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Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology

Amy Sloan | HumilityandDoxologywww.humilityanddoxology.com
Homeschooling is an excellent choice for many families, but it can feel overwhelming, and even isolating at times. In Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, we talk with real life homeschooling parents about it all: educational philosophy, homeschool challenges, learning successes, faith & so much more. Host Amy Sloan, a homeschool graduate herself, is now homeschooling her own 5 children, and she brings the homeschool community to you. Informative, encouraging & fun - this is a podcast sure to encourage every homeschooling parent!
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Episodes

Exuberant, Joyful Homeschooling (with Kia Roy)

Y’all are going to absolutely love this Homeschool Conversations episode with the effervescent Kia Roy! We get a little giddy and a little excited, but what is more delightful than discussing the joys and challenges of homeschooling? We discuss planning, changing seasons/styles of homeschooling, educating in seasons of grief, the value of co-ops, and more! I can’t wait to hear your biggest takeaways; leave them below in the comments! Full transcript and Show Notes : https://www.humilityanddoxolo...

Nov 07, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 6Ep. 6

Church History (with special guests from the Kids Talk Church History podcast)

Listen to the Kids Talk Church History Podcast : https://www.alliancenet.org/kids-talk-church-history-podcast Church History by Simonetta Carr : https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1218882&item_no=788566 (affiliate link) Thanksgiving Morning Time Plans : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/product/thanksgiving-morning-time-resource-pack-6/ My previous podcast interview with Simonetta : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/simonetta-carr/ My Beginner's...

Oct 31, 202229 min

Plutarch for the Homeschool Family (with Dawn Duran)

Plutarch, anyone? If you've ever wondered why to study Plutarch, how to read Plutarch's Lives (without getting confused or overwhelmed), and the value Plutarch has for a Charlotte Mason homeschool in particular, then you won't want to miss this delightful conversation with Dawn Duran! Full transcript and Show Notes : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/Dawn-Duran Get my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-planning-guide/ Thank you to podcast sponsor Ki...

Oct 24, 202257 minSeason 6Ep. 5

Imagination & Baby Steps in Charlotte Mason Homeschooling (with JoAnn Hallum)

Are you interested in Charlotte Mason home education, but you're not sure if that works for real-life homeschool moms? JoAnn Hallum is one of my favorite people to follow on Instagram . Her beautiful words, hysterical stories, and real-life reminders of what is truly important always make me think and make me smile. She likes to remind me that she's a writer, not a podcaster, but I think you're going to definitely want to hear more from her after you listen to this conversation! No wonder Mariel...

Oct 17, 202229 min

Reading, Writing, and Making Connections: Homeschooling High School English (with Betsy Farquhar)

The only thing better than being excited about books on your own is getting to chat with someone who is as excited about reading as you are. So it's no wonder I loved this conversation with Betsy Farquhar! Betsy demystifies the process of reading and discussing literature with your homeschool high school students, and shares the most important aspect of quality writing. Whether you're a mom who can't wait to teach high school English or a mom who is terrified by the idea, you'll find lots of tip...

Oct 10, 202239 minSeason 6Ep. 4

Charlotte Mason: The Teacher Who Revealed Worlds of Wonder (with Lanaya Gore and Twila Farmer)

Charlotte Mason and her principles have a huge influence in the homeschool world. But author Lanaya Gore and illustrator Twila Farmer have brought the person of Charlotte Mason to a whole new audience with their new picture book! It was a delight to chat with them about the picture book writing/illustrating process and all they’ve learned about homeschooling over the past several years. Be sure to check out Charlotte Mason: The Teacher Who Revealed Worlds of Wonder for yourself after you listen ...

Oct 03, 202251 min

Homeschooling with Confidence in Times of Crisis (with Vicki Bentley)

It can be hard to homeschool with confidence in the best of times. But what about when life blindsides your homeschool? Job loss, moves, death, and illness (not to mention the blessed, but still disruptive, realities of new babies) can throw a wrench into our carefully laid homeschooling plans. Vicki Bentley joins us in today’s episode with practical tips and advice arising from decades of homeschool experience. Whether you’re facing out-of-the-ordinary challenges this school year or the more mu...

Sep 26, 202243 minSeason 6Ep. 3

Strategies for Teaching Homeschool Writing (with Janie B. Cheaney)

Have you wondered how to teach writing effectively in your homeschool? There’s essay writing and creative writing and grammar and sentence structure and… ohmy! Where to start? Fiction author, homeschool writing curriculum author, and speaker Janie B. Cheaney is here to share her experience as both a writer and teacher. This Homeschool Conversations episode is sure to encourage and equip you as you teach your own children how to write. Find show notes and complete transcript here: https://www.hum...

Sep 19, 202249 min

Keys to a Successful Homeschool Year (with Amber Smith)

Whether you're a new homeschooler just beginning your home education adventure or a veteran homeschooler looking for some encouragement at the beginning of the new homeschool year, this is the episode for you! Amber Smith and I talk about the priority of relationships and family culture, the value of reading aloud and modeling lifelong learning, the importance of setting boundaries and expectations, and more. This is a conversation you'll want to share with your friends after you enjoy it yourse...

