Homeschool Made Simple Carole Joy Seid

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 serious studies in middle and high school. 

When homeschooling elementary-aged children, we want to take things slow. Academics should build over time so as to prevent academic burnout.

Carole and Rachel discuss integrating study, work, and service by doing short, concrete lessons in phonics, real-life math, and handwriting. And of course, they encourage reading out loud to develop a love for reading!


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Have you wondered what the best approach to educating your preschooler is? In this episode we delve into the crucial preschool years and the essential aspects that lay the foundation for educational success.
Rachel and Carole emphasize the importance of viewing preschool as a time for bonding, laying the foundation for future success, and fostering a love for learning through work, service, and study. They recommend focusing on life skills, character development, and nurturing attachment and bonding with children during these early years, rather than early academics. Join us as we encourage parents to listen to their intuition, and to enjoy these sweet and formative years.
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Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
Attend one of our upcoming seminars in 2024!
Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
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Are you looking to understand the Homeschool Made Simple method in a nutshell? In this episode, we explore the research-based, interest-led, and literature-rich approach to homeschooling. Learn how to create a customized curriculum that fits your family's unique needs. 
Embrace a holistic view of education that nurtures warm, loving homes and allows your children to pursue their interests under parental guidance. Join us as we discuss the joy of creating a literary-rich environment that shapes your children's character and theology, and that it is tailored to the unique needs of each child within the family.

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Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
Attend one of our upcoming seminars in 2024!
Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!

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Are you looking to enrich your family’s movie nights with classic films? Join us for a fabulous list of timeless cinematic masterpieces that captivate, educate, and inspire your children. 
Carole Joy Seid shares her “must-see” list of classic films. From the captivating storytelling of legendary director Frank Capra to the timeless appeal of films like "Mister Smith Goes to Washington" and "The Sound of Music," this episode is a treasure trove of cinematic recommendations that will engage your family of all ages.

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Grab the complete list of movies here
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There are fabulous books whose characters come alive for our children, and in essence, become their best friends. Carole’s favorite illustrator and author, Lois Lenski is one of the most important in children’s literature! In this episode from the archives, Carole share the delight that is in Lois Lenski’s books.
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A biography about Lois, Lois Lenski: Storycatcher by Bobbie Malone
Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
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In this episode from our archive, Carole Joy Seid shares the best children’s books to build your home library. 
Many families have asked Carole to help them find out how to systematically build a library of books they actually want to keep. The books she shares in this episode are from her own bookshelves, and they are the ones you don't want to let your children leave home without reading. Without these wonderful books, they will live a kind of deprived world!

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Click HERE for the full booklist from this episode. 
Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here. 
Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education. 
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