Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing some winter meal ideas and recipes we love! From savory casseroles and soups, to juicing, smoothies and sourdough, this podcast has all of our favorites right now. Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

Sourdough: Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Recipe: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/sourdough-cinnamon-rolls-with-cream-cheese-topping/ Sourdough Bagels: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/homemade-sourdough-bagels/

Chicken Noodle Soup:https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/chicken-noodle-soup/ ( I like to add cayenne pepper)

Veggie Pasta Soup: https://www.livinglocurto.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/MealPlan19_Lisa1.pdf (Use what you have on hand to alter the veggie soup recipe)

Tacos bowls, Refried Beans, Trader Joes Chicken Curry, Muffins, Pancakes, Stuffed Bellpepper Recipe: https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/stuffed-peppers.html (slice bellpeppers and create a deconstructed version)

Coffee Creamer: https://www.pinchmeimeating.com/sweet-cream-cold-brew/#recipe (make a larger batch with vanilla syrup, heavy cream, cinnamon- add pumpkin puree for pumpkin flavor)

Green Juice: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOi_y8ujPDz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Cold Remedy: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMARBQkuRsU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm here for a quick chat about homeschooling the early grades kinder through second grade. This is truly the golden age with your children and I just want to encourage you to be confident and fully enjoy this time with your kids! Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

Curriculum: Learn why I recommend starting with TGTB: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-good-and-the-beautiful-curriculum-is-perfect-for-starting-your-homeschool-journey/

Art Supplies find my favorites here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Homeschooling Kinder: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/

Kinder Schedule: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschool-schedule-for-kindergarten/

Kinder Curriculum Ideas: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/kinder-curriculum-ideas/

Sensory Rice & Playdough. Find out how to incorporate this lovely concept into your homeschool and get the recipes here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/sensory-play-for-homeschool/

How to teach reading in your homeschool: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

How to help a struggling reader: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/

Book Series like: Little House on the Prairie, Chronicles of Narnia, Penderwicks, Harry Potter etc. Find my booklists here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/ Be inspired to create a literature based homeschool here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all of my favorite curriculum and gear, items I truly think are worth the investment for homeschooling. You may find my style and options pretty simple but I think simplifying homeschool often leads to the best outcomes. Topics covered in this episode include:

Curriculum: TGTB Math, Science, History. Lightning Literature. Building writers, Handwriting without tears: Cursive success. Mr.D Math. Learn why I recommend TGTB: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-good-and-the-beautiful-curriculum-is-perfect-for-starting-your-homeschool-journey/

Art Supplies, find my favorites here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Products: Legos, Microscopes, Cameras, Osmo, Storage, card games and board games.

Thrifted Items: Storage, Wooden trays, bowls and scoops. Get my thrift store shopping list here:https://themodernhomeschool.com/thrifting/

Sensory Rice & Playdough. Find out how to incorporate this lovely concept into your homeschool and get the recipes here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/sensory-play-for-homeschool/ Learn More about Homeschooling Kinder here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/

Online Programs: Lexia, ABC Mouse and Reading Eggs. Learn My thoughts on Online Curriculum here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/online-homeschool-classes-pros-cons/ Find out how to help your struggling reader here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/

Book Series like: Little House on the Prairie, Chronicles of Narnia, Penderwinks, Harry Potter etc. Find my booklists here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/ Be inspired to create a literature based homeschool here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

US History Studies, Resources here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/studies/

Audio books, kids Podcasts and morning baskets

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing how you can homeschool in around two hours a day. Of course, homeschooling timing is widely varied and depends on the individual child's needs and family's schedule. Some days simply take longer than others and some grades require more or less time. I discuss it all in this episode. Topics covered in this episode include:

How you can homeschool in just 2 hours or less for most grades

Why it is feasible that homeschooling is so much more efficient than traditional school settings.

Need help getting organized? Check out this episode and free class: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-for-next-school-year/ https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/

Considering Homeschooling kindergarten? Check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschool-schedule-for-kindergarten/

Kinder parents find out why homeschooling kinder is magical: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/starting-kindergarten-homeschooling-is-a-magical-option/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing the reality of the myths surrounding socialization of homeschoolers. Homeschoolers are smart, conversational and some of the most social kids you'll ever be around. In fact, it seems that homeschooled children tend to converse better than their counterpart as they are used to speaking to multiple different age groups. Topics covered in this episode include:

1. How modern homeschoolers don't fit the stigma of weird and isolated anymore

2. Things homeschoolers can get involved with in their community

3. Ideas and the truth surrounding modern homeschooling and why socialization is not the problem it once used to be.

Do you need help finding your people locally? Check out The Modern Homeschool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool/ and lets connect! I'll help you find a group in your area!

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all my thoughts on the pros and cons of online homeschool classes. The truth, how they work and what to watch out for, its all in this episode!

Want to learn more about documentation for homeschooling? listen to this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/documentation-for-homeschoolers/

Learn about homeschooling high school here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschooling-high-school/

Check out our curriculum picks for 25/26 here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, we're discussing different homeschooling styles. I don't fit the mold for any one homeschooling style and I don't think you should either; however, it' s great to understand different homeschooling philosophies out there. Here are a few topics covered in this episode:

Charlotte Mason Homeschooling- Structured lessons in nature, art, reading, oral narration, writing, scripture, and Latin coupled with traditional subjects. A whole child education with a large variety of learning opportunities.

