Homeschool Moms Unfiltered

What if your child's biggest interest wasn't a distraction from learning, but the key to deeper, more meaningful education? In this episode, we explore how to leverage your child's passions - from trucks and horses to astronomy and beyond - to build a rich, academically rigorous homeschool without sacrificing curiosity. We share practical ideas for every stage, from preschool through high school, discuss how interest-led learning can look very different depending on your homeschool style, and offer simple ways to start customizing your homeschool without feeling overwhelmed. If you've ever wondered how experienced homeschoolers make learning feel so personal, this episode is for you. Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Feeling like you have no idea what you’re doing? You're not alone. In this episode, we share 10 practical ways to build confidence as a homeschool parent. We’ll review topics like understanding how children actually learn and what's developmentally appropriate to finding your homeschool philosophy, tuning out comparison, embracing flexibility, and knowing when to pivot. We also talk about why self-doubt is a normal part of the journey and how the right knowledge, community, and mindset can help you spend less time second-guessing yourself and more time enjoying the freedom homeschooling offers. If you've ever wondered, "Am I doing this all wrong?" this episode is for you. Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

What does it really look like to homeschool a dyslexic learner? In this episode, we're joined by a homeschool mom who shares her family's firsthand experience navigating dyslexia… the challenges, the victories, the resources that helped, and what she wishes every parent knew. Even if dyslexia isn't part of your homeschool journey, this conversation is well worth a listen. Whether you organize homeschool events, volunteer at a co-op, lead classes, or simply want to better support the diverse learners in your community, understanding dyslexia helps create spaces where every child and family feels seen, welcomed, and supported. Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

What comes to mind when you hear the phrase play-based learning? If you're picturing chaos, endless toys, and children running wild with no real education happening, you're not alone, but that picture couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode, we unpack what intentional play-based education actually looks like, why it's backed by decades of research, and how parents can nurture literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, and social-emotional development through age-appropriate play. We'll explore structured versus free play, themed learning, the physiology of young children, common objections (including gifted learners and workbook-loving kids), and why play isn't the opposite of learning. In fact, it's often the very foundation that makes meaningful learning possible.Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Are podcasts just entertainment, or have we been underestimating their educational value? In this episode, we dig into the research on listening, reading comprehension, knowledge retention, accessibility, and learning through audio. We explore what the science says, why podcasts can be a powerful tool for many learners, and how homeschooling gives us the freedom to rethink what learning can look like beyond traditional textbooks and worksheets. Join us as we share the data, our favorite family podcasts, and a little encouragement to challenge some deeply ingrained ideas about education.*** Meagan mentioned a new program they've been loving and promised you a link. Check out https://science3d.education/.Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Preorder by June 23rd and we’ll send you a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need.Now… on to the episode…Most of us know life skills matter. The problem is that teaching them is often slower, messier, and far more frustrating than just doing the thing ourselves. In this episode, we're talking about chores, independence, problem-solving, and the reality of raising capable humans while juggling curriculum, appointments, grocery runs, and the seventeen other things demanding your attention. We'll explore why life skills are easy to push aside, how learning often happens in places that don't look anything like school, and simple ways to help kids take on more responsibility over time without turning your entire life into a training seminar. Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Preorder by June 23rd and we’ll send you a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need.Now… on to the episode…In this episode, we unpack our most recent book club selection, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Long story short, some of this very old book has aged like spoiled milk.  But tune in for the good, the outdated, and the surprisingly helpful. We talk about cycle breaking, respectful parenting, autonomy, punishment, generational trauma, passive-aggressive communication, and why community conversations often matter just as much as the books themselves. Whether you loved this classic, hated it, or never got around to reading it, come join the conversation. Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ At the time we are posting this episode, we have precisely EIGHT preorder bundles left!!When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need, a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker.But the full bundle is only available for the first 100 preorders (and for full transparency, they’re 75% sold), so if you want the extras, this is the moment to grab your copy.  And… if you miss the preorder bundle, we’ll still happily send a signed copy your way.  Head to our website to order!Now… on to the episode…Thinking about homeschooling but terrified you're making the wrong choice? Already homeschooling and lying awake wondering if you're doing enough? This episode is for you. We unpack the difference between intuition and fear, why so many homeschool parents mistake cultural conditioning for a gut warning, and how years of messaging about what "real" education should look like can fuel panic spirals. From worries about socialization and academics to the constant fear of failing your kids, we're digging into where those feelings come from, what they might actually be trying to tell you, and why being scared does not mean you're making the wrong choice. If you've ever wondered whether that pit in your stomach is a red flag or just the weight of caring deeply about your child, pull up a chair. This is the reassurance episode.Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

