Homeschool with Moxie
If your homeschool feels too difficult, overwhelming, or stressful, then you may need to simplify in a few areas. This episode will help you clarify the problem and find real solutions. Welcome to the show notes for Episode #60 of the Homeschool with Moxie podcast! As a former classroom teacher, now homeschooling mom of five, I love to equip and… Read More
Want a way to communicate perseverance to your kids even through self-doubt? These are big lessons even for adults, but now you can introduce your kids to Zippy and Gus who will help them realize that being brave doesn’t mean that you’re never scared. Being brave means that you will push through hard and scary things despite your emotions. This… Read More
Mother’s Day is only a few weeks away, so I thought I’d offer a fun mystery box giveaway to three winners from my Etsy shop. Scroll down to the bottom of this post to enter this Mother’s Day Giveaway. What You’ll Win My shop specializes in vintage and up cycled treasures with a bit of color and a bit of… Read More
Mother’s Day is almost here! If you’re like me, you struggle with what to buy the mom in your life that adequately communicates how special she is to you. And what do you buy for her without cluttering up her house with more trinkets? Several years ago, I stumbled on an idea that I found in a magazine. My sister… Read More
Career exploration can be especially critical for homeschool families because we are often interested in using dual enrollment with community colleges to save time and money on higher education. It’s also tricky for parents to play the role of guidance counselor. Can you identify with these struggles? Then you’ll want to listen to this interview I had with Amanda Chamberlain… Read More
If you’ve ever considered opening an Etsy shop, now is the time! The demand is unprecedented for fabric face masks and you can start a thriving business right now. I’ll show you how to sell face masks on Etsy. I’ve been selling on Etsy since 2012 as a way to make a side income, decompress from homeschooling by crafting (introvert… Read More
Looking for G rated movies on Amazon Prime? Want options for this weekend’s family movie night? Here’s a list of 25 that you may not know about. Plus, at the time of this posting, they are all free on Amazon prime video. One more thing you should know about this list – they’re all rated G & PG! This post… Read More
Homeschool math can be a tricky subject to tackle for many reasons! This interview with Lisa Ann Dillon includes practical ideas for taking the anxiety out of math instruction and engaging our kids in the beauty of math. Welcome to the show notes for Episode #57 of the Homeschool with Moxie podcast! As a former classroom teacher, now homeschooling mom… Read More
What are the secrets of homeschooling on a tight budget? Here are my best tips to help you save money on your homeschool curriculum. Did you know that it costs anywhere between $6,000 and $18,000 for kids to be educated in our public schools each year? Read the studies here, here, and here. But for many homeschooling families, money is… Read More
Are you facing a homeschool necessity in the short term? Maybe the schools have closed for the remainder of the year, but your kids still need to be educated. Here is a simple plan that you can use to homeschool for a few months. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. I will receive a commission if you purchase… Read More
