Sarah Miller - Homeschool Reading Podcast

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The Art of Home: A Podcast for HomemakersHomemaking Deep Dive | The Homeschooling HomemakerSend me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.We are diving deep into the Homeschooling Homemaker with a panel of 3 veteran homeschoolers. Roan Johnson, Carrie Parker and Sarah Beaugh, who have a combined experience of 44 years homeschooling, and if you add in my 8 years, that’s over 50 years of homeschooling experience coming your way for the next hour! IN THIS EPISODEHomeschooling Pros & ConsKnowing Your WhyHomeschool StylesHomeschool LawCurriculumMaking Sp...2024-08-071h 26

Homeschool Reading65: How to Teach Active Kids to Read (Even if They Have a Short Attention Span)In this class, I'll share my favorite tips for teaching active kids to read, even if they have a short attention span!Join the free challenge and teach your child to read their first book in 3 days: https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-garden 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here:https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/ 2024-02-2921 min

Homeschool Reading64: 3 Ways We Make Learning to Read Hard for Our Kids (Without Even Knowing It!)In this video, I'll share 3 ways that we can unknowingly make learning to read harder for our kids.Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here:https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/ 2024-02-2622 min

Homeschool Reading63: 3 Things You Actually Need to Raise a Confident Reader Who Loves Books in 2024If this is the year that you will be teaching your child how to read, here are 3 must-dos for success. Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here: https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/2024-02-1236 min

Homeschool Reading62: How to Help Kids Learn Emotional Regulation with Emily Hamblin from Enlightening MotherhoodDuring the holidays, our kids often have some really big emotions! In this class, Emily will help us explore techniques to teach children emotional regulation. We'll talk about identifying and expressing feelings constructively, and creating a supportive environment that fosters emotional intelligence and resilience. Make sure you join us live so you can ask questions! Why is my child melting down? resource: https://www.enlighteningmotherhood.com/freebies Emotionally intelligent kids membership: https://www.enlighteningmotherhood.com/kids Connect with Emily on Instagram: 2024-01-2240 min

Homeschool Reading61: Building Foundations: Crafting an Effective Schedule for HomeschoolingJoin me and guest expert Amanda Schenkenberger from Homeschool Family Legacy as she shares all about creating a homeschool schedule that will help your kids thrive. We'll talk about easy ways that you can create structure for your kids without being too rigid, and Amanda will be sharing her best tips for creating a schedule you can stick with. Whether you're looking to adapt your schedule for the holidays or build strong routines in 2024, you won't want to miss this class! Get the homeschool family schedule templates here: homeschoolfamilylegacy.com/schedule-templates 2024-01-081h 04

Homeschool Reading60: Is The Way You Learned to Read The Best Way to Teach Your Child?Is the way you learned to read the way you should teach your child? If you're like me, you learned to read with a GIANT stack of flashcards and some leveled easy reader books. But is this really the best way to teach your child? After this class you'll know... - What to put on the flashcards so your child will have 90% less of them to learn (and how to make your child beg you to practice them instead of the other way around) - The secret skill that...2023-10-3041 min

Homeschool Reading[Limited-Time Replay] Bonding Over BooksAre you ready to teach your child how to read? This simple step-by-step plan has helped hundreds of homeschool moms teach their kids how to read, pressure-free, in just 10 minutes a day. You can now learn this step-by-step plan through the limited-time replay of this class for free. Only available until September 8th at midnight. 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here:https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/ 2023-08-3050 min

Homeschool Reading[Limited-Time] Reading Better Together Book Sale BTSThe much-requested Side by Side Stories are now available to purchase separately from the Reading Better Together Curriculum. Learn more in this episode. Get the NEW Reading Better Together Side by Side Stories Bundle (available until September 8th): https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/side-by-side-stories-bundle/ Save $50 on the Reading Better Together curriculum with coupon code RBT (available until September 8th): https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together Get your free ticket for Bonding Over Books: https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/bonding-over-books 2023-08-2923 min

Homeschool Reading59: Creating a Back to School Morning Routine for Your HomeschoolLet's talk about morning routines- why you might want one, and how to make one for your kids! Grab your free ticket to Bonding Over Books: https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/bonding-over-books/ Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-08-2814 min

