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Homeschool Made Simple
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For the young parents, the veteran homeschoolers, or anyone navigating the waters of homeschool options, nationally-known speaker and educational consultant, Carole Joy Seid, helps you homeschool simply, inexpensively, and enjoyably with a Bible, math curriculum, and library card. Great books have the power to build godly family culture and give educational success! If you need a weekly shot of encouragement and support to continue on with confident joy in your homeschooling journey, listen in.
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325: Math Made Simple: Games, Manipulatives, and Curriculum Tips for Homeschoolers
2d ago00:33:37Tap to summarizeNot sure how to make math work in your homeschool? This episode is packed with down-to-earth advice for keeping math simple, not starting too early, and helping your kids enjoy it! Several points were raised, including using games and daily routines to build math skills naturally, plus an honest look at popular programs like CTC Math and Right Start Math. If you want your kids to love math—and you want less stress—this episode will help you breathe easier and teach with confidence!RESOURCES+Click here for a complete list of curricula and tools mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music Academy
Transcribe →324: Why Psalty the Singing Songbook Belongs in Every Family’s Toolbox
1w ago00:32:06Tap to summarizePsalty has been a staple in some Christian families for decades. Carole and Rachel discuss the depth that the Psalty albums provide for growing our children’s faith for the long haul. They discuss the themes in each album and other music that have shaped JJ and her grandchildren. They talk about practical ways that encourage kids to reach for Psalty. Your young child will be enchanted by Psalty, so join us to hear all about it!RESOURCES+Click here for a complete list of albums mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSNat TheoMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music Academy
Transcribe →323: How to Quiet Outside Voices and Trust This Homeschool Path
2w ago00:19:28Tap to summarizeIn part 2 of Rachel’s conversation with homeschool mom of 4, Hanni Go shares her journey of breaking free from the pressure of following other homeschooling families. She has chosen to value relationships and nurturing her children over the academic rigor that others might expect. Carole’s proven teaching methods and the example of the many families who have used them have encouraged Hanni to ditch the comparison trap to see her children be who God made them to be.RESOURCES+Download your own copy of the Truths to Remember list+Click here for a complete list of books mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSHMS Essentials BundleMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music Academy
Transcribe →322: Finding a Fresh Perspective About Homeschooling Brings Life
3w ago00:29:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode from the archive, Rachel Winchester talks with Hanni Go, a homeschooling mom of 4, about searching for a fresh homeschool perspective that helped revitalize their family dynamic.Hanni talks us through the balancing act between nurturing relationships and academic pursuits. Though it took some time for her to fully buy into the Homeschool Made Simple method, she now sees the benefit of grounding herself in a research-based philosophy of education.When Hanni needed a fresh perspective on homeschooling, she attended A Literature-Based Approach to Education seminar in Minnesota. Afterward, she wrote a list of truths to remember when she feels discouraged. Rachel and Hanni discuss her takeaways from that seminar.We know you will relate to Hanni, and we hope this gives you the fuel to press on!You’ll hear about:How Hanni handles difficult daysA big age gap between kidsWhen you feel burnt out in homeschoolingThe difference going to an HMS seminar made for HanniTruths to remember when you feel burnt outRESOURCES+Download your own copy of Truths to Remember!+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSTry CTCMath-Half Price DiscountMentioned in this episode:Use 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer SaleGet your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music Academy
Transcribe →321: Cultivating Beauty and Creativity in Everyday Life Part 2
Jun 1700:36:51Tap to summarizeIn the second part of our conversation with Lovely Bits Magazine writer and homeschool mom, Nicole Brignolle, we discuss the value of curiosity, connecting with local history, and seeing beauty in everyday life—not just chasing big, expensive adventures. We discuss the importance of rereading trusted classics, resisting performance-driven schooling, and nurturing each child’s uniqueness. Plus, we unpacked how centering God and beauty can inspire new projects, such as the Lovely Bits magazine, that blends faith and aesthetic excellence to uplift readers. Join us and enjoy!RESOURCES+Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto+ Home Grown Kids and Better Late Than Early by Raymond and Dorothy Moore+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSHMS Essentials BundleMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music AcademyUse 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer Sale
