EP239: In this episode, Jean shares a simple way to craft age-appropriate homeschool lessons by pairing story-rich content with a focused skill goal, all within a spiral model of learning that lowers pressure and builds depth. Practical steps, planning tools, and holiday tweaks help you simplify and stay connected.Here's what we're talking about:• DAP as a lens for child-centered teaching• Content versus skills and why it matters• Story-first lessons that anchor meaning• Spiral learning across three-year cycles• Three-step block planning workflow• Light planning with templates and reflection• Holiday rhythm with shorter, cozier blocks• Membership support for seasonal simplicityUse the coupon code COLORFULPLANS to get 50% off The Holistic Planning Pack just for listening to this episode today. 😉Join the Inspired at Home community https://artofhomeschooling.com/inspiredathome Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode239/Send Jean a text message.Support the showThanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art.of.homeschooling/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofhomeschoolingwithjeanWebsite https://artofhomeschooling.com
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Teach Your Child, Not a Grade
EP238: This episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast was created to encourage you as a homeschooling parent to teach your child, not a grade.For some homeschoolers, starting a new grade each fall is part of their yearly rhythm. For others, sometimes it's hard to even assign a grade to their child. Either way, your child's learning doesn't just happen magically in tidy grade-level packages. Rather, it happens along a path that sometimes spirals backwards or follows detours or even skips ahead.When we teach the child in front of us rather than a grade level or curriculum package, we honor the child's learning journey. Children learn best when they can take confident steps on the path to learning while feeling a calm sense of connection.The holistic, natural approach of Waldorf homeschooling truly shines in this way and supports each child's unique development.Teaching your child, not a grade, is a subtle mindset shift that can make all the difference!If you would like more guidance on bringing this kind of flexible, child-focused rhythm to your homeschool, come join me inside the Inspired at Home community where you'll find monthly masterclasses, coaching calls with me, and a warm community to remind you you're not alone on this journey and to help you customize whatever curriculum you have.Join the Inspired at Home community https://artofhomeschooling.com/inspiredathome Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode238/Send Jean a text message.Support the showThanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art.of.homeschooling/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofhomeschoolingwithjeanWebsite https://artofhomeschooling.com
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The WHEN vs. the WHAT of Homeschool Planning
EP237: Ever penciled “mental math" for next Tuesday and that morning, realized you had no idea what problems to use? This conversation digs into the quiet reason homeschool plans stall: we schedule the when and skip deciding the what. In this episode, Jean shares how a few concrete choices ~ specific words, page numbers, prompts, and simple activities ~ turn a hopeful calendar into lessons that actually happen.You’ll hear why observation and preparation matter, how to be decisive without overplanning, and ways to lean on open‑and‑go resources or repurpose trusted favorites when energy is low. Most importantly, we show how small starts create momentum, momentum builds rhythm, and rhythm grows confidence for both you and your child.Homeschool planning is a living and breathing process. For more support, our Inspired at Home community offers masterclasses, a searchable forum, and weekly coaching calls to help you build content that fits your child.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a quick review to help more homeschoolers find us. Join the Inspired at Home community https://artofhomeschooling.com/inspiredathome Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode237/Send Jean a text message.Support the showThanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art.of.homeschooling/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofhomeschoolingwithjeanWebsite https://artofhomeschooling.com
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Affirmations to Ease Your Back-to-Homeschool Season
EP236: Ease into your homeschool year with affirmations to calm your mind and ground your rhythm. 🌿 In this episode of the Art of Homeschooling Podcast, Jean shares uplifting affirmations for homeschooling parents that bring more confidence, peace, and connection to your days. Perfect for Waldorf inspired homeschoolers ~ or anyone wanting to start the back-to-homeschool season with more presence, simplicity, and joy. ✨ Join the Inspired at Home community https://artofhomeschooling.com/inspiredathome Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode236/Send Jean a text message.Support the showThanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art.of.homeschooling/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofhomeschoolingwithjeanWebsite https://artofhomeschooling.com
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When Simple is Enough in Your Homeschool
EP235: As a new homeschool year begins, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the lessons, subjects, and plans we think we need to start right away. But what if “enough” looks much simpler than we imagine? In this episode, Jean shares why starting with self-care ~ and then layering in activities gradually ~ creates a calmer, steadier rhythm for both you and your children. Discover how to celebrate small wins, embrace simplicity, and begin your year with confidence and peace.🌿Join the Inspired at Home community https://artofhomeschooling.com/inspiredathome Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode235/Send Jean a text message.Support the showThanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art.of.homeschooling/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofhomeschoolingwithjeanWebsite https://artofhomeschooling.com
Join Jean Miller, a homeschooling mom of three grown children, for enlightening stories, strategies, interviews, and encouragement to help you thrive as a homeschooling parent. In each episode, Jean helps you let go of the overwhelm and get in touch with inspiration. You CAN create a homeschool life you love. And here on this podcast, we keep it sweet and simple to help you develop the confidence you need to make homeschooling work for your family. Look for new episodes every Monday.
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