Learning for Life: A Homeschool Podcast
by Jenny & Stacey
Jenny and Stacey are two homeschool moms, who also balance working full-time and homesteading. However, they each have very different approaches to homeschooling their kids. They come together here to discuss big homeschooling topics, with the help of some special guests along the way. Learning for Life is all about how to encourage kids (and parents alike!) to develop a lifelong love of learning.
Episodes
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Part VI
This summer, Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this episode, we are discussing Part VI: The Will - The Conscience - The Divine Life of the Child, as well as sharing their overall takeaways from the books and additional...
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Part V
This summer, Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this episode, we are discussing Part V: Lessons as Instruments of Education. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Part IV
This summer, Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this episode, we are discussing Part IV: Some Habits of Mind - Some Moral Habits. This week, we focus on creating good moral habits such as attention and imagination, as…
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Part III
This summer, Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this episode, we are discussing Part III: Habit is Ten Natures. This week we focus on practical applications of creating good habits in your home, as well as discuss what…
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Part II
This year Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this episode, we are discussing Part II: Out-of-Door Life for the Children. We go in depth on the concepts of observation, narration via "picture-painting", and not bragging…
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Home Education by Charlotte Mason | Prefaces + Part I
Welcome to our Summer Book Club! This year Jenny, Stacey, and special guest Christine Gustin are reading Home Education (Volume I) by Charlotte Mason. In this first episode, we are discussing the Prefaces and Part I. We will also give some background on who Charlotte Mason was and what the...
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Summer Book Club Announcement! | Home Education by Charlotte Mason
This summer, we are starting a book club! Join us as we discuss the first book in Charlotte Mason’s Home Education series, called Home Education. Episodes will be released once per week during the reading schedule on both our YouTube channel and the podcast. Subscribe now so you don't miss an...
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Answering Your Homeschool Questions!
To wrap up season two, Jenny and Stacey are answering your most commonly asked questions! Take a listen to hear some questions that you might have been too afraid to ask, and to gain some insight into Jenny and Stacey's homeschools. Listening to audiobooks with Audible is the easiest way to fit...
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Finding Homeschool Support w/Shauna Anderson from Uschool
How can homeschoolers find support from their community? In this episode, we tackle this topic with our friend Shauna Anderson with Uschool. Uschool is a company that provides educational guidance for families all of the world. Take a listen and see how important it is to support the education of...
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Homeschool How-To: Supplemental Curriculum
Supplemental curriculum: Should you use it? And what is it? Take a listen to Stacey's definition of supplemental curriculum, and how she uses it to help reinforce concepts taught in her main curriculums of choice. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head...
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Homesteading and Homeschooling w/Katie Rutledge
Today we get to talk about one of our favorite topics: Homesteading! We discuss how to incorporate homesteading into our homeschools with our friend Katie Rutledge (@i.am.katie.anne on Instagram), who homeschools her four kids while homesteading. This episode is for anyone, even those who have...
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Homeschool How-To: When Your Curriculum Isn‘t Working
When is it time to give up on a curriculum, and why didn't it work for you? Stacey shares some helpful tips for how to move on when the curriculum you purchased wasn't all that you had hoped it would be. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Why and How to Teach Shakespeare w/Ehren Ziegler from Chop Bard
Shakespeare: A topic that makes most parents shudder. But with the help of our friend Ehren Ziegler, host of the Chop Bard podcast and longtime Shakespeare expert, we break down why Shakespeare is important and how you can teach it to your kids. (It's easier than you think!) Check out our…
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Homeschool How-To: Teaching the Value of Money
Would you like to teach the value of money to your kids? It's not as complicated as you might think! Stacey shares tips on how to teach your kids important lessons about saving, spending, and investing money. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over…
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Songs Every Kid Should Hear w/Derek Moore
Want a good list of songs that the entire family can enjoy together? In this episode, we are joined by our resident music expert Derek Moore from The Deep Track Show With Derek Moore, to talk music and what we listen to with our kids. You don't want to miss his list! Check out our affiliate…
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Homeschool How-To: Homeschool without Internet
Is it possible to homeschool without internet? It sure is! Jenny gives advice on how to homeschool without internet, and shares her past experience with homeschooling without internet for over a year. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Bad Days, and What To Do About Them w/Katie Waalkes
We all have bad days while homeschooling, but what should we do to avoid them, and what can we do do turn the day around? Seasoned homeschool mom of six, and creator of the homeschool YouTube channel Life in the Mundane Katie Waalkes shares some helpful tips and tricks about how she handles "bad...
