The Triangle Homeschool Resources Podcast

Do you feel like you need to give up homeschooling? Like you're just failing and you'll never get where you wanted to by the end of the year?DON'T give up! The February slump is A THING! Let me share my story of what that slump used to look like in our homeschool, and give you some tips on how you can get through it now, and plan for it in the future!NOTES:Find the podcast archives at: http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/podcastLearn more about the curriculum I used that got us through a hard year of life: https://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/homeschooling-helps/best-year-homeschooling/More tips for a homeschool reset: https://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/podcasts/006-before-you-quit-homeschooling-reset/Try a Penny Date for a change of pace: https://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/field-trips/homeschool-penny-date/**************************************************************Want to LOVE your curriculum?Get your Expert's Guide To Choosing Homeschool Curriculum here: http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/lovethebooksMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Living Life and Learning In Your Kitchen!Julie Trujillo shares with us how she came to naturally start incorporating many subjects into the time she was spending in the kitchen with her family. That time you are spending creating meals in the kitchen is ripe with learning opportunities! Julie gives us great pointers on finding educational value beyond just doubling recipes and stacking measuring cups!This episode of The Triangle Homeschool Resources Podcast is sponsored by ParentSurvivalResources.comVisit now and sign up for your FREE Parents' Pandemic Survival Guide! Links from the episode:Julie's website: WhiskingApplesInterested in Minimalism? Check out a previous episode of the podcast and be inspired to use the kitchen efficiently as part of a more minimal and peaceful homeschool experience!Visit https://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/012 to sign up for a free download from Julie with 20 ideas to use in your kitchen that teach and reinforce concepts to enhance your child’s learning!Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

What does your teen want to be when they grow up? Do you struggle with being parent, teacher, AND guidance counselor? Sometimes getting some outside help makes all the difference. Listen in as Amanda Chamberlain and I talk about helping your child find what really gets them excited about their future! Information and Links from the episodeMeet Amanda Chamberlain of Pathways Consulting!Amanda graduated from college with honors, got her diploma and had absolutely no idea what she was going to do next. After a few years of poverty, she wised up and went back to grad school to get her master’s degree in career counseling. She's spent most of her career teaching and guiding students in high school and college settings. Her focus is helping students AND their families map out a plan for career success. Amanda's passion is helping students make intentional choices that will lead them to successful and fulfilling careers.Find free resources for helping your teen explore career pathways on Amanda's website: https://www.pathwaystoexplore.com/resourcesCheck out the Pathways to Explore Classes Amanda offers online!Have a teen that wants to sell on Etsy or Ebay? Or maybe they want to start their own podcast for profit? Sign up for Homeschool with Moxie classes!Share the shortcut to this episode: http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/011/Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Much of the world is struggling to manage education at home right now as the Coronavirus continues to disrupt business as usual. Just how do you work from home while homeschooling? Julie Mendez of WorkingWhileHomeschooling.com shares her secrets from years of experience doing just that! Links from the episode:Download my planning pagesTry the chore planner at MotivatedMoms.com (Use our exclusive code THRC to save on your first year's subscription!)Working While Homeschooling WebsiteWorking While Homeschooling PodcastRegister today for the Working While Homeschooling Info Session coming up on April 15th!For our top 10 tips from this episode, visit http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/010/Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Welcome to the second in our podcast series about different homeschooling styles! In this episode, I talk with Jen Duncan of LifeBeyondTheLessonPlan.com to break down just how we find the right mix of styles to make "eclectic" work in our homeschools. Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Welcome to the second in our podcast series about different homeschooling styles! In this episode, I talk with Julie Polanco of Julie Naturally about what unschooling is - and, more importantly, what it ISN'T! Hint: Unschooling is actually hard work! For all of the resources and links mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes athttp://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/008/Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Welcome to the first in our podcast series about different homeschooling styles! In this episode, I talk with Lisa Nehring of True North Homeschool Academy about what classical homeschooling can look like. Do you have to go all-in? And is it all about the memory work? For whom might this education style be a good fit? Listen in for answers to these questions and some amazing resources Lisa had to share with us! For all of the resources and links mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes athttp://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/007/Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Feel like you're spinning your wheels? Or burnt out on homeschooling? Maybe life happened and now you're off-track and not sure where you're headed.You need to hit your homeschool reset button before you quit! In this episode, I'll take you through the 5-step process to getting a fresh REstart in your home education journey.Get the links and notes at http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/006/Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Get hands-on with art, history, and more!We all know the value of teaching history, and study after study has shown that art education is good for kids' overall learning, but we never seem to get the time and materials for those projects.Listen in as Penny Mayes (Take Time for Art) and I discuss why it's so important to take time for those hands-on experiences! Not only will you create cherished homeschool memories, but your kids will make learning connections in reasoning, logic and problem-solving!We had a great time discussing everything from catapults to coloring pages! We hope you enjoy and learn along with us!**NOTE: During the conversation, Penny and I chat about using her art packs for high school credit. We mistakenly say there are 15 hours involved, but actually each art pack is about 30 hours of work, which is generally equivalent to .25 high school elective credit.ALSO, the document that I asked Penny about that correlates some of the popular history curriculums to her art packs is usually only available at in-person events like conventions and conference, but Take Time for Art has generously shared that with our listeners! If you're interested in finding out if your curriculum is on the list, visit The Triangle Homeschool Resource Center website, podcast episode 5 for that download!All links (and the download) mentioned in this episode can be found at:http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/005Thank you, and happy homeschooling!Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Are you giving your kids the tools to manage their money? Or do they think you have an evergreen money tree? Hear about the course that one local mom invented to teach her kids about money in real-life situations. Charla McKinley of Beyond Personal Finance also shares her best tips about what we can do today to start giving our children a real sense of power over their finances.**Get a special download of tips and resources from Charla by visiting our show notes at http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/004/Find Charla's website at BPFClass.comSamples of the curriculum: https://bpfclass.com/see-for-yourselfSign up for the class online or in person: https://bpfclass.com/online-%26-local-classes Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

Are you feeling overwhelmed and like you just aren't doing enough?! Zara Fagen, PhD, author of Minimalist Homeschooling, has words of encouragement for you! If you identify your priorities and focus on the things that really matter to your family, you will make better use of your time, energy and resources. Minimalism in homeschooling isn't about getting rid of all of your curriculum and art supplies; it means getting rid of the "shoulds" and comparisons that clutter our minds and hearts so that we can help our kids be who they are meant to be.Download this episode and share it with your friends!More notes and links can be found at http://www.trianglehomeschoolresources.com/003Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

What ages are you homeschooling?Whether you're working with kids in the elementary ages, middle school or high school, we have some tips to help you through that stage!Jennifer Knick (The Organized Homeschooler), Vanessa Wright (Wright at Homeschool) and I agree that for every stage, the keyword is FLEXIBILITY!To chat with our future guests LIVE, join The Triangle Homeschool Resource Village!For more information about the Carolina Homeschool Conference, visit the website and buy tickets: http://www.carolinahomeschoolconference.comSupport the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)

The Triangle Homeschool Resources podcast aims to inform and inspire homeschool families in the Raleigh-Durham area with guest speakers, curriculum information, and tips and tricks for the home education journey.Meet the host, Laina Yeisley, and listen to find out what to expect from future episodes.If you'd like to have the opportunity to tune in LIVE to the recording sessions with guest speakers, join The Triangle Homeschool Resource Village.Get all the articles and news at The Triangle Homeschool Resource Center website.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (http://trianglehomeschoolresources.com/village)