Hey, Friend! You've got the kids to take care of {and all the millions of things that entails}, friendships to maintain, a dog to walk, lots of activities, a marriage that needs you to pour into it...oh yeah, and you homeschool. And don't forget the housework because you're also a homemaker! Yikes! It can feel so overwhelming at times and housework has you feeling like you are drowning. If only we can figure out how to keep up with it. There are tons of fancy solutions out there, but what we nee...
Mar 17, 2022•26 min
Hey, Friend! Are you curious as to why we left the public school system after enrolling our children? Today, I am sharing these reasons with YOU! Maybe you are thinking about homeschooling and these reasons will confirm what your heart is already saying. Or maybe you already homeschool and hearing another family's reasons will solidify your conviction to continue homeschooling. This way of life has really made a huge impact on everyone in my family and it has truly created a life that we never t...
Mar 15, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Today's question is a loaded one and I am totally here for it! Are you aware of your state's homeschool laws and proposed new legislation? If not, you need to be! Those who have been in the trenches with homeschooling for a while have seen this coming and it might be about time to start sounding the alarms. There are some very tactical steps that you can take to ensure your freedom to homeschool continues for yourself and future generations. I'm going to dive into these practical st...
Mar 14, 2022•15 min
Hey, Friend! Are you feeling the winter blahs right about now? Does it seem like this season will never end? I totally get it and I used to experience feelings of negativity during the winter months. Until...I accepted 3 shifts I had to make in my mind about this time of the year. Ever since then, there has been a strong feeling of contentment that I never experienced before. Today, I am sharing with you those 3 "tricks" so that you can embrace this time of the year too. There is a deep and mean...
Mar 10, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! We're diving a little into that dreaded "s" word in the homeschool realm...socialization. I'm answering a listener question about how to respond to people, what socialization really is, and where homeschoolers can find it. Are you ready to rethink your assumptions about homeschooling and socialization? Let's change our mindset about it and then change everyone else's perception by the way we live. Let's have this conversation! ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get your homeschool to t...
Mar 08, 2022•16 min
Hey, Friend! Let me guess...the days are full: there are school lessons, chores, housework, naps, soccer practice and oh, dinner needs to get on the table each night too. Your days are predictable and yet unpredictable and you want to provide a nourishing meal for your family. But where to start? Today, I am sharing a simple 4 step process to getting a home-cooked meal on the table each night. This are the exact steps I took for all those years with little ones in my home. It offers the beautifu...
Mar 07, 2022•21 min
Hey, Friend! Are you thinking about homeschooling, about to get started, or maybe jumped in and aren't sure if you did the right things when you began? Let's do a quick dive into 7 steps you need to get started on homeschooling today. And this list isn't one you'll find anywhere else. It's not full of homeschool lingo that you've never heard before. But it's what I wish someone had told me 11 years ago. You'll start off way ahead of me when I began and have a solid foundation from the beginning ...
Mar 03, 2022•18 min
Hey, Friend! We've all heard of common core...but should you be doing it as a homeschooler? I'm answering this question today with a little dive into the history and goal of common core. But let's also discuss how to approach teaching a subject, like math, when it's not a subject you feel strong in. Let's cut to the chase and get you feeling more confident in your discussion about using common core in your homeschool. ♥ Leigh I will link to a few resources below to get you started. Understand th...
Mar 01, 2022•13 min
Hey, Friend! Let me guess: your home is full of action, every day, right? There are meals to cook, toys to be played with, lessons to do and somehow the house needs to keep from falling apart. Whether homemaking is something that comes natural to you or not, today I am sharing a few key steps to keeping up with your home. Let's create homes that work FOR us and not us for it. These key steps are simple and ones that you can begin TODAY. ♥ Leigh Episode 7: Why Making Homemaking a Priority Leads t...
Feb 28, 2022•17 min
Hey, Friend! Have you noticed that our culture expects teens to rebel and be awful during their teenage years? Yeah, that's gonna be a hard no for me. We DON'T have to live like the culture and we have the opportunity to pour intentionally into our children in a way that the teen years can be a lot of fun! Today, let's look at 4 steps you can start today that will reap blessings for these teenage years...for you and your teen! ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get your homeschool to the place you ...