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Homeschool How-To: Minimalism
Is minimalism possible for families to achieve, even if they homeschool? In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey tackles this question and shares her minimalism journey, in order to inspire more families to do the same! To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head...
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Encourage Creativity w/Kim from Youth Inspired Publishing
Kim from Youth Inspired Publishing is back! Our first return guest is here to discuss how to encourage creativity in your kids. She also gives all of the deets for Youth Inspired Publishing's newest book illustration contest, which is a great way to get aspiring artists reading and creating!…
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Homeschool How-To: Audiobooks
Are you interested in incorporating audiobooks into your homeschool or daily life? They are a great tool for introducing more stories to your kids, and a wonderful alternative to screen time. Take a listen to this Homeschool How-To episode to hear Jenny's tips for how to use audiobooks with your...
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What Are Living Books? w/Anthony Coafield of Living Book Press
Living books: What are they, and how can you add some to your bookshelves? In this lively discussion, we talk to Anthony Coafield from Living Book Press about what his definition of living books is, how he gets these old texts printed, and what it is like to homeschool in his home county of...
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Homeschool How-To: Teaching with Movies
Need some ideas for how to incorporate movies into your homeschool? In this episode, Stacey breaks down how she uses full length feature films in her homeschool. Some of her techniques may surprise you! To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Making Science Fun! w/Homeschool Science Club
Are you looking for some inspiration for teaching science in your homeschool? And maybe even some free resources to help? Look no further than Homeschool Science Club! In this episode, we got to talk with John Stanton, homeschool dad of three, former science teacher, and now a physician, who has...
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Homeschool How-To:Tackling Shakespeare
If you're searching for easy and fun ways to teach Shakespeare in your homeschool, look no further! Jenny teaches her own young kids Shakespeare, and you can too. In this Homeschool How-To, she shares some tips on how to introduce "the bard" to your children too! To see the full show notes...
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Homeschool How-To: Am I Teaching Enough?
It's the most commonly asked homeschool question, even though it might not be said out loud very often: Am I teaching my kids enough? In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey addresses this issue head on, and gives insight on how we can turn this potentially negative question into reassurance and...
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Homeschool How-To: Living Books
Living books are a cornerstone in the Charlotte Mason method, and can be a helpful part of anyone's homeschool! But what are living books? In this Homeschool How-To, Jenny discusses what living books are, and she gives some examples of her favorites. To see the full show notes (including links to...
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Homeschool How-To: What About Preschool?
What should kids learn in their preschool years, and should you meet preschool academic standards in your homeschool? In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey shares some advice on how to educate preschoolers, and why you shouldn't necessarily stress out over academic standards at this age. To see the...
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Homeschool How-To: When To Take a Break
The best way to come back from a homeschool slump is to take a break. But how do you schedule these breaks, and will it even be possible to get back into a good rhythm again once the break is over? In this Homeschool How-To, Jenny (a reluctant break-taker) gives some insight on how taking breaks...
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Homeschool How-To: Academic Standards
What are your state's academic standards, and do you even need to pay attention to them? In this episode, Stacey breaks down easy ways for homeschoolers to get information on your state's standards, and shares ways that you can meet these standards, without drastically changing your homeschool...
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Homeschool How-To: Handicrafts
Handicrafts are a great way to incorporate some fun, as well as practical life skills, into your homeschool. But how can you do them if your kids are young, or if you don't have any craft experience yourself? Jenny gives some helpful advice for anyone who is looking for a way to experience the...
