Homeschool Made Simple

Carole Joy Seid met Kara Beck almost twenty years ago when she attended one of her seminars in Minnesota. She educated (and continues to educate) her children using the Homeschool Made Simple methods from beginning to end.

Kara shares about the process of homeschooling, how her own needs as a mom have changed, and some of the amazing results she's experienced with her own children!

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• How consulting made a big difference
• Homeschooling a large family
• The best parts of homeschooling
• Cultivating an atmosphere of learning
• How Kara trusted the method when it seemed like too little

• The Trailblazer series of biographies – Mentioned as one of the favorite books curated in partnership with 10 of those books (online bookstore).
• The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer – Specifically discussed by
• Kara Beck as a book she found impactful and relevant to her homeschool journey.
• What Is a Family? by Edith Schaeffer – Referenced by Kara Beck for its concept of the family as a kaleidoscope, influencing how she views her children as individuals.

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+ Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!

+ Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!

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In this episode, Carole Joy Seid introduces listeners to a man whose light will never go out: John Stott. His life profoundly impacted the Christian world as he faithfully preached verse by verse throughout his adult life at All Souls Church. Carole shares why John Stott’s life and ministry have left such a lasting impression on her—and why, once you spend time with him, you will never be the same.

+ Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!

+ 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!

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Learning about nutrition and trying new recipes has been a lifelong passion of Carole Joy Seid’s. Many of the families Carole works with are navigating food sensitivities and allergies that can also be connected to learning challenges. In this episode, Carole shares eleven of her go-to nutrition and recipe books to help you nourish your family and find inspiration in the kitchen!

1. The Kid-Friendly ADHD and Autism Cookbook by Pamela Compart
2. The Paleo Diet by Loren Cordain
3. Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar--Your Brain's Silent Killers by David Perlmutter and Kristin Loberg
4. The Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook: Breakfasts, Entrees, and More by Elena Amsterdam
5. The Healthy Coconut Flour Cookbook by Erica Kerwien
6. The Paleo Slow Cooker: Healthy, Gluten-Free Meals the Easy Way by Arsy Vartanian
7. The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook: An Allergen‑Free by Mickey Trescott
8. Super Nutrition for Babies: The Right Way to Feed Your Baby for Optimal Health by Katherine Erlich and Kelly Genzlinger
9. Paleo Perfected: A Revolution in Eating Well with 150 Kitchen-Tested Recipes by America's Test Kitchen
10. Every Last Bite: A Deliciously Clean Approach to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet by Carmen Sturdy
11. Paleo Sweets and Treats: Seasonally Inspired Desserts that Let You Have Your Cake and Your Paleo Lifestyle, Tooby Heather Connell

+ Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!

+ 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!

Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

Marguerite de Angeli wrote books filled with happy, cozy families who loved their children, and she believed it was good for children to read stories that portray warm family life. Carole Joy Seid agrees! In this episode, Carole introduces you to this wonderful author and illustrator and shares why her books have such a special place in her heart.

1. Fiddlestrings
2. Henner's Lydia
3. Butter at the Old Price (autobiography)
4. Michigan's Marguerite de Angeli by William Anderson
5. Skipback School
6. Copper-Toed Boots
7. Thee, Hannah!
8. Yonie Wondernose
9. Jared's Island
10. The Door in the Wall
11. Bright April
12. Book of Nursery and Mother Goose Rhymes

+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!

Homeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

Lately, I've been impressed by Jesus’ words to the church of Ephesus, "Do the first things again."

I feel the homeschool movement needs to hear those things as well. We need to turn and do the first things we did originally.

In light of this, I’ll be teaching a webinar in February to help families return to the roots of greatness!

Click HERE for more information about the upcoming webinar, Returning to Our Roots of Greatness!

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What homeschooling mother doesn’t need time for rest and silent retreat?

In this episode, I’m telling you everything about my Sabbath Rest retreat space.

Click HERE  for more information about Sabbath Rest!

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I’m delighted to share the second part of my interview with David R. Godine.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

- Donald Hall
- Mary Azarian
- Farmer's Alphabet
- Classic poems illustrated by Glenna Lang

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When children get to preschool age, well meaning friends and relatives can start to put pressure on homeschooling families. They wonder, "What are you going to do all day? Don't you need a break?"

I'm so glad to share with you my conversation with Jesse and Rachel Winchester about how they approach preschool in their home. They have three children under five years of age so they are in the thick of the preschool years!

In this episode, you'll hear about: 

• How "Better Late Than Early" informs the preschool years
• Developing a rhythm for each day
• A typical day
• The importance of work being a part of the preschool journey
• Dad's role in the day
• Habit formation
• The best way to socialize children

For this episode's show notes, click HERE. 

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I have the privilege of interviewing David R. Godine, a literary giant in the publishing world! Books published by Godine have been some of the most treasured books by our family and families I have worked with over the years. 

In this episode, you'll hear about: 

• The American Boy's Handy Book
• Swallows and Amazons series
• Edward Ardizzone books

It's delightful to hear the publishing background of these wonderful books!

I'll be back with part two of this conversation in episode #42.

 

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This is the time of year when our hearts desire what is real, what is valuable, and what is meaningful. At this time, I always climb up on a step stool to the top of the bookcase in the dining room and pull down a stack of what I call “the Christmas books.”

Over the years I have read these out loud and we have cherished many of these stories as a family, but I also love the joy of just reading them alone on a quiet afternoon, as the sun pours through the bay window.

I thought I would list some of these books for you, and share a little bit about each of them.

For the full list, find the show notes HERE.

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