Raise the next generation of innovators by cultivating curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through nature study, modern geography, and principles from popular homeschooling philosophies.
An Interview with Milin Chandler about traveling with kids and an exploration of the homeschool philosophy of world schooling. Full show notes at: https://hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast
In this episode, I talk about what is working in my school year so far and what is not. I talk about our winning homeschool schedule organization, the curriculum we are enjoying or have dropped, habits that have had the biggest impact, and an update on my health journey. She full show notes at hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast Link to meditation cards: Little RenegadesLink to Pimsleur Langage Learning: PimsleurLink to Logic of English: Logic of EnglishLink to Beast Academy: Beast Academy
This episode spills the tea on why I shut my shop down last fall and how I learned the tao of homeschooling. It is probably the most vulnerable thing I've posted but I decided to do it because of the peace I've found through this process for full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com/podcast.
The Love of learning episode discusses what can spark or stamp out our natural inborn curiosity, how to cultivate a love of learning in our children, what subjects are best suited to this task, multiple intelligences, and how a love of learning can help a child find their purpose. For show notes check out hatching curiosity.com
In this episode, we talk about how moral development is a key component of education. Six key character traits of learners, habit training, and building relationships. For full show notes visit hatchingcuriosity.comIn this episode, I mention "The Book of Virtues" by William J. Bennett
Welcome to the Defining Education Series. In the first episode "Key Skills of Learning" we talk about how I am going to break down education from Classical, Charlotte Mason, and Montessori into bite-size chunks and take a look at what Education is. In this first episode, I'll address how reading, writing, and math are the KEY skills of learning upon which all other learning hangs and some other concrete skills that can elevate your child's education.For links to curriculums mentioned in this episode and a full transcript see the show notes at:hatchingcuriosity.com
Art, Music, Handicrafts. Field trips, Traditions, and Morning baskets. These are the things that add joy, fulfillment, and laughter to your home education journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Savor the time you have together and carve out time to connect. Try poetry tea time, studying the masters, nature study, and adding your spiritual practice as an integral part of your day. Learn about the brain benefits of classical music, nature study, and how boys connect best when they have a lot on their minds.For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Discover your power to set the tone in your home, the difference between self-care and self-indulgence, and why taking care of yourself is vital. As well as the power of nurturing friendships and community as you head into your homeschool journey. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.comTake the podcast survey here.
In this episode, we tackle some of the hard parts of homeschooling. How to address overwhelm, feelings of inadequacy, fear of judgment, and what to do about socialization. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.comTake the podcast survey here.
In this episode, we tackle organizing your time, materials, space, and expectations. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com
This episode is all about how you spend your time. Prioritize what is most important and plan for your school year, week, and day. For full show notes check out hatchingcuriosity.com.
Let's dive a little deeper into choosing curriculum. In this episode, we talk about how a curriculum is a tool, not a master, how to choose good books, and other considerations when chosing a curriculum. (Things like pricing, pacing, screentime, and accountability) We point you in the direction of book lists and reviews and assure you that you DON'T need to worry about gaps in your childs education. For full show notes including links to the video mentioned in this episode and our personal recommendations check out hatchingcuriosity.com.
In this episode, we will cover key terms you'll come across when shopping for a home school curriculum, a quick overview of popular homeschooling philosophies, and define common teaching methods so you can shop with confidence. Follow along making notes and circling philosophies learn more about and key terms that appeal to you with a worksheet guide found at hatchingcuriosity.com/blog/starthomeschooling.
For those who have older kids and are wondering how it works with diplomas, GEDs, College Admission, Dual Enrollment, and teaching math you never mastered your self this episode is for you!
Want to homeschool but don't know where to start? Start here! In this series, we are going to break down what you need to do to start homeschooling into actionable steps. Starting with this episode where you will learn: What is required in your state, Why knowing your "why" is so important, Funding and support programs available, and how homeschooling during COVID looks a little different than a typical homeschool experience.Download a worksheet to take notes as you listen at: hatchingcuriosity.com/blog/starthomeschooling
The importance of living intentionally has led me to change the way I do the podcast. Going forward I will be producing new podcast episodes in series. Subscribe on your podcast app, at hatchingcuriosity.com or on Instagram @hatchigncuriosity to learn when new podcasts series are released. In this episode, we also look at opportunity costs and serving the new to homeschool families this fall.