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Homeschool How-To: Growth Mindset
Growth mindset is a positive attitude towards the process of learning, that leads to growth and improvement. This means embracing mistakes, appreciating effort, and encouraging goal-setting. In this Homeschool How-To, Stacey tackles this big subject and how you can make growth mindset possible in...
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Homeschool How-To: Narration
What exactly is narration, and why is it important to teach to your kids? Jenny discusses this cornerstone of the Charlotte Mason method that anyone can use and benefit from in their homeschools. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Homeschool How-To: The Magic of Read Alouds
In the first episode of our Homeschool How-To series, Stacey shares why reading aloud to our children is so important, and how even the busiest families can make time for read alouds. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned) head over to:...
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Technology, and How Our Kids Use It
The amount of technology used by kids is a hot debate, especially in the homeschool community. And this is one subject that Jenny and Stacey do very differently in their homeschools! In this episode, they discuss the different ways kids can use technology for educational purposes and why it can...
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Creating a Homeschool Community w/Jamie Phipps
Have you ever felt isolated or unsupported in your homeschool journey? It doesn't have to be that way! In this episode, Jenny interviews Jamie Phipps, a local homeschool mom of three who excels at creating a sense community in her homeschool. She is the co-founder of Humble Heart Press, a...
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Are We Homeschooling This Summer?
It's a hot debate in the homeschool community: Should you homeschool through the summer? Today, Jenny and Stacey discuss their summer plans and explain how they plan to incorporate lessons into their summer "break". (Also, find out what Jenny is naming her family band! Keep an eye out for them on...
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Mindfulness for Kids (and Adults!) w/Jessica Smith
Have you ever wondered how yoga and meditation can improve your life, or maybe even your kids' lives? In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Smith, a yoga instructor and mom of three young kids, to discuss how we can teach yoga and meditation to kids, and how it can improve their behavior and...
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Homeschooling in a Year of Change
Needless to say, this past year has been a roller coaster for all of us! In this episode, Jenny and Stacey review the curriculum and schedules they used this past year, and how they adapted their homeschools to accommodate the changes that took place in their lives. We hope this episode is…
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All About Speech Therapy w/Margaret Crawford, MS, CCC-SLP
What is speech therapy, and does your child need it? Today, we talk with our favorite speech-language pathologist Margaret Crawford (AKA Miss Maggie) about what every parent needs to know about their children's speech development. The insight she has is fascinating for families who have sought…
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A Homeschooler's Guide to Finding Curriculum
"What is the best curriculum?" and "Where should I buy it from?" are two questions that have probably crossed your mind several times as a homeschooler. Today, Jenny and Stacey tackle these questions head on, by sharing their experiences of researching, buying, and implementing new curriculum! To...
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Planner State of Mind w/Richelle Tinarello
Today we are talking about all things scheduling and planning! First, Jenny and Stacey discuss their typical daily homeschool routine. Then, they interview special guest Richelle Tinarello (10:09) of @plannerstateofmind on Instagram about how she recommends that you use planners to simplify your...
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Books We Love! w/ Kim & Erin from Youth Inspired Publishing
Are you looking for some great new book recommendations? In this episode, we break down our favorites for kids and adults! Plus, we are joined by our new friends Kim and Erin from Youth Inspired Publishing (at 4:54), to share details on their exciting art contest, as well as upcoming works that...
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What is a Homeschool Charter School? w/ Shauna Anderson
In this episode, we dive deep into what exactly a homeschool charter school is (and whether or not it's a good option for you) with our special guest Shauna Anderson. She has worked in the public charter school world for 16 years and is a homeschool mom of 6 kids. She is also the co-founder of...
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The Story of Us!
Welcome to the first episode of Learning for Life, a Homeschool Podcast! Get to know us and get an idea of who we are and why we homeschool in this introductory episode. To see the full show notes (including links to websites and items mentioned), head over to:...
About this show
Jenny and Stacey are two homeschool moms, who also balance working full-time and homesteading. However, they each have very different approaches to homeschooling their kids. They come together here to discuss big homeschooling topics, with the help of some special guests along the way. Learning for Life is all about how to encourage kids (and parents alike!) to develop a lifelong love of learning.
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