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Little by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family412. Ordering Our Hearts and Homeschool Families For Worshipful Holidays With Lyndsey Mimnaugh of Treehouse SchoolhouseThe holiday season is upon us and as a homeschool mom, you may have a moment (or two...or more) of panic about all the things you feel need to happen these next few weeks.
Today's guest, Lyndsey Mimnaugh, of Treehouse Schoolhouse says that the holiday season can be a powerful time of discipleship with our children. It isn't one more thing to do, but rather THE focus this Christmas season.
She is sharing how to simply tie it all together into your day, as well as how to shift the focus from consumerism and c...
2025-11-1022 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family412. Ordering Our Hearts and Homeschool Families For Worshipful Holidays With Lyndsey Mimnaugh of Treehouse SchoolhouseThe holiday season is upon us and as a homeschool mom, you may have a moment (or two...or more) of panic about all the things you feel need to happen these next few weeks.
Today's guest, Lyndsey Mimnaugh, of Treehouse Schoolhouse says that the holiday season can be a powerful time of discipleship with our children. It isn't one more thing to do, but rather THE focus this Christmas season.
She is sharing how to simply tie it all together into your day, as well as how to shift the focus from consumerism and c...
2025-11-1022 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family411. Preparing For Christmas: Advent For The Homeschool FamilyIt really is that time to start thinking about Advent. That doesn't mean you need to decorate for Christmas if you are not ready for that yet. But, if you want to be intentional about the Advent season, it's time to figure out your plans.
Growing up, Advent wasn't anything more than a special reading and candle lighting at church on Sunday. But when we began homeschooling and I realized all the opportunities that I now had with my children, I knew that this could be a time of the year rich with the Gospel and the...
2025-11-0616 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family411. Preparing For Christmas: Advent For The Homeschool FamilyIt really is that time to start thinking about Advent. That doesn't mean you need to decorate for Christmas if you are not ready for that yet. But, if you want to be intentional about the Advent season, it's time to figure out your plans.
Growing up, Advent wasn't anything more than a special reading and candle lighting at church on Sunday. But when we began homeschooling and I realized all the opportunities that I now had with my children, I knew that this could be a time of the year rich with the Gospel and the...
2025-11-0616 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family410. Autumn Homemaking Rhythms For Calm Homeschool DaysHave you noticed that you, the homeschool mom, sets the tone of the home? And as a homeschool family, this directly affects home education.
The autumn is a perfect time to be intentional about a few specific homemaking rhythms that can result in a more peaceful home and calmer homeschool days.
It doesn't require anything drastic or over the top. Choose even one of the tips that I share in this episode to help you and your family enjoy this time of the year.
Grab that hot cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa...
2025-11-0321 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family410. Autumn Homemaking Rhythms For Calm Homeschool DaysHave you noticed that you, the homeschool mom, sets the tone of the home? And as a homeschool family, this directly affects home education.
The autumn is a perfect time to be intentional about a few specific homemaking rhythms that can result in a more peaceful home and calmer homeschool days.
It doesn't require anything drastic or over the top. Choose even one of the tips that I share in this episode to help you and your family enjoy this time of the year.
Grab that hot cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa...
2025-11-0321 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family409. Q&A: Should Every Christian Homeschool? My Favorite Homeschool "Influencers," Behavior Issues At Groups, And More!Wow! You came in hot with these questions today.
Here are my off the cuff comments and I hope that each gives you a place to begin and you take it from here. My only wish is that we could sit over a cup of coffee and discuss these in person.
Until then, happy listening and enjoy what's in your mug!
♥ Leigh
ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https...
2025-10-3024 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family409. Q&A: Should Every Christian Homeschool? My Favorite Homeschool "Influencers," Behavior Issues At Groups, And More!Wow! You came in hot with these questions today.
Here are my off the cuff comments and I hope that each gives you a place to begin and you take it from here. My only wish is that we could sit over a cup of coffee and discuss these in person.
Until then, happy listening and enjoy what's in your mug!
♥ Leigh
ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https...
2025-10-3024 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family406. What Your Days Should Look Like As A Homeschool MomSo much of your time as a homeschool mom is spent with your own children and it can feel like an island at times. You're probably wondering how your days match up against other moms who are homeschooling their children.
But there is also the question looming in your mind about what you should be doing each day. Are you doing the right thing? Are you wasting time on things that don't matter?
Today's episode will tackle some of your questions and give you an insight into what your days should look like as a...
2025-10-2019 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family406. What Your Days Should Look Like As A Homeschool MomSo much of your time as a homeschool mom is spent with your own children and it can feel like an island at times. You're probably wondering how your days match up against other moms who are homeschooling their children.
But there is also the question looming in your mind about what you should be doing each day. Are you doing the right thing? Are you wasting time on things that don't matter?
Today's episode will tackle some of your questions and give you an insight into what your days should look like as a...
2025-10-2019 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family404. Q&A: Disruptive Kids At Homeschool Groups, What To Do With All The Art Projects, My Biggest Curriculum RegretWow! You really brought the questions for this one!
I loved the variety and the chance to answer some fun and some really tough homeschool questions.
It was a really good time answering these and I hope that you enjoy it too!
♥Leigh
ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
2025-10-1322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family404. Q&A: Disruptive Kids At Homeschool Groups, What To Do With All The Art Projects, My Biggest Curriculum RegretWow! You really brought the questions for this one!
I loved the variety and the chance to answer some fun and some really tough homeschool questions.
It was a really good time answering these and I hope that you enjoy it too!
♥Leigh
ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
2025-10-1322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family397. Rough Start To The Homeschool Year? 4 Ways To Make It BetterSo, you just started the homeschool year and you're having a hard time already. Should you throw in the towel? Are you just not cut out for this homeschool thing?
It can feel embarrassing to admit that homeschool isn't all that you thought it would be. It looks like everyone else started their year and they're living the dream. But you aren't.
I promise that all is not lost! Today's episode will share 4 ways to get out of this rough patch and get your homeschool onto the right track for the year.
Grab...
2025-09-1817 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family397. Rough Start To The Homeschool Year? 4 Ways To Make It BetterSo, you just started the homeschool year and you're having a hard time already. Should you throw in the towel? Are you just not cut out for this homeschool thing?
It can feel embarrassing to admit that homeschool isn't all that you thought it would be. It looks like everyone else started their year and they're living the dream. But you aren't.
I promise that all is not lost! Today's episode will share 4 ways to get out of this rough patch and get your homeschool onto the right track for the year.
Grab...
2025-09-1817 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family395. An Honest Look At How Technology Impacts Your Homeschool Children With Clare Morell Of The Tech ExitTechnology has come in like a tidal wave and our culture has just willingly accepted and adopted it all without questioning the ramifications. This isn't just for ourselves as adults, but for our children as well.
At this point, you'd have to be living in a cave to not know that there is some pushback and evidence showing the negative impact screens can have on our children. But, as a homeschool parent, you spend a lot of time being intentional and wonder if you've created enough boundaries around screens for your children.
Or maybe your...
2025-09-1124 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family395. An Honest Look At How Technology Impacts Your Homeschool Children With Clare Morell Of The Tech ExitTechnology has come in like a tidal wave and our culture has just willingly accepted and adopted it all without questioning the ramifications. This isn't just for ourselves as adults, but for our children as well.
At this point, you'd have to be living in a cave to not know that there is some pushback and evidence showing the negative impact screens can have on our children. But, as a homeschool parent, you spend a lot of time being intentional and wonder if you've created enough boundaries around screens for your children.
Or maybe your...
2025-09-1124 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family394. The School System Is Outdated: Is Your Homeschool?We're going to poke the bear a little bit today. But not to make enemies. Instead, let's take a look at how the school system matches up with the here and now and then, flip the script to make your homeschool what it needs to be for your family.
It's no secret that many families are choosing to home educate their children. At the end of the day, are you simply replicating the school system at home? You've left the system for various reasons, but are you still stuck in an outdated way of educating children?
2025-09-0818 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family394. The School System Is Outdated: Is Your Homeschool?We're going to poke the bear a little bit today. But not to make enemies. Instead, let's take a look at how the school system matches up with the here and now and then, flip the script to make your homeschool what it needs to be for your family.
It's no secret that many families are choosing to home educate their children. At the end of the day, are you simply replicating the school system at home? You've left the system for various reasons, but are you still stuck in an outdated way of educating children?
2025-09-0818 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family393. Struggling With Homeschool Consistency? Put Your Big Girl Pants On!DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
The (not so) funny thing about homeschooling is that in theory, it sounds like a magical place full of perfect days. And then...reality hits. As the homeschool mom, we have to actually carry through with the plan.
Enter the hurdle of consistency.
You know how it goes: great curriculum and a plan for the day and then one thing after another and it feels easier to just put everything aside for today.
And then tomorrow, the da...
2025-09-0419 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family393. Struggling With Homeschool Consistency? Put Your Big Girl Pants On!DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
The (not so) funny thing about homeschooling is that in theory, it sounds like a magical place full of perfect days. And then...reality hits. As the homeschool mom, we have to actually carry through with the plan.
Enter the hurdle of consistency.
You know how it goes: great curriculum and a plan for the day and then one thing after another and it feels easier to just put everything aside for today.
And then tomorrow, the da...
2025-09-0419 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family391. From Being Threatened With Jail To Homeschooling Trailblazer: Zan Tyler On Keeping Eternity In PerspectiveJOIN ZAN TYLER, WHITNEY NEWBY, AND LEIGH NGUYEN AT LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE: https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
Nowadays, we take for granted that we can easily switch to homeschooling and continue for as long as we want to. But, the early homeschoolers didn't have that assurance. It took a few brave parents to step into the unknown and create a path for us to follow.
Zan Tyler is one of those women! She and her husband made the decision to homeschool before anyone even knew what that was. They became trailblazers in cr...
2025-08-2824 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family391. From Being Threatened With Jail To Homeschooling Trailblazer: Zan Tyler On Keeping Eternity In PerspectiveJOIN ZAN TYLER, WHITNEY NEWBY, AND LEIGH NGUYEN AT LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE: https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference
Nowadays, we take for granted that we can easily switch to homeschooling and continue for as long as we want to. But, the early homeschoolers didn't have that assurance. It took a few brave parents to step into the unknown and create a path for us to follow.
Zan Tyler is one of those women! She and her husband made the decision to homeschool before anyone even knew what that was. They became trailblazers in cr...
2025-08-2824 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family390. Creating a Flexible Homeschool Plan That Won’t Fall Apart Mid-YearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It is so exciting to begin a new homeschool year. The planners, curriculum, art supplies, and so on are shiny and new and the possibilities seem endless.
But, the hurdle is to keep the perspective in mind that whatever you plan, needs to be sustainable. Because when the fun wears off (and it will), have you created a plan that you can continue with throughout the entire homeschool year?
Grab a pen and paper or open the notes in y...
2025-08-2520 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family390. Creating a Flexible Homeschool Plan That Won’t Fall Apart Mid-YearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It is so exciting to begin a new homeschool year. The planners, curriculum, art supplies, and so on are shiny and new and the possibilities seem endless.
But, the hurdle is to keep the perspective in mind that whatever you plan, needs to be sustainable. Because when the fun wears off (and it will), have you created a plan that you can continue with throughout the entire homeschool year?
Grab a pen and paper or open the notes in y...
2025-08-2520 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family388. How Should A Christian Homeschool Mom View Homemaking? With Mystie Winckler of Simply ConvivialDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Your to-do list is jam-packed with all the things and it probably feels like too much at times. How is any one person supposed to get it all done, including all of the laundry, cooking, and cleaning too? Oh and with a good attitude as well, right?
