Maggie Allyn is a homeschool mom who is passionate about reading aloud with her kids. You'll love hearing her chat with Emilie about the amazing benefits of reading aloud - everything from academics to relationships. This is the perfect boost of encouragement to grab a great book and maybe even some hot cocoa and cozy up with your kiddos to read during the "winter blues" season of homeschooling.

00:00 Introduction
Host Emilie Lunt welcomes Maggie Allyn, a homeschool mom of four, to discuss building relationships with children through living books and literature-based education.

01:35 What Are Living Books?
Maggie explains the concept of living books, a term coined by Charlotte Mason, and why they’re so impactful in education.

04:10 From Struggles to Success
Maggie shares how her son’s dyslexia and diverse learning styles in her family led her to adopt a literature-based homeschool approach.

08:00 A Day in a Literature-Based Homeschool
An inside look at how Maggie integrates literature with history, science, and other subjects in her daily homeschool routine.

12:40 Reading Aloud to Build Family Culture
Maggie highlights how reading aloud fosters deep relationships, shared memories, and rich conversations in her family.

18:15 Developing Empathy Through Stories
How living books and read-alouds teach empathy and connect children with God’s Word in practical, life-applicable ways.

24:00 Practical Tips for Starting Literature-Based Learning
Maggie offers actionable advice for moms wanting to incorporate reading aloud and living books into their homeschool routines.

31:30 Encouragement for Moms
Maggie’s heartfelt encouragement to moms about finding their family’s unique approach to homeschooling and trusting God in the journey.

Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomeschool@gmail.com. She'd love to hear from you!

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This week Emilie chats with Morgan Palomo from Homebound Hearts. Morgan has a heart for all things motherhood and homeschooling. "Just let them play!" is a common refrain in the homeschool world when talking about preschool age kids, but what can moms do when that just isn't working? Morgan has ideas! If you're the mom of littles (or know anyone who is!), you won't want to miss this one.

Learn more about Morgan at https://www.homeboundhearts.com/ and follow her on Instagram @homeboundhearts

00:00 Introduction
Host Emilie Lunt introduces Morgan Palomo, a homeschool mom of three, to discuss navigating preschool years with structure and joy.

01:35 Morgan’s Homeschooling Journey
Morgan shares her background as a homeschool graduate and her dream of teaching her own children at home.

04:10 The Struggles of Early Motherhood
Morgan reflects on the challenges of transitioning to motherhood and creating structure in the home.

09:00 The Role of Mentorship
How older women and mentors helped Morgan cast a vision for motherhood and homeschooling.

14:50 Why Structure Matters for Littles
Morgan explains how routines and predictable activities can transform a toddler’s day.

20:00 Teaching Through Play and Routine
Morgan shares her approach to introducing reading, math, and Bible learning through short, engaging routines.

24:00 Preschool Power Hour Program
Morgan introduces her “Toddler Power Hour” program and upcoming “Preschool Power Hour” to help moms create peaceful, structured days.

27:00 Encouragement for Moms
Morgan offers encouragement for moms to embrace their calling and lean into God’s plan for their families.

Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomeschool@gmail.com. She'd love to hear from you!

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Emilie is joined again by Charity Parenzin, a media producer, writer, actor and homeschool mom who founded a unique hybrid school in Missoula, MT. This week Charity shares about another topic she is passionate about: human trafficking. It's a tough topic, but don't miss this invaluable episode.

To learn more about Ignite Creative School, visit https://ignitecreativeschool.com/faq

To learn about the America Unchained Project that Charity created, visit https://www.americaunchained.org/

00:00 Introduction
Host Emilie Lunt welcomes back Charity Parenzin for a powerful discussion on human trafficking, homeschooling, and protecting children in today’s world.

01:35 Charity’s Professional Background
Charity shares her journey as a professional actor and producer, and how her skills transitioned into advocacy and education.

04:10 The Reality of Human Trafficking
Understanding how human trafficking happens close to home and why parents need to be vigilant.

09:00 Using Your Talents in the Fight
Charity discusses how to contribute to causes like anti-trafficking by leveraging your unique skills and resources.

12:15 Parents on the Front Lines
Why parents are the first line of defense in protecting their children from exploitation and grooming.

14:50 Practical Tips for Digital Safety
Charity provides actionable advice for monitoring kids’ online activities, using filters, and setting boundaries.

18:20 Social Media Risks and Solutions
The dangers of social media for children and teens, and how to introduce it responsibly when the time is right.

22:30 Encouragement for Moms
A call to action and encouragement for moms to protect their kids and trust their instincts while remaining grounded in faith.

Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomeschool@gmail.com. She'd love to hear from you!

#homeschooling #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #christianeducation

Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomeschool@gmail.com. She'd love to hear from you!

#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity