As our country celebrates its 250th birthday, now is the perfect time to explore some of the beautiful living books that showcase what makes this country special. That’s why we’ve put together this curated book list, bringing together picture books, chapter books for middle grade readers, and more complex texts […]
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Episode 65: A Charlotte Mason Mother’s Education with Beth Howard
Beth Howard is a Charlotte Mason homeschooling mother of 2 who makes her home in Colorado. As the founder of The Charlotte Mason Home, Beth helps moms pursue their own learning and growth in a way that is restful and joyful and life-giving. In this episode, Beth shares how a […]
Read MoreEpisode 64: Homeschooling through Doubt with Susan Seay
Susan Seay is a 25-year veteran home educator who has graduated 6 of her 7 children so far. She shares her homeschool wisdom in the book, Home Grown: Guidance and Inspiration for Navigating Your Homeschool Journey edited by Amber O’Neal Johnston, and on the Mentor for Moms podcast. In this episode, Susan shares […]
Read MoreFree Winter Themed Copywork Pages from Classic Living Books
Of all the activities we add to our busy homeschool days, few yield such a rich return as copywork. Not only does it offer practice in handwriting and letter formation, but it helps children build a strong vocabulary, teaches punctuation and grammar, hones reading comprehension skills, and fills our children’s […]
Read More5 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Your Homeschool
One of my favorite things about homeschooling is having the flexibility to depart from our regular routine. Special days like Valentine’s Day are a great opportunity to take a break from the normal homeschool day and add in some extra fun! Here are some of our favorite ways to make […]
Read More2026 Christian Homeschool Conventions, Conferences, and Retreats
Have you ever attended a homeschool conference or convention? It’s a wonderful way to flip through potential curriculum, get fresh ideas, connect with the broader homeschool community, and be inspired by veteran homeschool speakers. Check out this master list of Christian homeschool conferences happening in 2026 to find an event […]
Read MoreEpisode 63: Homeschooling Is Where the Real Education Is Happening with Dr. Jay Wile
Thank you for joining us! You can listen to this conversation on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to check our other interviews with homeschool veterans like Durenda Wilson, Sally Clarkson, and Amy Sloan. Dr. Jay Wile holds a PhD in nuclear chemistry and has earned numerous awards for […]
Read MoreEpisode 62: The Redeemed Reader with Betsy Farquhar
Thank you for joining us! You can listen to this conversation on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to check our other interviews with homeschool veterans like Amber O’Neal Johnston, Sally Clarkson, Durenda Wilson, and Amy Sloan. Betsy Farquhar holds Masters degrees in Children’s Literature and Information and Library […]
Read MoreEpisode 61: Preparing Room for Jesus in Your Homeschool This Advent with Lara Molettiere
Thank you for joining us! You can listen to this conversation on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to check our other interviews with homeschool veterans like Sally Clarkson, Durenda Wilson, Tiffany Jefferson, and Jennifer Pepito. Lara Molettiere is saved-by-grace, wife to a wonderful man, and the mama to […]
Read MoreEpisode 60: Building a Strong Family Culture in Your Homeschool with Jessica Smartt
Jessica Smartt is the author of Memory-Making Mom, Let Them Be Kids, and her newest book, Come on Home. She graduated from Grove City College with an English degree, a religion minor, and a hankering to pour into kids. After teaching middle school English for five years, she was promoted to her current position […]
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