Today's guest, Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial has been a homeschooling homemaker for over two decades. She has experienced that sane overwhelming feeling and responded in a few different ways until she took into c...
2025-08-1826 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family388. How Should A Christian Homeschool Mom View Homemaking? With Mystie Winckler of Simply ConvivialDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Your to-do list is jam-packed with all the things and it probably feels like too much at times. How is any one person supposed to get it all done, including all of the laundry, cooking, and cleaning too? Oh and with a good attitude as well, right?
Today's guest, Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial has been a homeschooling homemaker for over two decades. She has experienced that sane overwhelming feeling and responded in a few different ways until she took into c...
2025-08-1826 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family387. Q&A: What If I Have To Work? Reading Resistance, Building Homeschool Community, When To Add Screens In School, Homeschooling A 5 Year OldASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
Your questions are amazing and I had so much fun answering these. I love delving into a variety of topics and today's episode covers so much.
Even if you don't find yourself in any of these circumstances, I think it really helps us to understand other homeschool moms better when we stop, listen, and place ourselves in their position. We all really are trying to do right by our own family and the best place to find ourselves is cheering o...
2025-08-1420 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family387. Q&A: What If I Have To Work? Reading Resistance, Building Homeschool Community, When To Add Screens In School, Homeschooling A 5 Year OldASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion
Your questions are amazing and I had so much fun answering these. I love delving into a variety of topics and today's episode covers so much.
Even if you don't find yourself in any of these circumstances, I think it really helps us to understand other homeschool moms better when we stop, listen, and place ourselves in their position. We all really are trying to do right by our own family and the best place to find ourselves is cheering o...
2025-08-1420 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family386. You Don’t Have to Do It All: Breaking the Super Homeschool Mom MythDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Do you feel the weight of the world upon your shoulders as a homeschool mom? You are responsible for, not only the physical growth of your children, but now their education and the discipleship of them 24/7.
It's a lot. And you're probably putting even more pressure upon yourself to get it all done and to get it all right. With just enough effort, you can be the best homeschool mom out there. Right?
But, what if the idea of b...
2025-08-1118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family386. You Don’t Have to Do It All: Breaking the Super Homeschool Mom MythDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Do you feel the weight of the world upon your shoulders as a homeschool mom? You are responsible for, not only the physical growth of your children, but now their education and the discipleship of them 24/7.
It's a lot. And you're probably putting even more pressure upon yourself to get it all done and to get it all right. With just enough effort, you can be the best homeschool mom out there. Right?
But, what if the idea of b...
2025-08-1118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family385. Uncomplicate Your Homeschool With Reverse PlanningDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Most homeschool moms don't plan to make home education complicated. But, it can easily end up there with all of the input from others and the mile high list of things you want to read, do, learn, and experience with your children.
Planning is one thing that can cause confusion and complication. Your homeschool bestie does it one way, your favorite blogger does something different, and your favorite author has a completely opposite way to plan.
And somewhere in t...
2025-08-0717 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family385. Uncomplicate Your Homeschool With Reverse PlanningDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Most homeschool moms don't plan to make home education complicated. But, it can easily end up there with all of the input from others and the mile high list of things you want to read, do, learn, and experience with your children.
Planning is one thing that can cause confusion and complication. Your homeschool bestie does it one way, your favorite blogger does something different, and your favorite author has a completely opposite way to plan.
And somewhere in t...
2025-08-0717 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family384. Which Homeschool Style Is Right For Your Family?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Whether you're brand new to homeschooling and just trying to figure things out or you're a seasoned homeschool mom who needs a breath of fresh air for this school year, styles of homeschooling are a great way to get your footing.
Nobody says you have to be a purist. But, you can be if you want to. It really all comes down to what is best for your family...right now. That means your homeschool style could remain the same for a...
2025-08-0423 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family384. Which Homeschool Style Is Right For Your Family?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Whether you're brand new to homeschooling and just trying to figure things out or you're a seasoned homeschool mom who needs a breath of fresh air for this school year, styles of homeschooling are a great way to get your footing.
Nobody says you have to be a purist. But, you can be if you want to. It really all comes down to what is best for your family...right now. That means your homeschool style could remain the same for a...
2025-08-0423 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family382. 5 Steps To Adjusting From Summer Break Mentality To The Homeschool YearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's that time of the year and I don't want you to be caught off guard. The summer tends to be more relaxed and free and then suddenly, homeschool moms become drill sergeants and expect everyone to fall in line.
Now that is a recipe for disaster...for you and your kids!
Let's talk about how to transition from the summer and the mentality that comes with time off to getting back into the swing of things th...
2025-07-2819 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family382. 5 Steps To Adjusting From Summer Break Mentality To The Homeschool YearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's that time of the year and I don't want you to be caught off guard. The summer tends to be more relaxed and free and then suddenly, homeschool moms become drill sergeants and expect everyone to fall in line.
Now that is a recipe for disaster...for you and your kids!
Let's talk about how to transition from the summer and the mentality that comes with time off to getting back into the swing of things th...
2025-07-2819 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family376. Making And Creating Friendships As A Homeschool Mom With Kristen StrongDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Homeschooling doesn't require you to be sequestered at home with zero interaction or friends. That means the desire you have as a homeschool mom to have friendships with other women is okay. And you should act on it!
Kristen Strong joined me on the podcast today to discuss this very topic. We talked about some practical ways to connect with other women, along with the benefits of friendships.
You may feel like you are in a season th...
2025-07-0720 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family376. Making And Creating Friendships As A Homeschool Mom With Kristen StrongDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Homeschooling doesn't require you to be sequestered at home with zero interaction or friends. That means the desire you have as a homeschool mom to have friendships with other women is okay. And you should act on it!
Kristen Strong joined me on the podcast today to discuss this very topic. We talked about some practical ways to connect with other women, along with the benefits of friendships.
You may feel like you are in a season th...
2025-07-0720 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family375. Tips For The Part-Time Working Homeschool Mom Or The Mom Thinking About ItGET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
All homeschool moms juggle various roles and wear many hats. But, some work part-time, along with home educating their children.
Whether you work out of the home, from home, or are thinking about starting a part-time job or online business, I have a few tips to share with you today.
During my 14 years of homeschooling, I've had a few part-time gigs and have had many conversations with other women who balance work and homeschool. My goal is to equip you with some i...
2025-07-0317 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family375. Tips For The Part-Time Working Homeschool Mom Or The Mom Thinking About ItGET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
All homeschool moms juggle various roles and wear many hats. But, some work part-time, along with home educating their children.
Whether you work out of the home, from home, or are thinking about starting a part-time job or online business, I have a few tips to share with you today.
During my 14 years of homeschooling, I've had a few part-time gigs and have had many conversations with other women who balance work and homeschool. My goal is to equip you with some i...
2025-07-0317 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family373. Why a Homeschool Mom is Scared and How to Overcome FearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Fear. Is it holding you back from beginning to homeschool? Is it holding you back from really embracing your homeschool? Is it holding you back from doing what is best for your children?
It can do all of those things...and more.
Let's stop giving fear a seat at the table. Acknowledge it, yes. And then, let's flip it on it's head and use it as motivation to create the best homeschool for your kids.
This episode o...
2025-06-2619 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family373. Why a Homeschool Mom is Scared and How to Overcome FearDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Fear. Is it holding you back from beginning to homeschool? Is it holding you back from really embracing your homeschool? Is it holding you back from doing what is best for your children?
It can do all of those things...and more.
Let's stop giving fear a seat at the table. Acknowledge it, yes. And then, let's flip it on it's head and use it as motivation to create the best homeschool for your kids.
This episode o...
2025-06-2619 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family372. Finding Peace In The Overwhelming Homeschool Years With Whitney Newby Of Brighter Day PressDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
There are so many demands during the homeschooling years and moms can quickly spiral into feeling overwhelmed.
Today's guest, Whitney Newby, of Brighter Day Press is sharing her journey and practical tips so you can use these years to grow in your faith and walk with God. She knows what it feels like to be in the trenches and found that turning towards Scripture and Truth gave her the peace she needed.
Whitney will also be speaking at Little by...
2025-06-2327 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family372. Finding Peace In The Overwhelming Homeschool Years With Whitney Newby Of Brighter Day PressDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
There are so many demands during the homeschooling years and moms can quickly spiral into feeling overwhelmed.
Today's guest, Whitney Newby, of Brighter Day Press is sharing her journey and practical tips so you can use these years to grow in your faith and walk with God. She knows what it feels like to be in the trenches and found that turning towards Scripture and Truth gave her the peace she needed.
Whitney will also be speaking at Little by...
2025-06-2327 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family371. How To Truly Enjoy Being With Your Homeschool ChildrenDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's one thing to love our children, but it's another thing to really enjoy being with them.
Unfortunately, it's very common for parents to use the excuse of not wanting to homeschool because they, "Could never be with their kids all day." But, homeschool parents can fall into the trap of thinking they have done a good thing by home educating, but completely miss the connection that is possible.
If you've been frustrated with your homeschool children and want t...
2025-06-1918 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family371. How To Truly Enjoy Being With Your Homeschool ChildrenDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's one thing to love our children, but it's another thing to really enjoy being with them.
Unfortunately, it's very common for parents to use the excuse of not wanting to homeschool because they, "Could never be with their kids all day." But, homeschool parents can fall into the trap of thinking they have done a good thing by home educating, but completely miss the connection that is possible.
If you've been frustrated with your homeschool children and want t...
2025-06-1918 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family370. 3 Common Characteristics Of Homeschool GraduatesDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It might feel a million years away, but your homeschooler will eventually complete their home education years.
Are you preparing them now for that time?
I know, it seems silly to bring up that question when your child is only 8 years old. But, I have noticed 3 really amazing characteristics among homeschoolers whose parents were intentional.
Grab that load of laundry that needs folding and listen in so you can keep these characteristics as goals for yo...
2025-06-1620 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family370. 3 Common Characteristics Of Homeschool GraduatesDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It might feel a million years away, but your homeschooler will eventually complete their home education years.
Are you preparing them now for that time?
I know, it seems silly to bring up that question when your child is only 8 years old. But, I have noticed 3 really amazing characteristics among homeschoolers whose parents were intentional.
Grab that load of laundry that needs folding and listen in so you can keep these characteristics as goals for yo...
2025-06-1620 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family367. Do YOU Inspire Your Homeschool Children?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
There are a lot of people looking to influence and thus, inspire your homeschool children. From social media platforms to corporations to friends and so on.
But, as homeschool parents, we should be intentional about being the first people to hold influence over our children. And that's easy when they are young and their world revolves around the family and home.
And as our children get older, it's easy to become complacent and just go through the motions and c...
2025-06-0520 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family367. Do YOU Inspire Your Homeschool Children?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
There are a lot of people looking to influence and thus, inspire your homeschool children. From social media platforms to corporations to friends and so on.
But, as homeschool parents, we should be intentional about being the first people to hold influence over our children. And that's easy when they are young and their world revolves around the family and home.
And as our children get older, it's easy to become complacent and just go through the motions and c...
2025-06-0520 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family366. 4 "Controversial" Things We Did As Christian Homeschool ParentsDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you become a parent there are suddenly many decisions to be made. And some of those are seen as "controversial" within the culture you are raising your children.
Our 3 homeschooled children are all older now and can see the value in the decisions that my husband and I made. It wasn't always easy at the time to stick with our convictions, but the pay off has been amazing.