Homeschool Reading58: Homeschooling a Child with ADHD, Autism, or Learning ChallegesDo you have a child with sensory or speech and language challenges? Maybe they struggle to follow directions or resist learning to read, and it’s impacting your homeschool and your family. If so, please join me for a conversation and Q+A with Lindsay Leiviska from A Heart for All Students. Homeschooling ADHD Cheat Sheets: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/g1z8t6 Homeschooling a Distracted Child Workshop: https://aheartforallstudents.com/homeschooling-distracted-child-workshop/ Moms Raising & Homeschooling ADHD, Autism, Etc. FB Group:...2023-07-1055 min

Homeschool Reading57: Raising Lifelong Learners and Creating a Homeschool that Isn't Public School with Kerry BeckIn this interview, Kerry Beck from How to Homeschool My Child and Raising Leaders Not Followers will share about how to raise kids who love learning, and who are leaders in their families and communities. She'll talk about how to create a homeschool that looks different than the public schools and share practical tips and wisdom for teaching leadership skills (even if your kids are young) and activity ideas to teach character. Unfortunately, Kerry's free class mentioned in the video isn't available anymore, but be sure to check out Kerry Beck's Website: ...2023-06-1231 min

Homeschool Reading[Limited-Time Replay] Teach Your Child to Read Without Guessing in 10 Minutes a DayLIMITED-TIME REPLAY EPISODE - This episode will be pulled down at the end of the day on Friday, June 16th. So listen to it asap! This episode is the live replay from my free class Teach Your Child to Read Without Guessing in 10 Minutes a Day. During this episode you'll learn: A simple step-by-step plan has helped hundreds of homeschool moms teach their kids how to read without meltdowns or power struggles. How to teach your child to read in less time, and reduce the amount of memorizing (and forgetting!) by 90...2023-06-0840 min

Homeschool Reading56: Is Your Child Ready to Read?Did you know that your child's age is not a good indicator that they are ready to read? After this episode, you'll know why not, and what signs to look for instead. You'll also know what you can work on now to prepare your child for success when it's time to get started with reading lessons.Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab Your Free Ticket to Teach Your Child to Read Without Guessing in 10 Minutes a Day Live Eventhttps://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/summer-reading/ Grab the Reading...2023-06-0518 min

Homeschool Coffee Break045: Teach Your Child to Read and Inspire Them to Love BooksSarah shares fun activities you can do now to help your child learn to read and love books in the process. SAVE $50 on her Reading Better Together with code: KERRY50 (expires June 16th at midnight) URLS: Reading Better Together: https://familyebiz--readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/ SAVE $50 on her Reading Better Together with code: KERRY50 (expires June 16th at midnight) Homeschool Reading Community Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoolreading/ Homeschool Reading Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeschool-reading/id1632968607 YouTube: h...2023-06-0523 min

Homeschool Reading55: Is Memorizing a Word List the Best Way to Teach Sight Words?Did you know that asking your child to memorize a giant sight word list is not the only way to teach your child about the words that don't follow the rules? After this episode, you'll know why those sight word lists can actually make the process of learning to read more difficult for your child- and what to do instead.Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab the Reading Better Together Starter Kit for Free:https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/product/reading-better-together-starter-kit/ 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together her...2023-05-2218 min

Homeschool Reading54: Ending the Homeschool Year StrongLet's talk about how to end the homeschool year well with your child. In this class, I'll share my favorite tips for finishing the curriculum (and what to do if you're really behind), reflecting on the school year, and choosing new curriculum for next year. 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here: https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/reading-better-together-curriculum/ Grab a free sample of the Reading Better Together curriculum here: https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/product/reading-better-together-starter-kit/ Other links mentioned in the epi...2023-05-1519 min

Homeschool Reading53: 3 Keys to Teach Your Child to Read AND Love Reading at the Same TimeAfter this episode, you'll know the 3 key things you NEED to do not only to teach your child to read, but also to love reading. If your child is struggling with reading or with motivation to read, it's likely because one or more of these pieces is missing. I'll share what the 3 keys are and how to get started with each one.Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab the Reading Better Together Starter Kit for Free:https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/product/reading-better-together-starter-kit/ 👉 Learn more about Reading Bet...2023-05-0818 min

