Homeschool Made Simple

By Homeschool Made Simple

For the young parents, the veteran homeschoolers, or anyone navigating the waters of homeschool options, nationally-known speaker and educational consultant, Carole Joy Seid, helps you homeschool simp... more

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How many episodes does Homeschool Made Simple have?

The podcast currently has 255 episodes available.

Homeschool Made Simple episodes:

March 26, 2025 258: Nurturing Strong Bonds From Birth: Breastfeeding and Beyond
The early years of a child's life are crucial for bonding. Carole and Rachel sit down with Lactation Consultant and homeschool mom of 5 Jill Seberger. They discuss the importance of eye contact and skin-to-skin contact to the diverse ways of nurturing a strong parent-child connection, whether you are breastfeeding or not. This will surely encourage you towards a positive connection with your littles.
RESOURCES
+Jill Seberger’s Breastfeeding class: Breezy Breastfeeding Prenatal Class
Coupon Code HMS for 30% off Jill's Breastfeeding Course
+Jill’s Website: BreezyBreastFeeding.com
+Jill’s Ebook
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
HMS Essentials
Everything you need to jump in!
HMS Essentials Bundle
...more
26min
March 19, 2025 257: Following the Lord In Our Marriages
While an ideal marriage can't be guaranteed, we can learn to live with faithfulness in the covenant we have made as a husband or wife. In this replay episode, Carole and one her best friends, Anne Storm talk about part of Carole’s marriage journey to her husband, John. Truly, each of us carries a burden with us in life, and Carole is a walking testament to following the Lord in her difficult circumstance. Be encouraged!
RESOURCES
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Get God's Good Design Guide
God's Good Design Guide
Simply Food Prep!
Get our free nutrition bundle to ease the burden of making meals.
Nutrition Bundle
...more
24min
March 12, 2025 256: Becoming a Screen-Free Family
As Carole continues her conversation (see Episode 255) with homeschooling parents David and Audrey Ryan, she learns about their journey into doing life screen-free and how they initially struggled to unplug their children. However, they have seen real benefits in their children’s attitudes and behavior, such as improved family bonding and less conflict among their children. They love their new environment where children can explore and entertain themselves without the need for constant entertainment.
RESOURCES
+ Eps 139 - Better Late Than Early
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Free Reading List for Parents
Free Reading List for Parents
...more
23min
March 05, 2025 255: How Homeschooling Transformed Learning for a Special Needs Child
Does homeschooling work for a child with special needs or learning differences? Carole sits down with David and Audrey Ryan to talk about their experiences with public school and their transition to homeschooling. They share how they have moved past standardized tests and rigid benchmarks, to create a custom, nurturing educational environment tailored to their child’s unique needs. Join us for this encouraging episode!
RESOURCES
+The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Free Reading List for Parents
Free Reading List for Parents
HMS Essentials
Everything you need to jump in!
HMS Essentials Bundle
...more
24min
February 26, 2025 254: Homemaking and Finding Joy in Everyday Tasks with Your Kids
The thing about being home all day with your family is that your house gets a lot of use and that can be a challenge. Rachel and Carole discuss homemaking and the importance of passing the skills on to our kids. They discuss focus, “baking therapy,” hospitality, and the whys behind shifting our attitudes about home-keeping. Join us!
RESOURCES
+Home Comforts: The Art and Comfort of Keeping House by Cheryl Mendelson
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Simply Food Prep!
Get our free nutrition bundle to ease the burden of making meals.
Nutrition Bundle
Join us for an in-person seminar.
The Year's Seminars
...more
33min
February 19, 2025 253: Standardized Tests and Homeschooling Q & A
Some states require state testing to happen every year for homeschooling families. In this episode, Carole and Rachel address families' concerns about standardized testing, especially in states where it is mandatory, and offer practical advice for preparing children without inducing anxiety. And reading to your children is a game-changer for doing well on those tests! Carole encourages parents to approach test days positively and gives tips on preparing older children for the SAT and ACT. We hope this gives you a good perspective on testing and how to approach them stress-free.
RESOURCES
+Free Reading List for Homeschooling Parents
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
HMS Essentials
Everything you need to jump in!
HMS Essentials Bundle
Free Reading List for Parents
Free Reading List for Parents
...more
27min
February 12, 2025 252: Nature Study Made Simple by Encouraging Curiosity and Awe with Eryn Lynum
In this second conversation with Eryn Lynum of the Nat Theo Podcast, we discuss how to be outside in nature with our children. Is better to be in awe without much guidance or to point out all kinds of things in our natural world?
Eryn encourages new naturalists with some helpful tips to take your first few experiences into nature. She offers practical ideas like setting up bird habitats, utilizing your local library for nature books, and using simple tools like microscopes to make science come alive. Join us!
RESOURCES
+Nature book list
+ErynLynum.com
+Nat Theo Podcast-Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Unplugged Children Bundle
Give your child the gift of a nature-rich, low-tech childhood!
Unplugged Children Bundle
...more
23min
February 05, 2025 251: Nurture Faith and Curiosity with Nature-Focused Learning
Rachel Winchester speaks with Eryn Lynum, naturalist and podcast host of the Nat Theo show, about how nature points us to our creator God.
They discuss the origins of modern scientific thought and how we as homeschool parents struggle with “teaching” or over-explaining nature.
This first of a two-part conversation gives you the whys behind Eryn’s focus on nature. Next week, we’ll dive into the how-to’s of nature exploration. Join us!
RESOURCES
+Nature book list
+Check out the Nat Theo Podcast!
+Get Eryn's book, Rooted in Wonder
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Eryn Lynum | Website | Nat Theo Podcast | Instagram
Mentioned in this episode:
Unplugged Children Bundle
Give your child the gift of a nature-rich, low-tech childhood!
Unplugged Children Bundle
...more
21min
January 29, 2025 250: Character Development is at the Heart of Homeschool Made Simple
What a joy to be celebrating our 250th episode of Homeschool Made Simple with you. We so appreciate our listeners and our families! In this episode, Carole reminds us of that guiding our children to be people of good character and to follow the Lord is the foundation of the HMS method. Character is grown by being consistent in parenting, and encouraging families to be low-tech and nature-rich. More inspiration is here…listen in!
RESOURCES
+David Arroyo episodes: 102: God Calls a Father's Heart Home
To hear more from the Arroyo family, tune in to episodes 103, 173, 176 and 177.
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Carole Joy Seid of Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
HMS Essentials
Everything you need to jump in!
HMS Essentials Bundle
...more
35min
January 22, 2025 249: Preserving Great Literature with Private Lending Libraries
As our culture shifts and time goes on, it can be tough to find the great books we most love. Prepare yourself for a wonderful resource: Private Lending Libraries!
Carole and Kathleen Seeger from Madison, Wisconsin, discuss how these affordable treasure troves are assisting our homeschooling efforts with carefully curated collections of quality books (and many out-of-print books.) With budget-friendly memberships and quality-focused selections, they're becoming the smart parent's secret weapon for enriched learning.
RESOURCES
+ Kathleen’s Library, Living Education Library Facebook Page
+See if there’s a private library near you.
+Another list of private libraries.
+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
CONNECT
Carole Joy Seid of Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Mentioned in this episode:
Book Lover's Bundle! Use coupon code PODCAST for 15% off
Book Lover's Bundle
Free Book List
...more
29min

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How many episodes does Homeschool Made Simple have?

The podcast currently has 255 episodes available.

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