My list may be the same as you, slightly different, o...
2025-06-0223 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family366. 4 "Controversial" Things We Did As Christian Homeschool ParentsDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you become a parent there are suddenly many decisions to be made. And some of those are seen as "controversial" within the culture you are raising your children.
Our 3 homeschooled children are all older now and can see the value in the decisions that my husband and I made. It wasn't always easy at the time to stick with our convictions, but the pay off has been amazing.
My list may be the same as you, slightly different, o...
2025-06-0223 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family365. What Is Family Culture? And How To Figure It Out For Your Homeschool FamilyDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you look around at other families, it's pretty easy to tell that you all do family a little bit differently. Sometimes, you can't quite put a finger on what that is.
But, today, we're going to explore family culture. You have one. And so does everyone else.
I have a list of questions that are foundational for unpacking your unique family culture. Grab a pen and paper to write these down. Then afterwards, take some time to...
2025-05-2921 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family365. What Is Family Culture? And How To Figure It Out For Your Homeschool FamilyDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you look around at other families, it's pretty easy to tell that you all do family a little bit differently. Sometimes, you can't quite put a finger on what that is.
But, today, we're going to explore family culture. You have one. And so does everyone else.
I have a list of questions that are foundational for unpacking your unique family culture. Grab a pen and paper to write these down. Then afterwards, take some time to...
2025-05-2921 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family362. Simple Tips To Keep The Learning Going While On Homeschool Summer BreakFIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR HOMESCHOOL: https://www.rainbowresource.com/
The summer is a great time to refresh our minds and bodies from the heavy focus on academics during the homeschool year. But, we shouldn't become zombies and lose brain cells.
There is a happy medium! And today's episode is going to give you ideas about how to keep your homeschool children learning over the summer, while balancing that with it not overwhelming you.
Grab a pen and paper so you can scribble down a few ideas and then...have fun w...
2025-05-1924 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family362. Simple Tips To Keep The Learning Going While On Homeschool Summer BreakFIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR HOMESCHOOL: https://www.rainbowresource.com/
The summer is a great time to refresh our minds and bodies from the heavy focus on academics during the homeschool year. But, we shouldn't become zombies and lose brain cells.
There is a happy medium! And today's episode is going to give you ideas about how to keep your homeschool children learning over the summer, while balancing that with it not overwhelming you.
Grab a pen and paper so you can scribble down a few ideas and then...have fun w...
2025-05-1924 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family361. Meal Time Doesn't Have To Be Complicated! Provide Nutritious Meals For Your Homeschool Family With Chandis Of Close To NatureDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Three times a day (plus snacks!), you've got at least a few sets of eyes looking to you, the homeschool mom, for nourishment. In plain English: you're responsible for feeding everyone over and over and over again. Lol!
It's easy to get off track with nutrition and the budget when it comes to getting food into the house and onto the table.
Today's guest is Chandis of Close to Nature. She is a registered dietician nutritionist, along with being a...
2025-05-1530 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family361. Meal Time Doesn't Have To Be Complicated! Provide Nutritious Meals For Your Homeschool Family With Chandis Of Close To NatureDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Three times a day (plus snacks!), you've got at least a few sets of eyes looking to you, the homeschool mom, for nourishment. In plain English: you're responsible for feeding everyone over and over and over again. Lol!
It's easy to get off track with nutrition and the budget when it comes to getting food into the house and onto the table.
Today's guest is Chandis of Close to Nature. She is a registered dietician nutritionist, along with being a...
2025-05-1530 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family359. Properly Socializing Your Homeschool Children So They Aren't WeirdosDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Ah, the age-old socialization question...
No matter where you homeschool or how long you've been doing it, you will be asked about socializing your children. We often roll our eyes and bite our tongues.
But, as a homeschool parent, you may have a legitimate concern about your child being stigmatized as a weird homeschooler.
We're taking a fun poke at socialization and weirdness in today's episode. I hope you have fun with it too, but also walk a...
2025-05-0820 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family359. Properly Socializing Your Homeschool Children So They Aren't WeirdosDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Ah, the age-old socialization question...
No matter where you homeschool or how long you've been doing it, you will be asked about socializing your children. We often roll our eyes and bite our tongues.
But, as a homeschool parent, you may have a legitimate concern about your child being stigmatized as a weird homeschooler.
We're taking a fun poke at socialization and weirdness in today's episode. I hope you have fun with it too, but also walk a...
2025-05-0820 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family357. Did You Do Enough This Homeschool Year?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
As you close out this homeschool year, do you have that looming question of whether you did enough hanging over your head?
Unfortunately, it seems to be a theme in our minds and it comes up often throughout the year. But, you are finding yourself closing the books on this homeschool year and wondering one final time if you did enough.
Pop your ear buds in as we take a walk down memory lane...AKA the past homeschool year.
2025-05-0118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family357. Did You Do Enough This Homeschool Year?DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
As you close out this homeschool year, do you have that looming question of whether you did enough hanging over your head?
Unfortunately, it seems to be a theme in our minds and it comes up often throughout the year. But, you are finding yourself closing the books on this homeschool year and wondering one final time if you did enough.
Pop your ear buds in as we take a walk down memory lane...AKA the past homeschool year.
2025-05-0118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family354. Step By Step To Choosing Next Homeschool Year's CurriculumDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's such an exciting time of the year! There are so many amazing homeschool curriculum options out there and it's now time to make some choices.
Let's back up to the fact that there are a lot of options. Which one to choose?
I have a simple step-by-step process that served me well through many years of homeschooling. It kept me on track and focused, as well as giving me the freedom to make decisions that were best for m...
2025-04-2118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family354. Step By Step To Choosing Next Homeschool Year's CurriculumDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
It's such an exciting time of the year! There are so many amazing homeschool curriculum options out there and it's now time to make some choices.
Let's back up to the fact that there are a lot of options. Which one to choose?