In this episode, we cover innovation drawn from biomimicry, hands-on natures study, the value of time spent outdoors, natural inquiry, and deep dives- lingering on a nature study subject for a while. As well as a list of ideas for exploring subjects perfect for a summer nature study. For more nature study resources check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Summer Break is here! So what are you going to do with it? After the success bbq and a few days to unwind, we take a look at how to spend our summer intentionally and make the most of the 3-month break.First, we tackle different ways to schedule your school year in the first place then I suggest 7 different summer school styles that let you capitalize on the unique advantages of this sunny season.For full show notes and an outline of this episodes (because honestly, I went rogue here a bit lol) check out hatchingcuriosity.com
Discover the Power of Story in an interview with Stephanie Price from Lightscameramovie.com. We peel back the layers on story discussing how it can make children more intelligent, empathetic, and creative. Tools for boosting creativity to help with writing and the proper place for visual media in the home. For full show notes see hatchingcuriosity.com
Explore the importance of writing in family record-keeping, mental benefits for education, and how to improve your child's writing ability with oral narration. With concepts pulled from Charlotte Mason, Maria Montessori, and neuroscience we take a deeper look at writing things down.For full show notes and links to the books and articles mentioned in this episode check out hatchingcuriosity.com
In episode 15, I discuss why geography is still relevant today and outline how I do geography in my homeschool drawing mainly from the Montessori Method but also from Charlotte Mason. For full show notes and a transcript of the podcast see hatchingcuriosity.com
This episode is packed with great info! There are tons of ideas for nature study in the spring, discuss many benefits of gardening and handicrafts and throw out a nature study challenge. For full show notes see hatchingcuriosity.com
This special episode is for those who are not typically homeschoolers and are doing it out of necessity. I touch on key habits that will make the transition go smoothly for you and some of the lovely little perks us full-time homeschoolers enjoy that you can tap into as you dive in out of necessity. If you are a usual listener share this with friends who may be sticking their toe into homeschooling as a way to welcome them into our community and help inspire confidence in their journey!
Let's explore a little further on the topic of compassion and how we can take what we love and make meaningful change in the world!
There is a universal need for compassion that we innately feel. Yet, what holds us back from giving others the grace we would want for ourselves? In this episode, we take a look at overcoming bias to teach compassion in our homes by celebrating diversity. For a transcript of the podcast visit hatchingcuriosity.com
Episode Eleven is about one of my FAVORITE educational principles “Education is an Atmosphere” that comes from the wonderful Charlotte Mason. In this interview, we discuss the power of shared experience through read aloud, the essential nature of family culture, principles of learning space design, and the importance of Scholé. If you haven’t already you NEED to go follow Holly to soak up more of her beautiful insights @homeschoolbydesign and @thefamilylibrary on Instagram. In this episode, we mention two books: In Vital Harmony by Karen Glass which discusses the importance of understanding the principles of education and Summer of the Monkeys by Wilson Rawls a can’t miss summer read-aloud! For full show notes and the extended interview visit hatchingcuriosity.com
The 3rd and final episode in the power of purpose series discusses how to create a family mission statement and motto for your family. See the full show notes at hatchingcuriosity.com
Some things are worth standing for. In this episode the 2nd in the power of purpose series we will discuss how to discover the values that mean the most to you and your family, create a powerful statement of values, and teach those virtues in your home. For full show notes and a transcript of the audio visit hatchingcuriosity.com
The first in the power of purpose series this episode walks you through creating a vision statement for your family to clearly identify where you are headed together with a shared vision for an ideal life.Follow along with a notebook or sign up for the email list at hatchingcuriosity.com for the worksheets that go along with creating your very own family vision statement. It looks like the book mentioned in the podcast is out of print but you can still enjoy the Rise podcast by Rachel Hollis on any podcasting service.For full show notes and transcript see: hatchingcuriosity.com/blog/e8
This episode is all about how to inspire learning in your home.It is my first interview, done with a great friend and mentor Stephanie Harris who has 20 years of experience homeschooling 8 kids and is a witty, insightful beautiful person who gave awesome little nuggets of wisdom for us to enjoy. For the full-length interview visit hatchingcuriosity.com to learn how she got her start with homeschooling and 3 great pieces of advice for new homeschooling families. To learn more about a Thomas Jefferson Education check out the book Leadership Education: The Phases of Learning by Oliver DeMille (affiliate link)
Why do we keep traditions? How does knowing our family history benefit our children? Some insights and ideas on celebrating family this holiday season. *Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded on my phone. (My internet is down so I didn't have the advantage of quality audio/editing.) It's also missing intro and outro music.*Websites mentioned: Ancestry.comFamilysearch.org Check out hatchingcurisoity.com for the full show notes and more details on the cool family ornament project I'm working on this year.
