Dyslexia is a disability, even if you can’t see it. As a learning disability, homeschooling parents want to be on the lookout for dyslexia and need to know how they can best support their dyslexic children. Today, we welcome Stephen Yearout of the Empower Dyslexia podcast to discuss his experience with his dyslexia, what the early warning signs are, and what you can do as a parent to help your child fulfill their highest potential. We’ve been wanting to bring you this episode for some time, but we wanted to do it right, and we think that every parent (homeschooler or not, dyslexic children or not) should listen to this episode and learn from what Stephen has to share.

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You Can’t Make Me (But I Can Be Persuaded), by Cynthia Tobias

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Independence is the most important skill a parent can teach their child, but for homeschoolers it can be a bit harder. We’re always with our kids anyway, so it can be hard to loosen our grip and let them alone for a while, but with a few sensible precautions and a healthy dose of trust, it can be an immensely rewarding experience for parent and child alike. Today, we discuss the reasons for being overprotective, the pitfalls of it, and our own experiences of and ideas for encouraging independence in our own children. And be sure to stay to the end when we answer a big question about what papers homeschooling parents should keep.

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Homeschooling at the beach can make summer learning fun! With a variety of different experiences and things to see and do at the beach, you’ll have no trouble making sure that the learning opportunities don’t end, even when it’s summertime. There are so many things to learn about at the beach. Weather, tides, engineering, fishing, wildlife, ecosystems, the list goes on and on. Today, we discuss all our favorite beach memories and our favorite tips to ensure a successful beach trip for everyone! And be sure to stay until the end, when we discuss a mathematical big question!

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Enrichment academies are a great resource for any homeschooling family. Whether you choose one to ensure a complex subject is taught with expertise or because you need to make time to work, enrichment academies can supplement your child’s education immensely. Getting out of the house, interacting with other kids, and learning the expectations of a classroom setting will set your child up for success in their later life. Today, we discuss the ins and outs of enrichment academies! And be sure to stay to the end, when we answer an “eventful” question.

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Every homeschooling parent will wonder how to find money for college. It can be hard enough for parents of one child, but if you have multiple children, the costs can stack up. Thankfully, Brad Baldridge joins us today to help. Brad is a financial planner specializing in last minute college budgeting. With his help, you’ll be able to identify how to save money for college, when to start, and what options you’ll have that can make a college education easier to afford. And be sure to stay to the end when we answer a big question that can also save you money!

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BRAD’S WEBSITE: Baldridge College Solutions – Strategies For College Financial Planning

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The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is celebrating our 100th episode! Today we pour a few drinks and enjoy a wide-ranging conversation. Topics include: books we’ve been reading, looking back at previous episodes, how homeschooling has changed since 2020, our earliest memories, and more!

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Episodes We Discussed Today:

055: What is Gameschooling?

077: Alternative Homeschooling Styles

087: Homeschooling as an Introvert (w/ Alyssa Wolff of the Unbusy Mom Podcast) 

Books We Discussed Today:

Nothing, by Janne Teller on Amazon

Bob Woodward’s Books on Amazon

The Number 1 Ladie’s Detective Agency Series on Amazon

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Jackbox Games

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Homeschooling through hard times can be overwhelming, and many homeschooling parents are told they should put their children into public school. But there’s no need. The truth is when your family is facing hardship, homeschooling is your greatest advantage, because you can all face the hardships together. Today, we discuss the hard times we’ve gone through and how we continued our learning lifestyle throughout. And be sure to stay to the end when we answer a very seasonal question!

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Need Help Dealing with Grief? – GriefShare

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One of the best benefits of homeschooling is that you can tailor your pace to suit your student’s needs. But sometimes that makes it hard to know when to graduate your child. What are the signs beyond the academic that your child is ready to graduate? What needs to happen in advance? How can you best prepare your child for the adult world? All these questions and more in our discussion today. And be sure to stay to the end, when we answer a worried parent’s big question.

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Senior High: A Home-Designed Form+U+la (1999 edition) (cathyduffyreviews.com)

Elevating Homeschool Graduations – HomeschoolDiploma.com

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Knowing when and how to get learning disability testing is crucial if you’ve noticed your child struggling in some areas. But how do you as a homeschooling parent navigate the complicated world of securing testing for your child? Today, we’re joined by learning disability testing advocate Jessamyn Putnam, who gives and all the ins and outs of learning disability testing, when and how to get it, and how to recognize if your child might have a learning disability.

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Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy

childrenneedheroes.com

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You took the final step in your decision to homeschool, but now you’re probably wondering what to do after pulling your child out of public school. You’ve made a big change and have endless possibilities in front of you. It can be more than a little overwhelming. Today, we discuss this really big question and offer advice and perspectives from our decades of homeschooling experience. From the importance of taking a break to how you can deal with potential attitude problems, we’re here to make sure you settle into your new role as educator without missing a beat!

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