The Creative Homeschool

Think Differently About Learning with Special Guests Angela & Maren from Homeschool Unrefined | Episode 68

Did you know that you can use an app for a full math curriculum? What about homeschooling makes it such a great fit for neurodivergent kids? How do you carve that time for free play when you feel like you have so much math to do? You're going to love this interview with Angela Sizer and Maren Goerss as we talk about all things homeschooling, but in particular, about all things learning, and how we can best support our kids and ourselves on this homeschool journey. At the time of this episode airing, you can pre-order their new book Think Differently About Learning on Amazon, right here (afflink). https://amzn.to/4eh3rfU [https://amzn.to/4eh3rfU] Think Differently About Learning will be available on June 18 wherever good books are sold! Follow Angela & Maren at @homeschoolunrefined on social media. Homeschool Unrefined Website: https://www.homeschoolunrefined.com/ [https://www.homeschoolunrefined.com/] Want me to do an episode on something that's on your mind?  Drop me a line at podcast@soulsparklettes.com. Introducing Delicious Diner, a creative writing course for kids where kids get to create recipes, a menu, help wanted ads, advertise, and even create a floor plan for their own imaginary diner while they're learning how to write, grammar, spelling, typing, entrepreneurship and more. This course is kid-tested, kid-approved, and designed with kid-input and is in short video bites that also teach kids how to use Canva, a free (or paid) graphics design program with over 75 million users.

The Critical Difference Between Shy and Introverted and 3 Ways to Help Both Thrive | Episode 67

Did you know it's possible to have a shy extrovert or a very social introvert? What's the difference between shy and introverted? What about extroverted and outgoing? And how do you support your kids who are any combination? Join me for a chat about how to best support our kids and their unique personalities - and these tips might just help you if you're introverted or shy too! Want me to do an episode on something that's on your mind?  Drop me a line at podcast@soulsparklettes.com. Introducing Delicious Diner, a creative writing course for kids where kids get to create recipes, a menu, help wanted ads, advertise, and even create a floor plan for their own imaginary diner while they're learning how to write, grammar, spelling, typing, entrepreneurship and more. This course is kid-tested, kid-approved, and designed with kid-input and is in short video bites that also teach kids how to use Canva, a free (or paid) graphics design program with over 75 million users.

Finding Connection in an Unexpected Place: A Mini-Field Trip Your Kids Might Love | Episode 66

When thinking about field trips, you might think of museums or zoos - but what about something closer to home?  Today I'm talking about a place that doesn't seem like the best field trip, but one that kids love every single time. I'm also talking about: * how we always feel like more and bigger is better * ways to find the connection in the smallest of places * why little things are joyful I'd love to know - do your kids find escalators fun too? Drop me a line at podcast@soulsparklettes.com. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube:@soulsparklettesart  Introducing Delicious Diner, a creative writing course for kids where kids get to create recipes, a menu, help wanted ads, advertise, and even create a floor plan for their own imaginary diner while they're learning how to write, grammar, spelling, typing, entrepreneurship and more. This course is kid-tested, kid-approved, and designed with kid-input and is in short video bites that also teach kids how to use Canva, a free (or paid) graphics design program with over 75 million users.

The Secular Homeschool Conference You need to Know About w/ Special Guest Brooke Langston DeMott | Episode 65

Join me as I talk with special guest Brooke Langston-DeMott, founder of the SHAPE Conference, a secular conference for homeschoolers that promises an experience for homeschooling adults AND their families! The conference is on July 21, 2024, and you're not going to want to miss it! In this episode we talk about:  * How Brooke got started homeschooling, and how she quickly found her own secular homeschooling friends * The importance of connecting with other homeschooling families * The reason she decided to start the SHAPE Homeschool Conference * The lack of secular conferences out there for homeschoolers and how to change that * Choices that Brooke intentionally made for creating this conference, and why she deliberately chose to have it NOT in a hotel * Her advice for starting your own secular homeschool conference * The presenters of the SHAPE conference, and why you should attend (and her special discount just for our listeners, see below!) ---------- Find out more about the SHAPE Conference and sign up here: https://shapeconference.com [https://shapeconference.com/] ➡️ Use the code SHAPE10 at checkout to get $10 off your SHAPE Conference admission, only for The Creative Homeschool Podcast listeners 🎉 --------- Is there another guest you'd love me to chat with? Let me know at podcast@soulsparklettes.com. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube:@soulsparklettesart  Introducing Delicious Diner, a creative writing course for kids where kids get to create recipes, a menu, help wanted ads, advertise, and even create a floor plan for their own imaginary diner while they're learning how to write, grammar, spelling, typing, entrepreneurship and more. This course is kid-tested, kid-approved, and designed with kid-input and is in short video bites that also teach kids how to use Canva, a free (or paid) graphics design program with over 75 million users.

Demystifying Math: How to Choose the Math Curriculum for Your Family | Episode 64

Choosing a math curriculum seems like rocket science. But the truth is, it can also be really easy!  Join me as I break down a few things that you'll want to think about when looking at a new math program for your kids, including: * the difference between a spiral and mastery program * things to look for and avoid when opening up that textbook * when it's okay to switch curriculum * how kids will learn math along with and in spite of a curriculum Are you interested in me breaking down specific curriculum? Let me know at podcast@soulsparklettes.com. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube:@soulsparklettesart  Find us on FaceBook www.facebook.com/soulsparklettesart [http://www.facebook.com/soulsparklettesart] Introducing Delicious Diner, a creative writing course for kids where kids get to create recipes, a menu, help wanted ads, advertise, and even create a floor plan for their own imaginary diner while they're learning how to write, grammar, spelling, typing, entrepreneurship and more. This course is kid-tested, kid-approved, and designed with kid-input and is in short video bites that also teach kids how to use Canva, a free (or paid) graphics design program with over 75 million users.