Most homeschool plans don’t break because of one big mistake. They slowly break down over time, especially as families grow and seasons change.

If your homeschool has ever felt like it was quietly losing strength, even though nothing was “wrong,” this episode will help you understand why.

In this conversation, I’m sharing a pattern I’ve seen again and again in homeschool families. One that leads to burnout, frustration, and loss of momentum, even when parents are doing everything right.

>You’ll hear:

• Why homeschool breakdowns are usually structural, not emotional

• The difference between fixing problems and building resilience

• Why curriculum changes often miss the real issue

• How building a homeschool that adapts can change everything

This episode isn’t about pressure or panic. It’s about seeing your homeschool clearly and building something that can grow and adapt over time.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Raising independent kids doesn’t mean removing structure — it means using it wisely.

In this episode, I’m joined by Kristina Heagh-Avritt, founder of Vibrant Family Education and co-host of the Bringing Education Home podcast.

With over 30 years of experience working with families, Kristina shares how parents can create enough structure to guide progress, while still giving kids the space they need to take responsibility and ownership.

If you want to raise confident, independent kids without swinging to extremes, this episode is for you.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KRISTINA:

Website: https://vibrantfamilyeducation.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kheaghavritt/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Mrs.Heagh-Avritt

Podcast: https://vibrantfamilyeducation.com/podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristina.heaghavritt/

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Starting homeschooling can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re surrounded by opinions and pressure to “do it right.” Most parents simply want their kids to love learning again and feel confident they’re raising capable, independent young adults.

But fear of falling behind often leads to box-checking — and that quietly erodes curiosity and joy. I’ve been there.

In this episode, I share how to start or restart homeschooling with clarity and confidence, so you can protect your child’s love of learning and build a foundation that truly fits your family — even if your beginning didn’t go the way you hoped.

If you’re new to homeschooling, questioning your current approach, or ready to stop second-guessing and start leading with confidence, this episode is for you.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Learning a second language does more than meet a requirement—it strengthens brain health, thinking skills, and confidence as a learner.

In this episode, I’m joined by Suzanne Gose—former public-school teacher, longtime homeschool mom, and founder of Flip Flop Spanish—to explore how language learning supports lifelong learning without pressure or burnout.

We talk about why language learning boosts cognitive development, how it builds confidence and communication, and how to approach it in a way that actually works for homeschool families.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://lolb.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH SUZANNE:

** Get Suzanne’s free guide “The Key to Learning Anything”! With audio! https://www.flipflopspanish.com/discount/KAMI25?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Febook-the-key-to-learning-anything

Website: https://www.flipflopspanish.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flipflopspanish/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flipfloplearning/playlists

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seriously-suzanne-homeschooling-homesteading-family/id1559565108

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlipFlopSpanish/

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

When kids enter a school or college environment, box-checking is unavoidable.

But what is avoidable is sending them in without the confidence, curiosity, and hunger to learn.

Because what your child brings into that environment changes everything about how they experience it — and what they carry with them afterward.

In this episode, I’m sharing why love of learning is the real factor that determines school and college outcomes.

We’ll look at how entering a box-checking system with high love of learning versus low love of learning leads to very different results — not just academically, but in confidence, resilience, and long-term success.

If you’re preparing your child for school, college, or a major transition — and you want to protect their love of learning while doing it — this conversation will help you zoom out and make that decision with clarity.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule your free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook homeschool community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Holidays can feel overwhelming for moms—especially when we’re carrying unspoken expectations about how everything should look and feel.

We want magical memories, joyful kids, meaningful traditions, and a home that somehow holds it all together. But when every moment has to be special, it can quietly pull us away from the connection we’re actually hoping for.

In this episode, I’m sharing how to manage holiday expectations with more intention and less pressure—so you can focus on what truly matters to your family and still enjoy the season.

If you’re ready for a calmer, more connected holiday, this episode is for you. 💛

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule your free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook homeschool community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Preparing kids for life starts with leadership—and homeschooling plays a powerful role in how those leadership skills are developed.

In this episode, I’m joined by Suzanne Gose, former public school teacher, longtime homeschool mom, and founder of Flip Flop Spanish and Leadership Lab, to talk about how leadership skills for kids grow through communication, mentoring, and intentional homeschooling.

We discuss what leadership really looks like in family life, how communication builds confidence, and how homeschool parents can guide kids toward leadership without pressure or overwhelm.

If you want your homeschool to prepare your kids for success in life—no matter what they choose—this episode is for you.

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH SUZANNE:

** Get Suzanne’s free guide “The Key to Learning Anything”! With audio! https://www.flipflopspanish.com/discount/KAMI25?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Febook-the-key-to-learning-anything

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flipflopspanish/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flipfloplearning/playlists

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seriously-suzanne-homeschooling-homesteading-family/id1559565108

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlipFlopSpanish/

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Looking for meaningful holiday gifts that actually build connection, spark curiosity, and support your kids’ love of learning? 🎁✨

In this episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful gift categories that help you raise curious, confident kids—without adding more clutter.

We’re talking:

• experiences that build family memories

• connection-focused gifts for home

• resources that deepen your child’s interests

• simple 1:1 ideas to strengthen parent–child bonds

• service projects that teach gratitude & giving

If you want gifts that inspire learning, leadership, and family connection, this guide will help you make the season intentional and fun-filled. 💛

*Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule your free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook homeschool community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

Daughters (and sons) learn so much from us — and the relationship we build with them shapes who they become.

Today I’m joined by Shannon Roberts, host of Connecting with Our Daughters and creator of the Making Memories with Our Daughters masterclass. Shannon has spent years helping moms and girls grow confidence and resilience through simple, intentional shared experiences.

In this episode we cover:

• Why shared moments matter

• How to build trust and confidence

• Simple ways to strengthen your relationship

If you’re raising girls (or boys!), this is a must-listen. 💛

**Save your seat for the upcoming FREE Inspiring Lifelong Learners Masterclass!

 https://illlive.thefreedomscholar.org/illliverp0

CONNECT WITH SHANNON:

Instagram: @connectingwithourdaugthers

Podcast: Connecting with our Daughters

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

This tiny habit can move your home from tension to connection faster than you expect.

It sounds cliché… until life feels heavy and it’s the last thing you want to reach for.

But here’s the truth: when you choose it on purpose, it can flip the script on your homeschool culture and your family relationships.

Stop. Be present. This one shift might be the difference between another breakdown and actual healing—between disconnect and rebuilding what matters most.

In this episode, we dig into simple, practical ways to practice gratitude—especially on the days you feel empty—so you can create space for connection, renewal, and a fresh start in your home.

**Save your seat for the upcoming FREE Inspiring Lifelong Learners Masterclass!

 https://illlive.thefreedomscholar.org/illliverp0

CONNECT WITH KAMI:

Schedule your free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami:

https://link.thefreedomscholar.org/widget/bookings/fn

“Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST:  https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/live-with-kami

See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/

Join our Facebook homeschool community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar