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Helping homeschool moms & work from home moms thrive. Sharing mom life strategies that work. Less chaos. More confidence. Life Unboxed is a momtrepreneur's guide to raising kids, running a business, and keeping your sanity. For more great momtrepreneur content check out lifeunboxed.blog. New episodes posted weekly.  [Some of the links in the show notes are affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.] 

  1. 6D AGO

    Is Your Homeschool Curriculum Accredited? Does It Need to Be?

    This is a question I see a lot from new homeschool families. Do I need homeschool curriculum accredited?  The thought behind homeschool curriculum accredited is may be it add more legitimacy to your homeschool. Or you are planning for your kids to return to public school at some point, so accredited homeschool curriculum will make that easier.   Before you dive down the rabbit hole of homeschool curriculum accredited, or you start second-guessing all your homeschool choices, let’s talk about what homeschool curriculum accredited really means. If you actually need it, and if there are any benefits for you.  Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum-accredited/  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: The Ultimate Guide to Homeschool All in One Curriculum https://youtu.be/jtTWm4rdxfQ High School Credits Made Simple https://youtu.be/UdFMOPlDPa4 How to Create a Homeschool High School Transcript https://youtu.be/H-DYy018WHU Homeschool Dual Enrollment Decoded: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly https://youtu.be/PznL8c8jtLo Essential Tips for Homeschooling High School https://youtu.be/djFCJe15kyQ  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/  MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/ FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog  Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579  Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    9 min

  2. MAR 23

    Homeschool Preschool: Tips for Busy Moms You Can’t Miss!

    Get all the links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-preschool/  Do you really need to homeschool preschool? The short answer is no. Now you can stop reading and be on your merry way.  But if you want to homeschool preschool, then do it. And keep reading as I share all my tips on homeschool preschool.  Homeschool preschool has been a saga for us. I have bought the expensive curriculum for the first 5 kids, and then promptly kicked myself because I spent so much money on something that was frustrating for everyone. You would think that I would learn my lesson. I finally did for number 6, and I didn’t buy any curriculum. I did review Sonlight’s preschool curriculum, and I thought it was the best homeschool preschool curriculum we’ve used.   Mom, if you want to lay the foundation for lifelong learning, get ready for homeschool kindergarten, create a flexible schedule for homeschool preschool, and enjoy your homeschool, then keep reading.  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/ CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/ FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579 Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    12 min

  3. MAR 16

    The Ultimate Guide: Best Homeschool Curriculum for Kindergarten

    Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum-for-kindergarten/  There was a time that I was terrified of teaching kindergarten. It didn’t matter how good the homeschool curriculum for kindergarten was, I just didn’t want to do it.  It was much easier to send the kids to school for kindergarten and first grade. Then once they had the basics down, I would bring them home and homeschool them. Then I didn’t need to worry about finding the best homeschool curriculum for kindergarten.  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/   CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    14 min

  4. MAR 9

    How To Start A Homeschool Group: Creating Procedures

    You officially learned how to start a homeschool group as a non-profit organization. Or at least you have the tools and knowledge to know where to begin. Now it is time to put procedures in place, so the functioning of the homeschool group is smooth. Or at least as smooth as possible while you figure things out.  Yes, you are going to have an idea of how you want your homeschool group to operate, and you will put those policies in place. But as you get into it, you will find that there are things you couldn't foresee or a better way to manage it, and then you will change it. And that's ok. Make these procedures easy enough to implement and flexible enough to change.  Show notes and resource links:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-group/  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    13 min

  5. MAR 2

    How To Start A Homeschool Co op: Getting Started

    Are you looking for a way to connect with other homeschool families, but your community seems to be missing a piece. If you are ready to start a homeschool co op, then this if for you. Everything you need on how to start a homeschool co op.   Anyone can start a homeschool group, you just need to know how to start a homeschool co op.   Homeschool groups are a great way to connect with other homeschool families. We've been part of our homeschool co op for ten years now. Our kids have made good friends and so have I. And there is something for the whole family. That is what appealed to me the most. Regardless of the age, the kids could participate.  This post will give you the tools you need or at least point you in the right direction on how to start a homeschool co op.  Show notes and links to resources: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-start-a-homeschool-co-op/  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    19 min

  6. FEB 23

    25 More Easy Homeschool Co-Op Class Ideas

    A homeschool co-op is a lot of fun, but it also fills the outlet for homeschool socialization. There are different types of co-ops, but a true homeschool co op is parent led and involved. Usually, the parents are teaching all the classes.   Now I know your first thought is, “What can I teach?” There are so many homeschool co-op ideas, but I know it is hard to know what you will enjoy teaching. You can see the previous 25 homeschool co-op class ideas. And here are 25 more easy co-op classes. You can easily teach a homeschool co-op class. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-co-op/ Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Homeschool Socialization 25 Homeschool Class Ideas Teach a Homeschool Co-op Class Discover the Greatest Artists Volume 2 How to Add Art to Your Homeschool Homeschool Geography Workbook Color the World Series History Timeline Notebook  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog  To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/  FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579 Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.   Support the show

    15 min

  7. FEB 16

    How To Write A Homeschool Co op Class In 5 Easy Steps

    Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-co-op-2/  You don’t need a degree in education or a Pinterest-perfect craft room to write and create a homeschool co op class.  I’ve taught a few homeschool co op classes, and I always prefer to write my own. Then I can teach what I want and create a class that is truly fun and enrichment.  Even if it feels like you are barely keeping up with your own homeschool and let’s not mention the laundry. You can still create, write, and teach a homeschool co op class in a few easy steps.   Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/   Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    8 min

  8. FEB 9

    How to Teach a Homeschooling Co-op Class

    Do you think about joining a homeschooling co-op, but you aren't sure how you can contribute? Are you fresh out of ideas for a co-op class? There is good news! You can easily create a class that you will love to teach and will be fun for kids too. And if you are hesitating because you don't feel like you have anything to give. Let me tell you mom, you do. Share your knowledge and gifts. You have something to contribute. Show notes, links and sample schedule: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-teach-a-homeschooling-co-op-class/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: But What About Socialization: Social Opportunities for Kids Find a local homeschool co-op Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists Getting to Know the World's Greatest Composers Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors Getting to Know the U.S. Presidents Acrylic paint Watercolor pencils Soft pastels Oil pastels Watercolors Clay 3 Little Pigs Engineering design process The Lego Ideas Book ~~~ CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog  ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit: https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/ To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit: https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/ FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtim_brDQELfL7-EaIKdU1Q   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    21 min
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Helping homeschool moms & work from home moms thrive. Sharing mom life strategies that work. Less chaos. More confidence. Life Unboxed is a momtrepreneur's guide to raising kids, running a business, and keeping your sanity. For more great momtrepreneur content check out lifeunboxed.blog. New episodes posted weekly.  [Some of the links in the show notes are affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.] 

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    Jodie the Mom
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    2021 - 2026
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