EPISODE · Jun 28, 2026 · 13 MIN
43-Homeschooling During the Summer
from The Brave & Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer · host Mary Berghammer
For all the links go here: https://whatabouthomeschooling.com/summer-homeschooling/ Episode 43: Should You Homeschool Over the Summer? If you're wrapping up your school year and wondering whether to keep going or take the summer off — this episode is for you. The honest answer? Do what works for your family. But I'm sharing what we actually did in our homeschool over the summers, why I always kept at least some math and reading going, and how it helped my kids stay ahead without burning anyone out. I'm also talking about why routine matters even when school is on pause, what to do when your kids hit you with the dreaded "I'm bored," and how lapbooks can make summer learning feel more like a fun project than schoolwork. Whether you're a year-round homeschooler, a traditional September-through-May family, or somewhere in between, there's something here for you. In this episode: Summer homeschooling ideas that don't overwhelm mom Why I never skipped math completely — and how it paid off Keeping kids in a routine during summer break Unit studies and lapbooks for summer learning Encouragement to do what's right for your family
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