Episode 50: Compelling Reasons to Homeschool An Only Child

If you’re the parent of an only child, you may be wondering if it’s a good idea to homeschool. Our guest today is the awesome Megan Fassero, whose only child flourished in their homeschool and went on to a great Catholic college. Today we’ll unpack some Compelling Reasons to Homeschool An Only Child.

Find Megan Fassero at Benedictine College’s website:
https://www.benedictine.edu/

References to the Catechism of the Catholic Church:
2373, 2374, 2378

Other episodes featuring Megan Fassero:

How Homeschool Grads Perform in College, with Megan Fassero, Episode 10
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/how-homeschool-grads-perform-in-college/

Insider Tips From the College Admissions Office, with Megan Fassero, Episode 42
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/insider-tips-from-the-college-admissions-office/

Today’s Short Feature:

Books & Blessings with A.J. Cattapan
Topic: Shadow in the Dark, by Antony Barone Kolenc
Find Amy here: http://www.ajcattapan.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor HomeschoolConnections.com

Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host Lisa Mladinich

Episode 49: Suzuki Style Homeschooling For Your Young Children

There are almost as many ways to homeschool as there are homeschooling families! Join us as Kimberly McCrann unpacks Suzuki-Style Homeschooling For Young Children.

Find Kimberly McCrann here: pondhouseschool@aol.com
VIP Pass for Catholic Homeschool Conference
https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/

Shinichi Suzuki, Nurtured by Love: The Classic Approach to Talent Education)

Twinkle Variation A - Mississippi Hot Dog
http://www.viewpure.com/wGlSrU8TaFE?start=0&end=0
PACE: Program for Achieving Character Education
https://www.catholicpace.com/what-is-pace
Dimensions Math by Singapore Math
https://www.singaporemath.com/programs/dimensions-pk-5/
Free “Cultivated Homeschool Planner” digital download
https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/products/cultivated-homeschool-planner-digital-download]
Good Enough is Good Enough, by Colleen Duggan
https://www.avemariapress.com/products/good-enough-is-good-enough
Free Homeschool Curriculum (but you have to buy the books)
http://materamabilis.org/ma/
RC History
https://www.rchistory.com/

Today's short feature:

Curriculum Chaos is Normal with Chantal Howard
Find Chantal Howard here: https://www.chantal-howard.com/ https://www.aromarosary.com/ or  https://www.chantal-howard.com/the-school-of-the-family

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor HomeschoolConnections.com

Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host Lisa Mladinich

Episode 48: Organizing the School Room and the School Year

Is the start of the school year overwhelming for you? Well join the club. It’s a common experience. As exciting as it is to start fresh, each fall, we all need a little help getting organized. Today’s guest, Margaret Gallipeau, is here to share some tips on Organizing the School Room and the School Year!

Additional resource: Cozi Calendar app - https://cozi.com

Contact: Margaret Gallipeau at FindingJoyontheJourney.com

AND findingjoyonthejourney@gmail.com

Good News School Planners: https://rb.gy/viqyhd

Today’s Short Feature:
The Homeschool Housefly, with Celeste Behe
Find Celeste Behe at http://celestebehe.com/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor HomeschoolConnections.com

Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host Lisa Mladinich

Episode 47: How to Succeed at Math in Your Homeschool

Are you—like a lot of homeschooling parents—ready to throw your math curriculum right out the window? Today we’re talking with our guest, Jean Hoeft, about How to Succeed at Math in Your Homeschool.

Contact Jean: Jean.Hoeft.forjesus@gmail.com
Look for Jean at https://www.jeanhoefteducationalservices.com/
The Wow Factor (see archived courses at Homeschool Connections)

Today's Short Feature:
Einstein Blueprint with Dan Louzonis
https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/
Topic: Career Preparation in a Time of Corona Virus

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor HomeschoolConnections.com

Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host Lisa Mladinich