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Extraschooling
by JA Smith
Welcome to the audible version of For the Record, the Extraschooling blog - random notes on life, family, and education from a homeschooled, homeschooling mom. Join in the journey of your child's education and visit Extraschooling.com, a site full of supplemental learning ideas and resources.
Episodes
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Almost Home
My house and I have come a long way in learning how to live together on this green hill of ours. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2022/07/25/almost-home/
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Nye In February: Wood Frogs
Enjoy an an audio version of the first story in Extraschooling's Little Green Hill series. Each book comes with a code for a downloadable PDF packet of extension materials, which includes games, activities, resources, and more. Find the series at...
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What Are They Supposed to be Learning, Anyway?
What do kids need to be learning, and who is capable of teaching it to them? Originally published February 9, 2020 This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/02/09/what-are-they-supposed-to-be-learning-anyway/
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The Four C’s
The Four C's are at the core of my educational philosophy. Rather than the 3 R's of old, I focus on curiosity, creativity, communication, and compassion. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/02/17/the-four-cs/
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Curious Minds
Out of the 4 C's, curiosity might just top my list. How important is it in your household, and how is it being cultivated? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2022/01/18/curious-minds/
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The Big Worries
A quick look at some of the most common questions and concerns new or prospective homeschoolers have. Originally published December 3rd, 2021 This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/12/03/the-big-worries/
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The Wild Things
Trying to navigate the gap between natural beauty and human intolerance. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/11/12/2047/ Originally published November 12th, 2021
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Spring into Action
This spring it's our mission to tackle the trash problem - want to join us? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/03/09/spring-into-action/ Originally published March 9th, 2020
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Homeschooling in the COVID-19 Era
Suddenly homeschooling went from rare to everywhere - how is your family handling the new normal? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/03/25/homeschooling-in-the-covid-19-era/ Originally published March 25th, 2020
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When Real Life Resumes
Reflections during the unicorn month of lockdown. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/04/19/when-real-life-resumes/ Originally published April 19th, 2020
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Free-Range Learning
Rediscovering the natural rhythm that best suits early education. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/free-range-learning/ Originally published May 1st, 2020
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The Learning Web
Learning is messy, nonlinear, and everywhere you're willing to explore. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/05/19/the-learning-web/ Originally published May 19th, 2020
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The Eye of the Beholder
My journey with Stargardt's begins... This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/06/06/the-eye-of-the-beholder/ Originally published June 6th, 2020
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A Few Summer Musings
Just some random thoughts I've had running around my head recently. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/07/20/a-few-summer-musings/ Originally published July 20th, 2020
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The Grade Debate
Should homeschooling involve grades? What does a grade really mean, anyway? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/08/21/to-grade-or-not-to-grade/ Originally published on August 21st, 2020
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Leverage
What is important to pass on? What are the big takeaways you want your child to have from their early education? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/11/22/leverage/ Originally published November 22nd, 2020
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The Year That Was
2020 was a year of twists, turns, struggles, and unexpected joys... But it's time to turn the page. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/01/06/the-year-that-was/ Originally published January 6th, 2021
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To Wasp or Not to Wasp
Some neighbors are more difficult to live with than others, but it’s a big world out there. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/09/08/to-wasp-or-not-to-wasp/ Originally published September 8th, 2021
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Homeschool Reality Check
There is an information overload these days about the many varieties of homeschooling. How do you cut through the noise and find what’s right for you and your family? This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/11/05/homeschool-reality-check/…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the audible version of For the Record, the Extraschooling blog - random notes on life, family, and education from a homeschooled, homeschooling mom. Join in the journey of your child's education and visit Extraschooling.com, a site full of supplemental learning ideas and resources.
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JA Smith
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Welcome to the audible version of For the Record, the Extraschooling blog - random notes on life, family, and education from a homeschooled, homeschooling mom. Join in the journey of your child's education and visit Extraschooling.com, a site full of supplemental learning ideas and resources.
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