This is the information I wish I had when I started homeschooling preschool over 11 years ago. It's a helpful bit of what you need, but more importantly paying attention to what you don't need to have a fulfilling preschool experience for your kids. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS join our free community. See you there! Homeschool Bett...
Jul 08, 2022•10 min
This is a special snippet from our Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot co-working session is a peek at how making realistic goals can shape your priorities in your homeschool. Join Pam, veteran mentor Laney Holman, and the planning moms for a sneak peek at how group planning sessions run and find out more about the importance of goals. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com...
Jul 01, 2022•13 min
Our time as humans is finite. Sorry to be the one to break that to you. That means there are so many hours in a week to get the homemaking, the homeschooling, and all the other things (including a job if you have one!) done. In this episode of the podcast Pam talks about the myth of balance and the single mindset shift you can make that might just save your sanity as you do all the things. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for ...
Jun 24, 2022•11 min
I have a bone to pick with "planning from behind" and this show is where I'm going to do it. Find out why planning from behind isn't actually planning at all, what it REALLY is, why it's valuable (sure it is), and what real, helpful planning actually looks like for your homeschool don't miss this episode. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLU...
Jun 17, 2022•9 min
I have known Dawn Garret for about seven years now. She has worked with me for so long helping moms create homeschool plans that I had long forgotten that once upon a time she considered herself "not a planning person. It wasn't until she realized that here frustrations were coming from not having a path to follow that she started taking steps to create a plan that would bring sanity to her homeschool. Listen on to find out why she was skeptical about planning and how it ended up helping her any...
Jun 10, 2022•13 min
I hear it all the time -- there is no need for me to plan, I won't be able to follow the plan anyway. If you can do that and not be frustrated by the resulting school year, then great. I say don't mess with what's working. But if you don't feel like you can plan but you DO feel like you need some structure to keep from dissolving into chaos, then this episode is for you. Even if you feel like homeschool planning never worked for you before, I give you three reasons why you might want to try agai...
Jun 03, 2022•11 min
Summertime. Where the living is easier (and summer homeschooling is easier too). These are my top tips for making this summer in your homeschool the best yet! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS join our free community. See you there! Homeschool Better Together...
Apr 29, 2022•11 min
When people begin homeschooling, the very first question they often ask is, "How do I choose a curriculum?" These three tips will help you get started! Find the show notes for this episode at https://pambarnhill.com/tmbh27 Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS join our free community. See you there! Homeschool Better Together...
Apr 22, 2022•11 min
I have been reading homeschool books for over 10 years now. Some have been forgettable, but so many have helped to shape the way I school my kids. Today I am sharing a number of my favorites and telling you why I think they are important reads. Check these out! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS join our free community. See you there! Hom...
Apr 15, 2022•12 min
Sometimes simple is better. Kids need to make observations about the world around them. Further science ability depends on being able to look closely, to see the details, and record them. I love that nature study (free and readily available in your backyard) is the perfect way to hone those skills. Find out more in this episode of the podcast. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodca...
Apr 08, 2022•11 min
Homeschoolers worry, "What happens if I don't finish our curriculum before the end of the year?' The answer isn't as cut and dried and you might think. Some curriculum resources are never meant to be finished 100 percent (really!) and those can be closed and left until the following year. Watch or listen for ideas on what to do when the curriculum doesn't get done and how to prioritize what's important. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your po...
Apr 01, 2022•13 min
Do you suspect that your child has ADHD? Have you wondered what that means for your homeschool journey? Should you have him or here tested? Can you even do homeschooling properly with an ADHD child? I am joined on this episode of the podcast by Colleen Kessler, a former teacher and expert on gifted and twice-exceptional kids (plus a homeschool mom to more than one with ADHD) to answer those questions and more. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search ...
Mar 25, 2022•15 min
Is it even possible to homeschool cheaply without buying tons of expensive curriculum? What about homeschooling almost totally for free without buying curriculum at all? Whit a few handy tools and some extra time in your budget there are some things you can do to substantially reduce the amount of money you spend on homeschooling your kids. Find out all the details here. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better T...
Mar 18, 2022•11 min
Teaching to your kid's learning styles is a huge buzzword in homeschool circles, but on today's episode of the podcast we are talking about why it doesn't matter nearly as much as you might think and even how it can be detrimental to your kid's education. Have a listen and let me know what you think ! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS jo...
Mar 11, 2022•8 min
When you have a child that is struggling you can sometimes feel a little helpless. What are they really capable of? How can I help them to succeed? What if they never learn what they need to? Our guest today is Marianne Sunderland from Homeschooling with Dyslexia. She is here to help us recognize when our kids might be having an issue and what first steps we can take to begin to solve the problem. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast ...
Mar 04, 2022•14 min
Homeschooling preschool can seem daunting to first-time parents, not because it its difficult, but instead because this is the first chance to really buck the system and do something different that everyone else. At the end of the day, we feel like now we have to prove that this homeschooling thing is going to work. So what do we do? Usually too much. In this episode Pam breaks down the most important things to do in your homeschool preschool and how we can help. Mentioned in this episode: We ar...