Homeschool Reading52: The Biggest Mistake I Made When Teaching My Kids How to Read… (and how not to make it yourself) - Part 2This episode is a continuation of Part 1 from last week. This week will be super practical, and I'll share what I wish I had done (and not done) when teaching my kids to read. Even though I'm a teacher with over a decade of experience in the classroom, my reading journey with my kids was not a perfect one. In this episode, I'll share a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like teaching my kids how to read and the biggest mistakes I made. You'll also learn practical tips for how you can avoid making...2023-05-0119 min

Homeschool Reading51: The Biggest Mistake I Made When Teaching My Kids How to Read… (and how not to make it yourself) - Part 1Even though I'm a teacher with over a decade of experience in the classroom, my reading journey with my kids was not a perfect one. In this episode, I'll share a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like teaching my kids how to read, and the biggest mistake I made. You'll also learn practical tips for how you can avoid making this mistake yourself! Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 👉 Learn more about Reading Better Together here:https://readingbettertogether.thrivecart.com/read...2023-04-2422 min

Homeschool Reading50. What to Do When Your Child Isn't Confident to ReadAre you trying to raise a confident reader... but it just isn't working?If your child complains or outright refuses to read out loud at least 75% of the time, whines when it's time to practice reading, tells you they "can't do it" or that they "hate reading" or just gives up and guesses instead of trying to read words, you aren't alone.During this episode, we'll talk about why all these things are happening, and what you can do to help your child read with confidence.Grab a free side-by-side story here:https://shop.homeschooling4h...2023-04-1728 min

Homeschool Reading49: Tips for Teaching Fine Motor Skills with Lisa ShipsterAre fine motor skills a challenge for your child? Are you looking for creative activities to help your kids practice them? Join me as I interview teacher and fine motor skills expert Lisa Shipster!Free fine motor activities for Easter:https://learnwithconfidence.com/free-fine-motor-fun-easter-edition/ Confident Little Hands Subscription (Save $5 with code CLH$5):https://learnwithconfidence.com/confident-little-hands-fine-motor-skills-subscription/ Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-04-1046 min

Homeschool Reading48: The Biggest Secret to Teaching Your Child to Read (Even if You Aren't a Reading Teacher)As a homeschool parent, the process of teaching our kids to read can be intimidating. There are so many moving pieces, especially when teaching a language with so many rules (and so many exceptions to the rules!). The truth is that teaching reading is different when you're teaching your own child than it is with a whole class of kids in a school. As a former teacher and current homeschool parent, I'm here to tell you that there are a LOT more differences than most people think. In this class, I'm going to be sharing...2023-03-2020 min

Homeschool Reading47. Tips for Using Free Resources to Teach Your Child to ReadThere are SO many free resources out there for homeschool families. In this episode, you'll learn how to find and choose free resources for teaching your child to read. We'll also talk about when to use free resources and when it's worth it to pay for them. Join the Reading Better Together VIP List: https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/about-rbt/ Grab my Spring Reading Activities for free: https://homeschooling4him.com/spring/2023-02-2719 min

Homeschool Reading46. How to Be a Better Teacher for Your Child than the Reading Experts CanDo you ever feel like you aren't qualified to teach your child to read? The English language is so complicated and has so many words that don't follow the rules- and learning to read has so many different components. In this episode, we'll talk about what makes YOU uniquely qualified to teach your child to read (even if you don't have a Master's Degree and 25 years of experience). And, I'll share some practical strategies to help you use your strengths to your advantage in raising a confident reader who loves books. Learn...2023-02-2021 min

Homeschool Reading45: Plan Your Homeschool Week in 15 Minutes or LessHomeschool planning doesn’t have to take a lot of time! In this episode, I’ll share the super simple strategy I use to plan for my homeschool in just a few minutes each week. I’ll also share some hacks that you can try for better homeschool lessons with minimal planning required. Get on the VIP Waitlist for Reading Better Together: https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/about-rbt/ Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-02-1320 min

The Creative HomeschoolEp. 13: So You Want to Start a Co-op: Interview with Sarah Miller Episode 13: So You Want to Start a Co-op: Interview with Sarah MillerIn this episode, I interviewed homeschooling mom, Sarah Miller. Join us as we delve into how to create a secular inclusive co-op and what that means, how to find your people (do you need to put a sign on your front lawn to advertise it?) How to organize teaching multiple age groups and where on earth are you going to hold these classes, anyway? Tune in this week for some incredible advice, inspiration, and, as always, creativity!Find Sarah Miller on Instagram @Sarahs...2023-02-1347 min

Homeschool Reading44: Choosing the Right Readers for Your Child (and Which Ones to Avoid)Not all learn to read books are created equal! In this class, I'll share how to choose the best readers for your child. There are some popular readers that can actually slow down the process of teaching your child to read. I'll share which ones these are and what to look for and avoid as well! Check out the Reading Better Together Starter Kit https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/product/reading-better-together-starter-kit/ Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-02-0619 min

Homeschool Reading43: Making the Most of Read Aloud TimeMake the most of the time you spend reading out loud to your kids with these simple strategies that will help you teach important reading skills at the same time! I'll share strategies for improving reading comprehension, building pre-reading skills, and helping kids become better readers! Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab the Free Read Aloud Trackers https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/product/read-aloud-trackers/ Check out The Happy Hive Homeschool Facebook Group ...2023-01-3019 min

Homeschool Reading42: New Year's Reading ReflectionWhere are you at in your reading journey with your child? We'll be chatting about the steps to teach your child how to read, how to know what to work on next (no tests required!), and how some mid-school year reflection can help your child be a better reader, no matter what their age! Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-01-2320 min

Homeschool Reading41: Tips for Teaching Writing in Your HomeschoolIs your child struggling with writing? Here's why it's important... and how you can make writing easier for your child, no matter what age. Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2023-01-1622 min

Homeschool Reading40: Finding Time to Teach Reading when You Have More Than One ChildDo you ever feel like your child would be able to read if you could just find the time to be able to work with them one on one? In this episode, we'll talk about strategies that you can use to find time to teach your child to read when you're homeschooling more than one. Whether your child's siblings are older or younger, we'll talk about how to homeschool them all... with your sanity intact! Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2022-12-0521 min

Homeschool Reading39: Raising Readers who Love BooksDo your kids hate reading? Do they whine whenever they see a book, and would they rather just play on their tablet? Often, when our kids are young they love being read to but once they learn how to read on their own, the process becomes a chore. After this episode, you will be ready to try strategies that you can use to help develop a love of books in your kids- whether they are independent readers or not. Sign Up for the Raising Readers Together Free Event ...2022-11-2122 min

Homeschool Reading38: Is your child forgetting words and guessing? Try this!Does your child frequently know how to read a word one day... only to forget it and have to start all over the next day? Or are they just giving up and guessing whenever they see a new word, instead of trying to sound it out? These can be 2 of the most frustrating challenges when it comes to teaching a child how to read. After this episode, you'll know the simple solution to help your child overcome both of these challenges! Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook ...2022-11-1416 min

Homeschool Reading37: 3 Tips for Teaching SpellingDo you want to teach spelling in your homeschool, but you're not sure where to begin? Maybe your kids are whining whenever it's time to practice. Or maybe they "get it"one day only to forget EVERYTHING the next day. In this episode, we'll be talking about some of the most common struggles with spelling and how you can make learning to spell easier (and more fun!) for your kids... and yourself. How To Teach Spelling Blog Post https://homeschooling4him.com/teach-spelling-5-year-old/ ...2022-11-0716 min

Homeschool Reading36: Tips for Teaching Letter Names and SoundsAre you working on letter names or letter sounds with your child? After this episode, you'll have lots of easy ideas for how to make learning letter sounds fun! We'll also talk about how to figure out which sounds your child knows without giving a test, and how to know if your child is on track for success. Links mentioned in this episode: The Homeschooling4Him Shop https://shop.homeschooling4him.com/ Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab my...2022-10-3121 min

Homeschool Reading35: Success with Sight WordsLet's talk about sight words! In this episode, I'll share 3 simple tips that will make learning sight words much easier for your child. Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2022-10-2415 min