Transcribe →320: Expats Homeschooling In Italy Part 1
Jun 1000:20:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we talk with Nicole Brignolle, a former New Yorker now homeschooling in rural Tuscany. Her family's unexpected relocation led to a refreshing shift away from over-scheduled days and performance-based learning. They found freedom in using our literature-based approach by prioritizing margin, creativity, and following the Holy Spirit’s guidance. This episode is filled with helpful mindset shifts around your homeschool and your priorities. Plus, you’ll hear plenty of encouragement from your family without having to move to a foreign country!RESOURCES+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSHMS Essentials BundleMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music AcademyUse 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer Sale
Transcribe →319: Raising Healthy Kids at Home: Nutrition, Sleep, and Faith with Dr. Bill Sears, Part 3
Jun 300:16:30Tap to summarizeIn the last of our series with Dr. Sears, he shares lots of practical ways to work wellness into your family life for raising healthy, resilient teenagers through intentional nutrition, sleep, and screen habits. Dr. William Sears shares insights into the science of sleep for brain health and the revolutionary concept of Neuro-Theology—how faith and neuroscience work together for each person's well-being. Join us!RESOURCES+The Smart Health Plan: Five Steps to Lasting Health and Happiness for All Ages, By Dr Williams Sears+The Anti-Alzheimer’s Prescription:The Science-Proven Plan to Start at Any Age, By Vincent Fortanasce, M.D.+Click here for a complete list of books mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSUnplugged Children BundleMentioned in this episode:Get your first month of lessons with Voetburg Music Academy for just $10! Use code HOMESCHOOL10Voetberg Music AcademyUse 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer Sale
Transcribe →318: Finding Joy in Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs
May 2700:30:15Tap to summarizeWe welcome back Chelsea Jacobs from Yellow House Story Shop to discuss the realities and rewards of homeschooling a child with special needs. Chelsea honestly shares her family’s journey, including the adoption of her son Gabe from Rwanda, his cerebral palsy diagnosis, and the everyday joys and challenges of homeschooling alongside complex medical needs and other neurotypical children. With 14 years of homeschooling under Chelsea’s belt, we hope this episode is a great encouragement to all who are walking the same path!RESOURCES+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSLearn More about CTCMathMentioned in this episode:Use 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer SalePick up the book, Family Worship, wherever books are sold, or visit this link to learn how to get 30 percent off with a free Crossway Plus account.Family Worship
Transcribe →317: Trusting the Family Educational Process For the Long-Haul in Homeschooling
May 2000:23:49Tap to summarizePart 2 of 2: Some families feel like they need to supplement with more academic work as they also use the Homeschool Made Simple’s method. But Carole’s conversation with Chris and Anna Clont can encourage you to settle in and watch the fruit appear using this simple method. Begin with the end in mind!The Clonts share how attending Carole’s seminars not only recalibrates and inspires them each year but also provides a valuable community of like-minded families. Both of the Clonts now recognize the importance of following this clear, consistent educational plan rather than “hybridizing” multiple methods, which can lead to overwhelm and a lack of cohesion. Join us!RESOURCES+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSUnplugged Children BundleMentioned in this episode:Pick up the book, Family Worship, wherever books are sold, or visit this link to learn how to get 30 percent off with a free Crossway Plus account.Family WorshipUse 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer Sale
Transcribe →316: Create a Rich Homeschool Through Connection, Consistency, and Carole Joy Seid’s Method
May 1300:20:03Tap to summarizePart 1 of 2: Some families feel like they need to supplement with more academic work as they also use the Homeschool Made Simple’s method. But Carole’s conversation with Chris and Anna Clont can encourage you to settle in and watch the fruit appear using this simple method. Begin with the end in mind!The Clonts share how attending Carole’s seminars not only recalibrates and inspires them each year but also provides a valuable community of like-minded families. Anna discusses her initial doubt about homeschooling, the encouragement she received, and how her confidence grew as she saw positive results in her children. Join us!RESOURCES+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSTry CTCMath-Half Price DiscountMentioned in this episode:Pick up the book, Arlo Takes Off, wherever books are sold, or visit this link to learn how to get 30 % off with a free Crossway Plus account.Arlo Takes OffUse 'ENJOY' for 25% of any purchase of $75 or more during our Summer Sales Event Summer Sale
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