Best My Life Without Pants Podcasts (2025)

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401. How To Raise Your Homeschooler NOT To Be A Nominal Christian 20:45

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Today's episode has been ruminating in my mind for the past few months and I think it's a really important conversation to have. There is no perfect step by step plan to guarantee a specific outcome. But we are called, as Christian homeschool parents, to teach our children the Gospel and to guide them in growing their faith. That can often get lost…

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400. How Long Should Homeschool Take In The Elementary Years? And What Should They Do When It's Done? 20:25

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The public school system is the most prominent educational model in our culture. And it's often the one that homeschoolers look to for guidance or at least a set of standards to measure against. But, if you've done more than a day or two of homeschooling, you quickly realize that home education is (and should be) vastly different. One of the common…

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399. It's All Just Too Much: Homeschooling, Motherhood, Discipleship, Discipline... 17:41

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Are you wondering if you'll make it through this season in life, year, week, maybe even day? All of the responsibilities and being "on" 24/7 is overwhelming and exhausting. Maybe you just weren't cut out for being a homeschool mom. But, what if it IS what you are meant to do. You've just been looking at it all wrong. In today's episode, we'll tackl…

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398. Why I Chose Not To Give Tests Or Grades To My Homeschoolers And What I Did Instead 23:32

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Even in the homeschool realm, it can feel like there are some taboo topics. Or at least ones that moms are hesitant to voice their opinion about. Testing and grading is one of those and I am actually loving the fact that more homeschool moms are willing to think outside the box and take a different approach. And bonus points for sharing what you do…

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397. Rough Start To The Homeschool Year? 4 Ways To Make It Better 17:00

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So, you just started the homeschool year and you're having a hard time already. Should you throw in the towel? Are you just not cut out for this homeschool thing? It can feel embarrassing to admit that homeschool isn't all that you thought it would be. It looks like everyone else started their year and they're living the dream. But you aren't. I pr…

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396. Q&A: What To Do About The Boys In Homeschool, Exposure To Different Cultures, When Learning Styles Are Opposed, And Discipling Our Children 23:02

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Wow! The questions in this episode are deep, but I'm here for it. I loved answering your questions that ranged from the reality of homeschooling boys who are on the move (it was a common theme for this one), homeschooling specific questions, and we ended with a question that brought tears to my eyes. Enjoy getting my point of view on these and when…

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395. An Honest Look At How Technology Impacts Your Homeschool Children With Clare Morell Of The Tech Exit 24:58

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Technology has come in like a tidal wave and our culture has just willingly accepted and adopted it all without questioning the ramifications. This isn't just for ourselves as adults, but for our children as well. At this point, you'd have to be living in a cave to not know that there is some pushback and evidence showing the negative impact screen…

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394. The School System Is Outdated: Is Your Homeschool? 18:59

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We're going to poke the bear a little bit today. But not to make enemies. Instead, let's take a look at how the school system matches up with the here and now and then, flip the script to make your homeschool what it needs to be for your family. It's no secret that many families are choosing to home educate their children. At the end of the day, ar…

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393. Struggling With Homeschool Consistency? Put Your Big Girl Pants On! 19:01

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint The (not so) funny thing about homeschooling is that in theory, it sounds like a magical place full of perfect days. And then...reality hits. As the homeschool mom, we have to actually carry through with the plan. Enter the hurdle of consistency.…

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392. Homeschooling Allows You To Rewrite The Story 19:10

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's common knowledge that homeschooling includes academic work. And as a homeschool mom, you know that you get to choose how and when that occurs in your home education. But there is so much more to homeschool than the books and curriculum. I ha…

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391. From Being Threatened With Jail To Homeschooling Trailblazer: Zan Tyler On Keeping Eternity In Perspective 24:56

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JOIN ZAN TYLER, WHITNEY NEWBY, AND LEIGH NGUYEN AT LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE: https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference Nowadays, we take for granted that we can easily switch to homeschooling and continue for as long as we want to. But, the early homeschoolers didn't have that assurance. It took a few brave parents to step into …

