EP226: "Falling behind" might be the most common worry among homeschooling parents, but it's based on a misunderstanding of how learning works. When we measure ourselves against arbitrary timelines and standardized expectations, we miss the beautiful truth that homeschooling allows us to follow our children's natural development.The Waldorf approach offers remarkable wisdom here through its spiral curriculum ~ a thoughtful progression where subjects unfold with increasing complexity as children mature. Listen in for three steps to take when you feel behind in your homeschooling.Ready for a fresh perspective? Join our Summer Reset inside the Inspired at Home community, where we'll reflect on your homeschooling journey and create space for both planning and summer fun. Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode226/Join the Inspired at Home Community to join in for The Summer ResetGet the Waldorf Homeschool Starter Kit hereSend 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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Embracing the Freedom of Homeschooling
EP225: Freedom thrives within structure and simplicity, not rigidity. This is a powerful truth that I've learned on my journey to embrace the freedom of homeschooling. In this episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast, you'll hear my thoughts about the precious opportunity that homeschoolers have to truly see and respond to the children before us, customizing learning experiences without the constraints of external requirements that stifle creativity and individualized approaches.After years of teaching in public schools, private institutions, and even working to establish Waldorf schools, I've discovered that homeschooling is truly a place of educational freedom. Learn how to embrace this freedom and simplify your homeschooling so you can teach and lead with intention and love. Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode225/Join the Inspired at Home CommunityGet the Waldorf Homeschool Starter Kit hereSend 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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Simplifying Your Curriculum to Work For Your Family
EP224: Welcome to the Art of Homeschooling podcast! Today I’m addressing a common homeschooling question about simplifying your curriculum to work for YOUR family.If you’re feeling lost, behind, or overwhelmed…you are not alone.In this episode, I share three super helpful shifts that can transform how you approach planning and implementing lessons for Waldorf-inspired homeschooling.Create a more joyful and sustainable homeschooling experience by approaching your curriculum like a beautiful buffet, focusing on the big picture rather than the daily details, and planning in blocks to craft a more natural learning rhythm.Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode224/Join the Inspired at Home CommunityGet the Waldorf Homeschool Starter Kit hereSend 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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Sharing Poetry with Children
EP223: Sharing poetry with children captivates their imaginations, builds connections and empathy, and fosters language development necessary for literacy. In honor of National Poetry Month and Poem in Your Pocket Day, I bring you this episode all about the lively art of poetry. Listen in for ideas about collecting poetry, writing found poems, sharing seasonal poetry with your children, using poetry related to your current topic of study or main lesson block, and studying individual poets. Sharing poetry with children is an inspiring way to weave the lively arts into your homeschooling, and so simple, too! Hope you enjoy this episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast!Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode223/Join the Inspired at Home CommunityCome to the Taproot Teacher TrainingSend 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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It's Never One Size Fits All
EP222: Ever feel like if you could just find the right curriculum, everything would fall into place? You're not alone! In this episode of the Art of Homeschooling Podcast, I'm diving into why it's never one size fits all, especially when it comes to curriculum.I’ll share why Waldorf education was never meant to be about following a script, and why the magic happens when we focus on the children in front of us, not just the tasks in front of them.Whether you’re someone who loves structure or you’re ready to DIY your lessons from scratch, I’ll help you see that you are the most important part of the process ~ not the curriculum. So if you've ever felt overwhelmed, boxed in, or just plain tired of trying to make someone else’s plan work for your unique family, this episode is for you.Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode222/Join the Inspired at Home CommunityCome to the Taproot Teacher TrainingSend 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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