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  1. 6d ago

    Ep. 127 - Benefits of Reading Aloud to Kids - Even After They Can Read

    Should you still be reading aloud to your kids after they can read on their own? It turns out this is one of the most settled questions in all of education — and the answer has been sitting in a government report since 1985. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith walks through what the research actually says about reading aloud to kids, why it never expires, and why the book on your couch may outrank half of what's on your lesson plan. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free Download In this episode, you'll learn: Why reading aloud to kids is called the single most important activity for building a readerWhat the million word gap study found about read-alouds before kindergartenWhy the rare words in books almost never show up in everyday conversationWhat MRI scans revealed about a child's brain during a read-aloudHow animated screens do the imagining that a book leaves to your childWhy reading aloud to older kids does NOT make them lazy readersThe difference between constrained and unconstrained reading skillsWhat kids themselves say they want most from being read toSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial — or purchase with the homeschool discount LearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math✔ Use code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: Free Quote of the Week Notecard — the Emilie Buchwald quote from this episode, ready to printMy Curriculum Recommendations — the free list, by subjectAll of Christy-Faith's free homeschool resourcesThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providersThrive Homeschool CommunityHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's bookRelated episodes: Ep. 107 — How to Reduce Screen Time for KidsEp. 61 — Are Schools Killing a Love of Learning?Ep. 92 — Behind the Screen (Part 1/6) — the start of Christy-Faith's vulnerability series⭐ New to Homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin. Connect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Should You Be Reading Aloud to Your Kids? (01:53) - Welcome + Why This Episode (02:50) - When Reading Aloud Feels Like a Chore (04:03) - How Story Time Became “Literacy” (06:55) - Am I Doing Enough? (07:35) - The Million Word Gap (08:47) - Why Book Words Beat Everyday Words (12:37) - Inside Your Child's Brain During a Read-Aloud (13:57) - What Screens Do Instead (14:54) - “My Kid Can Read Now — Can I Stop?” (16:22) - Constrained vs. Unconstrained Skills (17:14) - Lifting Big Kids to a Higher Ledge (18:01) - Beowulf and the Seventh-Grade Reading Circle (19:49) - Why Kids Love Being Read To (22:39) - What Kids Say They Want Most (23:52) - Family Read-Alouds (24:35) - Start Tonight — Even Five Minutes (27:15) - Reading Is Worth It (28:05) - The Quote and the Free Notecard

    Ep. 127 - Benefits of Reading Aloud to Kids - Even After They Can Read

  2. Jul 16

    Ep. 126 - How to Homeschool a Child Who Won’t Sit Still

    You've said "sit down, please" about twenty thousand times this week — and it's starting to feel personal. It isn't. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith unpacks what's actually happening in your child's brain, why the wiggling may be how the learning gets in, and the small shifts that make the morning stop being a fight. 🎁 Free Resource: 20 Questions to Kickstart Your Deschooling AdventureTwenty honest questions that help you spot the school-shaped rules you're still carrying — so you can put them down, one at a time.👉 Free Download In this episode, you'll learn: The attention-span rule of thumb every homeschool mom should know — a few minutes per year of age on a grown-up-chosen taskWhy a 45-minute lesson is quietly asking your six-year-old to hold on three times longer than they canThe three expectations strangling your homeschool mornings — and permission to put all three downWhat 54 studies and nearly 30,000 kids revealed about movement and learningHow to shorten and split lessons without falling behindWhy doing the hard subjects first changes the whole back half of your dayHow to rescue your read-alouds — a still body was never the pointLoop scheduling and trimming your list so a lighter day actually gets finishedHow to build the focus muscle one minute at a timeHow to tell the difference between a kid being a kid and something worth investigatingSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ My favorite online math program — a real teacher walks them through every lesson✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% Off for Homeschool Families Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: 20 Questions to Kickstart Your Deschooling Adventure — Spot the school-shaped rules you're still carryingSample Homeschool Schedules — Real, doable rhythms you can borrow, including loop schedulesQuote of the Week Notecard — A free printable of this episode's quoteHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book, including the chapter on deschoolingThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: Get on the waitlistAll of Christy-Faith's free resourcesRelated episodes: Ep. 82 — How Long Should a Homeschool Day Really Be?Ep. 64 — Overwhelmed by Homeschooling? How to Make It Manageable⭐ New to Homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin. Connect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - The "Sit Down, Please" Morning (04:16) - Expectation One: What Focus Actually Looks Like (05:40) - Expectation Two: Redefining What "Done" Means (06:35) - Expectation Three: The Wiggling Isn’t Disrespect (07:50) - Shorten and Split the Lesson (09:00) - What Deschooling Actually Means (14:10) - Let Them Move on Purpose: 54 Studies, 30,000 Kids (15:30) - Do the Hard Things First (16:45) - Rescuing Your Read-Alouds (20:51) - Trim Your List and Loop Your Subjects (22:06) - Build the Focus Muscle Slowly (23:00) - Check the Inputs Before You Worry (27:30) - Is My Kid Normal, or Is Something Deeper Going On? (31:55) - Where We Started, Where We Landed