We’re dropping a quick update into your feed today to share a little behind-the-scenes book launch news and share a bit about why we wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need. Whether you're new to homeschooling or been at it for a while, we'll share 8 reasons we genuinely think this resource can make homeschooling feel less overwhelming and more sustainable.At the time we’re posting this, our preorder bundles are already 75% sold out (!), and we are so incredibly grateful for the support this community has shown us. If you’ve been thinking about grabbing one, now is probably the time. The preorder bundle include: a signed copy of the book, our badass Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker, a free unit study, and an invite to a live Q&A with us! More info here: https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/Want something more personal? We’re also offering private virtual Q&A sessions for small groups of homeschool friends, co-ops, or parent circles (5+ participants). If you’d love to pick our brains, talk through your specific homeschool questions, or just have an honest unfiltered conversation in a smaller setting, you can find details here: https://forms.gle/RebmXSpwapAkbdhdA

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need, a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker.But the full bundle is only available for the first 100 preorders (and for full transparency, they’re 75% sold), so if you want the extras, this is the moment to grab your copy.Now… on to the episode…Thinking about “testing out” homeschooling over summer break, weekends, or school holidays? Before you do, listen to this episode. We’re digging into why homeschool trial runs almost always give families the wrong impression, the psychology behind why this approach fails more often than not, why deschooling matters so much more than most people realize, and how homeschooling is fundamentally different from simply doing schoolwork at home. If you’ve been circling the idea of homeschooling but feel terrified to fully pull the plug, this episode is the pep talk, reality check, and reassurance you probably need.Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need, a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker.But the full bundle is only available for the first 100 preorders, so if you want the extras, this is the moment to grab your copy.Now… on to the episode…In this episode, we’re talking about one of those seemingly simple questions that can make homeschooled kids freeze: “What grade are you in?” For many homeschool families, the answer isn’t as straightforward as it is in a traditional school setting. Your kid might be working at one level in math, another in reading, and somewhere else entirely in writing, because homeschooling gives us the flexibility to meet kids where they actually are. We’ll talk about why grade levels are more of an administrative tool than a true measure of learning, what to say when people ask, how to think about “moving up” a grade, and what to do when your kid finishes a curriculum before the school year is technically over. The short version? Grade levels organize schools, not learning, and your homeschool doesn’t have to pretend otherwise.  Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/  to find everything in one place, including:Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.Custom Unit Study Building - Going on a summer trip? Have a kid with a wildly specific interest? Tell us what you want to explore, and we’ll build a ready-to-use unit study around it so you can just open it and go. We’ll even meet with you to walk through the resource and share tips for making the most of it.Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨Our book, The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need, will officially be available for pre-order THIS WEEK! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Patreon (links below) so you’re among the first to know when it drops. Our earliest pre-orders will get special bonus goodies and we are ridiculously excited to finally share this thing with you after pouring oodles of time, caffeine, experience, and passion into it.OK, onto the episode…Have you ever seen a cute school photo online and suddenly spiraled into, “Oh my god… are my kids missing out?” You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re digging into the school moments we tend to romanticize and the realities that rarely make it into the photos. We talk about everything from prom, spirit week, and school friendships to homework battles, burnout, bullying, active shooter drills, and the pressure cooker environment so many kids are navigating every single day. This is not an anti-school episode. It’s a perspective episode here to offer logical reassurance because different doesn’t mean less.  Sometimes we need a reminder that every educational path comes with trade-offs… not just homeschooling.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most nuanced (and often confusing) parts of homeschooling: diagnoses, IEPs, and 504 plans. Do homeschooled kids actually need them? When do they matter? When do they not? We break down how these supports function in traditional school settings, what changes when you homeschool, and why documentation can still be critical for things like SATs, APs, and dual enrollment. We also get real about the barriers to getting evaluated, the cost, the emotional side of diagnosis, and the current political climate that’s making all of this feel even more complicated. Whether you’re questioning labels or craving clarity, this conversation will help you think through what’s best for your child both now and in the future.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids WIll Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here: ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