I have a simple step-by-step process that served me well through many years of homeschooling. It kept me on track and focused, as well as giving me the freedom to make decisions that were best for m...
2025-04-2118 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family353. 5 Things That Confirmed Our Decision To HomeschoolDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you're in the trenches of homeschooling, you wonder if all of this is worth it?
The academics, discipleship, life skills, character building, activities, housework...and on and on. It sure would be nice to have some confirmation that you're on the right track.
Drawing from our 15 years of homeschooling, I'm sharing some major moments that confirmed my family's decision to homeschool. My hope is that you can see these right now in your life and that it...
2025-04-1722 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family353. 5 Things That Confirmed Our Decision To HomeschoolDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
When you're in the trenches of homeschooling, you wonder if all of this is worth it?
The academics, discipleship, life skills, character building, activities, housework...and on and on. It sure would be nice to have some confirmation that you're on the right track.
Drawing from our 15 years of homeschooling, I'm sharing some major moments that confirmed my family's decision to homeschool. My hope is that you can see these right now in your life and that it...
2025-04-1722 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family352. How to End the Homeschool Year: Honestly Reflect BackDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
As you near the end of this homeschool year, how are you feeling about it?
One way to help you create a great homeschool is to reflect back upon the year. But, it has to be done honestly. Painting a perfect picture doesn't help you, your children, or your family as a whole.
Today's episode is a guide to help you look upon all that you did and didn't do this year to get a better idea of what wi...
2025-04-1420 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family352. How to End the Homeschool Year: Honestly Reflect BackDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
As you near the end of this homeschool year, how are you feeling about it?
One way to help you create a great homeschool is to reflect back upon the year. But, it has to be done honestly. Painting a perfect picture doesn't help you, your children, or your family as a whole.
Today's episode is a guide to help you look upon all that you did and didn't do this year to get a better idea of what wi...
2025-04-1420 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family350. Finding the Balance Between Rules and Relationship in Homeschool ParentingGET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Academics is often what brings many families to homeschooling. But then, we realize that so much else is important in our parenting and the home education years.
One topic that keeps coming up lately, even in conversations with my grown children, is the balance between rules and relationship with parents and children. And we can easily default to focusing on one over the other.
But, in raising our children and reading tons of books, along with the guidance in Scripture, James and I...
2025-04-0727 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family350. Finding the Balance Between Rules and Relationship in Homeschool ParentingGET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Academics is often what brings many families to homeschooling. But then, we realize that so much else is important in our parenting and the home education years.
One topic that keeps coming up lately, even in conversations with my grown children, is the balance between rules and relationship with parents and children. And we can easily default to focusing on one over the other.
But, in raising our children and reading tons of books, along with the guidance in Scripture, James and I...
2025-04-0727 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family346. Addressing The Homeschool Mom Excuse Of Needing Alone TimeDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
We sure do love and feel entitled to our alone time in motherhood, don't we? And listen, I'm right there with you. That was a coveted goal of mine, until...well, you'll get to hear my story.
You may be thinking about homeschooling or feeling like you are missing out on something you should be getting because of homeschool. Both of those camps {and anyone in between} can benefit from the little jolt to the system that this episode will give.
2025-03-2419 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family346. Addressing The Homeschool Mom Excuse Of Needing Alone TimeDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
We sure do love and feel entitled to our alone time in motherhood, don't we? And listen, I'm right there with you. That was a coveted goal of mine, until...well, you'll get to hear my story.
You may be thinking about homeschooling or feeling like you are missing out on something you should be getting because of homeschool. Both of those camps {and anyone in between} can benefit from the little jolt to the system that this episode will give.
2025-03-2419 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family343. Eliminate Burnout And Recover Your Homeschool ExperienceDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Let's recognize the elephant in the room and have a conversation that is much needed in the homeschool world. We all experience it at some point, so why not talk about it?
The topic is: burnout.
What is it? What causes it? And how do you get to the other side?
But, not only that. Let's figure out what is causing it and make the appropriate changes to your homeschool to keep you from getting burned out....
2025-03-1322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family343. Eliminate Burnout And Recover Your Homeschool ExperienceDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
Let's recognize the elephant in the room and have a conversation that is much needed in the homeschool world. We all experience it at some point, so why not talk about it?
The topic is: burnout.
What is it? What causes it? And how do you get to the other side?
But, not only that. Let's figure out what is causing it and make the appropriate changes to your homeschool to keep you from getting burned out....
2025-03-1322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family340. Help! Homeschooling May Make Me Lose My Mind!DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
Are you feeling a little bonkers in your brain? The to-do list, educational goals, discipling and discipling children, and keeping up with your home is all jumbled together and you wonder if you'll make it out the other side with any type of sanity.
If so, today's episode is dedicated to you!
Join me as we unravel the web of all that you have...
2025-03-0322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family340. Help! Homeschooling May Make Me Lose My Mind!DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
Are you feeling a little bonkers in your brain? The to-do list, educational goals, discipling and discipling children, and keeping up with your home is all jumbled together and you wonder if you'll make it out the other side with any type of sanity.
If so, today's episode is dedicated to you!
Join me as we unravel the web of all that you have...
2025-03-0322 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family339. Instilling Character Traits In Homeschool Children By Using Historical Stories With Marilyn Boyer of Character ConceptsDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
You've heard that it's a good idea to teach your homeschool children character. And you're convinced that it will be a good use of your time. But, where do you start?
Today's guest, Marilyn Boyer, from Character Concepts has been helping parents instill character traits and qualities into homeschooled children for years. And she has combined that with her love of history and storytelling to help...
2025-02-2726 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family339. Instilling Character Traits In Homeschool Children By Using Historical Stories With Marilyn Boyer of Character ConceptsDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
You've heard that it's a good idea to teach your homeschool children character. And you're convinced that it will be a good use of your time. But, where do you start?
