Coffee With Carrie: Homeschool Podcast

Carrie De Francisco
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Sit down, relax, and take a little coffee break with Carrie. Using practical wisdom, years of experience, and a little bit of humor, Carrie De Francisco offers homeschooling advice, tips, and ideas to moms navigating the homeschooling adventure. Weekly coffee breaks and conversations with Carrie will give you the support and encouragement you need to help you homeschool one day at a time, one step at a time, and one cup of coffee at a time. Speaker, Homeschool Coach, Home Educator, and Author of A Home Education Handbook:  9 Questions to Ask for Simple and Balanced Home-Based Learning, Homeschool High School: A Handbook for Christian Education, and Just Breathe ( & Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.

  1. 12h ago

    Let Them Move! Why Kids Need to Spin, Climb & Play: A Conversation With Lori Beth Auldridge

    Many behaviors adults label as “wild” are actually healthy sensory-seeking behaviors. Why does your child hang upside down, spin until they fall down from dizziness, roll over and over again, and beg to be pushed one more time on the swing? Do you notice that after active outdoor play, your child is calmer, more focused, and ready to learn?  There’s a reason for all of this: a need for vestibular and proprioceptive input. Did you know these two sensory systems are just as important as the five senses? Children were created to move! In this week’s episode, Lori Beth Auldridge, homeschool mom and host of Elevating Motherhood, joins Carrie again.  This time they are talking about vestibular and proprioceptive input. They discuss what it is, why it matters for development, simple ways to include it in daily life, and the benefits it brings to a child’s physical, emotional, and academic growth. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up (or hang upside down with your kid as you listen), and take a little coffee break with Lori and Carrie for a little coffee and conversation about the necessities of movement. Listen to Elevating Motherhood Podcast hosted by Lori Beth Auldridge https://www.elevatingmotherhood.com/ Follow Lori Beth on Instagram @loribethauldridge Info On The GoInfo On The Go is a family-friendly podcast for curious minds of all ages,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  2. Nov 5

    The Homeschool Castor Oil + Tummy Pack

    When homeschooling, what is something that has been around forever, is inexpensive, requires almost no equipment, has numerous benefits—and actually works? Carrie has a simple homeschooling “duo” that just might be the cure-all for almost any homeschool ailment or obstacle. You’ll have to listen to find out what this miracle combination is! Kick off Season 11 of Coffee With Carrie Homeschool Podcast with this slightly off-the-wall episode and homeschooling metaphor—and get a sneak peek at some exciting projects Carrie has coming soon. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee and conversation about the homeschool “castor oil and tummy pack” that just might cure almost everything. **CORRECTION:  Coffee With Carrie has 300+ episodes NOT 3,000.** Info On The GoInfo On The Go is a family-friendly podcast for curious minds of all ages,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  3. Oct 29

    Take a Sabbath Break (Revisited)

    Carrie is taking a Sabbath break this week!  Last week concluded Season 10.  She is taking a much-needed break as she prepares to kick off season 11 and share some exciting upcoming projects.  Enjoy this week's oldie but goodie.  It is a compilation of "Take a Sabbath Week" and "What Does a Sabbath Week Look Like"- two episodes from Season 1 and Season 5.   Take a sabbath break!  What?  Take a whole week off of academics and formal lessons to rest, relax, and reset?  You read that right!  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break.  In this week's podcast, Carrie shares how to apply the Sabbath Principle to your yearly homeschool calendar.  In Carrie's book, Just Breathe (& Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool in Simply & Enjoyably,  Carrie explains in Chapter 3 the importance of not only taking a Sabbath hour each day to recoup and reset and to take a Sabbath day each week to worship and to rest but to also schedule a Sabbath Week into your homeschool calendar. In this episode, practical advice and biblical principles are given to help you truly rest in the Lord and to simplify your homeschooling. Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  4. Oct 22

    A Literature-Rich Education: A Conversation with Clare Bonn

    Language is an art, which is why it’s called Language Arts. Expressing ourselves, sharing our opinions, and communicating what we know—both verbally and in writing—is an art. Reading for pleasure and for learning is an art, too. Reading comprehension, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, speaking, writing, punctuation, and handwriting are all part of the art of language.  In this week’s episode, Carrie is talking with Clare Bonn, a homeschool mom and the Director of Curriculum Development & Services of Blackbird & Company ELA Curriculum. Clare and Carrie discuss practical ways to create a literature-rich education in your home, how to start and sustain a family read-aloud habit, and how build a family home library. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Clare and Carrie for a little coffee and conversation about literature-based education. Check out Blackbird and Company K-12 ELA Curriculum at https://blackbirdandcompany.com/ Follow Blackbird & Company on Instagram @ blackbirdandco Contact Clare at clare.b@blackbirdandcompany.com  Info On The GoInfo On The Go is a family-friendly podcast for curious minds of all ages,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  5. Oct 15