We were about to say something like, “Online programs aren’t the problem, but how we use them can make or break a homeschool experience.”  But then we had to pause for a beat because some are seriously problematic and we need to talk about that too.  So… in this episode, we talk about why the “log in and call it a day” approach often falls flat, even though we totally understand the appeal. We unpack how to use online tools strategically, what actually works (and what doesn’t), and how to balance independence with connection so learning actually sticks. If you’ve ever wondered whether your current setup is really working or how to tweak it without blowing everything up… this conversation is for you!We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids WIll Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

If you haven’t been asked, “but you’ll send them back to real school for high school, right?” yet… consider yourself lucky. And also know it’s probably just a matter of time. In this episode, we’re unpacking where that mindset comes from, why it sticks around, and whether there’s actually any truth to it. We’ll talk about what homeschooling high school really looks like today, how families handle more advanced subjects, and what happens socially when you don’t follow the expected path.As promised in the episode, here’s an excerpt from the book co-written by Meagan and her daughter Astrid. https://bit.ly/UnschoolingExcerpt We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids WIll Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Unschooling gets talked about like it’s one thing, but in reality, it’s a whole spectrum. In this episode, we’re digging into what unschooling actually looks like across that range, from fully hands-off to intentionally supported, and everything in between. We talk about the balance between freedom and support, why exposure and access matter more than people realize, and how unschooling can be incredibly powerful - especially for neurodivergent kids - when it’s done thoughtfully. This isn’t a “you’re doing it wrong” conversation. It’s a real one. Because the goal isn’t perfection or judgment.  It’s understanding what actually helps kids thrive.As promised in the episode, here’s an excerpt from the book co-written by Meagan and her daughter Astrid. https://bit.ly/UnschoolingExcerpt We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

We’re playing our own version of the game Bullsh*t, but it is our very own education edition. We’re taking a hard look at the things we’ve all been told about school, learning, and success and asking… are they actually true? From “kids learn best sitting still” to “more hours = more learning” to “college is the only path,” we’re unpacking the assumptions that shape how we think about education and calling out what doesn’t hold up. If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing your homeschool choices or wondering if you’re doing it “right,” this episode is your reminder that a lot of what we’ve accepted as fact is just… well, bullsh*t!Find the new art unit study we mentioned here:  https://bit.ly/worldartunit We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://bit.ly/homeschool101support And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://bit.ly/curriculumhelpme And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://bit.ly/earlyed1 Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support?⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Chronic illness and homeschooling… can they actually coexist? In this episode, we’re digging into the reality of homeschooling with limited energy, unpredictable health, and a whole lot of societal pressure to “do it all.” We talk about what it really looks like, how to build a sustainable rhythm that works for your family, and why flexibility isn’t just helpful… it’s essential. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation is about redefining success, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and creating a homeschool life that actually fits your real, messy, human circumstances.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ And purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/07MZXbn6 Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s books here: 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between - https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Unschooling From Both Sides of the Story - https://a.co/d/02HMo6pN Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Graphic novels are sometimes ignored - and sometimes totally poo-poo’d - and we’re digging into why.  Whether your kid devours them, avoids them, or you’ve never really considered them part of your homeschool at all, this episode might shift how you think about reading. We’re breaking down the myths, the research, and the real-life experience behind graphic novels, including why they’re not “less than” traditional books, how they build serious literacy skills, and why they might actually be one of the most powerful tools in your reading toolbox. If you’ve ever wondered whether graphic novels “count” or stressed about the fact that your kiddo isn’t reading a “real book”… this conversation is for you.Find more data on this topic here:  https://bit.ly/3NTdmA3 *** Don't forget to visit our socials to enter our graphic novel giveaway!! ***Patreon: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠⁠ FB:⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠⁠ We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids WIll Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we dive into our latest book club pick, How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes by Melinda Wenner Moyer.  The title alone was enough to get our attention. We talk about the research behind raising kind, ethical, community-minded kids and what that actually looks like in real life (not the Instagram version). From empathy and honesty to privilege, accountability, and modeling the behavior we hope to see, we unpack the ideas that resonated with us, the parts that challenged us, and how it all applies to messy, imperfect homeschooling families just trying to raise decent humans. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting it right - or just hope your kids grow up to be good people - this conversation is for you.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk.  Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