Today's guest, Marilyn Boyer, from Character Concepts has been helping parents instill character traits and qualities into homeschooled children for years. And she has combined that with her love of history and storytelling to help...
2025-02-2726 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family338. Teaching Homeschoolers Writing Skills: Ideas That Don't End In TearsJOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Calling all homeschool mom's who have been met with resistance when teaching a child writing skills! I know you've got your hand raised on that one. And if you don't, well, maybe give it a little more time. Lol!
But for those of you who have had one too many writing lessons end in tears, I know how you feel. Through my years of homeschooling multiple children, I've encountered many different situations.
Today's episode shares some "secrets" I've learned, along with permission to...
2025-02-2425 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family338. Teaching Homeschoolers Writing Skills: Ideas That Don't End In TearsJOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Calling all homeschool mom's who have been met with resistance when teaching a child writing skills! I know you've got your hand raised on that one. And if you don't, well, maybe give it a little more time. Lol!
But for those of you who have had one too many writing lessons end in tears, I know how you feel. Through my years of homeschooling multiple children, I've encountered many different situations.
Today's episode shares some "secrets" I've learned, along with permission to...
2025-02-2425 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family336. 3 Fool-Proof Ideas To Figure Out If Your Homeschool Is On The Right TrackJOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Questioning your ability to homeschool probably happens often. Maybe on a weekly basis. Possibly even daily.
You've taken on what is seen as a unique responsibility in our culture. Everyone else just puts their kids on the bus or joins the carpool line and they just assume that their children will be educated properly.
But, homeschooling is different because the entire 360 degree view of life is included and you often wonder if things are going well and if you're on the right tr...
2025-02-1719 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family336. 3 Fool-Proof Ideas To Figure Out If Your Homeschool Is On The Right TrackJOIN THE MENTORSHIP https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship
Questioning your ability to homeschool probably happens often. Maybe on a weekly basis. Possibly even daily.
You've taken on what is seen as a unique responsibility in our culture. Everyone else just puts their kids on the bus or joins the carpool line and they just assume that their children will be educated properly.
But, homeschooling is different because the entire 360 degree view of life is included and you often wonder if things are going well and if you're on the right tr...
2025-02-1719 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family320. 5 Pillars of Wellness For Homeschool Moms With Teresa Wiedrick Of Homeschool Mama Self-CareDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
During the homeschool years, there is one key linchpin in the whole process of home education that is often overlooked until it's almost too late. Any guess?
It's the homeschool mom! YOU!
The motherhood journey requires a lot of sacrifice day in and day out and homeschool moms can easily become burned out.
Today's guest, Teresa Wiedrick of Homeschool Mam...
2024-12-2328 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family320. 5 Pillars of Wellness For Homeschool Moms With Teresa Wiedrick Of Homeschool Mama Self-CareDESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S HOMESCHOOL WITH YOUR HOMESCHOOL BLUEPRINT https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint
CREATE YOUR HOME TASK SYSTEM WITH THE TIDY HOME https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome
During the homeschool years, there is one key linchpin in the whole process of home education that is often overlooked until it's almost too late. Any guess?
It's the homeschool mom! YOU!
The motherhood journey requires a lot of sacrifice day in and day out and homeschool moms can easily become burned out.
Today's guest, Teresa Wiedrick of Homeschool Mam...
2024-12-2328 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family281. Back To School: What Is The Best Way To Set Up Your Homeschool Schedule? Get Your Year And Days Organized24 hours in a day, 7 days a week for 365 days a year and that is a lot of time to fill up, but also not a lot of time as a homeschool mom.
The home education of your children is a priority, but how can that fit into a family's daily life? And how does it become a center block to the day?
If we fail to plan, we plan to fail. And this is so true for homeschool. Without a plan, you simply could easily neglect and forget about your educational goals and curriculum. You've t...
2024-08-0821 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family281. Back To School: What Is The Best Way To Set Up Your Homeschool Schedule? Get Your Year And Days Organized24 hours in a day, 7 days a week for 365 days a year and that is a lot of time to fill up, but also not a lot of time as a homeschool mom.
The home education of your children is a priority, but how can that fit into a family's daily life? And how does it become a center block to the day?
If we fail to plan, we plan to fail. And this is so true for homeschool. Without a plan, you simply could easily neglect and forget about your educational goals and curriculum. You've t...
2024-08-0821 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family280. Back To School: Let's Crush Your Housework And Get It All Done During The Homeschool YearBeing a stay at home homeschooling mom is a lot of fun, but it isn't without it's challenges. One of those being the keeping up with all of the chores and housework. It is never ending and can make us feel like giving up altogether.
There is hope though! And it doesn't have to be all or nothing. A manageable chore system is within your reach.
And today's episode in the back to homeschool series is all about helping you create realistic goals in order to keep up with the housework while you home educate...
2024-08-0621 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family280. Back To School: Let's Crush Your Housework And Get It All Done During The Homeschool YearBeing a stay at home homeschooling mom is a lot of fun, but it isn't without it's challenges. One of those being the keeping up with all of the chores and housework. It is never ending and can make us feel like giving up altogether.
There is hope though! And it doesn't have to be all or nothing. A manageable chore system is within your reach.
And today's episode in the back to homeschool series is all about helping you create realistic goals in order to keep up with the housework while you home educate...
2024-08-0621 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family279. Back To School: How To Choose The Right Homeschool Curriculum For This YearOne of your top concerns, if not the top one, is which curriculum should you use to homeschool your children? And there are a ton out there to choose from, which I'm sure you have discovered.
In this week's series all about back to homeschool, let's tackle the elephant in the room: curriculum. I have a very specific method for choosing curriculum and resources for your family and we're going to scratch the surface of that today.
Grab your homeschool mom notebook and a pen because you're definitely going to want to write down these...