Ways to study Nature besides keeping a nature journal, how to nature study in winter and other topics are covered in the last of a 3-part nature study series. Resources mentioned in the podcast with affiliate links where applicable:“The Story of Maths” BBC Documentary sometimes found on Netflix The apps: Seek, Inaturalist, Starwalk2 (and not mentioned in the podcast but while you are getting nature study apps: AllTrails).Ocean friendly Sunscreen (my kid is allergic to sunscreen so we don’t use it but if you do please watch out for our corals and choose a sunscreen that is ocean safe!)Baffin BootsOaki RainsuitsThe Handbook of Nature Study by Annie Botsford ComstockI make Nature Journals for adults too!Full show notes and transcript found at hatchingcuriosity.com
Discover the #1 tool for nature study, overcome obstacles, and get started in part 2 of a 3-part nature study series. Learn how to Nature study beyond the Journal in part 3 and Why Nature study in part 1. Below are the links (some are affiliate) from the episodeBooks mentioned in the podcast: Outliers by Malcom Gladwell Handbook of Nature Study by Ann Botsford Comstock John Muir Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling by John Muir LawsOther Resources Mentioned:Rediscovering the Forgotten Benefits of Drawing Article by Jennifer Landon Mentioned in the first part of the podcast.Option #1 for Nature journals if you like a blank page: Multimedia Sketch Pad (or any like this for a blank note pad- found at most stores)Option #2 for Nature Journal if you like a little more structure to your open-ended journaling: Complete Nature Journal or Basic Nature Journal (A great place to start with little ones.)Option #3 if you’d like a guided journal to tell you what to look for and how to record it: The Nature Connection: An outdoor workbook for kids, families, and classroomsWriting tools:A pencil is all you need but if you decide to watercolor instead I’d recommend starting with two quality brushes : #10 Round Brush and #6 Round Brush one other tip I picked up from John Muir Laws that I love is using a non-photo blue pencil for your underdrawing because it is easy to erase, doesn’t show like lead pencils and doesn’t interact with the watercolor or colored pencils.Hiking trail app: AllTrailsOutline of Episode:1. You don’t need to be an artist to keep a nature journal2. You can acquire skill through training and practice3. Drawing isn’t the only way to keep a nature journal4. Overcoming little attention spans5. Overcoming “I’m too old for this”6. Overcoming perfectionism7. Overcoming “I’d rather do than write”8. Overcoming “I’m not an artist- I’m a mathematician”9. Getting Started- Materials10. Get outside11. Think like a scientist12. Record observations13. Digg deeper14. Let them wonderFull Transcript available at hatchingcuriosity.com
Why add nature study to your homeschool schedule? Discover over 10 benefits of this habit in part 1 of a 3-part nature study series. Learn how to start in part 2 and nature study beyond the journal in part 3. Full transcript available at hatchingcuriosity.comBooks mentioned in the podcast with Affiliate links: Last Child in the Woods by Robert LouvCharlotte Mason Vol 2 The Outdoor life of Children
Learn a little about cool microorganisms that make life on earth possible and how learning about them relates to homeschooling. Show notes and links:Share this YouTube video with kids to teach them about diatoms: "Diatom Makes Human and All Living Things Alive/ National Geographic"Or "Diatoms: Tiny Factories you can see from Space"Or The Nextflix documentary "One Strange Rock"Check out the book “The Slight Edge” by Jeff Olsen for a great perspective on how small choices can change your life.And join the conversation about one small habit that sets the course of your day or one passion your kids see you have on Instagram @hatching curiosity.Learn more about hatching curiosity at hatchingcuriosity.com
This podcast was created to support homeschool parents as they raise innovators by cultivating curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Learn a bit about where “Hatching Curiosity” comes from, my backstory and teaching philosophy and what will be covered in podcasts to come.Full show notes and podcast transcript available at: hatchingcuriosity.com
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