    Ep. 126 - How to Homeschool a Child Who Won’t Sit Still

  3. Jul 9

    Ep. 125 - How to Homeschool Without a Co-Op and Still Find Community | Throwback Thursday

    Homeschooling can feel wonderful and lonely at the very same time — especially when there's no co-op nearby, or the ones around you just don't fit. Here's the good news: real community is absolutely possible without one. In this Throwback Thursday favorite, homeschool expert Christy-Faith busts the socialization myth and shares 8 natural ways to find your people, whether you're an extrovert or a shy park-bench introvert. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendations In this episode, you'll learn: Why homeschooling without a co-op does NOT mean your kids are missing outThe truth about homeschool socialization — and why school-style socializing was never the gold standard8 natural ways to build real community: faith groups, volunteering, playgroups, libraries, museums, neighbors, and moreHow everyday errands and conversations grow your child's emotional intelligence and confidenceSimple scripts to break the ice with new homeschool families — even if you're shyWhy the depth of your friendships matters far more than the number3 doable action steps to start finding your people this weekSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial  •  Get 50% Off for Homeschool Families LearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real, long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment (use code HOME50) True North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get Started Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: Homeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book; see Chapter 7 for the healthy-socialization checklistHow to Find the Best Homeschool Co-Op (And When to Walk Away)The Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveConnect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (00:22) - Homeschooling Without a Co-Op Can Feel Lonely (You're Not Alone) (01:17) - The Pressure to Justify Your Homeschool (03:20) - The Socialization Myth, Busted (04:17) - Depth Over Numbers: Real-World Socialization (10:10) - Faith Communities & Starting a Small Group (11:16) - Volunteering & Playgroups (12:52) - Breaking the Ice at the Park (13:50) - Libraries & Community Hubs (16:18) - Museums, Science Centers & Your Neighbors (17:57) - Clubs, Sports & Built-In Activities (23:49) - Finding Your People Takes Time (25:31) - 3 Action Steps to Take This Week (27:01) - You Can Thrive Without a Co-Op

    Ep. 125 - How to Homeschool Without a Co-Op and Still Find Community | Throwback Thursday

  4. Jul 2

    Ep. 124 - The Homeschool Boy Episode Every Mom Needs | Remembering Durenda Wilson

    If you're raising boys, you already know they don't always learn the way school expects them to — and that can leave you wondering if something is wrong. In this throwback episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with the beloved Durenda Wilson to talk about how boys actually learn and how to raise them into capable, confident men. We're revisiting this conversation in loving memory of Durenda. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free Download In this episode, you'll learn: Why boys often learn differently than girls — and what the brain research actually showsHow to let go of rigid scope-and-sequence without feeling like you're falling behindWhy movement, energy, and hands-on learning matter so much for boysHow to raise self-directed sons who take ownership of their own learningThe relationship-first approach that keeps boys from burning out on schoolHow to protect connection while still teaching resilience and hard thingsWhy sibling conflict is actually training ground for real lifeHow to homeschool with the long game in mind — raising capable, confident menSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial  |  👉 Get 50% Off Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: Durenda Wilson — her books and podcast: durendawilson.comThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveAbout our guest: Durenda Wilson was a homeschooling author, speaker, and podcaster with more than 30 years of home education experience. A mom of eight — seven graduated — and grandmother of ten, she was a trusted voice at homeschooling conventions and the host of The Durenda Wilson Podcast. Her books include The Four Hour School Day, The Unhurried Homeschooler, and Unhurried Grace for a Mom's Heart. Durenda passed away recently, and this throwback is shared in loving memory of her.👉 durendawilson.com Connect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction & Remembering Durenda Wilson (01:34) - Meet Durenda Wilson & Her Heart for Boys (03:48) - Why Boys Need a Different Approach (06:36) - How Boys Actually Learn (13:25) - Ditching Rigid Scope & Sequence (16:32) - Raising Self-Directed, Resilient Sons (21:13) - Raising Boys Who Become Capable Men (24:15) - Relationship Over Busywork (34:27) - Homeschooling with Long-Term Vision (40:11) - Modeling a Balanced Life (48:34) - Sibling Relationships as Training Ground (54:14) - Final Encouragement

