Called To Homeschool

Curious what our homeschool is going to look like this year?In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing our plans for the 2025–2026 homeschool year—what we’re focusing on, what we’re simplifying, and how I’m building our rhythm around connection, not just checklists. 💛I’m also so excited to finally share the lesson plans I’ve created for YOU—designed to take the stress out of planning and bring more peace and purpose into your days.If you’ve been wishing for something that’s:✔️ Simple✔️ Flexible✔️ Easy to implement✔️ Rooted in values that matter to your family…You’re going to love these.🎧 Listen to the new episode for all the details—link in bio!📝 And head to the site to grab your copy of the new lesson plans! www.coachmegthomas.com

Ever dream of taking your homeschool on the road (or across the ocean!)—but feel overwhelmed by the cost, the logistics, or the idea of traveling with ALL the kids?
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In this episode, I’m sharing how our family makes travel doable, even on a budget—and how we tie every adventure back into our homeschool.
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🧳 Tips for finding cheap flights (even with a big family!)
🧺 Budget hacks like grocery store meals & off-peak travel
📖 How we prep with books, history, & culture before every trip
💡 Why one paid excursion can be enough to make it magical
🎒And how homeschooling gives us the flexibility to make it all work
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From Hawaii and Germany to our upcoming trip to London and Paris—this is a peek behind the scenes at how we’re living our homeschool dream… one trip at a time.
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Whether you’re road-tripping, dreaming of flying, or just wanting to travel smarter—this one’s for you.

What do you do when your child completely falls apart—whether it’s a full-on meltdown, a flood of tears, or explosive anger?

In this episode, we’ll talk about how to stay steady when your child is anything but. You’ll learn what’s really happening in your child’s brain and body during these moments, why your calm matters more than the perfect words, and how to respond in a way that builds trust and long-term resilience.

We’ll cover:
✨ Practical things to do (and not do) in the heat of the moment
✨ What to do to avoid meltdowns in the future
✨ And why your own calm is the best gift you can give your kids

If you’ve ever wondered “Am I handling this right?”—this episode is for you.

When our kids are young, we dream about the kind of family we want to have. We try to build traditions, set values, and create an atmosphere of love and connection—hoping it all pays off someday.

Now, with five of my seven kids officially adults, I’m getting to see the fruits of those efforts.

In this episode, I share how we intentionally shaped our family culture, the little (and big) things that made a difference, and what it all looks like years down the road.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the daily work of building family culture really matters, this episode is for you.

If I could go back and start homeschooling from the beginning, what would I do differently? In this episode, I’m sharing the things I’ve learned through experience—the mindset shifts, the priorities, and the practices I wish I had embraced sooner.

We’ll talk about how to find your why, define what you value most, focus on parenting first, make learning fun, and let go of what doesn’t really matter. Whether you’re just starting out or need a reset, this episode is full of encouragement and practical insight for a simpler, more joyful homeschool.

Next week my husband and I are celebrating 25 years of marriage 💍

To mark the occasion, I invited a good friend—and an incredible men's coach—onto the podcast to share some insights into what your husband might be thinking and feeling behind the scenes of your homeschool life.

What I didn’t expect?
He ended up coaching me. 😅

What started as an interview turned into one of the most powerful conversations I’ve had—he helped me see parts of my own struggles I hadn’t named, and offered so much wisdom about how to support your marriage while homeschooling.

Because as I always say:
Homeschooling is a part-time gig. Marriage is for life. ❤️

If you’ve ever wondered what your husband might wish you knew… this episode is for you.

In this episode, we’re getting real about the pressure to "do it all"—homeschooling, homemaking, parenting, and everything in between. The truth? You can’t do it all, and you’re not supposed to.

Instead of striving for balance that doesn’t exist, we’ll talk about how to uncover your true priorities, release unrealistic expectations, and create more joy in your homeschool days.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just need a reminder that slow and steady is enough—this episode is for you. 💛

🎧 Tune in and take a deep breath—you’re doing better than you think.

Have you ever looked around and thought, “Where are the other families like us?”
You’re not alone.

This week on the podcast, I’m talking about something so many homeschool parents struggle with—how to find like-minded homeschool families.
The kind of friends where your kids click, your values align, and you don’t have to explain why your 10-year-old is doing algebra at the park.

In this episode, I’m answering questions like:
• What if there aren’t many homeschoolers near me?
• How do I find families who share our faith and lifestyle?
• Is it even possible to build community when everyone’s busy?

If you’ve ever felt isolated or just wished for a few good friends to do life with, this episode is for you.

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Matt Bowman, author of Open Education, to talk about something that’s been on the minds of many parents and educators:

What if the problem isn’t your child—but the system itself?

Matt brings deep insight and experience to the table as we dive into why standardized education often fails to meet the needs of real learners. We talk about the history behind one-size-fits-all schooling, what’s broken in today’s classrooms, and how we can imagine something better—especially for homeschool families.

If you’ve ever felt like your child is being left behind, boxed in, or simply bored in the current system, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

As homeschool moms, we often feel like we’re carrying the full weight of our children’s education. But the truth is—dad is teaching, too.

He’s teaching through his work ethic.
He’s modeling how to treat others.
He’s shaping their view of faith, family, and what it means to be a man.

In this episode, I share:

• 5 powerful things kids learn by watching their dad

• Encouragement for moms whose husbands aren't deeply involved in homeschooling

• A reminder we all need: your marriage matters too
  Because one day, our kids will move out—and we’ll still be here, husband and wife. Let’s not forget to nurture that relationship in the midst of it all.

❤️ This episode is full of grace, perspective, and practical encouragement—just in time for Father’s Day.