Learning for Life: A Homeschool Podcast

Living books: What are they, and how can you add some to your bookshelves? In this lively discussion, we talk to Anthony Coafield from Living Book Press about what his definition of living books is, how he gets these old texts printed, and what it is like to homeschool in his home county of Australia. He also gives us tons of valuable book recommendations for kids and adults.

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To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to: https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/what-are-living-books-w-anthony-coafield-with-living-books-press

Need some ideas for how to incorporate movies into your homeschool? In this episode, Stacey breaks down how she uses full length feature films in her homeschool. Some of her techniques may surprise you!

To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to: https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/using-movies-in-your-homeschool

Are you looking for some inspiration for teaching science in your homeschool? And maybe even some free resources to help? Look no further than Homeschool Science Club! In this episode, we got to talk with John Stanton, homeschool dad of three, former science teacher, and now a physician, who has created the amazing Homeschool Science Club channel on YouTube that shows easy at-home experiments any family can do together, along with worksheets you can use to accompany the experiments. He is a wealth of knowledge in science, and homeschooling in general, and we had a blast talking to him about all things science!

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To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to: https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/making-science-fun/

If you're searching for easy and fun ways to teach Shakespeare in your homeschool, look no further! Jenny teaches her own young kids Shakespeare, and you can too. In this Homeschool How-To, she shares some tips on how to introduce "the bard" to your children too!

To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to: https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/homeschool-how-to-tackling-shakespeare

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It's the most commonly asked homeschool question, even though it might not be said out loud very often: Am I teaching my kids enough?

In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey addresses this issue head on, and gives insight on how we can turn this potentially negative question into reassurance and positivity for our homeschools.

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Living books are a cornerstone in the Charlotte Mason method, and can be a helpful part of anyone's homeschool! But what are living books? In this Homeschool How-To, Jenny discusses what living books are, and she gives some examples of her favorites.

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What should kids learn in their preschool years, and should you meet preschool academic standards in your homeschool? In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey shares some advice on how to educate preschoolers, and why you shouldn't necessarily stress out over academic standards at this age.

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The best way to come back from a homeschool slump is to take a break. But how do you schedule these breaks, and will it even be possible to get back into a good rhythm again once the break is over? In this Homeschool How-To, Jenny (a reluctant break-taker) gives some insight on how taking breaks can benefit your homeschool.

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What are your state's academic standards, and do you even need to pay attention to them? In this episode, Stacey breaks down easy ways for homeschoolers to get information on your state's standards, and shares ways that you can meet these standards, without drastically changing your homeschool plans.

To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:  https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/academic-standards/

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Handicrafts are a great way to incorporate some fun, as well as practical life skills, into your homeschool. But how can you do them if your kids are young, or if you don't have any craft experience yourself? Jenny gives some helpful advice for anyone who is looking for a way to experience the benefits of handicrafts in their homeschools.

To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to: https://www.kidslearningforlife.com/homeschool-how-to-handicrafts/ ‎

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