Well This Wasn't The Plan!

Carson and Teran Sands
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We never expected to homeschool...but here we are! Life is funny that way, ya know? After 4 years in public school, we've made the unexpected leap into homeschooling our 3 kids--while still working full-time! On this podcast, we're documenting the journey in real time: the good, the hard, the hilarious, and everything in between. Whether you're a curious parent, a fellow homeschooler, or just here for the chaos, welcome! Let's figure it out together--because sometimes the best things start with, "Well, that wasn't the plan..."

  1. HACE 6 DÍAS

    25. Why A Public School Teacher Chose Homeschool And What She Wants Every Parent To Know

    Send a text We bring on Megan, a Texas elementary instructional specialist and former classroom teacher, who explains why she’s leaving the classroom to homeschool and what parents don’t see day to day. We compare school as it is with what kids actually need—sleep, protein, movement, and long blocks of unstructured play. • why a veteran teacher chose homeschool now • how tech in early grades shapes attention and behavior • full-day kindergarten, lost naps, and rushed lunches • sugar-heavy breakfasts and ADHD symptom spikes • hallway silence rules and school as compliance training • parent disconnection from teachers  • message overload, dress-up days, and hidden mental load • ineffective consequences, eloping, and classroom safety • why homework fails tired kids and families • system pressures that burn out teachers and parents Please leave us a review! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    39 min

  2. 11 FEB

    24. Our Homeschool Curriculum and Why We Love It

    Send a text We share how we chose our homeschool curriculum and the pros and cons! • why pencil-and-paper  • how open-and-go lessons cut prep to zero • placement tests and mixing levels by subject • free downloads and what to try before buying • high standards • family-style subjects • using short videos for independence • skipping repetition and replacing boring readers • pricing, value, and when to print instead • layering tools like journals, Time4Learning, Night Zookeeper, and reading apps Our Spanish App Our Reading App Our Piano App Full Online curriculum we love Writing Practice software we love Please, please, please leave us a review!!!!!! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    24 min

  3. 2 FEB

    23. What Surprised Us the Most About Homeschool

    Send us a text We share what shocked us about homeschooling as two full-time working parents: the time it takes, how fast kids learn one-on-one, and why our home feels calmer and happier. From tackling gaps in handwriting and grammar to an ADHD breakthrough, we lay out what actually worked. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single podcast episode! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    33 min

  4. 19 ENE

    22. 2026 Goals + Keeping the Kids Busy While We Work!

    Send us a text We trade the post-holiday slump for a simple “goals time” system that gives our kids clear daily reps and gives us reliable work blocks. Short, intentional practice drives Spanish, piano, and sports progress while we scale our accounting workload through tax season. • juggling homeschool with a 42-hour workweek and seasonal peaks • setting kid goals with specific daily reps and clear time limits • choosing fewer goals and ranking priorities to avoid overload • using a checklist and a monthly $100 incentive tied to consistency • focusing on Spanish speaking and listening with daily micro-lessons • building piano skills with 10–15 minute sessions and steady difficulty • planning spring break camps and considering year-round homeschool • teaching money habits with a 50% save rule toward car funds • balancing app-based learning with handwriting and core subjects Make sure if you have a question to leave us a fan mail and we will answer those on the next episode! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    34 min

  5. 5 ENE

    21. Technology in Schools and Education

    Send us a text We push past holiday overload to unpack a big question: what happens when schools move all work onto screens, and what do kids lose along the way.  • school device policies and filter workarounds • screen time displacing handwriting, grammar and composition • our guardrails: shared computers, short videos, supervised access • targeted skills: typing, file basics, safe browsing • summer plan: light year‑round learning to prevent slide • choosing electives with limits, Outschool for exploration • non‑negotiables: daily reading and a physical activity Make sure you leave us a review!!! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    48 min

  6. 15/12/2025

    20. We finished our FIRST semester homeschooling + working!!!

    Send us a text We finish our first semester of homeschooling and share what worked, what didn’t, and how we balanced real jobs with real learning. Honest wins, hard pivots, and a few surprises changed our mornings, our kids’ confidence, and our plans for next term. • routine that protects work blocks and quiet hours • pen-and-paper curriculum improving writing speed and focus • testing revealing gaps  • tailored pacing for Slate’s math acceleration • life skills growth in cooking, chores, and money habits • travel learning and bravery lessons in Costa Rica • adding formal science and history next semester • using OutSchool to cover busy work seasons • refocusing on one-to-one time with each child Please send us your questions. Also, please go leave us a review and give us five stars!!! Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    45 min

  7. 08/12/2025

    19. Bumps in The Road

    Send us a text A holiday road trip, a house full of flu, and deadlines stacking up—then the realization that our “get back on track” grind was making everything worse. We decided to slow down, skip a day when fevers hit, say yes to hot chocolate and a matinee, and rebuild our rhythm around what actually makes our family feel good. The shift was simple and powerful: less pressure on perfect routines, more focus on presence, movement, water, sleep, and small, consistent moments that keep us close. We open up about a blind spot that crept in as the kids got more independent: one-on-one time. Our fix is a private calendar packed with tiny 15-minute hangs—nails in a bedroom, a quick board game, a bike ride, a walk. These micro-moments are easy to keep and big on connection, making room for real talks without needing a whole afternoon. We also get honest about December burnout, messy counters, and the myth that chores must come before connection. Spoiler: the mess will wait. If you’re craving a reset, this conversation offers permission and a plan: honor your energy, protect small moments, and use tools that fit your season.  Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    35 min

  8. 01/12/2025

    18. Homeschool, Holidays, and Why This Year Feels Different

    Send us a text We unpack why we chose homeschool over private school, how we juggle work with learning, and what actually changed in our home life. From winter routines to Outschool wins and cutting December chaos, we share what’s working, what isn’t, and what we’re adding next. • letting go of pressure during holidays and keeping daily reading • handling family reactions and setting screen boundaries with cousins • adapting routines for cold, windy weather and morning focus • accelerating math while protecting foundations and confidence • adding family-style history and science on Fridays • using Outschool for creative, independent classes • private school costs, rigor, and homework vs our priorities • why hybrid programs wouldn’t solve workload or logistics • mental load relief from ditching constant school “optional” tasks • feeling confident after seeing both systems up close Support the show Follow us on IG Find Our Free PDFs! The reading app we LOVE! The phone we have with NO social media and NO internet browser!

    27 min
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We never expected to homeschool...but here we are! Life is funny that way, ya know? After 4 years in public school, we've made the unexpected leap into homeschooling our 3 kids--while still working full-time! On this podcast, we're documenting the journey in real time: the good, the hard, the hilarious, and everything in between. Whether you're a curious parent, a fellow homeschooler, or just here for the chaos, welcome! Let's figure it out together--because sometimes the best things start with, "Well, that wasn't the plan..."

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  • Creador
    Carson and Teran Sands
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    26
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