In today's episode, we review the two new movies on Disney+ and Netflix. Chip and Dale Rescue Rangers - https://youtu.be/F4Z0GHWHe60 Seabeast - https://youtu.be/P-E-IGQCsPo Top 25 80's childrens tv intro's - https://youtu.be/dy3RTFFhSYs Moby Dick Audio Read - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7VSI73mTDirUo77od8hREHfIaKv_el2o Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with...
Jul 28, 2022•14 min•Ep. 228
In today's episode, we celebrate our second anniversary of podcasting! Arial and I chat about the last year of episodes. We have 'catch-ups' with some of our interviews. It was a fun and lose episode recapping the year that was. Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick moment please consider leaving a review on iTunes - https://pod...
Jul 25, 2022•59 min•Ep. 227
In today's episode, we talk about the 'store' we've set up on Bookshop! All of our reference books and our touring the world books are listed on a 'shelf'. Take a look! Our Bookshop Shelf - https://bookshop.org/shop/homeschooltogether Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether...
Jul 21, 2022•7 min•Ep. 226
Today on the show we’ll be discussing one of our favorite tools for our homeschool - Canva! This free online desktop publishing platform can help you to create custom manipulatives, books, banners, worksheets, calendars, and more! Free vs. Paid Basics Ideas For Homeschool Homeschool Room Decor Planning/Reporting Online Whiteboard Worksheets Presentations/Projects Gameschooling Home/Co-Op Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the worl...
Jul 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 225
In today's episode, we review the online plant and animal idenification app, Seek. Seek App - https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/seek_app Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoo...
Jul 14, 2022•12 min•Ep. 224
In today's First Year Homeschoolers episode we have Carol, a homeschooling mom of 3 children. Carol is a trained educator who took the leap into homeschooling during the pandemic. This was a fantastic interview filled with a great number of insights and details on managing three small children and acheiving homeschool success. Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Consider Lea...
Jul 11, 2022•48 min•Ep. 223
In this episode we discuss how Matt made a small unit study around trees and plants in our area. This was something he wanted to teach the children and we discuss the details of what he's doing. But, the episode is a larger example of how we can build homemade unit studies, and fold that learning into our lives without it feeling like 'school'. Canva - https://canva.com/ DK Trees, Leaves, Flowers, & Seeds - https://amzn.to/3Rc3kag Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resou...
Jul 07, 2022•16 min•Ep. 222
Well folks, we did it! Over one year ago we started our education journey around the world with our Kindergartner. Today we’ll be discussing the ins and outs of Build Your Library Level 0 and Torchlight Level K. We’ll talk about the curriculums as a combination and separately. We’ll also give you our advice to make your journey a magical time for your learners! Background Our Review Bottom Line Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around t...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 221
In today's episode, we review the online hiking tool, All Trails. We're still bad at hiking, but we're not as bad as we used to be! All Trails - https://www.alltrails.com/ Seattle Summer (Almost Live!...and yes the beach loon was Bill Nye) - https://youtu.be/rsP2LGal0gQ Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: ht...
Jun 30, 2022•16 min•Ep. 220
In today's show, we invite back first-year homeschooling mom, Elise Taylor. Elise has been a teacher in public schools, and private schools, and a tutor. She has great insights and helps us understand how to be better teachers to our children. Follow Elise on her Instagram (@leaveittovegan): https://www.instagram.com/leaveittovegan/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/hom...
Jun 27, 2022•46 min•Ep. 219
In today's episode, we review the early learner reference books, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of... National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of... - https://amzn.to/3aXPCqA Cost: $8-$12 Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.you...
Jun 23, 2022•7 min•Ep. 218
In today's episode, Arial sat down with our 6.5yo and asked her some questions about homeschooling. She's a goofy, funny kid who enjoyed her time in front of the microphone. At the beginning and end of the chat Arial and I discuss her answers and laugh about the last year. This is a light episode that we will do every year, hoping to capture our daughter's feelings as she grows older. Show Notes Bannock Bread - https://anitalianinmykitchen.com/bannock/ First Little Readers Parent Pack - https://...
Jun 20, 2022•36 min•Ep. 217
In today's episode, we review the fun monster book, Monstrous. Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science behind Your Favorite Monsters - https://amzn.to/3HjlZw0 Cost: $19.99 Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook:...
Jun 16, 2022•9 min•Ep. 216
There’s a popular misconception that homeschoolers are antisocial or socially awkward. While there’s little truth to that in our modern homeschooling world, it does take additional effort for us to ensure our children are able to meet and make friends with other kiddos. Today on the show we’ll be talking about our favorite social opportunities for our kids, from co-ops, to scouts, to volunteering and more! Core Educational & Social Opportunities Arts Outdoors Sports Clubs Volunteering Tourin...
Jun 13, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 215
In today's episode, we review the Evan Moor Smart Start: STESM Skill Sharpeners Workbook for Kindergarteners. This is a different book from the STEM book reviewed a few weeks back. We think these books are great for summer schooling and STE(A)M catchup, or mastery. Workbook Review: Evan Moor Smart Start: STEAM - https://amzn.to/3xvIuuz Topic: STEAM Grade Level: K Cost: $9.99 "I told you so" Extra How to Make Christmas Crafts from Empty Toilet Paper Rolls - https://amzn.to/3O4CAWF Touring The Wor...
