Power your homeschool with tangible takeaways from the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and education. Featuring homeschool authors and mother-daughter team, Dr. Debra Bell and Kathryn Gomes. Find us at DebraBell.com and @homeschoolmathmom on Instagram.
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The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a digital support group for everyone interested in a learning lifestyle. Join us the second and fourth Friday of each month as our hosts Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones discuss topics like the benefits of homeschooling, finding the right curriculum for you, navigating the line between parent and teacher, and more!
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If you're a homeschooling parent with a child taking high school classes, you should be thinking about transcripts. In this episode, our hosts share practical tips on creating high school transcripts for homeschoolers, covering how to document coursework, extracurricular activities, and achievements in a way that stands out to colleges and employer…
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137: Music Education for Homeschoolers
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Music education is often a source of apprehension for homeschooling parents. Whether musically trained or not, teaching your children music is like teaching them a whole new language, and the cost alone can make many parents balk. But there's an easier way! Today, we're joined by Shanan Colvin, a professional singer, musician, and music educator. S…
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136: Frequently Asked Questions About Homeschooling
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Whether you're a homeschooler or know someone who is, people often have a lot of questions about homeschooling. What is it? How does it work? How do homeschooled kids differ from their publicly schooled peers? Today, we're tackling all the most frequently asked questions about homeschooling! SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpod…
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135: Homeschooling in Pennsylvania (w/ Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed)
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Homeschooling in Pennsylvania is sometimes thought as difficult by people outside of the Keystone State. But for those on the inside? It's a completely different story. Today, we're joined by Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed, author of math curricula and co-host of the Homeschool Works Podcast. A former homeschool student in Pennsylvania and current homeschool …
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134: Homeschooling with Technology (w/ Meryl van der Merwe)
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Homeschooling with technology can sometimes be a blind spot for parents. With technological advances happening quicker and quicker, it's easy to get left behind. And that's not even mentioning the concerns related to AI. Today, we're joined by Meryl van der Merwe, host of the Homeschooling with Technology podcast, and she's sharing a little glimpse…
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133: Our Favorite Homeschooling Books
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Homeschooling is a full-time job, and there's lots of learning that you have to do as the parent and teacher. Today, our hosts share their favorite homeschooling books to make your learning lifestyle fun, easy, and fulfilling! SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com If you have any questions or comments, please email us at…
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132: How To Start Homeschooling
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It seems everyone these days wants to know how to start homeschooling. With the homeschooling boom still going, it's more important than ever to make sure you get all your ducks in a row before you even start looking at a worksheet. Today, our hosts will take you step by step from what to do before you start, how to make sure you and your kids get …
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Knowing why you homeschool is something that can slip the mind of some homeschooling parents. While we know why we chose to leave public school, we sometimes don't stop to think about the reasons we continue in our learning lifestyle. Today, we discuss the importance of knowing why you homeschool. SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoo…
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130: The Importance of Deschooling
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For anyone switching from public school to homeschooling, the process of deschooling is crucial. Deschooling is the step between public school and homeschooling when you take a break to allow your family to adjust to the rhythms of your new learning lifestyle. But it's so much more than that. How long should one deschool? What are some ways to ease…
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129: Homeschooling in North Carolina
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Today, we embark on another state in our Homeschooling Across America series by learning all about Homeschooling in North Carolina! SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com If you have any questions or comments, please email us at happyhomeschoolpod@gmail.com Visit Transcript Maker and get your 14-day free trial! Like our p…
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128: Homeschooling as a Single Parent
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Homeschooling your children is a full-time job, which can cause some hesitation with single parents. Whether you're newly single and wondering if you can continue to homeschool or you've been single and wondering if you can start, we're here to tell you that homeschooling can work for you. But you don't need to take our word for it. Today, we speak…
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Parents of only children face unique challenges when making the decision to homeschool. Some may think that having only one child in the house would make things easier, but when there's no siblings to occupy each other's time, it all falls onto the parent. Add in work and one might just wonder if they can really do it. Well, we're here to tell you …
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Homeschooling a big family has its challenges, and its rewards! Today, our hosts share their secrets for efficient and fun learning for the whole family. From tailoring your approach to different learning styles to secrets that will help save your bank account, we can help you be an expert at homeschooling a big family. SHOW NOTES: Visit our websit…
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125: How to Teach Current Events
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Many homeschooling parents wonder how to teach current events. Some think it only means teaching politics, some worry about how to talk to their kids about difficult topics. But current events is a much broader topic than most people realize. From local happenings to global news, from sporting events to pop culture touchstones, current events reach…
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124: Homeschooling In California
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Homeschooling in California has the reputation for being difficult, but that couldn't be further from the truth! While every state will have its pros and cons, California gives lots of freedom to its homeschooling parents. Today, we sit down with a homeschooler from California to discuss everything you need to know about homeschooling in California…
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123: Project-Based Homeschooling
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Project-based homeschooling is getting more and more popular, and there's no wonder why! By engaging your student's interests and encouraging their curiosity, you not only shape them into a motivated self-learner, but you also allow them to learn a wider variety of things than you might otherwise, using set curricula. Join us today as we discuss ev…