While this episode does offer some practical ideas for lightening the load, it’s mostly a big “yeah, we see you… we feel you” moment for homeschool parents and caregivers. Homeschooling comes with a huge amount of invisible labor.  The curriculum research, the constant decision-making, the emotional regulation, and the mental load of managing your kids’ education and well-being every day… can feel like a lot. In many ways, homeschooling amplifies the behind-the-scenes work that already exists in parenting. And even though we truly love homeschooling and believe in it deeply, that doesn’t mean it isn’t exhausting sometimes. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I didn’t even do that much today… why am I so tired?” - this episode is your reminder that you’re not the only one feeling overwhelmed, and you’re definitely not doing it wrong.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club will be How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk. Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most common fears in the homeschool world: will homeschooling damage your relationship with your child? We unpack the idea of the “teacher hat” versus the “parent hat,” talk about where that pressure comes from, and explore what actually causes tension at home (hint: it’s usually not homeschooling itself). Whether you’re just starting out or feeling strain after years in, we share honest reflections, practical shifts, and reassurance that you don’t have to choose between being a connected parent and an effective educator… the two aren’t more closely related than you might think.  We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes : Science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Is there actually a “right” way to homeschool? In this episode, we cut through the homeschool aesthetics, color-coded schedules, and curriculum debates to talk about what truly matters - and what absolutely doesn’t. We unpack the non-negotiables (safety, accountability, and avoiding abuse or neglect) and redefine homeschool success as growth, mental health, curiosity, and preparation for real adulthood… not perfect grades or performative achievement. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by comparison or unsure if you’re “doing enough,” this conversation will ground you in what actually counts and remind you that raising safe, capable, emotionally healthy humans is the real goal.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How toRraise Kids Who Aren't Assholes: science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we’re digging into what it actually looks like to raise civic-minded, critical-thinking kids in the absolute chaos that is our current world.  We’re talking about how to teach media literacy, logical fallacies, and real civics… not just memorizing the three branches of government, but understanding how power works, how propaganda spreads, and how to ask the most important question of all: who benefits? We share concrete resources, practical ways to explore bias at home, and why empathy isn’t a weakness - it’s an essential civic skill.Because we are not raising kids for this moment. We are raising adults who will live with the consequences of it.  Think of this episode as your lifeline for progressive parenting in the shit storm that is 2026.  -Hopefully this serves as a reminder that you can’t control federal policy, but you can absolutely shape the thinkers sitting at your kitchen table.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes : Science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

