Welcome back to "Redeeming Our Homes," the podcast where we explore the joys and challenges of creating thriving learning environments at home. I'm your host, Christine, and today, I'm thrilled to share with you a homeschool recap from our first month of this enriching journey.

In this episode, titled "Homeschool Recap January 2024," we'll dive into the adjustments I've made to our homeschooling approach for both my five-year-old daughter and my two-year-old son. We've made some exciting curriculum changes, particularly in Bible studies, by choosing a more vibrant, children's Bible to captivate my daughter's imagination.

We're implementing the Sonlight homeschool program but with a personalized touch. I'm incorporating a 'morning basket' full of diverse learning activities to kickstart our days, adding a sense of routine and joy to our mornings. It's been a month of fine-tuning, from introducing a calendar for time awareness to shifting the pacing of our subjects like math and language arts to meet their progressing needs.

I've noticed my daughter's love for workbooks, and it's led to some happy surprises in her learning preferences. To foster this, I've invested in a variety of workbooks, including an adding and subtracting activity book and a drawing guide that promises to teach art in easy steps – perfect for nurturing her artistic talents. With a focus on a long-term homeschooling vision, I've also started to gather resources for future learning stages.

Aside from the home-based learning, I'm excited about the prospect of starting a play-based co-op for preschoolers in our area, blending social interaction with play, and further enriching our children's educational experience.

We've seen a shift towards more workbook-based learning, speeding through phonics activities, and reinforcing the importance of correct handwriting skills. I'm also sharing how this has reshaped our routine, allowing us to enjoy more Bible stories and read-aloud sessions in the evenings.

Join us as we dissect these changes, the lessons learned, and how we're continually adapting to ensure our children are not only learning but also thriving. Your input is invaluable, so please like, comment, and subscribe for more updates. It's time to get into the details of our homeschooling adventure – let's get started!

In this episode, we cover:

• Introduction to Homeschooling Progress
• Curriculum Adjustments
• Scheduling and Pacing Changes
• Educational Materials and Resource Management
• Community Engagement and Updates
• Subject-Specific Curriculum Development
• Observations on Learning Preferences
• Future Planning and Adaptation

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

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Welcome back to Redeeming Our Homes! In this episode, I share my family's reading choices for the month of January 2024. As a mother homeschooling my five-year-old and two-year-old, I outline the various books we've been enjoying together, as well as my personal reading selections. From family story time favorites to insightful nonfiction reads, I provide a peek into our literary world. Join us as we explore the diverse and enriching reading experiences within our home this month. In this episode, we cover: Family Reading Time Family Reading Selections Daughter's Reading Time Personal Reading Preferences Reading for Parents Related to Children's Needs Resources Mentioned in This Episode: How to Catch a Snowman Where Do Pants Go? Bathroom Boogie Kingdom of Wrenly book set High Five magazine subscription How to Find the Tooth Fairy Dolphin Adventure Dolphin Treasure Ants Gifted and Distractible Calm the Chaos Welcome to the School by the Sea Redeeming Our Homes Show Notes: ⁠https://redeemingourhomes.com/podcast-episode-6-what-weve-been-reading Connect with Christine of Redeeming Our Homes: ⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠ | christine@redeemingourhomes.com

Welcome back to Redeeming Our Homes, I'm your host, Christine, and today in Episode 4, we're venturing into the heart of our homeschooling journey. As a Christian, part-time college professor, and mother who values an integrated approach to education, I've taken a leap into homeschooling my two little ones, and I'm excited to share the curriculum choices that are shaping our days.

We'll delve into the literature-rich, Christian-based Sonlight curriculum that's guiding my five-year-old daughter and two-year-old son through the fascinating worlds of ancient history, language arts, and beyond. As we navigate through the complexities of potentially dyslexic handwriting and the beauty of tactile learning, you'll discover why I've supplemented our core curriculum with hands-on resources like "Handwriting Without Tears" and "Math U See," along with fun electives to foster a love for art, music, and problem-solving.

Join us as I unfold the delicate balance between digital and hands-on educational experiences, how playing takes precedence in early development, and why 'less is more' is our mantra for gentle learning. Whether you're a fellow homeschool parent or simply interested in thoughtful, nurturing education, this episode is for you. Stay tuned as we also touch upon the early groundwork for next week's topic—crafting our daily rhythm and the intricacies of socialization and preschool education.

Together, let's take another step in redeeming our homes, creating havens of learning and faith one day at a time.

In this episode, we cover:

• Introduction to Homeschooling Philosophy and Choices
• Curriculum Overview for Daughter's Kindergarten Year
• Tailoring the Kindergarten Curriculum to Daughter's Needs
• Preschool Curriculum for Son
• Hands-On and Digital Learning Integration
• Structuring the Homeschool Environment
• Learning Milestones and Pace
• Educational Standards and Requirements
• Extended Curriculum Subjects and Tools

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

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Montessori Wooden Shape Sorter Toy

Montessori Wooden Shape Sorting Box Game

Three Little Piggies Spatial Reasoning Game

Redeeming Our Homes Show Notes:

https://www.redeemingourhomes.com/podcast-episode-4-cultivating-a-love-for-learning

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