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Astronomy is tied into many subjects homeschoolers may be studying. Whether history, mythology, or navigation. But it also exposes your children to the beauty of the universe, from the planets of our solar system, to igniting clouds of dust millions of lightyears away. Today, we discuss How to Teach Astronomy. SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.h…
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121: Homeschooling Is (Still) Growing
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Ever since 2020, homeschooling has been booming. As such, not only are there more people than ever needing help navigating the world of homeschooling, but the world of education in general is transforming to meet the needs of this new homeschooling population. Join Holly and Jennifer as they discuss the ever-increasing growth of homeschooling. SHOW…
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120: Using Contests in Your Homeschool
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Contests and competitions can create much-needed external motivation for students and can foster skills and abilities in our kids that will help them in their future. But for some people, competition is a dirty word, so how can you make sure you're doing it right? Today, we'll be discussing the ins and outs of using contests and competitions in you…
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Geography is an important subject to teach. Through geography we can better know the world around us, the people that live in it, and how to navigate it. But many homeschoolers wonder just how to teach geography. Far from a series of dull facts and scientific definitions, geography can come alive in your homeschool! Today, we'll be discussing all o…
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118: Mentoring New Homeschoolers
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When you're new to homeschooling, it's invaluable to have people there to help you. Whether recommending curricula, giving advice, or just being there for you, it's a vital resource. So, when you're the experienced hand and you see someone new, it's important to be there to help them, too. Today, we'll be discussing the importance of mentoring new …
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117: Handling Intrusive Family Members
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When you decide to homeschool, you feel like you're making the best choice for your child and your family. But sometimes you can face pushback from more traditional family members. Often it's genuine curiosity, but just as often it's not. How can you handle family members intruding into your homeschooling? And how far is too far? Today, we discuss …
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116: Mental Health for Homeschooling Parents
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As homeschooling parents, we're fiercely independent. But that can sometimes lead us to isolation when times are hard, feeling as though we have to go it alone. But you don't have to. Today, we discuss the importance of taking care of your mental health as a homeschooling parent and share how we maintain our mental health. SHOW NOTES: Visit our web…
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115: Choosing Books (w/ Heritage Mom, Amber O’Neal Johnston)
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Children learn to read, so they can read to learn! But even more than an educational aid, reading is a pleasure enjoyed by millions of people every day. Today, we're joined by the Heritage Mom, Amber O'Neal Johnston, to learn how she chooses books for her homeschool and her family! SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com I…
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Thanksgiving has come and gone, and there's still a whole month of holiday season left! As homeschoolers, we value our family time, and the holiday season is full of special family activities. But we also care about our children's education. It can be hard to figure out how to balance everything. Melody, Jennifer, and Holly have been through this c…
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One of the very best things about homeschooling is the freedom it provides you. We've discussed homeschooling at the beach and on vacation before, but worldschooling blows it all out of the water. With worldschooling you can be a world traveler and still give your kids a world class education! Today, we sit down with our friend Amanda Coate to lear…
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112: The Neuroscience of Homeschooling (w/ Debra Bell)
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Today, we bring you an interview with homeschooling author and podcaster, Debra Bell! Debra uses her expertise in neuroscience to teach us all the benefits that homeschooling has for students. Listen and learn all about the neuroscience of homeschooling! SHOW NOTES: Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com If you have any questions or …
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Homeschooling has never been more popular. With more and more families choosing homeschooling for their children's educational needs, it's more important than ever to know exactly how it works. The thing is, homeschooling is different in each state, with different rules and regulations that go with it. That's why today we're beginning a new series:…
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110: Meal Planning for Homeschoolers
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When you make the decision to homeschool, you take on another job. With all the extra time you spend preparing and teaching lessons, it can sometimes be hard to find the time to figure out what to eat every day. Meal planning takes the stress out of your meals. With a little prep and a little forethought, dinner can end up being the easiest item on…
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109: All About the Waldorf Method
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The Waldorf Method is a time-honored educational philosophy that focuses on developing students' intellectual, artistic, and practical skills. While Waldorf is often seen in the context of private schools, the freedom of homeschooling allows you to choose any educational philosophy you desire. Today, we sit down with our longtime friend (and longti…
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Science is one of the most enjoyable subjects you can learn at home, and there's so many ways to teach science that put the subject right in the hands of your students. Today, we discuss how our different educational philosophies informed how we taught science and reminisce about our favorite science projects and experiments! And be sure to stay to…
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Youth civic organizations like scouting can be a great opportunity to foster your child’s independence while bolstering their education. But where do you start? How do you find the right organization for your child? And are there any downsides? We answer all these questions and more today, so join us and learn all about youth civic organizations! S…
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Tips for how to mark the start of your school year in a memorable way that sets your children (and you) up for success!על ידי Debra Bell, Ph.D. and Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed.
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Kayte and Debra discuss the science behind the notion of summer slide. Then give tips for helping your kids recover what they may have (temporarily) lost over the summer break.על ידי Debra Bell, Ph.D. and Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed.
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106: Back to School… Homeschool!