This episode is a continuation of last week’s conversation with Tess from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education… only this time, it’s just us digging deeper. We take on the lightning-rod topic of homeschool regulation, talk kids’ rights vs. parents’ rights, and unpack why the lack of oversight in many states is a real problem. We also explore how weak regulation creates space for abuse, misinformation, and the rise of Christian nationalism within the homeschool movement. As always, we’re here for nuance, not fear-mongering, and we believe homeschooling can be both freeing and accountable. We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we sit down with Tess Ulrey from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about homeschool regulation, accountability, and why these discussions so often get shut down before they even begin with phrases like “slippery slope.” We talk about the rarely considered realities of how exposed to risk some kids truly are, and why acknowledging that doesn’t automatically make you anti-homeschool. This conversation doesn’t end with the interview though.  Next week’s episode is just us, continuing the discussion and processing the ideas Tess raised, what challenged our thinking, and how it all fits into the bigger homeschooling landscape.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

The homeschool world can feel like the wild west… loud opinions, confident hot takes, and advice from strangers who know nothing about your kid, your goals, or your reality. In this episode, we unpack the problem with crowd-sourced homeschool advice, why confidence online is not the same thing as competence, and how fear, isolation, and misinformation leave parents second-guessing themselves. From questionable curriculum claims to panic-inducing academic myths, we talk about how to cut through the noise, identify red and green flags in homeschool guidance, and find support that’s thoughtful, accountable, and actually useful… for every stage of the homeschool journey.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we explore some nuanced questions about questions about balancing grit and flexibility.  Our focus through this deep dive will be important aspects of homeschooling, such as, are our kids developing the skills they’ll need to successfully launch into adulthood? Does creating a customized, differentiated learning environment remove struggle and therefore minimize their ability to withstand discomfort?  We’ll talk about what perseverance actually looks like in the real world - deadlines you didn’t choose, unsexy responsibilities, difficult people - and examine how that intersects with highly personalized homeschooling. Along the way, we unpack when adapting and differentiating supports resilience versus when it might unintentionally reduce tolerance for discomfort, and we wrestle with the roles of neurodivergence, privilege, capitalism, and compliance in how we define “grit.” As is so often the case, we don’t offer tidy answers… but we do offer honest reflection, balance, and a more nuanced way to think about preparing kids for life beyond homeschooling.We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our current book club selection is How to Raise Fids Who Aren't Assholes : Science-Based Strategies for Better Parenting - From Tots to Teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