Feb 25, 2022•11 min
It's my favorite time of year -- time for the homeschool convention. I will be speaking at all five of the regional GHC conventions this year and I think you should attend! In this episode of the podcast I am breaking down three reasons why attending a convention can be beneficial. Will I see you there? Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS ...
Feb 18, 2022•9 min
These days homeschooling is such a common occurrence that when most people ask "Is it legal?" what they really mean is "What do you need to do legally homeschool?" The answer to that is complicated because it varies widely depending on where you live. In today's podcast Pam breaks down where the laws come from, ow you can find out more about them, and what it means to homeschool within the law. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app...
Feb 11, 2022•11 min
Teaching to your kids' learning styles is a huge buzzword in homeschool circles, but on today's episode of the podcast we are talking about why it doesn't matter nearly as much as you might think and how it can even be detrimental to your kids' education. Have a listen and let me know what you think! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe to the new feed PLUS joi...
Feb 11, 2022•8 min
If you homeschool you have probably been asked about socialization. While I have no fear that your kids (or mine) are going to be especially socially awkward, there are some extra things that homeschool moms have to consider when it comes to helping their kids to make friends. I am joined by Mary Wilson today to talk about how we can make sure we are serving our kids well in this area. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Home...
Feb 04, 2022•13 min
The great thing about homeschooling is that we really don't have to do all of the education or our children by ourselves. There are so many opportunities out there to outsource some of the kid's learning. In this episode of the podcast we will talk about why you might want to outsource, some examples of outsourcing, and the benefits and drawbacks of doing so. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or h...
Jan 28, 2022•9 min
If you have been around homeschooling circles you may have heard the term "deschooling." This podcast answers the questions what is deschooling, how long you might want to do it, as well as some practical suggestions for deschooling-type activities. Pam also talks about if people have always homeschooled need to deschool. Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subsc...
Jan 21, 2022•12 min
So many parents now are trying to work and homeschool. Some are working inside the home and some are even working outside the home. The good news is, it totally can be done and my guest today has done it. If your are working for yourself or someone else, inside the home or out, this episode has some actionable tips you can use to make homeschooling happen while you work. Don't miss it! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Home...
Jan 14, 2022•13 min
Homeschool moms have a tendency to be just a little bit tough on themselves and quite honestly it isn't the most helpful trait we have. Today I am joined by my good friend Mystie Winckler to talk about why we do this and how God uses our homeschools to draw us closer to Him. This all ties into Mystie's new book The Convivial Homeschool. Listen on to find out more. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together...
Jan 07, 2022•13 min
I find it sad when families homeschool up until high school and then stop -- not because they don't desire to homeschool further but instead because they think they can't. On our episode today I am here to tell you YES you can, and my special guest Ann Karako knows how -- she's graduated five kids from her homeschool! Ann and I talk about everything from how to do it, is college possible, and increasing responsibility for your high school student. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting...
Nov 19, 2021•14 min
Middle school will bring changes to your homeschool and not all of them will be good. But some will. Just like anything there are life-situations that are difficult, but hey, everyone can read now -- which can be a game-changer for homeschooling. Now is the time to nudge your kids into burgeoning independence (but check up on them often!). We give you all the tips you need to homeschool middle school successfully in this episode! Enjoy. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homesch...
Nov 12, 2021•12 min
Nothing strikes fear into the hearts of most homeschooling parents more than teaching their kids math. What if instead of fear we could approach math with curiosity? What if instead of dread, we instead looked at ways we could play? Today I am joined on the podcast by Mark Hendrickson, the developer of the Math Playground at Beast Academy. Mark chats about how we can look at math differently and model wonder for our kids and he shares some resources we can use to do just that. For the blog post ...
Nov 05, 2021•14 min
Homeschooling in the upper elementary years is all about burgeoning independence, but probably not as much as you were hoping for. How can we encourage our kids to take charge of more, while make sure that skills still get covered? And how to we make the all-important leap from learning to read to reading for information? Give this episode a listen to find out. Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or...
Oct 29, 2021•11 min
Money is often a tough topic for parents to talk about with kids. Maybe this is because many of us have been raised to believe that it is taboo to talk about money. Maybe it's because nobody ever had these conversations with us, so we flounder over what to say. Maybe we just don't want to give bad advice. Whatever our reluctance to chat about money, it is an important topic we need to address. On this episode of the podcast I am joined by Matt Matheson who talks about the five areas we need to d...
Oct 22, 2021•14 min
When you are starting out homeschooling the early years you have a tendency to want to do all the things. The good news is -- you don't need to! Instead early elementary is a time for building habits, following interests, and cementing those important basic skills. In this episode of the podcast I dive deep into what you need to do for early elementary homeschooling. For the show notes and resources visit: https://pambarnhill.com/tmbh06 Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homesch...
Oct 15, 2021•12 min
