The Homeschool Compass Podcast

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The Homeschool Compass Podcast is all about finding confidence in community and help in the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Through conversations with homeschool veterans who know the daily joys and challenges of homeschooling, you'll gain valuable perspective and inspiration for your own homeschool life. Wherever you are in your homeschool journey, we hope these episodes leave you encouraged that you are loved and you are not alone.

  1. Aug 12

    Reclaiming Childhood with Ainsley Arment

    Ainsley Arment is a homeschooling mom of 5 and founder of Wild + Free, a community of homeschool mothers who have banded together to offer their children not only a quality education, but also a childhood filled with adventure, freedom, and wonder. In this episode, Ainsley shares how she discovered that reclaiming childhood and preserving wonder does not take away from a child's education, but instead gives them a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning.  Head here to check out Ainsley's new children's book: Grow Wild, My Child. You can find the complete show notes for this episode at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-69-reclaiming-childhood-with-ainsley-arment/. Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  2. Jul 23

    Prayerful Homeschool Planning with Whitney Newby

    Whitney Newby is a homeschooling mom of 4 kids and the founder of Brighter Day Press, a ministry that creates literature-rich, gospel-centered resources for family discipleship. In this conversation, Whitney shares how she plans her homeschool year, chooses curriculum, and structures her daily routine.  Head here to shop Brighter Day Press at Christianbook including Brighter Day Press Homeschool Planners and Charlotte Mason-inspired Morning Time Guides Head here to check out Whitney's best-selling devotional, Lift Your Eyes You can find the complete show notes for this episode at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-68-prayerful-homeschool-planning-with-whitney-newby/. Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  3. Jun 11

    You Are Qualified to Homeschool with Carrie De Francisco

    Carrie De Francisco is an author, podcaster, homeschool coach, and “retired” home educator who lives in Southern California. She loves offering moms practical ways to simplify their homeschooling through her Coffee With Carrie Homeschool podcast, and she has written several books including her latest, A Home Education Handbook: Nine Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based Learning. In this episode Carrie speaks to the doubts that many of us face as homeschool moms. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re qualified to homeschool or if you’re doing enough, Carrie’s story shows that you can homeschool simply and joyfully while still giving your children what they need to be all God is calling them to be. Head here to grab your copy of A Home Education Handbook.  You can find the complete show notes for this episode at homeschoolcompass.com/podcast. Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  4. May 14

    Surrendering Your Homeschool to the Lord with Yvette Henry

    Yvette Henry is a former classroom teacher turned homeschooling mom of 4, podcaster, and author of the new book, Release, Rest, Remain: A 30-Day Devotional to Embrace Abiding Over Striving. In this episode, Yvette shares how God used John 15 to bring her to a place of surrender where she laid down the heavy burdens she was trying to carry on her own and learned to “rest and remain in the presence of the Lord, and allow Him to do the rest." Head here to grab your copy of Release, Rest, Remain today! You can find the complete show notes for this episode at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-66-surrendering-your-homeschool-to-the-lord-with-yvette-henry/. Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  5. Mar 20

    A Charlotte Mason Mother's Education with Beth Howard

    Beth Howard is a Charlotte Mason homeschooling mother and founder of The Charlotte Mason Home. In this episode, Beth shares how a Charlotte Mason education is vital, not only for our children, but for us as well. You’ll hear her story of how she has homeschooled in the midst of chronic pain and how carving out space for her own mother’s education has helped her thrive even in challenging circumstances. Learn more about Beth and her mother's education resources by visiting https://thecharlottemasonhome.com/ Head here to join the Mother's Education Spring Group with Beth. Enrollment closes March 23rd, so don't wait! You can find complete show notes for this episode including links to all the books and resources we mentioned today at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-65-a-charlotte-mason-mothers-education-with-beth-howard/ Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  6. Feb 18

    Homeschooling Through Doubts with Susan Seay

    Susan Seay is a 25-year veteran home educator who has graduated 6 of her 7 children so far. She shares her homeschool wisdom in the book, Home Grown: Guidance and Inspiration for Navigating Your Homeschool Journey edited by Amber O'Neal Johnston, and on the Mentor for Moms podcast. In this episode, Susan shares how she persevered with homeschooling through doubts, through disappointments, and through seasons when she wondered if she was giving her kids the education they deserved. In the midst of those failures, Susan discovered that we can trust God through every trial because the One who called us to homeschool is going to see us all the way through to completion. If you've ever wrestled with doubts or fears of failing as a homeschool mom, I pray this episode will be an encouragement to you to keep seeking God's wisdom and trusting in His guidance. Head here to grab your copy of Home Grown. You can hear more from Susan on the Mentor for Moms podcast here. Find complete show notes for this episode at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-64-homeschooling-through-doubt-with-susan-seay/ Thank you for leaving the Homeschool Compass Podcast a star rating and a review in your podcast player. We are incredibly grateful for each and every review! We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book listsThis show description may contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our links!

  7. Jan 16

    Homeschooling Is Where the Real Education Is Happening with Dr. Jay Wile

    Dr. Jay Wile holds a PhD in nuclear chemistry and has earned numerous awards for excellence in teaching and research. Dr. Wile is beloved in the homeschool community for his award-winning K-12 science curriculum, Berean Builders. Not only is Dr. Wile a passionate advocate for home education, but he is himself a former homeschool dad, having homeschooled his adopted daughter from childhood through high school graduation. In this episode, Dr. Wile shares some of the many strengths he has observed in the homeschool graduates he encountered throughout his teaching career. He also gives his best advice for giving our kids an excellent science education at home. Head here to check out Dr. Wile's rigorous and engaging homeschool science curriculum written from a Biblical worldview. You can find complete show notes for this episode at https://homeschoolcompass.com/episode-63-homeschooling-is-where-the-real-education-is-happening-with-dr-jay-wile/ We would love to connect with you outside your podcast player: Follow the Homeschool Compass on Instagram or FacebookDownload free printable resources for your homeschoolBrowse our book lists

  8. 12/17/2025

    The Redeemed Reader with Betsy Farquhar

    Betsy Farquhar holds Masters degrees in Children’s Literature and Information and Library Science. She taught middle and high school English, homeschooled her three children, and has served on many book award committees. Her greatest love when it comes to books is matching up the perfect book with its ideal young reader. You can keep up with Betsy and her team at https://redeemedreader.com where they read ahead for you and review lots of books. Today Betsy joins us to share about what it looks like to help shepherd our kids' imagination and help them grow in discernment as readers through the books we select, the discussions we share, and the thoughtfulness we model in holding the stories we encounter up to the light of God's Word. You can find show notes for this episode at homeschoolcompass.com/podcast. Head here to grab your copy of The Redeemed Reader.

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The Homeschool Compass Podcast is all about finding confidence in community and help in the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Through conversations with homeschool veterans who know the daily joys and challenges of homeschooling, you'll gain valuable perspective and inspiration for your own homeschool life. Wherever you are in your homeschool journey, we hope these episodes leave you encouraged that you are loved and you are not alone.

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  • Creator
    Homeschool Compass Team
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
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    © 2026 The Homeschool Compass Podcast
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