This episode is for the questions you’ve been carrying quietly… the ones you’ve been too nervous, overwhelmed, or burned before to ask out loud. We know not all online spaces are safe spaces, and fear of judgment, pile-ons, or being told your question is “dumb” can keep things bottled up. So we’re opening the door and asking some of the most common homeschool questions head-on, with honesty, nuance, and zero shame. If something has been weighing on you and you’ve been avoiding naming it (we’ve been there), there’s a good chance it shows up in this conversation. You’re not alone and you don’t have to figure this out in silence.****We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we are digging into a SparkNotes-style digest of our recent book club selection - The Anxious Generation. We talk about kids, screens, anxiety, and the cultural pressures shaping childhood right now. We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books like this among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you’re not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between... here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Everyone says you need endless patience to homeschool… and we’re calling BS. Beyond that, in this episode, we are going to unpack where that belief comes from, who it quietly excludes, and why impatience is often a signal… not a failure. From burnout and unrealistic expectations to repair, regulation, and systems that actually work, we talk about what kids really need from the adults teaching them. Spoiler: it’s not a 24/7 zen parent/caregiver… it’s real humans who can adapt, reset, and keep going.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we invite you into a real homeschool coaching session with Devyn, a newer homeschooler navigating middle school, big-picture planning, and the day-to-day realities of making homeschooling actually work for her family. We talk through curriculum choices, options for decolonized history, structure vs. flexibility, and how to support kids while building independence.  What’s the difference between this episode and all of our others?  We’ll be showing what it looks like when homeschool advice becomes specific, personalized, and doable. If you’ve ever thought, “This all makes sense in theory, but how does it work for us?” this episode is for you. And if you decide you’d like that kind of support for your own homeschool, we’re offering 25% off coaching sessions through December 31, 2025.  Sessions can be booked now and scheduled for dates into 2026. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.  Use the coupon code in the Calendly description to apply the discount.  You can find our calendar here:  ⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Do homeschoolers really need tests and grades to prove learning is happening? In this episode, we unpack why so many parents feel pressured to measure progress the “school way,” even when it might not align with how their kids actually learn. We talk honestly about the limited role testing can play, the very real downsides of over-relying on data, and the many meaningful ways growth shows up in everyday life. Whether you’re fully anti-testing, required to participate because of a charter or state rules, or just trying to unlearn old school conditioning, this episode offers reassurance, perspective, and permission to trust what you see unfolding in your own home.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we’re talking honestly about homeschool burnout… why it happens, why it’s normal, and why taking a break is often the smartest move you can make. We dig into the pressure to push through and the small shifts that can help you feel human again. We also share practical ways to lighten your load, reset your homeschool, and remind yourself that rest is part of the learning process, not a step backward. If you're exhausted, overwhelmed, or wondering whether it’s just you… it’s not. Let’s breathe, recalibrate, and figure out what actually supports you when you’re running on empty.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support?⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Ever listen to the podcast and think, “I wish I could just ask them my questions”? If you’ve been wishing you could sit down with us and get straight answers about homeschooling… this is your moment. 🙌 (See code details below.)Coaching sessions with Meagan, Amanda, or both are officially on sale... and yes, it’s as good as it sounds.Book here:  ⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Quick note from Meagan re: coupon codes...After we recorded this update, I went to create the coupon code and the system wouldn't let me use the same coupon for sessions with me, sessions with Amanda, sessions with us both, etc. Le sigh. I thought technology was supposed to make life easier. Anyway, I created three separate coupon codes, but to make it easier... I named the event with the name of the corresponding coupon code. You'll see it when you click the link. It is more straightforward than my explanation here would imply. Coaching with Amanda: AMANDA25Coaching with Meagan: MEAGAN25Coaching with Meagan AND Amanda: COACHING25Note: My (Meagan) name has two a's in it because my mom wanted unique, but unique leads to misspellings.

This week we’re digging into what homeschooling actually looks like when you don’t have a dedicated room, endless storage, or a perfectly curated setup. We’re talking about making learning work in small spaces, busy schedules, and real life… because most of us are juggling school at the kitchen table, in the car, and everywhere in between. We break down how to create a functional, flexible homeschool that fits your home and your reality, not some Pinterest version of it. If you’ve ever worried that you don’t have enough space to do this well, this one’s for you.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting a worldschooling pop-up in Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how a pop-up work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB group linked below for updates and community connections.FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this week’s episode, we’re digging into what it really means to homeschool neurodivergent kids in a world where the traditional school system often isn’t built with them in mind. We talk about masking, mismatched expectations, and why so many ND learners finally exhale when they’re allowed to learn in ways that honor their wiring instead of fighting it. We’re not here to bash public schools, but we are here to get real about what ND-affirming education can look like and why homeschooling can be a game changer for some families. If you’ve ever wondered whether your differently wired kid might thrive outside the system, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting a worldschooling pop-up in Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how a pop-up work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB group linked below for updates and community connections.FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

I (Meagan) am taking over this week while Amanda’s away!!  Which can only mean one thing… we’re talking goal setting and vision boarding (cue Amanda’s eye roll). If you crave a little more predictability and structure in your homeschool or life, but don’t vibe with rigid systems, this one’s for you. Think of it as intentional living for the rest of us… relaxed, real, and totally doable.  Let’s dig in!Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 40% off your first two months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting a worldschooling pop-up in Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how a pop-up work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB group linked below for updates and community connections.FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