Homeschool Reading34: 5 Favorite Fall Picture BooksThese 5 fall picture books are perfect for homeschooling a toddler, preschooler, or elementary school student. Here's how to use these books in your homeschool to teach a child to read this fall! Grab 47 pages of print and go Fall Reading Activities for free: https://homeschooling4him.com/fall/2022-10-1708 min

Homeschool Reading33: Our Homeschool Year So Far"In this episode, I'll share a behind the scenes look at the beginning of our homeschool year. I'll share 3 things that are going well so far this year, and one thing that is not. Links mentioned: Letter Stamp set: https://amzn.to/3xb3q9q Loop Schedule Template: https://homeschooling4him.com/loop-schedule/"2022-10-1010 min

Homeschool Reading32: 3 Tips for Teaching Sight WordsAre you ready to start teaching sight words in your homeschool? Or maybe your child is struggling with sight words? In this episode, you'll learn 3 tips for teaching sight words that are based on the science of how your child's brain learns to read. After this episode, you'll know how to reduce the amount of memorizing your child needs to do and make memorizing sight words 90% easier for your child!2022-10-0305 min

Homeschool Reading31: Homeschool Planning Behind the Scenes"Come see a behind-the-scenes look at how I plan for our homeschool year! I'll be sharing my favorite lesson planning hacks from my time as a classroom teacher that make planning for homeschooling quick and easy. Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 Grab the Free Homeschool Attendance Sheet https://homeschooling4him.com/homeschool-attendance-sheet/ "2022-09-2618 min

Homeschool Reading30: Make Back to Homeschool Stress Free with One Easy Homeschool HackAfter this episode, you'll be ready to try a simple back to homeschool hack. Making this one change has eliminated all the stress and made back to homeschool so much easier for me AND my kids. And the best part is, this strategy will actually save you time when you implement it- and set you up for success in your homeschool all year long. Join the Homeschool Reading Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/469213028355642 2022-09-1911 min

Homeschool Reading29: Tips for Helping Kids Focus on ReadingAre you struggling with helping your kids stay focused and pay attention long enough to finish a reading lesson? Let's talk about some tips to help kids stay focused while we're teaching them to read. In this episode, I'll be sharing specific strategies that I am using right now, that you can try in your homeschool today to help your kids stay focused!2022-09-1216 min

Homeschool Reading28: Should Audiobooks Count as Reading?Many homeschool parents wonder: should audiobooks count as reading for homeschool students? Here are some things to consider when choosing whether or not to let your child read audio books as part of homeschooling.2022-09-0503 min

Homeschool Reading27: How to Teach Reading When You Have More Than One ChildHave you ever wondered how to have enough one-on-one time to teach a child how to read when you have multiple children? Siblings can be a challenge when your child needs to focus to finish a reading lesson. Here are some practical strategies that can help you teach reading when you have more than one child.2022-08-2907 min

Homeschool Reading26: Back to Homeschool Reading Q+AIn this episode, I'll answer your questions about: - How to find time for teaching reading when you are trying to homeschool multiple siblings at the same time - How to start the school year right when you're teaching reading I'll also share my favorite Back to School hack that makes the transition back to homeschool much easier!2022-08-2217 min

Homeschool Reading25: The Best Age to Teach Your Child How to ReadA common question that many homeschool parents wonder about is this: how old should my child be when they learn how to read? In this episode, I'll share the best age to teach your child how to read.2022-08-1906 min

Homeschool Reading24: Teaching Pre-Reading in Your Homeschool Q+AIn this episode, I'll answer your questions about: - How can I find the perfect books for my child? - How can I teach letter names and sounds to my child? I'll also share my favorite tips for teaching letters to active toddlers and preschoolers, and making sure that they are learning- without any tests! Links Mentioned in the episode: Book Wizard by Scholastic https://bookwizard.scholastic.com/ Common Sense Media Book Reviews https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews 2022-08-1717 min

Homeschool Reading23: 3 Ways to Help Your Child Read More Difficult BooksIs your child always choosing books that are too easy for them, or that they have read dozens of times before? Do they need to take on a challenge? Here are 3 ways to help encourage your child to read more difficult books.2022-08-1504 min

Homeschool Reading22: 3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Read Aloud BookHave you ever wondered how to choose the perfect book to read out loud to your kids? In this video, you'll discover 3 things you need to think about before choosing a read aloud book.2022-08-1204 min

