School to Homeschool

In this episode, I pause to honor America's 250th birthday and reflect on what it means to teach our children about liberty, history, virtue, and truth....AND revisit a past episode to remember our past.  SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

In this episode, I talk with Elyse Scheeler, a licensed speech-language pathologist, special needs advocate, homeschool coach, and host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood. We talk about IEPs, speech delays, sensory needs, ADHD, executive functioning, and why parents can homeschool a child with additional needs. If you are wondering whether school is the only place your child can receive support, this episode will encourage and equip you. Connect with Elyse: Speaking Life Into Motherhood Podcast https://speakinglife.co/homeschool/ SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

After years of researching education history, I decided to try something radical: teaching my children with textbooks from the 1800s and early 1900s. In this episode, I share the surprising results, the books we're using, and why these simple, straightforward resources may hold lessons modern education has forgotten. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books and More! Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

In this episode, I talk with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation, about the growing crisis of aimlessness among young people and how families can prepare them for adulthood without relying solely on traditional education. We discuss purpose, practical skills, entrepreneurship, adventure, and helping teens become capable, confident adults. Connect with Matt Smith on Twitter Learn More about The Preparation Buy The Preparation on Amazon Matt Smith on Crisis Investing SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

What happens when a lifelong academic discovers that true education isn't found in credentials, but in curiosity? In this conversation with Megha Lillywhite of Classical Ideals, we discuss autodidactic learning, homeschooling, classical education, beautiful children's literature, the decline of artistic standards, the pursuit of beauty, and why independent thinking matters more than ever. If you've ever wondered how to raise curious children, cultivate a love of learning, or reclaim beauty in education, this episode is for you. Connect with Megha Lillywhite on Instagram Megha's Substack: Classical Ideals SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

Why do kids forget so much of what they learn—and why does school seem to make burnout worse instead of better? In this episode, we break down the science behind how the brain actually learns, including the role of memory consolidation, rest, and recovery. Backed by research from experts like Matthew Walker and Andrew Huberman, this video explains why constant input without recovery leads to poor retention, frustration, and mental fatigue. If you're a parent, homeschooler, or educator, this could completely change how you approach learning. Discover: Why kids forget what they study The hidden role of rest in learning How burnout is created in traditional education A better rhythm for real understanding and retention This isn't about doing more. It's about finally doing what works. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

In this episode, I talk with Nick Robinson from The Homeschool Helper about homeschooling teenagers, Classical Conversations, family culture, and raising kids who know how to think independently in an AI-driven world. Nick shares: Why his family chose homeschooling The power of community and co-ops Why middle and high school homeschooling matters How to nurture curiosity and creativity The role dads can play in homeschooling Why "behind" is the wrong way to think about education This conversation is full of encouragement for parents who are starting homeschooling, struggling through it, or wondering if it's worth continuing. Connect with Nick: https://thehomeschoolhelper.com/ The Homeschool Helper YouTube Channel Connect with Nick on Intagram Connect with Nick on TikTok SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

Are rabbit holes distractions…or the foundation of true education? Janae explores why curiosity-driven learning helps children retain information longer, connect subjects naturally, develop critical thinking skills, build endurance, and stay intellectually alive. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

For years, parents have been told to focus on managing behavior, following plans, and fixing their child's struggles. But what if that approach is missing the most important piece? We talk about why true progress for special needs families starts with the parent—our mindset, our emotional health, and our ability to lead our homes with clarity and strength. Dawn shares practical resources, including life skills tools, IEP support, and a community built specifically for families walking this path. If you've felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like nothing is really working long-term, this conversation is going to challenge you—but also give you a completely different way forward. Contact Dawn Fleming-Kendall Dawn's Links Life Skills Digital Download for Purchase Life Skills Paperback for Purchase SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.