Homeschool Made Simple Carole Joy Seid

Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester dive into the topic of restful rhythms for homeschooling families. They discuss the significance of Sabbath as a gift and a blessing, and how it can provide much-needed rest in the midst of the busyness of daily life. Carole and Rachel share practical tips and examples of how different families observe Sabbath. They emphasizing the importance of preparing for the day of rest, engaging in activities that bring joy and life, and creating a s...

Rachel Winchester and JJ Seid tackle the topic of getting on the same page with your spouse when it comes to homeschooling. They share practical insights and strategies for navigating the challenges of conveying the benefits of homeschooling to a reluctant spouse. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of understanding each other's perspectives, engaging in curiosity-driven conversations, and speaking to the best in your spouse. Tune in for wisdom and encouragement for cou...

Discover how batch cooking can help you save time, money, and stress in the kitchen, and how it allows you to enjoy nutritionally dense meals without the daily hassle of cooking. In this episode, Laura Tabbut, a batch-cooking genius, explains the art of simplifying food prep for families. From planning and shopping to cooking and freezing meals, Laura and Carole break down key steps they followed for successful batch cooking and share practical advice on organizing, labeling, and storing...

Are you homeschooling a high schooler or planning to? In this episode, we delve into the “golden years” of homeschooling, exploring the crucial role of parents in shaping your children's education during this impactful stage. We talk about the importance of keeping your teenagers close during this pivotal stage, maintain hands-on discipleship and influence while preparing your children for college and beyond.Discover how to maintain a strong relationship while navigating high-level courses, d...

As we continue our journey through the various stages of a child's education, we wanted to take a closer look at a crucial phase of homeschooling: middle school. Homeschooling middle schoolers is a topic we are often asked about as parents wonder how to approach these years.This transitional period between childhood and adolescence can be daunting. However, it is also key to shaping their spiritual growth.Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester discuss the importance of understanding the develo...

Today, we explore homeschooling elementary-aged children.Oftentimes, parents begin to add pressure on children with formal academics before it is actually developmentally appropriate. In this episode, Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester discuss how to ease the pressure of formal academics when homeschooling elementary-aged children. These years are when the "better late than early" approach is so important as parents prepare their elementary-aged kids for a gradual transition to more s...