Homeschool Reading21: All About Teaching Homeschool Reading Q+AIn this episode, we'll talk about some of the most common questions you might have when you're getting ready to teach your child to read: - How do I know if my child is ready to start reading lessons? - How can I make time to teach reading when my schedule is already really busy? - How can I help my child be motivated to want to read?2022-08-1021 min

Homeschool Reading20: 3 Reading Comprehension Activities To Try At HomeIt is important that your child is able to read, but they also need to be able to remember and understand what they are reading. Here are 3 critical reading comprehension skills that kids need to know, and some reading comprehension activities to try at home to help your child improve.2022-08-0805 min

Homeschool Reading19: 2 Things that Matter When Teaching Your Child How to ReadDoes the process of teaching your child how to read seem confusing or overwhelming? If you're feeling intimidated or not sure where to begin with teaching reading in your homeschool, this podcast can help. You'll learn the only 2 things kids need to know in order to learn to read- and how to teach them both in your homeschool.2022-08-0506 min

Homeschool Reading18: Planning for a New School Year when Teaching Reading Q+ALet's talk about how to plan for a new school year step by step! I'll share the exact process that I use, as a former teacher, to plan for our new homeschool year. Learn how to make time for reading lessons and how to plan your lessons in this episode!2022-08-0313 min

Homeschool Reading17: 3 Tips for Visiting the LibraryThese 3 tips will help you make the most out of your time at the library with your child. Learn how to use the library as a part of your homeschool curriculum, how to choose the perfect books, and more!2022-08-0106 min

Homeschool Reading16: What to Do When Your Child is Reversing Letters When ReadingIs your child struggling to read because of letter reversals? Kids can often reverse letters like b and d, n and u, and p and q- and this makes reading challenging. Here's how to help your child who is struggling with reversing letters when they are reading.2022-07-2904 min

Homeschool Reading15: Teaching Reading When You Have More than One ChildAre you trying to find time to teach reading, while balancing the needs of multiple kids at the same time? In this episode, I'll share my favorite tricks for homeschooling more than one child (and handling all your other responsibilities) with ease.2022-07-2715 min

Homeschool Reading14: 3 Ways to Motivate Your Child to ReadAre you sick of hearing your child say "But I don't WANT to!" whenever it's time for reading? Try these 3 simple strategies to help your child find the motivation to enjoy reading again.2022-07-2504 min

Homeschool Reading13: Should You Read To Your Baby?Have you ever wondered if you should read to your newborn infant, even if they are too little to pay attention and understand what you are reading? Here are 5 reasons to read to your child, no matter what their age.2022-07-2206 min

Homeschool Reading12: 3 Reasons to Read Out Loud to Your Older ChildIf your child can read independently, do you need to keep reading out loud to them? Here are 3 reasons to keep reading aloud to your child, no matter what their age.2022-07-2005 min

Homeschool Reading11: What Science Says About Reading to Our KidsHave you ever wondered what the research says about reading out loud to your child? Be encouraged! Here are two studies that you need to know about as a homeschool parent, and how to use the research to raise a lifelong reader in your family.2022-07-1805 min

Homeschool Reading10: 3 Tips for Making Reading a RoutineWhen teaching reading in your homeschool, it is important that kids practice every day. But, when you have a busy life and lots of responsibilities, it can be challenging to find time on a daily basis. Here are 3 simple tips you can try to help make reading a part of your family's routine.2022-07-1506 min

Homeschool Reading09: How to Preview Books Even if You Don't Have Time To Read ThemAs parents, it is important to make sure that the books our kids read are appropriate for them. But, it can be hard to find time to read all the books before our children do. In this episode, I'll share a simple tool that you can use to preview the books your child reads even if you don't have time to read them yourself. Use this tool in your homeschool or with your child's read aloud books as well! Check out Common Sense Media's book reviews here: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/2022-07-1304 min

Homeschool Reading08: 3 Ways Reading Teaches Your Child Social and Emotional SkillsOne of the biggest benefits of reading is that books teach kids social and emotional skills. Here are three of the most important social and emotional skills that your child can learn from reading, and practical tips for how to teach these skills with reading in your homeschool.2022-07-1105 min

