does restarting feel harder than stop...
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Season 3
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Episode 125
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16:27
Let's Have Some Fun
What if fun wasn't something we believed we had to wait for but something we could make happen whenever and wherever we wanted? In this episode, I will explore a powerful mindset shift I first heard years ago and have been practicin...
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Season 3
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Episode 124
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25:44
Three Productivity Hacks for Home Educators
Happy New Year. As we step into a fresh season, many of us are thinking about productivity. We are wondering what we want to do better, how we want this year to feel, and how to set ourselves up for success as homeschool parents.&nb...
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Season 3
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Episode 123
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18:25
Take a Color Walk with the Kids
Recently, while prepping for the holidays, I came across a blog post that stopped me in my tracks in the best way. It was written by someone who has a gift for noticing ordinary life and capturing it beautifully. In that post, our f...
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Season 3
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Episode 122
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17:16
Reaction vs. Response: A Skill that can Change Everything
This week, I overheard a moment in a store that made me smile and think at the same time. A tween, clearly frustrated, looked at her mom and said, “Mom, you’re so extra. Stop crashing out on me.” Translation for those of...
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Season 3
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Episode 121
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20:17
10 Things I've Always Wanted
Are your kids deep in the season of “I want this” and “can I have that”? You are not alone. This week’s episode brings you a simple, eye-opening family activity that helps children recognize how much they already have. I...
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Season 3
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Episode 120
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11:20
More, please
If you’ve ever looked at your homeschool day and thought, “I wish this could feel lighter and more joyful,” then today’s episode is going to hit home. We’re talking about something every mom wants, and believe it or not, a little ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 119
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19:24
Revisiting ABC Goals
As we roll into Thanksgiving week here in the States, I wanted to share something special with you. I am spending the holiday week in Italy this year, taking a moment to soak in gratitude, beauty, and a slower pace. It f...
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Season 3
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Episode 118
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29:16
STOP YELLING!
As we step into Thanksgiving week, most of us hope for joy and peace, but real life tends to throw stress, long lists, and short tempers our way. In this episode, I’m breaking down why yelling at our kids has far less to do with the...
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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22:42
Homeschooling Is Not Fun
Today’s episode is titled Homeschooling Is Not Fun, which is a thought I recently heard from a homeschooling parent. She shared her struggles, and I could feel how heavy that thought felt for her.This week, I thought we could di...
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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23:58
Why Kids Hate Writing and How to Fix It
Hello homeschoolers!Welcome back to Homeschool is a Work of Heart. Have you ever met one of your heroes? I did back in 2015 when I met Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing. He was the fir...
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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23:20
The Chase is On
Ever wonder why you want what you want? This week’s episode, The Chase is On, explores the hidden truth behind our goals, wishes, and holiday “must-haves.” From business dreams to remodeled kitchens and new vide...
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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19:26
The Starfish Story and You
This week, we are revisiting the familiar Starfish Story, but through the eyes of a homeschooling parent. Yes, someone like you! If your life often feels like a beach scattered with endless needs and responsibilities, this episode i...
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Season 3
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Episode 113
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17:14