Called To Homeschool

Wondering if your homeschooler is “on grade level”?
In this episode, I answer a listener who recently pulled her 10-year-old twins out of public school and is wondering where in the world to start. Do you give placement tests? Look for learning gaps? Choose curriculum based on their age? Or, as she hilariously asks, just “wing it like a hippie”?
We’re talking about how to figure out what your child actually needs without getting caught up in arbitrary grade levels, why I sometimes intentionally choose easier curriculum, and what to do when learning gets frustrating.
I’ll also share my biggest advice for families transitioning out of public school.
You're not going to want to miss this one!

Am I teaching enough? It's one of the most common questions homeschool parents ask—and one that can quickly lead to second-guessing, overwhelm, and comparison. In this episode, I answer a listener's question about whether she's covering enough subjects, how to know what's truly important, and why learning to trust yourself may be one of the greatest gifts you can give your homeschool.

Have you ever wondered what homeschoolers mean when they talk about "living books"?

In this episode, I'll explain what living books are, why Charlotte Mason believed they were so important, and how they've completely changed the way I think about education.

I'll also share some of my favorite historical fiction and nonfiction living books to help you get started and hopefully inspire your own love of history and lifelong learning.

Curious what our homeschool year will look like?
In this episode, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at exactly how we're planning our 2026–2027 homeschool year.
If you're looking for ideas, encouragement, or just want to see what works for our family, you won't want to miss this episode!

Have you ever found yourself second-guessing your homeschool because of someone else's opinion? Maybe a family member questions your decision, your child mentions wanting to go to school, or another homeschool family decides to enroll their kids in public school. Suddenly, you're wondering if you're doing the right thing.
In this episode, I'm sharing how to build real confidence as a homeschool parent, respond to criticism without losing your peace, help your children develop meaningful friendships, and stay rooted in your family's values—even when others question your choice to homeschool.