Homeschool Reading07: How to Find Your Child's Reading Level For FreeDid you know that you can figure out your child's reading level for free, in less than 10 minutes, and without testing your child? Knowing your child's reading level is important information for your homeschool, and in this episode I'll show you an easy way to find it.2022-07-0802 min

Homeschool Reading06: 3 Easy Ways to Add Reading to Your Family's RoutineDo you feel like you are too busy to focus on reading in your homeschool, or to spend time every day reading out loud to your child? Here are 3 easy ways to add more reading to your family's routine, even if you are too busy to squeeze in anything else.2022-07-0606 min

Homeschool Reading05: 5 Signs Your Child is Ready to ReadAs a homeschool parent, how can you know that your child is ready to read? Here are 5 signs that your child is ready, plus some ideas for encouraging reading readiness when you are homeschooling.2022-07-0408 min

Homeschool Reading04: How to Teach Blending in PhonicsBlending is an important part of phonics and is a critical skill when kids are learning how to read. Does your child know how to blend letter sounds to make words? If your child is struggling with blending, or can read sounds but not CVC words, here are 3 tips that will help.2022-07-0407 min

Homeschool Reading03: 2 Easy Ways to Improve Your Child's Vocabulary with ReadingDid you know that reading out loud to your child is a great way to improve their vocabulary? Here are 2 easy ways that you can help your child learn vocabulary skills while reading out loud or independently.2022-07-0405 min

Homeschool Reading02: How to Teach the Alphabet to Your ChildOne of the most important skills that kids can have before learning to read is the ability to recognize letters of the alphabet. In this video, I share my favorite way to teach the ABCs that is perfect for homeschool or for teaching toddlers and kids at home.2022-07-0404 min

Homeschool Reading01: 3 Reasons Why You Are the Best Reading Teacher for Your ChildDo you ever feel like you aren't qualified to teach your child to read in your homeschool? Many parents feel intimidated by the process of teaching reading, but you don't need to. In this podcast, you'll discover 3 reasons why you are actually more qualified to teach your child to read than a trained reading teacher is.2022-07-0406 min

Homeschool Conversations with Humility and DoxologyReading Better Together: Make Learning to Read Fun (with Sarah Miller)Check out today's summer audioblog guest podcast episode and get tips for helping your kids learn (and love) reading. Today's audioblog guest is Sarah Miller from Homeschooling 4 Him. Would you like a copy of my FREE Homeschool Planning Guide? Grab your copy at HumilityandDoxology.com/Homeschool-Planning-Guide Sarah Miller lives in Michigan with her husband of 12 years and 2 children, who she has homeschooled since birth. In addition to being a homeschool mom, she is also an educator with over a decade of experience teaching kids in preschool through high school. Sarah’s signature program, Reading Better To...2022-07-0413 min

Chaos and Coffee: Homeschool for Working MomsBecome an Expert in Your Child Says Homeschool Blogger and Reading Curriculum Creator Sarah MillerOn today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I speak to homeschool blogger and reading curriculum creator, Sarah Miller. Sarah is a homeschool mom of two, and an educator with over a decade of experience teaching kids in preschool through high school. She helps homeschool parents teach their kids to read with confidence at Homeschooling 4 Him, where she shares tips and tricks to make homeschooling simple and fun. Her Reading Curriculum, Reading Better Together, uses side by side reading stories and scripted, science-backed lessons to help kids fall in love with books t...2022-05-1829 min

Homeschooling with Technology4 Ways Challenging Yourself as a Homeschooling Mom Leads to Leveling Up Your Homeschooling Life 146: 4 Ways Challenging Yourself as a Homeschooling Mom Leads to Leveling Up Your Homeschooling Life In this episode, guest Sarah Miller-Snyder shares 4 ways challenging yourself as a homeschool mom leads to leveling up your homeschool. Sarah has been a guest on the podcast twice before. She has shared about Podcasts for hhomeschool families and Podcasts for kids of all ages, so be sure to listen to those if you haven’t already. Sarah has her own podcast, The Online School Mom. I am her guest on the episode “Online electives to boost your...2021-08-2523 min