Hatching Curiosity: A Homeschool Podcast

Christina Hatch
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In this homeschool podcast, I explore principles from Charlotte Mason, Maria Montessori, and Classical education philosophies. I talk about my adventures in homeschooling three curious boys and share the experience and research I have put into my curriculums and CoOp classes. If you want to raise curious, creative, and critical thinkers or just learn a little more about what homeschooling is like this is the place for you!

  1. World Schooling

    06/08/2023

    World Schooling

    An Interview with Milin Chandler about traveling with kids and an exploration of the homeschool philosophy of world schooling. Full show notes at:  https://hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast

    24 min
  2. A Natural Unfolding

    05/04/2022

    A Natural Unfolding

    This episode spills the tea on why I shut my shop down last fall and how I learned the tao of homeschooling. It is probably the most vulnerable thing I've posted but I decided to do it because of the peace I've found through this process for full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast.

    28 min
  3. Love of Learning

    10/24/2021

    Love of Learning

    The Love of learning episode discusses what can spark or stamp out our natural inborn curiosity, how to cultivate a love of learning in our children, what subjects are best suited to this task, multiple intelligences, and how a love of learning can help a child find their purpose.  For show notes check out hatching curiosity.com

    24 min
  4. Moral Development: Six character traits of learning (Defining Education Series)

    05/21/2021

    Moral Development: Six character traits of learning (Defining Education Series)

    In this episode, we talk about how moral development is a key component of education. Six key character traits of learners, habit training, and building relationships. For full show notes visit hatchingcuriosity.com In this episode, I mention "The Book of Virtues" by William J. Bennett

    20 min
  5. Key Skills of Learning

    03/07/2021

    Key Skills of Learning

    Welcome to the Defining Education Series. In the first episode "Key Skills of Learning" we talk about how I am going to break down education from Classical, Charlotte Mason, and Montessori into bite-size chunks and take a look at what Education is. In this first episode, I'll address how reading, writing, and math are the KEY skills of learning upon which all other learning hangs and some other concrete skills that can elevate your child's education. For links to curriculums mentioned in this episode and a full transcript see the show notes at: hatchingcuriosity.com

    32 min
  6. Finding Joy in Homeschooling

    01/26/2021

    Finding Joy in Homeschooling

    Art, Music, Handicrafts. Field trips, Traditions, and Morning baskets. These are the things that add joy, fulfillment, and laughter to your home education journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com

    38 min
  7. Finding Peace in Homeschool: Start Homeschooling Series

    01/24/2021

    Finding Peace in Homeschool: Start Homeschooling Series

    Savor the time you have together and carve out time to connect. Try poetry tea time, studying the masters,  nature study, and adding your spiritual practice as an integral part of your day. Learn about the brain benefits of classical music, nature study, and how boys connect best when they have a lot on their minds. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com

    35 min
  8. Bonus Episode! Step into your Power: Start Homeschooling Series

    01/13/2021

    Bonus Episode! Step into your Power: Start Homeschooling Series

    Discover your power to set the tone in your home, the difference between self-care and self-indulgence, and why taking care of yourself is vital. As well as the power of nurturing friendships and community as you head into your homeschool journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com

    11 min
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In this homeschool podcast, I explore principles from Charlotte Mason, Maria Montessori, and Classical education philosophies. I talk about my adventures in homeschooling three curious boys and share the experience and research I have put into my curriculums and CoOp classes. If you want to raise curious, creative, and critical thinkers or just learn a little more about what homeschooling is like this is the place for you!

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