Called To Homeschool

How much homeschooling is actually enough?
If your days feel long, overwhelming, or like you’re not doing enough—this episode will give you clarity and peace.
We’ll talk about:
How the amount of school changes as your child grows
Why homeschool takes far less time than you think
The 4 stages of learning and what matters most in each phase
Simple guidelines for how much structured learning you really need
And a reminder that “school” doesn’t have to look like worksheets at the table—it can happen through reading, real life, and being together.
There’s no magic number.
You don’t need to do more—you need to do what matters.

If your homeschool days feel rushed… repetitive… or just a little “bleh,” you are not alone.In this episode, I’m answering a question from a homeschool mom of five who is feeling the weight of doing all the things—morning baskets, independent work, piano, toddlers, and everything in between—and wondering how to slow down and actually enjoy it again.We talk about:Why your homeschool might feel rushed (and it’s not what you think)The hidden role of worry and overwhelmHow to slow down without falling behindSimple ways to add variety when things feel monotonousAnd how to prevent burnout before it startsI also share a powerful mindset shift that will help you move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling more calm, confident, and in control of your days.Because the goal isn’t to rush through your homeschool…It’s to build a life with your kids.

Math can feel overwhelming—for you and your kids.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re explaining the same thing over and over and it’s just not sticking, you’re not alone.
In this episode, I’m sharing a simpler, more effective way to approach math—one that helps your kids actually understand it and even enjoy it.
I also answer a listener question about teaching math in the early years and share what I’ve used with my own kids—from games and flashcards to books and curriculum options.
If math has felt hard in your home, this episode will help you rethink your approach and make it more enjoyable for everyone.

Are you helping your kids… or accidentally keeping them dependent?
In this episode, we talk about a common parenting mistake that many well-meaning parents make—and how it can hold kids back from real independence.
You’ll learn:
Why independence comes from skills, not age

The tension between giving too much freedom vs. not enough

A simple shift to help your kids grow in responsibility

Because the goal isn’t just raising kids who behave…
👉 It’s raising adults who are capable and ready for real life.
🎓 Want help applying this? Join my live class, Levels of Liberty🗓 April 16 | 7 PM MT🎥 Replay included
Register: www.coachmegthomas.com

Meet Mandy Davis from @homebuilteducation She is a former teacher and principal turned homeschooler.
She has such a fascinating perspective of the public education model and homeschooling.
I was excited to interview her and find out why she left, and why she thinks other people are leaving too.
She talks about her struggles in homeschooling, socializing, and how can homeschoolers get into college.
She also shared about her new book, The Homeschool Bible. The book is a roadmap to guide you through the real questions that show up in every season of homeschooling.
You'll find: legal steps, curriculum overviews, daily rhythms, and so much more.