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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 May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Today’s guest is Jenny Bales, a leader in the Catholic homeschooling movement and a veteran home educator, here to share some practical tips on Juggling Language Arts—With Joy!
Find Jenny Bales:
https://www.heartofamother.net
For more on simplifying language arts:
https://www.heartofamother.net/languagearts (Sign up for Jenny's newsletter and get a free language arts download!)
Schedule a chat with a Catholic homeschooling consultant today at:
https://www.bloomhomeschooling.com
Homeschooling Language Arts Classes: https://homeschoolconnections.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.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Math can be a major challenge for parents and children, but our guest today, Matt D’Antuono, is here today to unveil an insight that will help you play a more meaningful long game in the education of your children. He’s here to show us The Beauty of Mathematics!
Matt D’Antuono on Facebook: @FoolOnAnErrand
https://www.facebook.com/FoolOnAnErrand/
Youtube: DonecRequiescat
https://www.youtube.com/@donecrequiescatwithmattdan4294
Books:
Philosophy Fridays: Armchair Philosophy Sessions from a High School Physics Classroom
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/philosophyfridays/
A Fool’s Errand: A Brief, Informal Introduction to Philosophy for Young Catholics
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/foolserrand/
The Wise Guy and the Fool
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/wiseguy/
Matt’s listing at CatholicSpeakers.com:
https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/matt-d-antuono
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.
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Not all of our kids will grow up to be professional writers, but the ability to write well on any topic of interest fosters thoughtfulness and intellectual clarity. Today’s guest, author and writing instructor, Cheri Blomquist, will give us some great tips on Integrating Writing into Other Subjects.
For online writing instruction, https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com/
Find Cheri Blomquist:
http://www.onceuponapen.studio/
Cheri’s books:
Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them
https://ignatius.com/before-austen-comes-aesop-bacap/
Maria von Trapp and Her Musical Family
https://ignatius.com/maria-von-trapp-and-her-musical-family-mvtp/
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.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Don’t children ask the best questions? Well, today’s guest, homeschooling veteran, and author Patti Armstrong, created a successful Catholic book series based on the amazing questions of her own children—about loving and living our Catholic faith. Join us to hear the stories behind the beloved “Dear God…” Book Series for Children!
Follow her on X, and that’s @PattiArmstrong
Patti’s blog: PattiMaguireArmstrong.com.
Find Patti’s books here: http://www.pattimaguirearmstrong.com/p/books.html
You can find Patti's books and other Catholic resources at Holy Heroes, https://holyheroes.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.
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Jane Austen is a perennial favorite of homeschool students and their parents because of great stories, wit—and wisdom! Today’s lovely guest is author Haley Stewart, to share a wonderful resource she has created: Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life!
Find Haley Stewart:
Substack: HaleySteward.substack.com
IG: @HaleyCarrots
Tw: @HaleyCarrots
Episode #14: Haley Stewart: The Grace of Enough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrf1ruDJ21o
Episode #140: Haley Stewart: Introducing the Sister Seraphina Mysteries https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL0ymy8rFWE
Episode #183: Haley Stewart: Storytelling that Sparks the Imagination of Kids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TabSMPDzjXY
Book Ordering Links:
Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life: https://amzn.to/3J0rYrc
The Grace of Enough https://amzn.to/3U06BN3
The Sister Seraphina Mysteries https://paulinestore.com/books/featured-authors/haley-stewart.html
Jane Austin Classes for High School:
Homeschool Connections offers a wide variety of online literature courses for Catholic home educators, including Jane Austen. Learn more at the Course Finder, https://homeschoolconnections.com/course-finder/
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.
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
We are all overwhelmed with tasks and relationships, and all the many pressing needs before us. But we don’t always know where to begin. Catholic homeschooling coach, Emily Brown, is with us today to tell us about The Only Four Problems You’ll Ever Need to Solve.