Montessori Homeschooling- Child led, Adult guided, learning that fosters independence, self-direction and hands-on learning.

Classical Homeschooling- This style builds yearly on different periods of history, incorporates a heavy literature and biblical basis and is divided into three sections of learning by age group. Grammar, Logic and Rhetoric.

Hygge Homeschooling-The Danish tradition of incorporating comfort, beauty, contentment and warmth into all aspects of your home in order to promote a cozy environment in which to learn and live in.

Budget Homeschooling- Using what we have and being creative with free resources at the library and online.

By Grade/Traditional Homeschooling- Homeschooling to grade requirements; prescriptive home- schooling as defined by state and federal requirements. Reminiscent of school at home. Eclectic Homeschooling- A mixture of lots of different curricula and books to encourage a wide range of resources and learning experiences.

Literature Based/Unit Study Homeschooling- Reading and studying books together and informing each subject of learning through the current literature/genre of study.

Art/Nature Based Homeschooling- Incorporating art into all aspects of learning with a strong focus on nature and the outdoors. Spending lots of time outdoors unstructured.

Unschooling- Rejection of traditional schooling methodologies in favor of unstructured, child led learning.

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

Did you know I have my own art curriculum??!! Check it out here: https://amysarttable.com/products/

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Learn about thrifting for homeschooling here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/why-is-thrifting-good-for-homeschooling/

Learn about Free Homeschool Resources here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/free-homeschool-resources/

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing a quick Fall Homeschool Update! What we've been up to lately and how our Fall homeschool is going so far. Topics covered in this episode include:

My episode: What we are ditching this year in our homeschool: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-we-are-ditching-in-our-homeschool-this-year/

My episode: Curricula picks for 3rd, 7th & 9th grades: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/

Amys Art Table: my art site for free and paid Art curriculum options! https://amysarttable.com

Making holidays and special occasions special in simple ways. For some more ideas check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/fall-favorites-for-homeschooling/

Link to my unit studies! https://themodernhomeschool.com/studies/

Arteza Art Journals, Watercolor Set

Marine Biology Unit Study FREE

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education?

With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world.

Here is the link to my brand new book on Amazon. You can find more of The Modern Homeschool on Instagram, my website and you can download my freebies here  Thrifting Living Books Planning

My Episode: Build Your Own Literature Studies in 5 Easy Steps

My Episode: Plan your Homeschool Year in 4 Easy Steps

My Episode: Choosing Curriculum, 4 Things to Consider

My Episode: 5 Perks of Homeschooling

My Episode: A Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family

Links: (DISCLOSURE: Please note that some links on TheModernHomeschool.com are affiliate links. We may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you click through our links and make a purchase from one of our partners.)

Resources for Read Alouds and Other Books we Love:

Living Books, The Modern Homeschool

The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit, Wind in the Willows, The Secret Garden, 

Arteza Art Journals, Watercolor Set

Playdough Recipe, Sensory Rice Recipe

Lightning Literature, The Read Aloud Family,

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing how to create a positive home environment for your homeschoolers! You don't have to own a farm or a big house or even have a homeschooling room. What matters most is how you make your home loving, kind and fun for your kids! Topics covered in this episode include:

Start with a clean slate! Get your house clean and organized! For more information on how to organize your homeschool check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/ and this one: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-for-next-school-year/

Limit screentime!! For our screentime family rules check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/screentime-rules-for-the-family/

Encouraging board games, art and activities outside together to enhance sibling bonds

Making holidays and special occasions special in simple ways. For some more ideas check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/fall-favorites-for-homeschooling/

Setting aside dedicated family time

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education?

With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world.

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing a few things we are ditching this homeschool year. Now, entering year six of homeschooling and having kids in junior high and high school, times are changing and some things need to be reworked and put away. Find out what we're ditching this year and join in on the convo! Topics covered today include:

Homeschool days that are too long! To find out more about how I plan listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Slowing down the pace of our read alouds. For more information on creating your own book studies listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/build-your-own-literature-studies-in-5-easy-steps/ and for help with a struggling reader listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/

Moving to online Mr.D math for my upper graders

Not always using the same schedule everyday

Focusing less on subjects and more on interlocking them, building connections in all subjects. For a sneak peak at our curriculum this year listen here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/curriculum-picks-for-3rd-7th-9th-grades/

Condensing our extra curricular's

Phasing out our morning meeting

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

More on how I plan here:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/

Link to my planning printables:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/homeschool-planning/

Check out my new book here:

https://amzn.to/4dYhBlD

My Instagram for All things The Modern Homeschool:

http://www.instagram.com/the.modern.homeschool

Link to my episode: A Literature Based Approach to Homeschooling:

https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/a-literature-based-approach-to-homeschooling/

All My FAVORITE Art Supplies Here: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Did you know that homeschooling is currently the fastest growing form of education?

With nearly five million homeschoolers in America today, I hope that my listeners will gain inspiration, research and new ways to implement education with their children in natural and intentional ways. I want to offer solutions to the many challenging problems our youth faces today. I want to unify home educators and parents from around the world.