Sep 12, 202242 minSeason 6Ep. 2

The Joyful Power of Storytelling for the Homeschool Family (with Jim Weiss)

FREE Storytelling + Art event this Thursday! Click here to join Jim Weiss, "Nana" (Lucia Hames) from ChalkPastel.com, and me for a fabulous fun time ! https://www.chalkpastel.com/folk-tales-with-art/?ref=258 As a child I remember listening to Jim Weiss tell stories via cassette. What a delightful, surreal moment to get to chat with him on the podcast all about the powerful joy of storytelling! Jim shares read aloud tips, valuable insights into why stories are more important now than ever, and ev...

Sep 05, 20221 hr 9 min

Listener Q&A: Homeschool Conversations is BACK with podcast Season 6

My daughter, Emma, joins me as cohost for our second Listener Q&A episode ! Listen in to hear lots of laughter and some teen snark, plus answers to YOUR burning questions. In the extensive show notes over on the blog , I’ll summarize a bit of what we discussed and include links to the resources I mentioned. I know that I usually include a full transcript of each episode, but this is just the way things are working out this time. Thank you for understanding! And don't worry... I already have ...

Aug 29, 202236 minSeason 6Ep. 1

Confessions of a Homeschool Mom: Real Life Homeschooling (with Sara Jordan)

It's the end of the summer audioblog series from Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology! Thanks for hanging out with us this summer. I look forward to rejoining you with our regular season next week. To kick off Season 6, we'll have another Ask Me Anything episode, so send me your questions on anything and everything to Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com by Wednesday, August 24. (Didn't get yours in in time? Send me your question anyway and I'll save it for a future episode!) Today's audio...

Aug 22, 20227 min

3 Tips to Homeschool Multiple Kids (with Kerry Beck)

Balancing the needs of multiple children in our homeschool can be tough, but today's guest has 3 helpful tips for homeschooling multiple kids! To kick off Season 6, we'll have another Ask Me Anything episode , so send me your questions on anything and everything to Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com by Wednesday, August 24. You can also send via Instagram DM @HumilityandDoxology . (Didn't get yours in in time? Send me your question anyway and I'll save it for a future episode!) Would you like a copy of...

Aug 15, 202221 min

Reading, Relationships, and Restfully Homeschooling (with Sarah Mackenzie)

Sarah Mackenzie joins us for this special bonus episode of the Homeschool Conversations podcast! If you’re a book-loving homeschool mom, you probably already know and love Sarah. Her books and podcast are beloved by many, and her encouragement has been an integral part of my own homeschool journey for many years. So it made me absolutely giddy to get to chat with her recently for this special bonus conversation! We talked about how we know if we’re doing enough as homeschool moms, how to fight t...

Aug 11, 202244 min

Awesome Whole Family Benefits of Reading Aloud (with Leah Courtney)

You're going to be reinvigorated to read aloud with your family after listening to today's episode! Today's audioblog guest is Leah Courtney from As We Walk Along the Road. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide 100 Morning Time Poems : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/ Leah Courtney is a wife, mother, and veteran homeschooling mama. She is a former school teacher turned homeschool mo...

Aug 08, 20229 min

How to Set up Immersion Learning Experiences (with Julie Polanco)

Immersion learning can be applicable across many homeschool philosophies. Today's audioblog guest is Julie Polanco from Julie Naturally , and she's here to share tips and ideas for setting up real-life learning experiences in your homeschool. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Julie Polanco is a Master Herbalist, NAHA Level 1 Aromatherapist, author, blogger, speaker, podcaster, and 20 year veteran homes...

Aug 01, 202214 min

5 Reasons You Should Memorize Scripture & 5 Ways to Help You Begin (with Katherine Pittman)

It's not just the kids who need to hide God's Word in their hearts; Mom does, too. Today's audioblog guest is Katherine Pittman from Chronicles of Momia , and she's here to help us do just that! Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Katherine Pittman is wife to Geoffrey, and homeschooling mom of three. She is the creator of Write the Word on my Heart , a Bible Memory curriculum for little ones, and occasio...

Jul 25, 202212 min

Don't Lose Focus as a Parent (with Dianna Wiebe)

Parenting is sometimes the hardest part of homeschooling, isn't it? It's also the most important part. Today's audioblog guest is Dianna Wiebe from Grapevine Studies, and she has some encouraging reminders for us today. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Enjoy a simple, multi-age history plan next year! Get my Textbook-Free History Masterclass to learn how: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/product/te...

Jul 18, 20229 min

Mothers Were Born-- and Still Are-- Persons (with Amy Fischer)

You've probably heard Charlotte Mason's principle that "Children are born persons." But did you know that Mamas are born persons, too? Today's audioblog guest to tell us more is Amy Fischer from Around the Thicket . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Exploring Shakespeare with Children: https://humilityanddoxology.com/exploring-shakespeare-children/ Amy Fischer is a homeschooling mom of three boys. Orig...