We recorded an episode about gameschooling way back when. But this time we are revisiting this learning approach from a new angle. Many conversations about learning through play stop at “games are educational,” but we’re breaking down how and why that’s true. We’re talking about the specific kinds of growth that happen when kids play. We'll explore the real cognitive, emotional, and social development hiding behind the fun. If you’ve ever wondered what your kids are actually learning during game time, this episode connects the dots.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code HMU90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

We’re talking transcripts, report cards, and diplomas.  You know… the stuff that somehow makes homeschool parents break into a cold sweat. We get it. Those “official” documents sound intimidating, but they’re really not. In this episode, we’re breaking down the myths, cutting through the noise, and reminding you that you’ve got this.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live support meetings, socials, and even a book club.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

If you’ve ever stared at your kid’s handwriting and wondered if it’s… well, supposed to look like that, you’re not alone. We’ve been there… worrying about pencil grips, letter reversals, and whether our kids are “behind” when their writing looks more like secret code than sentences. In this episode, we’re digging into all those worries, the pressure to make handwriting happen before little hands are ready, and what it really means when writing feels hard. This one’s about letting go of the stress and trusting that growth comes in its own messy, magical time and way.Enter our October giveaway ends in just a few days!  Enter here:  http://bit.ly/3KBPTBt Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Audio only again this week. Apologies. It wasn't for a lack of effort. Technology just has a mind of its own sometimes!How much time do you spend wondering if your kids are behind? Behind who, exactly? This week, we’re unpacking where that fear comes from, why it sticks around even after we leave traditional school systems, and how to tell the difference between genuine concern and unnecessary panic. We’ll get honest about the pressure to measure up and what real progress actually looks like.Enter our October giveaway here:  http://bit.ly/3KBPTBt Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Apologies for the lack of video this week. We recorded it, but technology had other plans. Le sigh.... We’ve all had those nights lying awake wondering if we’re doing enough — enough rigor, enough enrichment, enough everything.  This episode is our collective exhale. We talk honestly about the pressure to measure up, the chaos of daily life, and the quiet guilt that creeps in when comparison steals our joy. If you’ve ever felt like you’re fumbling your way through, you’re not alone… we’re right there with you, messy, real, and here for support.Enter our October giveaway here:  http://bit.ly/3KBPTBt Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan’s book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

We’re diving into one of those questions that every homeschooler wrestles with at some point: how much of learning should be fun, and how much should just be… work? In this episode, we tease apart what “fun” even means in the context of education, how it intersects with engagement and rigor, and where we’ve personally struggled with that balance. Expect our usual mix of keeping it real, laughing at ourselves, and challenging some of the assumptions we were raised with. We may not hand out a neat formula for getting it “right,” but we do have a lot to say about what’s possible when joy and perseverance meet in homeschooling.Enter our October giveaway here:  http://bit.ly/3KBPTBt Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026⁠ Naples, Italy – 2026FB Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816⁠More info: ⁠https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ TT: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

In this episode, we’re diving into the never-ending question of socialization—but with a fresh angle. Instead of the same old “what about friends?” debate, we’re looking at the different ways kids connect and grow in community. We talk about what socialization actually means, how it shows up in real life, and why homeschoolers might have more options than most people realize. Come hang out with us as we untangle the myths, share some laughs, and give you new language for those inevitable socialization conversations.Our **FREE** No Kings protest coloring page can be found here:  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Kings-Day-Coloring-Page-Free-Resource-to-Inspire-Young-Changemakers-13664516 Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101  Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership. https://outschool.com/Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Exciting news! Meagan will be hosting worldschooling pop-ups in Egypt and Naples, Italy in 2026. If you’re curious about worldschooling or just want to know more about how these pop-ups work, send us a DM through our social channels or join the FB groups linked below for updates and community connections.Egypt – 2026FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2554805608217969 More info: https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/cairo-luxor-egypt-march-2026 Naples, Italy – 2026 FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412900799770816 More info: https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/naples-italy-april-2026 Visit our website here:  https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered 

