Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families | ADHD Support, Homeschooling Autism, Homeschool Help, Special Needs

Jenny Prior | Homeschool Mom, Education Specialist M.A.

Top 5% Global Podcast Are you feeling overwhelmed managing everything in your homeschool with your child’s learning and attention needs? Are the battles over your child’s focus and regulation wearing you down? Do you feel stuck and unsure about what will work for your child with ADHD, Autism, or other learning differences?  I am so excited that you’re here! This podcast will help you create a positive homeschool atmosphere, engage your kids where they’re at, and give you the confidence that you’re making progress every day! Hi, I’m Jenny, homeschool mom of 5 kids, former special education teacher, with 8 years of homeschooling experience. Over the past three years I discovered that some of my children had unique learning and attention needs. I tried to find ways to outsource their education because I was afraid of failing. I finally realized that God had given me everything I needed to homeschool my kids. I created a homeschool rhythm and systems to support our household. A straightforward approach that starts with what’s most important to us. A framework that includes practical solutions and the flexibility my kids need. And I’m looking forward to sharing it with you! If you’re ready to create a peaceful and positive homeschool that works for you and your kids, engage your kids in a meaningful way, get clarity on what your version of a successful homeschool day looks like–this podcast is for you!  Find a comfy chair and take a deep breath, knowing that you’re not alone.

  1. 5h ago

    31 When the Home & Activity Schedule Feel Out of Control: Strategies & Tips to Get Organized

    Has the schedule fallen off the rails? Are you struggling to feel like you’re getting the important things done? Need some ideas to get your homeschool, home, and extracurricular schedules organized?   In this episode, I’ll be sharing strategies and tips to help you get your schedule more organized and feel a little bit less chaotic. If you’re feeling run down by the homeschool and activity schedule, this is the perfect time to listen and apply the strategies and tips for the upcoming season, month, or quarter, especially as the busy holiday season approaches! Things I discussed: Pre-season evaluation: What are our priorities this season? Update your current weekly schedule Strategies and tools to get organized  Being honest with your bandwidth Tips to Streamline your schedule   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Related Episode 17 How to Plan Your Homeschool Year: 6 Steps for a Calm and Successful Year Related Episode 12 How Much Structure Does Summer Actually Need? (For ADHD Families)   Resources mentioned (Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) 2027 At-a-Glance Annual Calendar for the wall My friends’ podcasts along this theme: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management/id1895661409?i=1000797735848 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sensory-solutions-for-parents-parenting-tips-behavior/id1886811804?i=1000798370523 Soccer Shots Digital Family Calendar for the Wall by Skylight Kin Family Planning app   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  2. Oct 28

    30 Why Does Homeschool Feel So Hard Even When You Aren't a Beginner?

    Are you in a homeschool rut? Maybe things feel harder or your kids are more resistant to “do school”? Or are your kid’s meltdowns and breakdowns wearing you out?   Homeschooling kids with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, or other learning challenges is really challenging. At this point of the school year things might not feel as exciting, motivating, or the clarity has gotten foggy. In this episode, let’s acknowledge what’s hard together. Three reasons why homeschooling feels hard or heavy right now, like:  The novelty has worn off. Pressure and demands for your kids keep increasing, which often means meltdowns or dysregulation do too. You’re feeling tired or discouraged Most importantly, I’ll give you some key shifts that will encourage you, help your mindset, or at least have tools to keep moving forward.   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Related Episode 23 Stop This Toxic Habit That Impacts Your Mental Health, Homeschool, & Your Relationships Related Episode 21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  3. Oct 21

    29 Homeschool Math Anxiety? Try Visual & Story Approaches for Struggling Students with Kelli Pearson

    Is math causing battles or anxiety in your household? Is your child telling you that they “just don’t get it” when you work on math?   If math doesn’t seem to connect and causes frustration for you or your child, you will enjoy this conversation with Kelli Pearson about her own journey from not getting math for 30 years to finally figuring out that her brain worked differently. This is an encouraging conversation for parents with neurodivergent kids (i.e., adhd, autism spectrum, dyscalculia) or kids who are just struggling with math who need a “non-mathy” approach. Kelli Pearson is an educator, author, and founder of Artful Math, where she helps kids learn math with understanding, confidence, and joy. Drawing on more than 25 years of teaching experience, Kelli brings math to life through stories, games, and real-world problem solving. Her work is grounded in the belief that every child is capable of mathematical thinking—and that kids learn more deeply when they can explore it, make sense of it, and connect it to things that matter.    Connect with Kelli  Website: https://artfulmath.com/  Math Learning Profile Quiz: https://artfulmath.com/quiz/ Artful Math Shop: https://shop.artfulmath.com/ Podcast listeners can get 20% off their first order with coupon code WELCOME20   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer Related Episode 22 Why Is Math So Hard for My Child? What Parents Need to Know. A Conversation with Kate Snow Related Episode 21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

    29 Homeschool Math Anxiety? Try Visual & Story Approaches for Struggling Students with Kelli Pearson
  4. Oct 14

    28 Homeschooling Hacks: 6 of the Best Strategies to Support Struggling Learners

    How do you teach a struggling learner or child with ADHD or autism? What do you do to help things “stick”? What teaching strategies actually work?   In this short episode I’m sharing my 6 of my favorite teaching strategies from my professional background. I use these strategies every day in our homeschool! Things like: how to present a new skill, how to present information differently, visual strategies, crucial home systems (systems that create less reminding for you!)   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Related Episode 15 5 Homeschool Routine Shifts That Actually Support Kids with ADHD and Special Needs Related Episode 24 Overwhelmed By Your Child's Needs? 5 Steps To Narrow Down To One Big Goal    Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  5. Oct 7

    27 Do You Need a Teaching Degree to Teach Homeschool? 5 Homeschooling Myths Debunked

    Feeling unsure if you’re qualified to homeschool? What if I’m not good at math? Is a college degree a prerequisite?   In this episode, I explain why 5 common myths are not true. This episode will encourage and empower you if you are thinking about homeschooling or if you are starting to wonder if you’re cut out for it. The 5 common myths: Myth #1 You must know all the facts Myth #2 If you aren’t good at math, you shouldn’t homeschool your kids. Myth #3 You need a college degree to homeschool your kids Myth #4 You can’t work if you homeschool. Myth #5 You must be an organized person to homeschool. Plus I discuss one more at the end I hear frequently from parents who say “they could never homeschool”.   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Books & Resources Mentioned (Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) Nicole the Math Lady https://nicolethemathlady.com/ Math-U-See https://mathusee.com/ CTC Math https://www.ctcmath.com/ Sourdough Classes https://livingbreadbaker.com/courses/ The Working Homeschool Mom Podcast   Related Episode 1 How to Start Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child Related Episode 21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  6. Sep 30

    26 How Unit Studies & Interest-led Learning Help Kids Find Identity & Purpose: A Chat with Camila Johnson

    Is your child burned out from “doing school”?  What if following their interests could help bring the joy back to learning?   In this episode, I’m talking with Camila Johnson about unit studies, interest-led learning, and raising lifelong learners. Camila shares about challenges she faced raising her sons with ADHD and then becoming a homeschool mom later in life and  creating an herbalism unit study. We talk about how following our kids’ curiosity can make learning more engaging, meaningful, and fun. Because homeschooling doesn’t have to be about checking every box. It can be an opportunity to explore our kids’ interests, nurture their gifts, and help them become who they’re created to be.   Connect with Camila Website: https://edeninstitute.health/homeschool  FB: https://www.facebook.com/EdensTableHomeschoolCurriculum IG: https://www.instagram.com/edenstablehomeschoolcurriculum/   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Related Episode 3 You’re Already Doing it: 8 Ways to Teach your Neurodivergent child without a Homeschool Curriculum Related Episode 16 5 Things Homeschooling Gives Children with ADHD That Traditional Schools Often Can't   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  7. Sep 23

    25 Anxious About Homeschooling? Gameschooling & High School: A Chat with Carrie De Francisco

    Textbooks and traditional approaches don’t seem to work for your child, but how do you pivot to more out of the box learning methods? How can you incorporate gameschooling or unit study without getting overwhelmed? And what about high school??   In this episode, Carrie De Francisco and I talk about the different out of the box learning methods she has used in her homeschool journey with her (now graduated) kids. As well as her experience with her son who has ADHD and dyslexia. She also shares how we can look forward to homeschooling high school rather than dreading it! Listen in for encouragement and ideas that can make learning more joyful and life-giving!    Connect with Carrie  Website: https://coffeewithcarrie.org   IG: https://www.instagram.com/coffeewithcarrieconsultant/ Coffee With Carrie Gameschooling Resources: Gameology Blog Article with recommendations and links: https://coffeewithcarrie.org/f/gameology?blogcategory=Teaching+%26+Planning+Ideas “Gameschooling” CWC Episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939064/episodes/9623744 Amazon List with links of Games: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1279N3ZFISS9H?ref_=wl_share Game Spotlight YouTube Playlist:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPM2MBcR29Bir4o0W5OxIpjxyQBz12a3a&si=1r7NADpcTVPsbcRx    Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Books & Resources Mentioned (Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) Our list of favorite games Semper Smart Games: https://sempersmartgames.com/ Gamewrite: https://gamewright.com/ Talicor/ Aristaplay:  https://talicor.com/  Mindware:  https://www.mindware.orientaltrading.com/games-a1-553541-1.fltr  Waldock Way:  https://www.thewaldockway.com/category/gameschooling/   Related Episode 21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito Related Episode 19 Starting the Homeschool Year Without the Chaos: 6 Things Your Family Needs More Than Curriculum   Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

  8. Sep 16

    24 Overwhelmed By Your Child's Needs? 5 Steps To Narrow Down To One Big Goal

    Feeling overwhelmed by everything you have to do as a homeschool mom? Not sure how to work on all your neurodivergent child’s needs? What if you could narrow down to just one big goal?   In this episode, I walk through 5 steps to narrow down your list of goals for your kid(s) to pick one big goal that is important to you and your child.  Define the goal (understand that a goal is a bundle of multiple different smaller skills) What are the prerequisite skills? What does your child need to be able to do or know? Where is my child today? What skills does he/she have? What are some natural ways we can incorporate skill practice in our home and homeschool? Reassess expectations Note: This is not about IEP goals, but could be helpful in advocating for your child in that way.   Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Get the 37 free planner sample pages here: https://homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/freeplannersamplepages   Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer   Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families   Related Episode 21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito Related Episode 19 Starting the Homeschool Year Without the Chaos: 6 Things Your Family Needs More Than Curriculum   Connect with Jenny Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan   Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer

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Top 5% Global Podcast Are you feeling overwhelmed managing everything in your homeschool with your child’s learning and attention needs? Are the battles over your child’s focus and regulation wearing you down? Do you feel stuck and unsure about what will work for your child with ADHD, Autism, or other learning differences?  I am so excited that you’re here! This podcast will help you create a positive homeschool atmosphere, engage your kids where they’re at, and give you the confidence that you’re making progress every day! Hi, I’m Jenny, homeschool mom of 5 kids, former special education teacher, with 8 years of homeschooling experience. Over the past three years I discovered that some of my children had unique learning and attention needs. I tried to find ways to outsource their education because I was afraid of failing. I finally realized that God had given me everything I needed to homeschool my kids. I created a homeschool rhythm and systems to support our household. A straightforward approach that starts with what’s most important to us. A framework that includes practical solutions and the flexibility my kids need. And I’m looking forward to sharing it with you! If you’re ready to create a peaceful and positive homeschool that works for you and your kids, engage your kids in a meaningful way, get clarity on what your version of a successful homeschool day looks like–this podcast is for you!  Find a comfy chair and take a deep breath, knowing that you’re not alone.

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