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October 16, 2019 Episode 11 Solutions to Homeschooling Science
Episode 11: Solutions to Homeschooling Science
Have you ever dissected a fish on your kitchen counter and then tried to get the eyeball under a microscope? I have, and my daughter and I made quite a mess together. We could have used some advice from today’s guest, Tom Frederick, here to discuss Some Pros and Cons of Doing Science at Home.
Links to online labs and other resources mentioned or referred to in this week's podcast:
https://physics.ccsu.edu/LEMAIRE/genphys/virtual_physics_labs.htm
http://www.physicslab.org/Default.aspx
https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Interactives
https://www.perfectionlearning.com/science/physics/kinetic-interactive-physics-programs/virtual-physics-labs.html
https://www.edinformatics.com/HTML5/html5-physics-simulations.html
https://phet.colorado.edu/en/teaching-resources/tipsForUsingPhet
Find Tom Frederick here: http://www.physicsisphun.org/
https://homeschoolconnections.com/instructors/thomas-frederick/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomassfrederick/
Today’s Short Feature: Story Strands Illustrative Storytelling
Find Celeste Behe at http://celestebehe.com/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
33 min
October 09, 2019 Episode 10: How Homeschool Grads Perform in College
Episode 10: How Homeschool Grads Perform in College

On average, homeschoolers measurably outperform traditionally-educated students in test scores, admission rates, and graduation rates. But is that the whole story? Megan Fassero, the Homeschool Outreach Coordinator for Benedictine College, will enlighten us on How Homeschool Grads Perform in College!

Learn More About Benedictine College: www.benedictine.edu
Request Benedictine’s Free Guide for Homeschoolers - www.benedictine.edu/homeschoolguide
Visit Benedictine on Homeschool Visit Day! - https://www.benedictine.edu/admission/visit/homeschool/index
2019 Inspire Conference - Planning With the Temperament God Gave You - https://homeschoolconnectionsonline.com/free-homeschool-help-videos

Today’s Short Feature:
Self-Employment
Find Dan Louzonis here: https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
38 min
October 02, 2019 Episode 9: Homeschooling Kids Who are Wired Differently
Episode 9: Homeschooling Kids Who Are Wired Differently
Your child may be a very early reader, deeply focused on creative pursuits, and incredibly interesting as a human being—but what happens when that same child struggles with overstimulation, anxiety, or depression? Today’s guest is Ginny Kochis, here to discuss Homeschooling Kids Who Are Wired Differently.

Find Ginny Kochis here: https://www.notsoformulaic.com/
More Recommended Resources:
Gifted Homeschoolers Forum
National Association for Gifted Children
SENGifted
Crushing Tall Poppies (gifted adults)

Today’s Short Feature: From Ideal to Real
Activities That Will Change Your Family Culture
Find Chantal Howard here: https://www.chantal-howard.com/ and https://www.aromarosary.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
39 min
September 25, 2019 Episode 8: The Role of the Father In Homeschooling
Episode 8: The Role of the Father in Homeschooling
Homeschooling dads have a unique opportunity to lead their families and influence their children in ways that are personal, powerful, and pleasing to God. Today I have the honor of talking with one of my favorite authors, Joseph Pearce, about The Role of the Father in Homeschooling.
Find Joseph Pearce:
Joseph’s personal website: https://jpearce.co/
Race With the Devil: My Journey from Racial Hatred to Rational Love, by Joseph Pearce
Some music recommendations from Joseph Pearce:
Scythian: https://www.scythianmusic.com/
L’Angelus: https://www.langelus.com/
Joseph’s article, “Virtue vs. Virtuosity in Education”

Today's Short Feature: Books and Blessings
A Single Bead, by Stephanie Engelman
Find A.J. Cattapan here: https://www.ajcattapan.com/ and https://www.catholicteenbooks.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
30 min
September 18, 2019 Episode 7: Time Management Tips from a Homeschool Graduate
Episode 7: Time Management Tips from a Homeschool Graduate

Homeschooled students get to develop unique skills and an outlook that strengthens them to live a very intentional life. Today I’m talking with Emily Henry, here to share some Time Management Tips from a Homeschool Graduate.

