One of the wonderful aspects of homeschooling is that learning can happen in a myriad of ways! In this episode we discuss the value of volunteering and how it can (and does) enrich the home learning experience. Because of the times we live in (as of this recording), Tracey has crafted an instant download of ways you can add the heart of service into your homeschool - even as we're limited in our abilities to go "out and about."

Link mentioned in this episode: grab a free copy of "Beyond the Books: 20 Ways to Volunteer Without Leaving Your Neighborhood"

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Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

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While it's important to keep records (for your own sanity, and - depending on your location - for the government) it doesn't have to be involved and complicated. Pat and Tracey discuss some ways they've kept records, what to keep records of, and other record-related rabbit holes ;-)

Link mentioned in the podcast: Grab Pat's free Homeschool High School Record-Keeping kit when you subscribe to BreakthroughHomeschooling here.

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Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

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Welcome "back-to-school," everyone! I know for many of us school sure looks different this fall, but fear not! A year of exciting opportunities awaits you - and perhaps even a new and fulfilling lifestyle!

Link mentioned in the podcast:  

YCH Episode 008 "Beyond the Books" - inspiration and information about incorporating volunteerism into your homeschool plans

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This podcast is listener-supported. Please help us continue to share our encouragement, inspiration, and insights by visiting our Patreon page here and making a donation. https://www.patreon.com/YCHpodcast Thank you so very much!

If you'd like us to talk about a homeschool-related topic that's on your mind, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

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How DO you plan out an entire school year? Hmmm...well, we'd say pretty much say the same way you'd eat an elephant! In this episode, let's talk about your "meal plan" together!

Link mentioned in this episode: book - The Happy Homeschooler, by Tracey Hagerman. Available on Amazon

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If you'd like us to talk about a homeschool-related question you have, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

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Would you believe there's really no hard-and-fast rule about what to teach when? That can be both challenging AND encouraging...and we talk about how to incorporate that concept seamlessly into your family's lifestyle of learning.

Link mentioned in the podcast: WorldBook online has a terrific resource to help you map out a learning program in their "Typical Course of Study." Don't feel chained to it, tho!  https://www.worldbook.com/typical-course-of-study.aspx

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Remember, if you'd like us to talk about a homeschool-related topic that's on your mind, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

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Sometimes the decision to homeschool is met with "a bit" of resistance from well-meaning family and friends. However, it's crucial for the homeschool parent to have encouragement and a sounding board. So what's a homeschooler to do? Not too surprisingly, we both have something to share about that one!

Link mentioned in this episode: article - Reviving the Lost Art of Mentoring

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Remember, if you'd like us to talk about a homeschool-related topic that's on your mind, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

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Welcome to episode two...we're so glad you're here!  Lots of parents wonder if they "have what it takes" to homeschool their kiddos. Whether it's the lack of a teaching degree or lack of patience (among others...) listen as we bust those myths for you today! You GOT this homeschoolin' thing ;-)

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If you'd like us to talk about a homeschool-related topic that's on your mind, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Pat Fenner - BreakthroughHomeschooling.com / Facebook / Instagram

Tracey Hagerman - www.traceyhagerman.com / Facebook 

Before you go, don't forget to give us a thumbs-up or "like" (if you did!), leave an honest review (it helps spread the news about our podcast), and subscribe (so you don't miss an episode).

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Welcome to episode one... We're Pat Fenner and Tracey Hagerman, homeschoolers from the US and Canada (respectively). We're so glad you're here,  looking forward to sharing our stories with you, and eager to help you along this journey that is homeschooling! Or, as Tracey likes to say, "The best-kept lifestyle secret there is!"

If you'd like us to tackle a homeschool-related question or topic that's on your heart or mind, please feel free to leave us a message here.

And DO reach out to us on socials - just make sure you let us know you heard our podcast, while you're at it!

Before you go, don't forget to give us a thumbs-up or "like" (if you did!), leave an honest review (it helps spread the news about our podcast), and subscribe (so you don't miss an episode).

 And check out the free gifts we have for you here: https://bit.ly/YCHThankYou

Thanks for listening...we'll see you next time!