Feb 24, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Are you trying to choose curriculum and feeling overwhelmed by it all? I'm answering a listener question today and giving you 3 quick tips to choosing homeschool curriculum. And just as important as choosing what to use is what you do after that order is placed. I'll share why and how to maneuver things after you've made the decision. If you'd like to submit a question for a Quick Tip Tuesday, send me an email at leigh@littlebylittlehomeschool.com I can't wait to hear from you! ♥Lei...
Feb 22, 2022•12 min
Hey, Friend! Homeschool moms tend to chat about all the things we DO in our homeschools, but often, the things we DON'T do are just as important. Are you curious about what a 10+ year homeschooler who has graduated a child does NOT do? Today, I am sharing 6 things that don't happen in our daily and yearly lives as homeschoolers. Come find freedom in the homeschool lifestyle with this list! ♥Leigh Let's work together and get your homeschool to the place you just know it can be. We all can get stu...
Feb 21, 2022•19 min
Hey, Friend! There is so much to do every day, am I right? Homeschooling is a huge priority, but did you know that homemaking is important too? There are 3 areas of our lives that will thrive when we take the time pour into our homemaking. And it doesn't mean we have to have an HGTV or magazine-worthy home {or budget!}. Let's dive into why we, as homeschool moms, need to take time to create a home that we and our family loves. ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get your homeschool to the place you ...
Feb 17, 2022•20 min
Hey, Friend! Let's start a new series: Quick Tip Tuesday! This is when I answer YOUR questions about homeschooling...and anything related to that. Today, I'm diving into how we know that we're doing enough with those extra subjects like art, music, and PE. You know, the ones that are required, but there is no formal curriculum laying around to help us. I am excited to help you brainstorm about how these subjects can work in your home so you and your kids enjoy them. And so that you feel confiden...
Feb 15, 2022•14 min
Hey, Friend! What if I told you there is ONLY one thing you need to begin and to continue homeschooling? Nope. It's not curriculum. And no, it isn't a big budget or fancy manipulatives. Just one simple thing that will act as your foundation and anchor in all the years of homeschooling ahead. And it doesn't cost a thing. Sound too good to be true? I promise that it's not. Let's dive into that one thing, so you can homeschool with the right perspective. ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get your hom...
Feb 14, 2022•20 min
Hey, Friend! Do you find yourself lacking energy? There is just so much to accomplish every day and we often find ourselves dragging throughout each day. Most homeschool moms assume it has to be this way. But what if a lack of energy doesn't have to be normal for YOU? What if you could walk into each day with a good attitude and a smile on your face? Sound too good to be true? Well, let's discuss 3 simple hacks that you can easily start today that will get you feeling good about each day...and h...
Feb 10, 2022•18 min
Hey, Friend! Are you struggling with establishing a homeschool routine that works for YOUR family? I've been there, but when I took the time to answer a few key questions, we were on our way to a predictable routine. One that lessened the crazy chaotic times and that helped my children AND I enjoy each day. And right there: this is key! We are meant to feel joyful in our days. And a routine will get you there! Ready for a few rapid fire questions? And in 5 minutes you'll have the best direction ...
Feb 07, 2022•19 min
Hey, Friend! Today's episode is tackling that feeling of being overwhelmed. It's one of those things that often creeps in unexpectedly and bam! you're about to crack...or you already did! But it doesn't have to be like that. There is another way...one that means walking in peace and contentment each day. It's going to take getting honest with yourself, but it will 100% be worth it. These years of homeschooling can bring so much joy...but first, the overwhelmed feeling needs to be ditched. Learn ...
Feb 07, 2022•20 min
Hey, Friend! Eek! Here we are. Let's do this and talk all the things about homeschool, motherhood, and homemaking! I cannot wait to dive in deep with you. Let's connect soon, okay?! I want to hear from you...share your struggles and your wins. Join me over in my private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get your homeschool to the place you just know it can be. We all can get stuck and not know what to do, how to adjust, o...
Feb 01, 2022•19 min
Homeschool Lifestyle * Coaching * Motherhood * Parenting * Homemaking Do you wish you could feel confident in your homeschool decisions? Are you concerned that you aren’t doing it right? Do you wish you could get answers to all your homeschooling questions? Are you struggling to balance all your roles in this season of life? In this podcast, you will find tactical and realistic solutions to set you free from the concerns and stress of whether you are doing the right things. My mission is to equi...
Feb 01, 2022•2 min
