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The podcast that helps you create the homeschool you love for the people you love. Sponsored by Homeschool Connections.
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Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Episode 53: Math is Just Plain Good for You with Marie Siobhan Gallagher
After Would you like a great answer to your child’s question—“Mom! Why do I have to do math?” Our guest today, Marie Siobhan Gallagher, believes Math is Just Plain Good for You! After this episode, you’ll be convinced, too.
Find Marie Siobhan here: mariesiobhangallagher@hotmail.com
Kahn Academy for instant feedback: https://www.khanacademy.org/ ExtraMath.com—not overwhelming: https://xtramath.org/#/home/index
Kumon workbooks/centers (drills): https://kumonbooks.com/
Saxon Math (textbook): https://www.hmhco.com/programs/saxon-math
Teaching Textbooks (videos/online:) http://www.teachingtextbooks.com/
Math U See (manipulatives): https://www.mathusee.com/
Singapore Math: https://www.singaporemath.com/
Math for the Gifted Student: https://amzn.to/3UBTqCO
Mathcounts.org: https://www.mathcounts.org/
Math Olympiad: https://www.moems.org/
Life of Fred Mathematics: https://www.lifeoffred.uniquemath.com/
Today's Short Feature: Celeste Behe The Homeschool Housefly: Topic: Snack Time! http://celestebehe.com/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Episode 52: How Read-Alouds Can Bless Your Family in Times of Suffering with Grace Anne
For most of us, captivating stories have long blessed our homeschools. But did you know that in times of intense suffering, reading aloud to your children can have an amazing impact? Today’s guest is someone I’m extremely proud of, a former student and author, Grace Anne, here to tell us about her new book, “The Winter Elf” and How Read-Alouds Can Bless Your Family in Times of Suffering.
Find Grace Anne and her book here:
Website: TheWinterElf.com
Instagram: @GraceAnneOriginals
Facebook/GraceAnneOriginals
Today’s Short Feature: Dan Louzonis
https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/
https://kidsgetrich.com/book
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Sep 30, 2020
Wednesday Sep 30, 2020
Episode 51: Why Phys-Ed is Important, Even if You and Your Kids Are NOT Athletic with Dr. Kerrie Berends
Creating a physical education program for our children is more than just sending them out to play. Today, it’s my joy to talk with Dr. Kerrie Berends, who will tell us Why Phys-Ed is Important, Even if You and Your Kids Are NOT Athletic!
Find Dr. Berends here: https://homeschoolconnections.com/instructors/kerrie-berends/
Dr. Berends teaches the following courses at Homeschool Connections:
-- High School Health: Personal Fitness
-- High School Health: Nutrition
-- Sports and Recreation for Everyone
-- American Sign Language (ASL)
Other resources recommended by Dr. Berends:
P.E. Central: https://www.pecentral.org/
ACSM: Complete Guide to Fitness and Health: https://www.acsm.org/read-research/books/acsm-complete-guide-fitness-health
Teaching With the Brain in Mind, by Eric Jensen: https://amzn.to/49b5Shf
[No short feature today]
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Sep 23, 2020
Wednesday Sep 23, 2020
Episode 50: Compelling Reasons to Homeschool An Only Child with Megan Fassero
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.
Benedictine College: 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 is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Episode 49: Suzuki Style Homeschooling For Your Young Children with Kimberly McCrann
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
Catholic Homeschool Conference:
https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/
Shinichi Suzuki, Nurtured by Love: The Classic Approach to Talent Education, https://amzn.to/3OCErVr
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 is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
Episode 48: Organizing the School Room and the School Year with Margaret Gallipeau
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
H = Hours
O = Objectives
M = Materials
E = Environment
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 is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Episode 47: How to Succeed at Math in Your Homeschool with Jean Hoeft
Are you—like many 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://homeschoolconnections.com/instructors/jean-hoeft/
The Wow Factor and other great online math courses at Homeschool Connections: https://homeschoolconnections.com/course-finder/
Today's Short Feature:
Einstein Blueprint with Dan Louzonis
https://www.einsteinblueprint.com/
Topic: Career Preparation in a Time of Coronavirus
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Episode 46: Fatherhood and Ministry in Homeschooling, with Charbel Raish
When I think of people running life-changing ministries that impact the souls of countless people around the world, I figure they probably don’t have time for anything else. Well, today’s guest, Charbel Raish, is here to talk about Fatherhood and Ministry in Homeschooling. Join us!
Find Charbel Raish here: https://www.parousiamedia.com/
Join the Spiritual Rosary virtual pilgrimage here: https://www.parousiamedia.com/the-spiritual-rosary-pilgrimage/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Episode 45: Homeschooling 101—Part Two with Maureen Wittmann
Today, we’re continuing our discussion of the basics you need to get your homeschool started. In part two of our discussion, we’ll talk about resources for doing this well, having the right mindset, and getting your children involved in the process. Maureen Wittmann is with us again for Part Two of Homeschooling 101!
Find Maureen at Homeschool Connections Directors.
- How to Be An Excellent Student and Get an A, https://tinyurl.com/studyskillshsc
- Catholic Homeschool Conference https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/
- Discovering You Homeschool Style Quiz: https://homeschoolon.com/the-homeschool-style-quiz/
- Discover Your Child’s Learning Style, https://cathyduffyreviews.com/homeschool-extras/parent-helps-and-how-to-books/general-parent-helps/discover-your-childs-learning-style
- Mater Ambilis http://materamabilis.org/ma/
- Find books for the best price, Bookfinder.com
- https://groups.io/g/cathswap is an email group specifically for Catholic homeschoolers to buy and sell used curriculum
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/CathSwap/ is the Facebook version of CathSwap
- Laura Berquist: Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum https://www.ignatius.com/Designing-Your-Own-Classical-Curriculum-P596.aspx
- Read aloud lists, http://homeschoolconnectionsonline.blogspot.com/2020/04/best-homeschool-reading-lists.html
- Homeschooling Saints Episodes related to today's topic: The Joy, Art, and Educational Benefits of Read-Alouds, with Maureen Wittmann: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/educational-benefits-of-read-alouds/
- Top Tips for New Homeschooling Parents, with Amanda Woodiel: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/top-tips-for-new-homeschooling-parents/
- Preparing for a Joyful Homeschooling Year, with Bonnie Landry: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/231208/
- Consistency and a Charlotte Mason Education, with Jessica Ptomey, PhD https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/consistency-and-a-charlotte-mason-education/
No Short Feature in this episode.
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Episode 44: Homeschooling 101—Part One with Maureen Wittmann
Are you new to homeschooling or need a refreshing look at some basic ideas that will help you get focused for the year? Today I have the privilege of interviewing a great homeschooling veteran, Maureen Wittman, in a two-part episode that will calm your fears, inspire you, and give you confidence for this great adventure. Stay tuned for Homeschooling 101—Part One!
Find Maureen at https://homeschoolconnections.com/about-homeschool-connections/#directors
• Orton Gillingham https://www.ortonacademy.org/resources/what-is-the-orton-gillingham-approach/
• Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum, by Laura Berquist https://www.ignatius.com/Designing-Your-Own-Classical-Curriculum-P596.aspx
No Short Feature in this episode.
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.
*This post contains affiliate links.