Welcome to the Confidently Growing At Home Podcast - a podcast dedicated to empowering and equipping homemakers and homeschooling moms to feed their minds, body, and soul. Join Ty Benjamin, Christian speaker, wife, digital content creator, and homeschooler of 2, as she encourages you to become your best self at home by finding your purpose, building your faith, pursuing growth, and discovering your creative outlets.
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Created with the homeschool mom in mind, the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast is here to encourage and inspire you on your homeschool journey. Through real stories, real struggles, and real life, Misty Bailey and her guests share how to embrace imperfection and strive for a more joyful homeschool. Misty is a homeschool mom to three kids and has been homeschooling for over 9 years. Learn more about her mission to encourage and equip the homeschool mom on her blog Joy in the Journey (findingjoyi ...
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We are now podcasting at Homeschool Better Together! Search for it in your app or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe and join our free community. Pop in your earbuds and get ready to be inspired. Veteran homeschool mom and podcast host of the Your Morning Basket Podcast, Pam Barnhill unpacks how to have a better homeschool 10 minutes at a time. Full of practical tips, stories, interviews, and inspiration 10 Minutes to a Better Homeschool is your home learning go-to show for quick, helpful ...
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We are consolidating our podcasts into one podcast now called Homeschool Better Together. Search for it in your podcast app or head to hsbtpodcast.com to subscribe and join our free community! Mentioned in this episode: We are Now Podcasting at Homeschool Better Together Search your podcast app for Homeschool Better Together or head to hsbtpodcast.…
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TMBH 91: How to Transform Math Lessons without Changing your Curriculum with Denise Gaskins
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In this episode of "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," host Pam Barnhill and guest Denise Gaskins, veteran homeschool mom and author of a dozen playful math books like, Let's Play Math, How Families Can Learn Together and Enjoy It, and Math You Can Play delve into the world of homeschool math education. Denise shares five essential tips to transf…
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TMBH 90 Homeschooling Boys with Durenda Wilson
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In this episode of "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," Pam Barnhill welcomes Durenda Wilson, a seasoned homeschooler and author of the book, "Raising Boys to Men." The conversation revolves around the unique aspects of homeschooling boys, advice for moms navigating the challenges, and the importance of an unhurried approach to learning. Durenda s…
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TMBH 89 What About Lab Sciences? with Dr. Kristin Moon
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In this episode of "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," guest host Dawn Garrett introduces an insightful excerpt from the Navigating High School Course. This excerpt features an interview with Dr. Kristin Moon, founder of kristenmoonscience.com, a former scientist who homeschools her children and shares with homeschool families her passion for tea…
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TMBH 88 Can I Teach Everything My High Schooler Needs to Know?
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Welcome back to "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool." In this episode, host Pam Barnhill gives you a sneak peek of the upcoming course, "Navigating High School, A Guide to Confident Homeschooling." In this excerpt, Pam shares a candid conversation with guest speakers and homeschool moms Laney Homan, Dawn Garrett, and Heather Tully. Homeschooling hi…
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TMBH 87 Why Keep Homeschooling in High School
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Does the thought of homeschooling high school stop you in your tracks? Do you have concerns that it, “won’t be enough,” or, “how can I possibly plan all of this?” If so, you’re in the right place! In this episode of, "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," host Pam Barnhill is talking about all things homeschooling through high school. From life skil…
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TMBH 86 What a Difference Consistency Makes with Angela Britt
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Join host Pam Barnhill and homeschooling mom Angela Britt in this episode as Angela reveals the transformative impact of embracing consistency in her homeschooling journey. From shifting her mindset to achieving accountability, Angela shares valuable insights and practical tips for finding balance and building trust with her children. Tune in to ga…
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In this episode of "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," host Pam Barnhill shares her struggle with homeschool consistency, revealing her journey from feelings of overwhelm to finding solutions. She candidly discusses her early challenges with perfectionism and its impact on her homeschool routine, offering relatable insights for parents facing sim…
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TMBH 84 1000 Hours Outside with Ginny Yurich
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Host Pam Barnhill welcomes Ginny Yurich, the founder of 1000 Hours Outside, a global movement highlighting the transformational impact of outdoor play. Ginny shares her journey as a homeschooling mother of five, describing her challenges and initial struggles in parenting. She reveals how her pursuit of finding joy and tranquility led her to the co…
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TMBH 83: Why It Is Important to Have a "Bad Day" Plan
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Today's episode is all about preparing for those unexpected, challenging days. Having those not-so-perfect days is a normal part of homeschooling; we all have them. The question is how can we prepare for them? We'll discuss practical, easy-to-implement strategies like engaging educational videos and creative strewing techniques to keep learning on …
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TMBH 82: A No-Guilt Approach to Homeschooling at Christmas
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In this episode of "Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool," host Pam Barnhill discusses the concept of having a guilt-free Christmas in homeschooling. As homeschoolers, we often feel pressured to make the Christmas season special by incorporating Christmas unit studies and activities into our already busy schedules. However, Pam shares her insights on…
