Why do families stop reading aloud once children learn to read for themselves?

In this episode, we make the case that we may be stopping far too soon.

We explore the history of reading aloud, oral recitation, Charles Dickens' public readings, the McGuffey Readers, and modern research on vocabulary, language development, story listening, and shared reading.

You'll also hear why reading aloud should complement—not replace—phonics and independent reading, how it can become a bridge into books children aren't ready to tackle alone, and why shared stories naturally lead to conversations about courage, loyalty, justice, sacrifice, forgiveness, and human nature.

Plus, you'll get practical read-aloud recommendations for children from preschool through the teenage years and simple advice for creating a family reading culture without turning every book into another school assignment.

Your child may be able to read the book alone.

But that doesn't necessarily mean you should stop reading it together.

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It is that time of year again! Join me as we prepare for the fall with this is a throwback workshop from YouTube!

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What happens when a teenager knows college is not the answer—but has no idea what comes next? I sit down with Maxim Smith, co-author of The Preparation, to hear how he went from hiding in his room and feeling completely lost at 17 to becoming an EMT, pilot, wildland firefighter, sailor, ranch hand, entrepreneur, and investor-in-training. We discuss homeschooling, apprenticeships, real-world education, rites of passage, confidence, and how parents can help floundering teens build a meaningful path beyond the traditional college track.

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https://substack.com/@maximsmith

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I used to believe I needed the perfect curriculum to teach homeschool science correctly. In this episode, I share 12 better ways to help children experience science through nature, experiments, books, field trips, experts, games, and everyday life—without forcing another program they may quickly forget.

Nature Journaling with John Muir Laws Part 1

Nature Journaling with John Muir Laws Part 2

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I talk with Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free about helping teens and young adults build meaningful careers without automatically defaulting to college. We discuss apprenticeships, degree-free jobs, career testing, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, college debt, AI, and how to match work with the life your child actually wants.

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Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@DegreeFree Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@degreefree Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/degreefree/

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Moore, a cognitive psychologist, child development specialist, ADHD mom, and Director of Psychology and Research at LearningRx, to talk about supporting kids with ADHD at home and in school. We discuss 504 plans, IEP struggles, homeschooling with ADHD, emotional regulation, sleep, nutrition, exercise, medication, and what parents can do when the traditional school system is not working. If your child has big emotions, challenging behaviors, or feels like they are failing in school, this conversation will give you hope, practical tools, and a better way to understand the ADHD brain.

https://www.thebrainymoms.com/

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In this episode, I pause to honor America's 250th birthday and reflect on what it means to teach our children about liberty, history, virtue, and truth....AND revisit a past episode to remember our past.

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In this episode, I talk with Elyse Scheeler, a licensed speech-language pathologist, special needs advocate, homeschool coach, and host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood. We talk about IEPs, speech delays, sensory needs, ADHD, executive functioning, and why parents can homeschool a child with additional needs. If you are wondering whether school is the only place your child can receive support, this episode will encourage and equip you.

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Speaking Life Into Motherhood Podcast

https://speakinglife.co/homeschool/

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After years of researching education history, I decided to try something radical: teaching my children with textbooks from the 1800s and early 1900s. In this episode, I share the surprising results, the books we're using, and why these simple, straightforward resources may hold lessons modern education has forgotten.

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In this episode, I talk with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation, about the growing crisis of aimlessness among young people and how families can prepare them for adulthood without relying solely on traditional education. We discuss purpose, practical skills, entrepreneurship, adventure, and helping teens become capable, confident adults.

Connect with Matt Smith on Twitter

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Matt Smith on Crisis Investing

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