Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing about some fun travel tips to Sequoia National Park! We love to visit the giant sequoias every Summer and here is where we often go and how you can make this awe inspiring educational homeschool trip too!

Sequoia National Park: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm

Sequoyah the book: https://amzn.to/4qSJEso

General Sherman Paved Trail: https://explorewithalec.com/general-sherman-tree/

Grant Grove Paved Trail (30 mile drive from General Sherman): https://noahlangphotography.com/blog/general-grant-tree-trail-kings-canyon-national-park

Sequoia National Park Dining (Lodgepole grill eating & Souvenirs): https://www.visitsequoia.com/sequoia-dining/

Other Great Links:

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/

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

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm here for a quick chat about organizing your homeschool supplies. Where do you put all of the stuff that comes with homeschooling? Bonus: I have a FREE class for you! Organize My Homeschool QUICK class!

FREE class: Organize my homeschool QUICK: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/learn-how-to-organize-your-homeschool-quick/

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

Block Scheduling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-is-block-scheduling-and-how-can-it-help-your-homeschool/

Getting Organized: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-for-next-school-year/

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/

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  ThriftingLivingBooks Planning

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm here for a quick chat about books we LOVE and where to find books for all ages. There is nothing like fostering a love for literature in your home, it will pay dividends in your future. Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

Winter Book List:https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/winter-books-for-your-whole-family/

The Modern Homeschool Book List:https://themodernhomeschool.com/living-books/

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/

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  ThriftingLivingBooks Planning

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I’m here for a quick chat about homeschooling with confidence, the how and the why this is important. How do we as parents gain confidence in our abilities and what does this do for our homeschool and our children? These are some of the questions I’ll be discussing today. SomeContinue reading "Homeschooling with Confidence"

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm chatting all about gift ideas under $20. I hope you like some of these ideas and I would love to hear yours! Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

Books, Book Store giftcard, fuzzy slippers, art supplies, handmade ornaments, water bottles, candlesticks, vintage candlestick holders, beading kits, garden items, wind chimes, bird feeder, cookbooks, chess set, card games, deck of cards, sports balls (soccer, football, basketball, baseball), sugar scrub, shower gel, makeup, sketchbook, markers, jewelry box, earrings, hat, puzzle, hairbrush, hoodie, scrunchies.

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

My Print Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/amysarttable

Air Dry Clay: https://onelittleproject.com/how-to-make-clay/

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/

Winter Book List: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/winter-books-for-your-whole-family/

Christmas Book List: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/christmas-books-for-all-ages/

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 here for a quick chat about simplifying your Christmas and slowing down this December. Investing your time in just a few activities per day coupled with craftiness to bring the holiday together and give to others, works really well for having a simple Christmas. Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

How to take December off: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-and-why-to-take-the-month-of-december-off-of-homeschooling/

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

Baking, Giving & Bible Study: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/christmas-traditions-for-the-family/

Christmas Books: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/christmas-books-for-all-ages/

Winter Books for the whole fam: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/winter-books-for-your-whole-family/

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/

Winter Food Ideas: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/getting-organized-with-food-this-winter/

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 here for a quick chat about why we take the month of December off homeschooling and why I think you should too!! I want to encourage you and give you a few tips on how to build this into your schedule. You will never regret this time with your kids, most holiday activities naturally have academic components and rest is necessary and the perfect way to end the year. Enjoy festive days with your kids without huge crowds and without all the stress of cramming in too much into too little of time. Some topics covered in this episode and related links are:

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

Christmas Traditions: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/christmas-traditions-for-the-family/

Christmas Books: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/christmas-books-for-all-ages/

Block Scheduling for homeschooling: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-is-block-scheduling-and-how-can-it-help-your-homeschool/

Creating a positive home environment: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/creating-a-positive-home-environment/

Homeschool Hacks: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/homeschool-hacks/

Breaking through winter burnout: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/breaking-through-winter-homeschool-burnout/

Winter Books for the whole fam: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/winter-books-for-your-whole-family/

Book Series we 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 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/