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TMBH 81 Revolutionize Your Homeschool Routine: Unlocking the Potential of Seasonal Homeschooling
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In this episode, Pam Barnhill interviews Robin Ludwig, a homeschooling parent who has discovered the beauty of setting up her homeschool year according to seasons. Robin shares her journey and how she incorporated classical, Charlotte Mason, and unit study approaches into different seasons of the year. Listeners will gain insights into the benefits…
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TMBH 80: Introducing the Wonder World Podcast
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In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Olivia Barnhill, who joins her mom to talk about an exciting project they have been working on together called the Wonder World Podcast. Join us as Pam and Olivia share all the details about this fun and educational podcast, designed specifically for children. They discuss the format of the show, it…
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In this episode, Pam breaks down the mystery of deschooling for new homeschoolers. She shares some common misunderstandings and explains why it's a crucial step in your homeschooling journey. There are also many handy tips on how to glide through this phase with your kiddos while keeping the peace at home. Tune in to learn more about deschooling an…
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TMBH 78: Uncover the Hidden Benefits of Consistency in Homeschooling
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In this episode, we're discussing a topic many homeschoolers ask about: "Can I succeed at homeschooling?" Joining me is Damore Jensen, a homeschooling mom of three. She shares her transformative experience with our Homeschool Consistency Boot Camp, which reopens this month. Together, we unpack the importance of consistency, addressing misconception…
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TMBH 77: Teaching Kids to Use Tech in Your Homeschool
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In this episode, host Pam Barnhill chats with Stephen Souders, Mr. Mytek from Mytek Labs. Stephen runs an online school where kids can take courses in programming and technology. They discuss the importance of teaching kids to be producers of technology, not just consumers, and debunk some misconceptions parents may have about their children's rela…
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TMBH 76: Your Questions About Sibling Dynamics in Homeschooling
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In this episode, Pam tackles listener questions about sibling dynamics within the homeschooling setting. Are you perplexed about what happens when a younger child surpasses an older sibling in skills like math or reading? Or you're trying to navigate the challenge of keeping an older child engaged in learning while younger siblings are at play. Pam…
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In this episode, I rethink traditional views by categorizing school subjects into two essential groups: skill-oriented and content-oriented subjects. Skill-oriented subjects, including mathematics and phonics, follow a logical progression, fostering essential abilities, while content-oriented subjects like history and science allow the flexibility …
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TMBH 74: Language Learning Made Fun With Adelaide Olguin
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Join me on this episode of Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool, where we dive into the power of the fluency approach to language learning with our guest Adelaide Olguin. Drawing from her experiences teaching her own children three languages, she shares the transformative benefits of fluency-focused instruction at home. Adelaide discusses how this ap…
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TMBH 73 Unexpected Disruptions: How Planning Can Help Navigate Homeschool Challenges
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On this episode of the podcast, host Pam Barnhill welcomes special guest Betsy Cypress, a highly active member of their supportive homeschool community. Betsy shares her personal experience of facing unexpected disruptions in her homeschool year and offers valuable insights on how to plan for such situations. The episode highlights the importance o…
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TMBH 72: The Importance of Finding Your Homeschooling Vision
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In this episode, I'm excited to introduce you to Kristelle Larson, a remarkable mom from our homeschooling community who’s been implementing my program "Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot" since the beginning. Kristelle's approach helps her handle her busy homeschool year efficiently while maintaining her sanity. We discuss her strategies, balan…
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TMBH 71: How to Plan for Homeschooling Multiple Kids
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Heather Tully about the challenges we face when homeschooling multiple children. We delved into the ever-changing seasons of motherhood and the struggle of finding balance between the needs of younger and older kids. As a special bonus for purchasers of Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot, Heat…
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TMBH 70: Real Homeschool Moms Plan Their Year
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In this episode, I am joined by homeschool mom Courtney Guarnieri to explore the dynamic balance between structured and unstructured activities in homeschooling. This is the first in a series of interviews featuring real homeschool moms discussing their planning processes. Courtney shares insights into the nuances of homeschooling in New York, incl…
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TMBH 69: Empowering Kids with Essential Life Skills
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In this episode of the Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool podcast, host Pam Barnhill talks with Katie Kimball, the National Voice of Healthy Kids Cooking and founder of the Kids Cook Real Food e-course, about the LifeSkills Summer Camp. This free online camp offers families the opportunity to learn life skills from a team of experts, including work…
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TMBH 68: Tips for Modifying Curriculum that isn't working
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Feeling disappointed after spending countless hours searching for the perfect homeschool curriculum only to find out it's not working as you hoped? Don't worry; we've got you covered in this episode of the 10 Minutes to a Better Homeschool podcast. Pam shares tips on how to salvage that curriculum and make it work for your child. From breaking down…
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