    Ep. 124 - The Homeschool Boy Episode Every Mom Needs | Remembering Durenda Wilson

  5. Jun 25

    Ep. 123 - Homeschool Hot Takes: Unschooling, Curriculum Overload, and Starting Later | Live Q&A

    Is unschooling going too far — or is it exactly right? In this live Q&A from the Summer Homeschool Help Desk series, homeschool expert Christy-Faith pulls no punches on unschooling's real risks, curriculum overload, whether it's too late to start in high school, and what it actually takes to raise a well-educated child at home. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendations In this episode, you'll learn: Why Christy-Faith believes pure unschooling carries real risks — and what she calls educational neglectThe difference between unschooling, deschooling, and interest-led learningHow to use BJU Press without doing every single thing in the curriculumWhether it's too late to start homeschooling in middle or high school (spoiler: it's not)How working moms and single moms can realistically homeschoolWhat to do when your child can't spell and it's affecting their confidenceHow to source curriculum so it doesn't require you sitting next to your kid every secondReal questions from real homeschool moms in the Summer Homeschool Help DeskSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial | Get 50% Off LearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50 Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: How to Homeschool Guide — free 23-page ebook for anyone considering or just starting homeschool5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — free quiz to discover your homeschool style in under 5 minutesFree Curriculum Recommendations — Christy-Faith's curated list by subject, no paid placementsThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith's membership community for homeschool momsThe Christy-Faith List — free directory of homeschool-friendly businesses and providersConnect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to the Summer Homeschool Help Desk (02:00) - Christy's Free Resources for Homeschool Moms (06:45) - Spelling Struggles and Older Students (11:35) - Curriculum Overload: How Much Is Too Much? (18:00) - Is It Too Late to Pull My Kids Out of School? (19:45) - Homeschooling While Working or in School Yourself (28:45) - Christy's Hot Take on Unschooling (36:15) - Single Moms, Working Moms, and Thrive (38:40) - You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone

    Ep. 123 - Homeschool Hot Takes: Unschooling, Curriculum Overload, and Starting Later | Live Q&A

  6. Jun 18

    Ep. 122 - Working Moms, Curriculum Choices, and Homeschool Structure | Live Q&A

    You've been up at midnight Googling curriculum, schedule templates, and whether you're doing enough. That stops here. In this Summer Homeschool Help Desk Live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith — author of Homeschool Rising and a homeschooling mom of four who also works full time — answers real questions from real moms on curriculum choices, daily structure, living books, reading gaps, toddlers underfoot, and how to stop doing it all yourself. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendations In this episode, you'll learn: How working moms make homeschooling work — and why "sourcing" is the real secretHow to choose curriculum strategically so you're not teaching every subject yourselfWhy kids need structure (backed by 70 years of child psychology research) and what it actually looks likeHow to handle naysayers and skeptics who question your homeschool decisionHow to teach history in a way kids love — spines, living books, and picture books explainedWhat to do if your child is behind in reading or has a suspected learning disabilityHow to manage homeschooling when you have toddlers in the houseWhy the Christy-Faith List is the homeschool resource you didn't know you neededSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial | Purchase (50% off) Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — Free quiz to discover your homeschool style or pedagogyHow to Homeschool Guide — Free 26-page ebook: 6 steps to get started and launchFree Sample Homeschool Schedules — Preschool through high schoolFree Curriculum Comparison ChartFree Curriculum Recommendations Download — Christy-Faith's fail-proof subject-by-subject listThe Christy-Faith List — Free directory of homeschool-friendly businesses, doctors, and providersThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith's membership community for homeschool momsConnect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction & Summer Help Desk Series (01:45) - Meet Christy-Faith & Free Resources Overview (04:00) - Free Resources: Style Finder, How to Homeschool Guide & More (06:00) - Working Moms & Homeschooling: How to Make It Work (08:10) - How to Teach History with Living Books & Spines (09:00) - New Homeschoolers: Where to Start (11:30) - Why Kids Need Structure (What the Research Says) (15:20) - The Christy-Faith List: Find Providers Who Get You (15:30) - Curriculum Recommendations Download (18:00) - Handling Naysayers & Building Your Support Tribe (19:30) - Daily Schedules, Habit Stacking & Chores (22:00) - When Other Homeschool Moms Judge Your Choices (24:00) - Teaching History Across Age Gaps (27:00) - Spines, Living Books & How to Use Both (28:00) - Reading Disabilities, Dyslexia & When to Seek Help (32:00) - Homeschooling with Toddlers in the House (35:20) - Multisensory Curriculum & Final Questions (36:20) - Closing Encouragement