Jun 09, 2022•21 min•Ep. 214
In today's First Year Homeschoolers episode we have Elise Taylor, a homeschooling mom of 2 children. Elise is a trained teaching professional and has spent a number of years teaching at the K and 1st grade levels, as well as tutoring/teaching gifted children and homeschoolers. She's recently relocated to a new area and Homeschooling was the right fit for her family. We had a great discussion with her about her first year and her hopes for her homeschooling future! Follow Elise on her Instagram (...
Jun 06, 2022•54 min•Ep. 213
In today's episode, we discuss the new Touring The World Europe Resource Guide, and also why it took so long to get it done! Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpod...
Jun 02, 2022•9 min•Ep. 212
In today's episode we talk about our experience with Book 1 (Kindergarten) of Explode the Code. This is a very popular phonics based reading program that we've been using over the last few months. We've talked in the past few podcasts about how we've been using multiple curriculums as a way to drive mastery with respect to reading. Explode the Code has been one of those tools. Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: ...
May 30, 2022•40 min•Ep. 211
In today's episode, we review the Evan Moor Smart Start: STEM Workbook for Kindergarteners. Workbook Review: Evan Moor Smart Start: STEM - https://amzn.to/3sYu4QN Topic: STEM Grade Level: K Cost: $6.99 - 9.99 Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.yout...
May 26, 2022•21 min•Ep. 210
Bring on summer! We're ready for this gloomy, rainy spring in the Pacific Northwest to end and our warm beautiful summer to begin. On today's show we're talking about our summer plans for our learners! ELA Math Handwriting Science BYL/TL finish Harry Potter Unit Study Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick moment please consider ...
May 23, 2022•46 min•Ep. 209
This week on the podcast we're reviewing a game we played recently with some friends. The game is called Tranquility. It's a fast and fun cooperative strategy game with think is perfect for early learners trying to flex their math skills. Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Show Notes Tranquility - https://amzn.to/38CWLfh How to Play - https://youtu.be/Ogph5neI43g Connect wi...
May 19, 2022•12 min•Ep. 208
It’s that time of year when we’re knee deep in planning for summer. Even though we may not follow the traditional school year, summer is a time when there are special opportunities for learning that don’t happen the rest of the year. Today we’re going to discuss some ideas to make this a great (and educational) summer! Homeschooling Through The Summer - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/103 Dive into media library book challenges Camps Try curriculum samples Review and Mastery Push Ahead an...
May 16, 2022•55 min•Ep. 207
In today's episode we invite back this week's homeschool journey's interview, Jessica Weeks, to discuss her experience with the Build Your Library Harry Potter unit study. Arial and Jessica drive this chat with their radiant love of all things Potter, while Matt stares off at the wall and thinks about the books he needs to read next year. Build Your Library Harry Potter Unit Study - https://buildyourlibrary.com/unit-study-harry-potter-sorcerers-stone/ Unofficial 1,000 Magical Herbs and Fungi - h...
May 12, 2022•10 min•Ep. 206
In today's Homeschooling Journeys we have Jessica Weeks, a homeschooling mom of 2 children. Jessica balances her homeschooling with her local parent partnership, shifted spouse work schedules, and working part time herself. This was an inspiring interview full of great ideas and motivation! Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick ...
May 09, 2022•56 min•Ep. 205
In today's episode we talk about a resource we've been using over the last few weeks to great success. We began to implement this after listening to Dr. Tim Rasinski on the Science of Reading podcast. Scholastic Word Ladders (K-1) - https://amzn.to/3vBlTMa Timothy Rasinski - http://www.timrasinski.com/ Dr. Tim on the Science of Reading Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1-04-the-importance-of-fluency-instruction-tim-rasinski/id1483513974?i=1000457953504 Touring The World Resource G...
May 05, 2022•9 min•Ep. 204
Reading aloud is one of the most powerful and meaningful activities that we can do with our children. It’s a time for comfort, discovery, and connection. Today we’ll be delving into the world of reading aloud, exploring the benefits, do’s and don’ts, and how to make it the best time spent each day! Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have ...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 203
This week on the podcast we're reviewing a game we played on a recent vacation (yes, we got time with no children!). The game is called Railroad Ink. It's a fast and fun roll and write game that we think will be in heavy rotation over the next few years. Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Show Notes Railroad Ink - https://amzn.to/3ryJb2Q Board Game Arena - https://en.boardg...
Apr 28, 2022•11 min•Ep. 202
In today's Homeschooling Journeys we have Kayli, a homeschooling mom of 2 gifted children. Kayli's family is a military family so they face their own challenges and uncertainties. It was a fascinating discussion about how they face those challenges and ensure success with their homeschool. Kayli was a great interview, full of ideas and lots of curriculum talk! Love Learning Everyday YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/LoveLearningEveryday/featured Touring The World Resource Guides Check ...
Apr 25, 2022•58 min•Ep. 201
It's episode 200. We've reached a big round number! So we take a moment to thank you, folks! And to check up on where we are in homeschooling :) Touring The World Resource Guides Check out our country resource guides to help you with your around the world journey: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Show Notes Right Start Math All About Reading Math Mammoth Build Your Library Blossom and Root Waldock Way Playing Preschool Torchlight Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/...
Apr 21, 2022•24 min•Ep. 200
One of the best parts of homeschooling is that we don’t need to stick strictly to the core academic subjects. We can incorporate life skills and important lessons that our children might not otherwise get. Today we’ll be discussing ways that we can teach our kids about safety and emergency preparedness. How to Approach Talking to Your Kids About Safety and Emergency Preparedness Safety Emergency Preparedness Resources & Equipment Things to Keep in Mind Show Notes Safety with Strangers - http...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 199