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390. Creating a Flexible Homeschool Plan That Won’t Fall Apart Mid-Year 20:10

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It is so exciting to begin a new homeschool year. The planners, curriculum, art supplies, and so on are shiny and new and the possibilities seem endless. But, the hurdle is to keep the perspective in mind that whatever you plan, needs to be susta…

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389. Homeschooling Golden Ticket: Family Style Learning 20:31

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Are you looking at your homeschool and wondering if it's actually sustainable? Is anyone learning anything? Is this worth your time? Are you about to burn out? If you answered yes to even one of those questions, can I introduce you to family styl…

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388. How Should A Christian Homeschool Mom View Homemaking? With Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial 26:37

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Your to-do list is jam-packed with all the things and it probably feels like too much at times. How is any one person supposed to get it all done, including all of the laundry, cooking, and cleaning too? Oh and with a good attitude as well, right…

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387. Q&A: What If I Have To Work? Reading Resistance, Building Homeschool Community, When To Add Screens In School, Homeschooling A 5 Year Old 20:36

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ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion Your questions are amazing and I had so much fun answering these. I love delving into a variety of topics and today's episode covers so much. Even if you don't find yourself in any of these circumstances, I think it really helps us to understand other homeschool moms…

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386. You Don’t Have to Do It All: Breaking the Super Homeschool Mom Myth 18:29

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Do you feel the weight of the world upon your shoulders as a homeschool mom? You are responsible for, not only the physical growth of your children, but now their education and the discipleship of them 24/7. It's a lot. And you're probably puttin…

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385. Uncomplicate Your Homeschool With Reverse Planning 17:11

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Most homeschool moms don't plan to make home education complicated. But, it can easily end up there with all of the input from others and the mile high list of things you want to read, do, learn, and experience with your children. Planning is one…

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384. Which Homeschool Style Is Right For Your Family? 23:57

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Whether you're brand new to homeschooling and just trying to figure things out or you're a seasoned homeschool mom who needs a breath of fresh air for this school year, styles of homeschooling are a great way to get your footing. Nobody says you …

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383. Homeschooling Basics For Beginners And Those Who Need A Refresh 21:31

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint If this is your first of homeschooling: WELCOME! I am so thrilled for your family. Or if you're here for a refresh to make sure you are on the right track for the homeschool year, then, yay! I so appreciate your willingness to learn and be intent…

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382. 5 Steps To Adjusting From Summer Break Mentality To The Homeschool Year 19:53

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's that time of the year and I don't want you to be caught off guard. The summer tends to be more relaxed and free and then suddenly, homeschool moms become drill sergeants and expect everyone to fall in line. Now that is a recipe for disaster.…

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381. Should Homeschool Moms Be Strength Training? With Kelsee Moore From Moore and Co. 28:17

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint You've heard the buzz around social media about strength training. Or at the very least, I've mentioned it a time or two...or more. What's the deal with it? Should you spend time building your strength? What about cardio? And how can you possibly…

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380. What To Do When Your Homeschooler Wants To Go To Public School 20:12

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint "Mom, I want to go to school." Gah! What do you do? What do you say? Your heart, as a homeschool mom, is set on homeschooling. And now, your child is asking to go to school. Whether you've been at this juncture yet, we all encounter it to some de…

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379. Are Fun Or Serious Moms Better At Homeschooling? 17:54

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Does your personality make you better or worse at homeschooling? Do you naturally gravitate towards being fun or more serious in your motherhood and home education? Is it a help or a hindrance? There is no doubt that you desire the best for your …

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378. My Family's Story Of Surrender And Starting Over: Reflections 10 Years Later 20:44

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GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship We all have significant moments in our story. Some are years in the making and alter the direction of life. That was us 10 years ago. One decision changed our course. But, it wasn't done blindly or out of fear. God had been working surrender in our lives the years p…

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377. Q&A: Babies in Church, Feeling Stuck in Faith, Not Sure I Want My Kids Around My Friends, Motivating Homeschoolers To Read, and Homeschooling In Custody Battle 20:30

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Let's have a little fun this summer and do a Q&A! I wish we were sitting down together with a pitcher of iced tea between us. But, since we can't do that, grab a cool drink and find a cozy spot and let's have a conversation. We'll cover a range o…

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376. Making And Creating Friendships As A Homeschool Mom With Kristen Strong 20:05

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Homeschooling doesn't require you to be sequestered at home with zero interaction or friends. That means the desire you have as a homeschool mom to have friendships with other women is okay. And you should act on it! Kristen Strong joined me on t…

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375. Tips For The Part-Time Working Homeschool Mom Or The Mom Thinking About It 17:21

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GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship All homeschool moms juggle various roles and wear many hats. But, some work part-time, along with home educating their children. Whether you work out of the home, from home, or are thinking about starting a part-time job or online business, I have a few tips to shar…

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374. Homeschooling Confidently When Your Style Or Method Is Different Than Friends 17:43

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint There are a lot of things that make a homeschool mom question how she is educating her children. But, one of the biggest ones is when a friend homeschools with a different style or method. "She is homeschooling better than I am." "Her kids seem t…

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373. Why a Homeschool Mom is Scared and How to Overcome Fear 19:53

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Fear. Is it holding you back from beginning to homeschool? Is it holding you back from really embracing your homeschool? Is it holding you back from doing what is best for your children? It can do all of those things...and more. Let's stop giving…

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372. Finding Peace In The Overwhelming Homeschool Years With Whitney Newby Of Brighter Day Press 27:03

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint There are so many demands during the homeschooling years and moms can quickly spiral into feeling overwhelmed. Today's guest, Whitney Newby, of Brighter Day Press is sharing her journey and practical tips so you can use these years to grow in you…

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371. How To Truly Enjoy Being With Your Homeschool Children 18:35

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's one thing to love our children, but it's another thing to really enjoy being with them. Unfortunately, it's very common for parents to use the excuse of not wanting to homeschool because they, "Could never be with their kids all day." But, h…

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370. 3 Common Characteristics Of Homeschool Graduates 20:03

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It might feel a million years away, but your homeschooler will eventually complete their home education years. Are you preparing them now for that time? I know, it seems silly to bring up that question when your child is only 8 years old. But, I …

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369. Bringing Moms and Daughters Together Through Bible Study With Dannah Gresh Of True Girl 24:27

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint One of the benefits of homeschooling is the time and attention we can give to our children. And this goes beyond the curriculum and formal academics. These years are meant to reach the hearts of our children. Dannah Gresh, of True Girl, has a pas…

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368. Don't Miss Out On Reading These Books: My Family's Top Favorite List For All Ages 13:58

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint When in doubt, read. Lol! But, really it's true. Having a rough homeschool day? Read. Need a little quiet time in the day? Read. Want your homeschooler to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world? Read. I get asked often for specific…

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367. Do YOU Inspire Your Homeschool Children? 20:38

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint There are a lot of people looking to influence and thus, inspire your homeschool children. From social media platforms to corporations to friends and so on. But, as homeschool parents, we should be intentional about being the first people to hold…

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366. 4 "Controversial" Things We Did As Christian Homeschool Parents 23:51

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint When you become a parent there are suddenly many decisions to be made. And some of those are seen as "controversial" within the culture you are raising your children. Our 3 homeschooled children are all older now and can see the value in the deci…

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365. What Is Family Culture? And How To Figure It Out For Your Homeschool Family 21:37

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint When you look around at other families, it's pretty easy to tell that you all do family a little bit differently. Sometimes, you can't quite put a finger on what that is. But, today, we're going to explore family culture. You have one. And so doe…

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364. What We Wish Our Mother's Told Us About Pelvic Floor Health And How You Can Guide Your Homeschool Daughter With Jenn Lormand Of Tighten Your Tinkler 34:14

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Homeschooling is about way more than school academics. It's creating a relationship that welcomes open dialogue and discussion about anything and everything. One of those topics should be our bodies and how we can take care of them well. And that…

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363. Soft Skills To Teach Your Homeschooler This Summer 23:17

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint I promise that I'm not adding "one more thing" to your to-do list. But, the summer typically means a bit of a break from academics for homeschool families. The curriculum is great, but if you child is not prepared for the world when they step out…

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362. Simple Tips To Keep The Learning Going While On Homeschool Summer Break 24:29

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FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR HOMESCHOOL: https://www.rainbowresource.com/ The summer is a great time to refresh our minds and bodies from the heavy focus on academics during the homeschool year. But, we shouldn't become zombies and lose brain cells. There is a happy medium! And today's episode is going to give you ideas about how to keep your homes…

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361. Meal Time Doesn't Have To Be Complicated! Provide Nutritious Meals For Your Homeschool Family With Chandis Of Close To Nature 30:14

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Three times a day (plus snacks!), you've got at least a few sets of eyes looking to you, the homeschool mom, for nourishment. In plain English: you're responsible for feeding everyone over and over and over again. Lol! It's easy to get off track …

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360. The Great Debate: Should Homeschoolers Participate In Organized Sports? 24:15

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Opinions can vary greatly and the debate can get heated amongst parents when it comes to organized sports. And then let's throw in the homeschool element and the lines can be drawn. No matter where you fall on the spectrum, I think we can all agr…

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359. Properly Socializing Your Homeschool Children So They Aren't Weirdos 20:25

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Ah, the age-old socialization question... No matter where you homeschool or how long you've been doing it, you will be asked about socializing your children. We often roll our eyes and bite our tongues. But, as a homeschool parent, you may have a…

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358. Don't Waste Summer Break! How To Use YOUR Time Wisely 19:18

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DISCOVER HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES IN YOUR AREA! https://www.basecamped.com/ It's about that time, homeschool mom! Summer break! Did I see a little yipee from you? Or maybe a feeling of dread came over you because summer seems to be a free for all and at the end of it, you don't feel like you have anything good to show for it. What if, you took some pur…

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357. Did You Do Enough This Homeschool Year? 18:51

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint As you close out this homeschool year, do you have that looming question of whether you did enough hanging over your head? Unfortunately, it seems to be a theme in our minds and it comes up often throughout the year. But, you are finding yourself…

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356. Making Chores A Family Thing! Chore Charts, Allowance, And Helping Out 26:21

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CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome What role should children have in the chores and housework of a home? Do you need to make chore charts? Should they get an allowance? As a homeschool mom, you already have a lot on your to-do list with motherhood and homeschooling. But, you probably d…

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355. Creating A Homeschool Atmosphere That Is Rich In Culture, Connection, and Curiosity With Amber O'Neal Johnston Of Heritage Mom 24:18

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Homeschooling allows us a unique opportunity to disciple and share the world with our children. And we can be intentional about how we do that. Today's guest, Amber O'Neal Johnston Of Heritage Mom, has done just that with her homeschool. She real…

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354. Step By Step To Choosing Next Homeschool Year's Curriculum 18:52

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's such an exciting time of the year! There are so many amazing homeschool curriculum options out there and it's now time to make some choices. Let's back up to the fact that there are a lot of options. Which one to choose? I have a simple step…

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353. 5 Things That Confirmed Our Decision To Homeschool 22:20

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint When you're in the trenches of homeschooling, you wonder if all of this is worth it? The academics, discipleship, life skills, character building, activities, housework...and on and on. It sure would be nice to have some confirmation that you're …

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352. How to End the Homeschool Year: Honestly Reflect Back 20:36

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint As you near the end of this homeschool year, how are you feeling about it? One way to help you create a great homeschool is to reflect back upon the year. But, it has to be done honestly. Painting a perfect picture doesn't help you, your children…