    Ep. 122 - Working Moms, Curriculum Choices, and Homeschool Structure | Live Q&A

  7. Jun 11

    Ep. 121 - Are You Sheltering Your Kids or Giving Them What They Need? | Live Q&A

    You've heard the question — maybe from a relative, a neighbor, or a stranger at a party: aren't you sheltering your kids? In this archived Summer Homeschool Help Desk live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith answers real questions from real homeschool moms and unpacks the difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" them — protecting them while they grow strong. Because a strong homeschool was never about the perfect curriculum. It's about a secure, confident mom who knows her why. 🎁 Free Resource: The 5-Minute Homeschool Style FinderThere are 9 homeschool styles — and when you know yours, the curriculum, the schedule, and your whole approach finally click. Take the free quiz and find your fit.👉 Take the Free Quiz In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" themWhy a strong homeschool isn't built on the perfect curriculumHow to become a secure, confident homeschool leader who knows her "why"How to handle the pressure to prove your kids are keeping upWhy trauma doesn't build resilient adults — but healthy challenge doesHow to find your homeschool style (and why it matters before you buy curriculum)When reading struggles mean it's time to get an evaluationReal questions from real homeschool moms in the Summer Homeschool Help DeskSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% Off for Homeschool Families LearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50 True North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get Started Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: find your homeschool styleThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveHomeschool Rising (Christy-Faith's book): Homeschool RisingThe Christy-Faith List — find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comConnect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to the Summer Homeschool Help Desk (04:30) - The Critics and Pressure Homeschool Moms Face (08:30) - Where Homeschoolers Get Stuck (16:00) - How to Find Your Homeschool Style (21:00) - Best Practices Over What's Popular (28:30) - Knowing Your "Why" as the Homeschool Leader (36:00) - Why Investing in Your Homeschool Isn't Selfish (40:00) - "Aren't You Sheltering Your Kids?" (43:00) - Sheltering vs. Greenhousing: Raising Resilient Kids (48:00) - Reading Struggles and When to Get Help (53:30) - The Christy-Faith List + Final Encouragement

    Ep. 121 - Are You Sheltering Your Kids or Giving Them What They Need? | Live Q&A

  8. Jun 5

    Ep. 120 - Homeschool Moms Asked Me Their Hardest Questions. Here Are My Answers.

    Is it ever too late to start homeschooling? What curriculum should you actually trust? In this episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith opens the floor and answers the hardest questions real homeschool moms brought to her live Q&A — from homeschooling a gifted kindergartner to choosing curriculum, deschooling, and whether to school straight through the summer. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free Download In this episode, you'll learn: Whether it's ever too late to start homeschooling — even with an eleventh graderHow to choose homeschool curriculum you can actually trust (and why Christy won't just hand you a list)What to do when you're homeschooling a gifted child — especially with a new baby in the houseHow to find your homeschool style so curriculum decisions get easierWhat deschooling is and why most new homeschoolers need it firstHow to keep US curriculum going when your family moves overseasThe real case for and against homeschooling year-round vs. taking summers offWhen it makes sense to outsource the subjects that aren't your strong suitSponsors: BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View Samples CTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Purchase Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: Free Curriculum Recommendations — Christy's by-subject list of curriculum she trusts: Free Curriculum Recommendations5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — Discover your homeschooling style in five minutes: Homeschool Style FinderHow to Homeschool Guide — Christy's free getting-started guide: How to Homeschool GuideThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thrive⭐ New to homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin. Connect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction: Is It Ever Too Late to Start? (01:14) - The Biggest Mistakes Homeschool Moms Make (12:25) - Choosing Curriculum You Can Actually Trust (13:06) - Homeschooling a Gifted Child with a Newborn (14:46) - Finding Your Homeschool Style (17:39) - Deschooling: Where to Begin (25:51) - What Thrive Community Actually Offers (30:52) - Curriculum Help for Multiple Ages (32:00) - Homeschooling Across Borders (39:08) - Year-Round or Summers Off? (43:03) - Outsourcing the Hard Subjects (45:06) - The Math Program I Use + Final Encouragement

    Ep. 120 - Homeschool Moms Asked Me Their Hardest Questions. Here Are My Answers.
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    Christy-Faith
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    2023 - 2026
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