Fiat Life Coaching Website: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/
Emily’s FREE Masterclass:
The Intro to Loving Your Homeschool Life: https://fiatlifecoaching.com/intro-to-loving-your-homeschool-life-signup
Emily’s NEW Masterclass:
How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting!
https://fiatlifecoaching.com/stop-yelling
Emily is a Keynote Speaker for The Catholic Homeschool Conference, 2024. She will also present a pre-recorded workshop that will take you deeper into this topic. https://catholichomeschoolconference.com/ref/53/
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.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Raising our children with the life-giving ideals of our Catholic faith takes a special commitment to cultivating their hearts and minds. Our guest today, Matt D’Antuono, is here to encourage you moms, dads, and grandparents with some practical strategies for Helping Our Kids Love the Good, the True, and the Beautiful.
Matt D’Antuono on Facebook: @FoolOnAnErrand
https://www.facebook.com/FoolOnAnErrand/
Youtube: DonecRequiescat
https://www.youtube.com/@donecrequiescatwithmattdan4294
Books:
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/philosophyfridays/
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/foolserrand/
http://enroutebooksandmedia.com/wiseguy/
Matt’s listing at CatholicSpeakers.com:
https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/matt-d-antuono
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.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
For adults, Holy Week is a time of powerful liturgies, deep prayer, and the profoundly moving recollection of Our Savior’s passion. Our challenge can be to share this sacred time with the little ones in our families. Today’s guest, homeschooling mom, Alex Resch, will share her family’s strategies for Holy Week with Young Children.
Find Alex Resch’s blog on liturgical living at Ora et Schola:
https://www.oraetschola.com
More from Alex Resch:
Holy Week:
https://www.oraetschola.com/holy-week-homeschool-activities/
Maundy Thursday:
https://www.oraetschola.com/maundy-thursday/
FREE Holy Week Homeschool Activity Guide:
https://ora-et-schola.ck.page/6e4805829a
At Home Holy Hour - Annabelle Moseley:
https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/awakewithchrist
Catholic Icing Scriptural Lunch and Cookbook:
https://shop.catholicicing.com/product/holy-week-easter-cookbook/
Info on the Triduum:
https://www.usccb.org/prayer-worship/liturgical-year/triduum
Plenary Indulgences during Lent and Holy Week:
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250849/how-to-gain-a-plenary-indulgence-during-lent-2022
Tomb Cookies:
https://hildaskitchenblog.com/recipe/the-tomb-is-empty-resurrection-cookies/
Christ-centered Easter basket scavenger hunt:
https://happyhomefairy.com/christ-centered-easter-morning-scavenger-hunt-preschoolers-free-printable/
Benjamin’s Box: The Story of the Resurrection Eggs, by Melody Carlson:
https://www.amazon.com/Benjamins-Box-Story-Resurrection-Eggs/dp/0310715059
Episode #193: Annabelle Moseley: Living the Catholic Holy Hour in Your Home:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/living-the-holy-hour-in-your-homeschool/
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.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
From the 1920s through the 1950s, radio shows captivated families around the world with dramatic stories that left them breathless and wanting more. Well, I have great news! Today’s guest is Peter Atkinson, the brilliant creator of “The Saints” Catholic Radio Series that will bring your family together--and thrill their souls into the bargain.
Find Peter Atkinson:
The Merry Beggars:
https://themerrybeggars.com
TheSaintsPodcast.com:
https://themerrybeggars.com/shows/the-saints
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/themerrybeggars/
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.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Peace. We all want it for ourselves and for our families, but it can be such a struggle. Today’s guest, Jennifer Smarsh, has wonderful insights on some of the “dragons” we need to slay. So stick around for Eight Ways to Win the Battle for Peace in Your Homeschool.
You can reach Jennifer Smarsh here: byhisgracejs@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/jen.smarsh
Jennifer is also scheduled to be a speaker for The Catholic Homeschool Conference 2024, https://catholichomeschoolconference.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.