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the trickiest parts of homeschooling—figuring out when to push our kids and when to back off. Finding that sweet spot between challenge and overwhelm is easier said than done, but it’s where real growth happens. We’ll share our messy, real-life takes on how to balance flexibility with encouragement, while keeping development, mindset, and sanity in mind.Our **FREE** No Kings protest coloring page can be found here:  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Kings-Day-Coloring-Page-Free-Resource-to-Inspire-Young-Changemakers-13664516 Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101  Explore Outschool!  Click here to save $20 off your first class:  https://outschool.com/teachers/Hub-of-Cuiosity?signup=true&usid=C19DrybH&utm_campaign=share_invite_link Or use code BUDGET50 on your first purchase.Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Visit our website here:  https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered 

What really counts as school? This week we’re diving into one of those foundational homeschool questions that sneaks up on new and veteran families alike. Spoiler: it’s not just worksheets and textbooks. We chat about how homeschooling blurs the line between “school” and “learning,” where we land on the spectrum, and why it’s worth revisiting this conversation no matter how long you’ve been at it.Our **FREE** No Kings protest coloring page can be found here:  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Kings-Day-Coloring-Page-Free-Resource-to-Inspire-Young-Changemakers-13664516 Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101  Explore Outschool!  Click here to save $20 off your first class:  https://outschool.com/teachers/Hub-of-Cuiosity?signup=true&usid=C19DrybH&utm_campaign=share_invite_link Or use code BUDGET50 on your first purchase.Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Visit our website here:  https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered 

We’ve moved our book club to live Zoom meetings! This quick recap shares highlights from our first discussion of Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing) by Sal Khan. Want to join the conversation? Our next meeting is Monday, September 22 at 7pm ET / 4pm PT, and we’ll keep meeting every other Monday. Check the link below to join us on Patreon and be part of future discussions!If you’d like to join our book club, you can pick up the book here:  https://bookshop.org/a/111689/9780593656969 (Full disclosure… that’s an affiliate link.  It doesn’t cost you anything extra to order with our link, but we do get a little brownie point from Bookshop.org when you order.  Thank you so much!)Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Visit our website here:  https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered 

We’re breaking down all-in-one homeschool options—those open-and-go boxed kits and one-stop online platforms—so you can decide if they fit your family. We’ve used them and totally get the appeal: simple setup, clear plans, less decision fatigue. But here’s the real talk: all-in-one homeschool solutions aren’t a magic box. We’ve tried the boxed kits and one-stop platforms, and we’ve got thoughts. Tune in to hear where the shine wears off, what to watch for before you click “buy,” and the factors we consider to make smart choices for our families.Our **FREE** No Kings protest coloring page can be found here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Kings-Day-Coloring-Page-Free-Resource-to-Inspire-Young-Changemakers-13664516 Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you. Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon. Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month! Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101 Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive. We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Visit our website here: https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered

We’re diving straight into the back-to-basics stuff every new homeschooler should know!!  If you’re new… you won’t want to miss this.  If you’ve already been homeschooling… consider this a back-to-basics review.  Sometimes we all need that!  We’ll also talk about how to notice when you’re swimming upstream so you can step back, retool, and find a rhythm that fits real life. Deep breaths—you’ve got this.Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live meet-ups 4x/month and can't wait to meet you.  Plus, in September, our podcast book club will be shifting to a live, interactive format on Patreon.  Join here: https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI  Use code FTP90 for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101  Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered Visit our website here:  https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Meagan is hosting a worldschooling pop-up in Lisbon November 3-9, 2025 and she’d love to welcome you.  She’s hosting Q&A sessions, so if you’re new to worldschooling or hub/pop-up life, join the Facebook group for more details.  Pop-Up details and registration can be found here:  https://www.worldschoolpopuphub.com/events/lisbon-portugal-november-2025 Join the Lisbon Pop-Up Facebook group here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1096928759136716 Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@homeschoolmomsunfiltered?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FB: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered