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.

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing all the reality about the tougher side of homeschooling. The side that requires determination, grit and the will to succeed. In this episode I will share what I believe are the hardest aspects of homeschooling and some tips on how I handle them. I hope you will join in on the conversation and can grab a few tips from my experience. Topics discussed on todays episode include:

The feeling of not having a break and how to build in some time for yourself

Balancing "it all" work, school, sports, friendships, marriage etc.

Constant cooking and food preparation and a few hacks for how to prepare and plan ahead

Watching your kids struggle academically and how to help them

The feeling of "missing out" socially or on traditional school milestones and how to combat that

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/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

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?

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing 10 easy homeschool hacks that might make your life and homeschool run smoother. Listen in as I share things I have learned that help my homeschool and family run smoother each week.

Homeschool earlier in the day

Set timers as needed

Break up projects, For more info on large homeschool projects check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/large-homeschool-projects-that-are-fun/

Focus on problem areas through one on one learning. For more info about struggling students check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/how-to-help-a-struggling-reader-at-home/

Weekly chores

Planning meals & curriculum on the weekends, for more info on how I plan check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/the-modern-homeschool-podcast-plan-your-homeschool-year-in-4-easy-steps/ and to learn about block scheduling check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/what-is-block-scheduling-and-how-can-it-help-your-homeschool/

Do all the cooking at one time of the day

Do things with your kids that you enjoy, for more info on how to avoid homeschool burnout check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/breaking-through-winter-homeschool-burnout/ and to see how to incorporate art check out this episode: https://themodernhomeschool.com/podcast/art-supplies-for-kids/

Prepare bags ahead of time

Clean your car every time you get gas

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/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

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

Today on The Modern Homeschool Podcast, I'm sharing our preliminary picks for homeschooling 3rd, 7th and 9th grades. Though we are still enjoying our Summer, our homeschool is set to gradually start next month. We'll be easing in with some new books, fresh pencils and of course wonderful new studies! So far here are my curriculum picks:

For my 3rd Grader:

Building Writers E, Wordly Wise 4, Cursive Without Tears, Lightning Literature Level 3/4, The Good The Beautiful Handwriting level 4, The Good The Beautiful Math 3/4, Singapore Dimensions Math 4A/4B, Marine Biology (TGTB), US History Studies, California History Studies, Spanish Club, Soaring with Spelling 3/4, 180 Days of History, Argo Prep Science Grade 3

For my 7th Grader:

IEW US History Writing, Wordly Wise 7, Lightning Literature Level 7, The Good The Beautiful Handwriting level 7, Mr. D Pre Algebra, Marine Biology (TGTB), US History Studies, California History Studies, Spanish Club, Soaring with Spelling 7, 180 Days of History 7, Argo Prep Science Grade 7, Lexia Power Up, Bible Study

For my 9th Grader:

Biology (live Charter School Class), Photography (Live Charter School Class), English 9 (In person), World History (In Person), Mr. D Live Geometry, Spanish 2 (Edmentum), PE, Wordly Wise 9, Marine Biology, Bible Study

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/

The Modern Homeschool Website for Free Homeschooling Resources:

https://themodernhomeschool.com

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?