    The Great October Homeschool Freak-Out

    It’s that time of the year. October is scary season:  the Great October Homeschool Freak Out!  This is the month when your carefully crafted homeschool plan comes back to haunt you.  The October Homeschool Reckoning is when Moms realize: "I didn't plan a homeschool. I accidentally created a homeschool monster." Your thoughtfully pieced together curriculum, classes, activities, schedules, and commitments start chasing you in October.  Turn your Great October Freak-Out into your Great October Reset. Don't throw anything into your curriculum graveyard just yet.  Listen to this week's episode.  Carrie shares five things you might want to reset before giving up or starting over.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, eat some chocolate, and take a little coffee break.  Don't freak out! You've got this. Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  6. Oct 8

    Anyone Can Teach Art: A Conversation with Julie Abels

    Are you art-challenged? Even you can teach art!  Art is so much more than drawing or learning about great artists. Children need opportunities to draw, observe, create, and make things by hand. Creative expression should be an important part of every child’s day and education. In this week’s episode, Carrie is talking with Julie Abels, author of Anyone Can Teach Art and founder of Ridge Light Ranch. Julie and Carrie share how to include art instruction and art appreciation in your home education without an art degree. They also discuss how to add beauty and creativity to your homeschool week in just 20 minutes! And they even get into the hot topic of AI and human creativity. It’s a must-listen for homeschool moms who want to bring more art and beauty into their homes—even if they don’t consider themselves artists. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Julie for a little coffee and conversation about art. Get FREE “Drawing Botanicals like Linnaeus” Lesson at ridgelightranch.com/carrie Check Art Curriculum and Art Instruction videos at https://ridgelightranch.com/ Listen to Anyone Can Teach Art Podcast with Julie at https://ridgelightranch.com/anyone-can-teach-art/ Purchase Anyone Can Teach Art by Julie Abels https://link.amazon/B02sOKS7Q  Info On The GoInfo On The Go is a family-friendly podcast for curious minds of all ages,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  7. Oct 1

    Think Outside the Curriculum Box

    It's time to think outside the box!  The number one reason veteran homeschool moms burn out or give up is because they try to do school at home.  The first mistake many new homeschooling moms make is they try to replicate traditional school at home.  Why are you modeling your home education after the very thing you are trying to escape?  Don't do school at home.  Think outside the box.  Let's do "school" differently this year.  This week, Carrie shares how to think outside the curriculum box and how to get out of the classroom mindset.   If you are new to homeschooling, you will need the reassurance and encouragement to change your mindset.  If you are a seasoned homeschooling mom, you probably need these important reminders.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break. Info On The GoInfo On The Go is a family-friendly podcast for curious minds of all ages,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

  8. Sep 24

    Heart of Preschool (& Kindergarten)

    If you have a toddler, preschooler, TK, Kindergartener or 6 year old, you don't want to miss this Coffee With Carrie Homeschool episode.  If your children are past this stage, then make sure you share this episode with friends who are thinking of homeschooling their little ones.  In this week's episode, Carrie explains the seven essentials of preschool and kindergarten and how to create a nurturing, learning environment with and without formal curriculum.  If you have little ones or you are new to homeschooling, you don't want to miss this episode.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break.  Guide to Early Years Home Education:  CLICK HERE Support the show Purchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.   Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie  Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

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Sit down, relax, and take a little coffee break with Carrie. Using practical wisdom, years of experience, and a little bit of humor, Carrie De Francisco offers homeschooling advice, tips, and ideas to moms navigating the homeschooling adventure. Weekly coffee breaks and conversations with Carrie will give you the support and encouragement you need to help you homeschool one day at a time, one step at a time, and one cup of coffee at a time. Speaker, Homeschool Coach, Home Educator, and Author of A Home Education Handbook:  9 Questions to Ask for Simple and Balanced Home-Based Learning, Homeschool High School: A Handbook for Christian Education, and Just Breathe ( & Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.

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