Jul 11, 202212 min

Reading Better Together: Make Learning to Read Fun (with Sarah Miller)

Check out today's summer audioblog guest podcast episode and get tips for helping your kids learn (and love) reading. Today's audioblog guest is Sarah Miller from Homeschooling 4 Him . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Sarah Miller lives in Michigan with her husband of 12 years and 2 children, who she has homeschooled since birth. In addition to being a homeschool mom, she is also an educator with over...

Jul 04, 202214 min

Teaching with the Trivium (with Adrienne Freas)

We have special content for you today in the summer audioblog series! Adrienne Freas from the Classical Education Podcast is here to talk about Trivium-Based Instruction. (Hint: It may not be exactly what you think it is...) Adrienne was a previous guest on this podcast. Check out my conversation with Adrienne about Classical Charlotte Mason Education here: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/adrienne-freas/ 100 Morning Time Poems : https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems Would y...

Jun 27, 202221 min

Pelvic Health: pelvic prolapse, diastasis recti, and other common pelvic floor challenges (with Dr. Meghan O'Hara)

⚠ In today’s episode we’re going to be talking about issues surrounding female health, particular pelvic floor dysfunction . If you usually listen to the podcast episode with little ones listening in, I just wanted to give a heads up that we will be discussing anatomy and having a frank conversation. This is probably one to listen to with earbuds. ⚠ It’s a bit of a cultural joke that moms can’t jump or laugh without a little bladder leakage. But it’s actually no laughing matter. Not only that, b...

Jun 21, 20221 hr 9 min

Adding Enchantment to Your Homeschool Through Literature (with Dachelle McVey)

Learn how to bring a little sparkle to your homeschool! Today's audioblog guest is Dachelle McVey from Hide the Chocolate . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Exploring Shakespeare with Children: https://humilityanddoxology.com/exploring-shakespeare-children/ Dachelle is a homeschooling mom of 3 who knows the struggle of getting kids excited to read a book, especially the classics. This is why she creat...

Jun 20, 202214 min

Yearly Homeschool Schedule Options (with Kelly Kotanidis)

Here are some great tips as you think about planning your homeschool schedule! Today's audioblog guest is Kelly Kotanidis from Fearless Homeschool . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Meet Kelly: “Hi, I’m Kelly. I’m a homeschooling mum of five always-homeschooled children and I’m married to my best friend. I started Fearless Homeschool and the yearly Australian Homeschooling Summit way back in 2016 to h...

Jun 13, 202214 min

Encourage Your Child to Think Like a Scientist (with Dr. Kristin Moon)

Encourage your child to THINK like a SCIENTIST! Today's audioblog guest is Dr. Kristin Moon from Kristin Moon Science . Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Dr. Kristin Moon is a scientist who left the lab behind to homeschool her two sons. Now that both boys have graduated from her homeschool and are in college, she is devoting her time to helping others provide a quality science education to their child...

Jun 06, 202215 min

Summer Fun! (with Lisa Nehring)

Get ready for a Summer of Fun! Today's audioblog guest is Lisa Nehring from True North Academy. Grab your spot in the Renew Homeschool Gathering virtual conference here: https://renewgathering.thinkific.com/courses/2022?ref=68285d Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide ? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Lisa Nehring is the founder and director of True North Homeschool Academy , a k-12th grade full service on-line Academy. Their world class t...

May 30, 202212 min

Stories, Truth, and the Reading Life (with Megan Saben)

Megan Saben is associate editor for Redeemed Reader and a homeschool mom of 5. Our conversation was so lovely and encouraging, and I know it’s going to be one you share with friends yourself! We discuss the joys and challenges of homeschooling, how to cultivate a reading life with our children and for ourselves, and the differences between Story and story, Truth and truth. This is the last regular season episode of Season 5! A special audioblog season is coming your way each week this summer, wi...

May 23, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 5Ep. 11

Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers (with Stephanie Sims)

Are you a mama homeschooling in the midst of pregnancy, babies, and toddlers? Do you look around and wonder how to homeschool with all those littles in the mix? My friend Stephanie Sims is right there in the thick of things with you! She has five children 8-years-old and younger, and she brings both practical tips and encouragement in today's chat. It's a conversation you will want to share with your friends for sure! Show notes and full transcript: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/stephanie-...

May 16, 202232 minSeason 5Ep. 10

What about a Gap Year? (with LeAnn Gregory)

Have you wondered if your teen should take a Gap Year after high school? What are the benefits of gap years and are there any disadvantages to a gap year? LeAnn Gregory has written a Gap Year Guide to help parents and teens navigate when, why, and how to take a gap year after high school. She joins us today on the podcast to tell us all about it. If you’re homeschooling a high schooler, or plan to homeschool high school one day, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss! Show notes and full ...

May 02, 202254 minSeason 5Ep. 9

A Place to Belong (with Amber O’Neal Johnston)

Amber O’Neal Johnston is the homeschooling mama behind Heritage Mom Blog, where she shares her passion for “curating an inclusive culturally rich home education where ‘Charlotte Mason wears an afro.'” I have loved following her online for a while, and have even had her on the podcast before to talk about story-formed, wonder-filled homeschooling . But when I found out Amber has a new book coming out, A Place to Belong , I knew it was time for another conversation! So pop in your earbuds or read ...

Apr 25, 202244 min
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