make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
In the context of promoting joy, fun and an environment of love, Bonnie welcomes you! Bonnie is a homeschool mom of seven kids, 32 years in - writer, speaker and cheerleader. Meet her cohosts who bring your questions and theirs to the table: Elizabeth, mom of six, in the thick of glorious family life, and Christina, just starting the homeschool journey with three littles. Join us for some honest discussion about how to make home education cozy. Just like you imagined.
make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
keeping homeschooling fresh for the long game
Sheila, a veteran homeschooling mother from Arizona, shares her experience with burnout and the challenges of homeschooling children with a large age gap. We touch on mothering teens and keeping the connection as they become adults.
soundbites:
- "It's a beautiful thing that you're doing."
- "Nobody prepares us for what it's going to be like to have adult children and our role in that."
- "Implementing mentorship for older homeschooling moms could be a wonderful way to share knowledge and support."
Navigating Burnout and Connection in Homeschooling
Finding Mentorship and Support in Homeschooling
The Importance of Self-Care for Homeschooling Parents
Creating Engaging Activities for Homeschooling
Engaging Children in Learning Through Animals
Investing in Educational Resources: Microscopes and Gardening
Exploring the 4-H Program
Maintaining Connection with Teens While Attending to Younger Children
Challenges of Parenting Adult Children
Brilliant Beaver Guidebook - Audio VersionEngage kids aged 6-9 with fun, screen-free activities from the world of scouting
Contact
- On Instagram at @make.joy.normal
- By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com
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