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Back to school can be a stressful time, even for homeschoolers! But with the homeschooling boom still going strong, there’s lots of new homeschooling families that are getting back to school in a whole new way. So today, we’re discussing back to school in two parts. First, we talk about back to school for new homeschoolers. We discuss tips to allow…
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Kathryn and Debra discuss chunking, a strategy that will help students increase their working memory. Debra gives a quick test to help you assess your child's working memory and then discusses ways to extend their ability to work with a lot of new information at once.על ידי Debra Bell, Ph.D. and Kathryn Gomes, M.Ed.
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105: Understanding Dyslexia (w/ Stephen Yearout of Empower Dyslexia)
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Dyslexia is a disability, even if you can’t see it. As a learning disability, homeschooling parents want to be on the lookout for dyslexia and need to know how they can best support their dyslexic children. Today, we welcome Stephen Yearout of the Empower Dyslexia podcast to discuss his experience with his dyslexia, what the early warning signs are…
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21. HW Skinny: Focused and Diffuse Modes of Thinking
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In this episode, Kathryn and Debra discuss how students can use their understanding of the mind's two modes for thinking to better apply their attention to their studies. A Mind for Numbers by Barbara Oakley: https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Numbers-Science-Flunked-Algebra/dp/039916524X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1689277055&sr=8-1 Learning …
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20. HW Skinny: Spaced Repetition
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Spaced repetition is an effective strategy to promote durable learning. When kids struggle to recall what they learned about previously, they strengthen the neural pathways that deepen their understanding and connections to prior learning. Celebrate the struggle! Tell your kids their brains are working properly. Our skinnies are designed to give yo…
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104: Encouraging Independence in Your Children
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Independence is the most important skill a parent can teach their child, but for homeschoolers it can be a bit harder. We’re always with our kids anyway, so it can be hard to loosen our grip and let them alone for a while, but with a few sensible precautions and a healthy dose of trust, it can be an immensely rewarding experience for parent and chi…
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Homeschooling at the beach can make summer learning fun! With a variety of different experiences and things to see and do at the beach, you’ll have no trouble making sure that the learning opportunities don’t end, even when it’s summertime. There are so many things to learn about at the beach. Weather, tides, engineering, fishing, wildlife, ecosyst…
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102: Everything You Need to Know About Enrichment Academies
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Enrichment academies are a great resource for any homeschooling family. Whether you choose one to ensure a complex subject is taught with expertise or because you need to make time to work, enrichment academies can supplement your child’s education immensely. Getting out of the house, interacting with other kids, and learning the expectations of a …
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19. Teaching Math and Science Together with Sherri Seligson, Author and Marine Biologist
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Kathryn sits down with fellow Apologia author Sherri Seligson to talk about teaching math and science together. Sherri explains how math functions as the language of science while Kathryn chimes in with ways you can use science as a context for teaching mathematics. The result is a two-for-one punch, more learning with less effort. Sherri's website…
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101: How to Find Money for College
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Every homeschooling parent will wonder how to find money for college. It can be hard enough for parents of one child, but if you have multiple children, the costs can stack up. Thankfully, Brad Baldridge joins us today to help. Brad is a financial planner specializing in last minute college budgeting. With his help, you’ll be able to identify how t…
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18: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia with Amy Bodkin
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Kathryn discusses the neurodivergent child with Amy Bodkin, a homeschool mom, autistic adult, and licensed school psychologist. We discuss learning differences and recent dramatic changes in the research and our understanding of these very common differences in children. Amy offers lots of expert advice while also giving practical tips for designin…
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100: The Happy Homeschooler Podcast 100th Episode Spectacular!
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The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is celebrating our 100th episode! Today we pour a few drinks and enjoy a wide-ranging conversation. Topics include: books we’ve been reading, looking back at previous episodes, how homeschooling has changed since 2020, our earliest memories, and more! SHOW NOTES: If you have any questions or comments, please email us …
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17. Determining Your Child's Learning Style: Part 2
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In part 2, Kathryn and Debra dive into the four types of learners researchers have found in an educational setting. This model is an easy one for homeschool parents to use because the clues are the observable preferences you can readily see in each child. You'll also learn how to recognize your teaching style and get lots of tips for choosing curri…
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16. Determining Your Child's Learning Style: Part 1
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What does the research say about learning styles? How can homeschool parents leverage this information to algin with how each child learns best (and still keep your program manageable)? We open with a discussion about the Big 5 Personality Traits, which are the foundation for how kids will process information and be motivated to learn. Here are the…
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099: Homeschooling Through Hard Times
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Homeschooling through hard times can be overwhelming, and many homeschooling parents are told they should put their children into public school. But there’s no need. The truth is when your family is facing hardship, homeschooling is your greatest advantage, because you can all face the hardships together. Today, we discuss the hard times we’ve gone…
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098: How to Know When to Graduate Your Child
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One of the best benefits of homeschooling is that you can tailor your pace to suit your student’s needs. But sometimes that makes it hard to know when to graduate your child. What are the signs beyond the academic that your child is ready to graduate? What needs to happen in advance? How can you best prepare your child for the adult world? All thes…
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