2024-08-0516 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family279. Back To School: How To Choose The Right Homeschool Curriculum For This YearOne of your top concerns, if not the top one, is which curriculum should you use to homeschool your children? And there are a ton out there to choose from, which I'm sure you have discovered.
In this week's series all about back to homeschool, let's tackle the elephant in the room: curriculum. I have a very specific method for choosing curriculum and resources for your family and we're going to scratch the surface of that today.
Grab your homeschool mom notebook and a pen because you're definitely going to want to write down these...
2024-08-0516 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family262. You CAN Homeschool Through High School: Carrie De Francisco From Coffee With Carrie Shares The Most Important Things You Need To KnowLike most homeschool moms, you probably doubt your ability to homeschool your children all the way through high school. Not only that, but friends, family, and even strangers attempt to influence your decision.
Today's episode, with former teacher, Carrie DeFrancisco from Coffee With Carrie, is going to be just what will empower you to homeschool long-term. She shares what you need in order to homeschool your teens, along with giving you the reality of what that can look like.
Grab your cup of coffee and join the conversation!
♥ Leigh
Car...
2024-06-0626 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family262. You CAN Homeschool Through High School: Carrie De Francisco From Coffee With Carrie Shares The Most Important Things You Need To KnowLike most homeschool moms, you probably doubt your ability to homeschool your children all the way through high school. Not only that, but friends, family, and even strangers attempt to influence your decision.
Today's episode, with former teacher, Carrie DeFrancisco from Coffee With Carrie, is going to be just what will empower you to homeschool long-term. She shares what you need in order to homeschool your teens, along with giving you the reality of what that can look like.
Grab your cup of coffee and join the conversation!
♥ Leigh
Car...
2024-06-0626 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family193. You’re Overcomplicating Homeschool! How to Reduce Chaos and Create a Simple Homeschool Routine That You’ll Actually Stick WithIf I walked into your home most days, you'd probably be afraid that I would think you were running a three ring circus. But in reality, there is a lot of energy within your home and your heart is feeling pretty chaotic about it all.
What if you were complicating things too much? And that was what was leading to the chaos? But your mind, body, and heart is craving simplicity and peace.
Grab a notebook and pen to write down a few simple keys to end the overcomplication, reduce chaos, and create that simple...
2023-10-0924 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family193. You’re Overcomplicating Homeschool! How to Reduce Chaos and Create a Simple Homeschool Routine That You’ll Actually Stick WithIf I walked into your home most days, you'd probably be afraid that I would think you were running a three ring circus. But in reality, there is a lot of energy within your home and your heart is feeling pretty chaotic about it all.
What if you were complicating things too much? And that was what was leading to the chaos? But your mind, body, and heart is craving simplicity and peace.
Grab a notebook and pen to write down a few simple keys to end the overcomplication, reduce chaos, and create that simple...
2023-10-0924 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the TimeOne of the reasons many of us homeschool is so that we can instill our Christian faith into our children. Oftentimes, we get busy with all that is on our to-do list, activities, and keeping up with the curriculum. And we lose that focus.
After raising children to their young adult years, I found some simple, yet very effective ways to incorporate faith into our daily lives. Today, I’m sharing these 5 tips so that you can make this a priority during these years of home education.
Let’s be intentional about passing on our fait...
2023-07-2719 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the TimeOne of the reasons many of us homeschool is so that we can instill our Christian faith into our children. Oftentimes, we get busy with all that is on our to-do list, activities, and keeping up with the curriculum. And we lose that focus.
After raising children to their young adult years, I found some simple, yet very effective ways to incorporate faith into our daily lives. Today, I’m sharing these 5 tips so that you can make this a priority during these years of home education.
Let’s be intentional about passing on our fait...
2023-07-2719 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family156. What to Do When Your Homeschool Child Doesn’t See You As Their TeacherHey, Friend!
This is a tricky one, right? Your homeschool child doesn’t see you as their teacher and “just” their mom. How do you get over that hurdle so that home education is a success?
From my studies of the school system and what exactly is meant by teacher, teaching, education, and mom, I’m not going to hold back in breaking this down. But, on the flip side, there are a few very practical steps you can take to turn this concern around.
The goal is you and your child thriving in your...
2023-06-0122 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family156. What to Do When Your Homeschool Child Doesn’t See You As Their TeacherHey, Friend!
This is a tricky one, right? Your homeschool child doesn’t see you as their teacher and “just” their mom. How do you get over that hurdle so that home education is a success?
From my studies of the school system and what exactly is meant by teacher, teaching, education, and mom, I’m not going to hold back in breaking this down. But, on the flip side, there are a few very practical steps you can take to turn this concern around.
The goal is you and your child thriving in your...
2023-06-0122 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family128. Top Reasons You Keep Changing Your Homeschool Curriculum and How to Stay Consistent With What You HaveHey, Friend!
It's no secret that you're a chronic homeschool curriculum switcher. Or maybe your a closet switcher. Lol!
No matter whether your friends know or not, it's something that happens often in the education of your children. And you're beginning to wonder if it's a problem.
Let's pull back the layers and dig into why you keep changing your homeschool curriculum. And once you've got a finger on that, I've have some solutions that will get you off the curriculum merry-go-round!
Pop those ear buds in, grab that homeschool mom...
2023-02-2323 minLittle by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschool, Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family128. Top Reasons You Keep Changing Your Homeschool Curriculum and How to Stay Consistent With What You HaveHey, Friend!
It's no secret that you're a chronic homeschool curriculum switcher. Or maybe your a closet switcher. Lol!
No matter whether your friends know or not, it's something that happens often in the education of your children. And you're beginning to wonder if it's a problem.
Let's pull back the layers and dig into why you keep changing your homeschool curriculum. And once you've got a finger on that, I've have some solutions that will get you off the curriculum merry-go-round!
Pop those ear buds in, grab that homeschool mom...
2023-02-2323 min