School to Homeschool

Janae Daniels

Let's reclaim the hearts and minds of our children. Thinking about homeschooling, but are scared to death? This is for parents ready to reclaim your children's education, build deeper connections, and step into homeschooling with clarity, confidence, and joy. I share practical strategies, resources, and encouragement to help you confidently transition from public school, support your kids academically and socially, and create a thriving, joyful learning environment for your family. You Got This!

  1. Aug 11

    158. Why we should NEVER stop reading aloud to children.

    Why do families stop reading aloud once children learn to read for themselves? In this episode, we make the case that we may be stopping far too soon. We explore the history of reading aloud, oral recitation, Charles Dickens' public readings, the McGuffey Readers, and modern research on vocabulary, language development, story listening, and shared reading. You'll also hear why reading aloud should complement—not replace—phonics and independent reading, how it can become a bridge into books children aren't ready to tackle alone, and why shared stories naturally lead to conversations about courage, loyalty, justice, sacrifice, forgiveness, and human nature. Plus, you'll get practical read-aloud recommendations for children from preschool through the teenage years and simple advice for creating a family reading culture without turning every book into another school assignment. Your child may be able to read the book alone. But that doesn't necessarily mean you should stop reading it together. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook janae@schooltohomeschool.com 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

    158. Why we should NEVER stop reading aloud to children.
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Let's reclaim the hearts and minds of our children. Thinking about homeschooling, but are scared to death? This is for parents ready to reclaim your children's education, build deeper connections, and step into homeschooling with clarity, confidence, and joy. I share practical strategies, resources, and encouragement to help you confidently transition from public school, support your kids academically and socially, and create a thriving, joyful learning environment for your family. You Got This!

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