Find Emily Henry here: https://homeschoolconnections.com/instructors/emily-henry/

Today's Short Feature: Story Strands Telling Bible Stories
Find Celeste Behe here: http://celestebehe.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
36 min
September 11, 2019 Episode 6: Top Tips for New Homeschooling Parents
Episode 6: Top Tips for New Homeschooling Parents
Getting started with homeschooling can be overwhelming, but our guest is a homeschooling mom who loves to encourage and equip new homeschoolers! Today we’re talking with Amanda Woodiel about her Top Tips for New Homeschooling Parents.
Find Amanda Woodiel:
In a Place of Grace
CatholicMom.com
AmazingCatechists.com
12 Top Tips for New Homeschooling Families

Today’s Short Feature: Einstein Blueprint
Find Dan Louzonis here: https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
37 min
September 04, 2019 Episode 5: Preparing for a Joyful Homeschool Year
Episode 5: Preparing for a Joyful Homeschool Year with Bonnie Landry
Have you ever wondered how some families manage to radiate joy in their homeschooling journey? Well, there are secrets to that joy that anyone can learn, according to our guest, Bonnie Landry, who will give us some tips on Preparing for a Joyful Homeschool Year!
Bonnie’s workshop video series is now available FREE on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFLgPpibMXI&list=PL-Ng60JqrF0SBJdTKdxXJ_EO_6zMVJNAx
Visit Bonnie's website to check out her blog and other homeschooling resources, bonnielandry.ca
Recommended Books: Bonnie’s books on Amazon: Homeschooling, Simplified series Revolution of Mercy, https://amzn.to/3GgA0uM
Recommended books:

Hallowed Be This House: Finding Signs of Heaven in Your Home, by Thomas Howard
Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers, by Gordon Neufeld
Sink Reflections, by Marla Cilley
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up

Today’s Short Feature: From Ideal to Real
Find Chantal Howard here: https://www.chantal-howard.com/ and https://www.aromarosary.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
42 min
August 28, 2019 Episode 4: Building a Network When Your Children Are Small
Episode 4: Building a Network When Your Children Are Small with AnneMarie Miller
At first, they may be invisible to your homeschool network, but there are lots of moms with babies and toddlers out there looking for support and friendship for themselves and for their children. Some of them are discerning whether to stay at home long-term and still others are considering homeschooling. But what can they do while their children are too young for the local homeschool coop or the full-day programs available to little ones? Today we’re talking with AnneMarie Miller, a young mother at the very beginning of her homeschooling journey. We’ll be brainstorming ideas for Building a Network When Your Children Are Small. Stay tuned throughout for ways you can encourage and inspire AnneMarie and other moms like her!
Find Annemarie Miller at Sacrifice of Love, CatholicMom.com, and Verily Magazine
Find A.J. Cattapan at https://www.ajcattapan.com/ and https://www.catholicteenbooks.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
33 min
August 21, 2019 Episode 3: The Joy of Raising Living Things
Episode 3: The Joy of Raising Living Things with TM Gaouette
Homesteading: The Joy of Raising Living Things: God’s exquisite creation is a powerful expression of his love for us, so how valuable is it to teach our children to appreciate the complex beauty of the natural world? Today’s guest is Catholic author and homeschooling mom, TM Gaouette, to share her family’s adventure with Homesteading and the Benefits of Raising Living Things.
Learn more about Tai and her faithfully-Catholic novels at CatholicTeenBooks.com and tmgaouette.com/

Today's Short Feature:
Learn more about Celeste Behe and "Story Strands" here: http://celestebehe.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
34 min
August 14, 2019 Episode 2: Consistency and a Charlotte Mason Education
Episode 2: Consistency and a Charlotte Mason Education with Dr. Jessica Ptomey
Today’s guest, author Jessica Ptomey, PhD, will explain the importance of Consistency in a Catholic Homeschool and how Charlotte Mason's methods provide the daily disciplines and habits to achieve a long-term vision for your children’s education.
Jessica’s blog and podcast: http://jessicaptomey.com/
Charlotte Mason’s six-book series, free online: https://amblesideonline.org/CM/toc.html
Beauty in the Word, by Stratford Caldecott: https://www.circeinstitute.org/store/books/beauty-word-rethinking-foundations-education
(John Senior quote on the prerequisite education for grasping the Great Books, is found on p. 119 of Beauty in the Word)
Consider This: Charlotte Mason and the Classical Tradition, by Karen Glass: http://www.karenglass.net/
Know and Tell, by Karen Glass: https://amzn.to/42BN2xl
Cindy Rollins’ podcast, The Mason Jar: www.meremotherhood.com/the-mason-jar-podcast
Jessica Ptomey on The Journey Home, with Marcus Grodi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zltIDGlyQ0c
Julia Carney’s Poem, “Little Things”: https://www.famlii.com/little-things-poem-julia-carney/

Today’s Short Feature:
Dan Louzonis, from Einstein Blueprint: https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/
John Louzonis: https://kidsgetrich.com/book
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
43 min