Hey, homeschoolers! We know that reading is the key to unlocking knowledge. When our child is struggling to read as mine once did, we get worried. My guest today, Jan Harmsworth, is going to help…
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The Best Audiobooks for Kids and Families Now
Hey, homeschoolers! I recently spoke about how valuable audiobooks are in homeschooling. But I’m excited about my guest today, who will help us identify the best audiobooks to listen to now that we are sheltering…
Why You Should Include Audiobooks in Your Homeschool
Hey, homeschoolers! If you’ve ever worried that you’re copping out by allowing your kids to listen to audiobooks in lieu of reading, this episode is for you. There are six benefits of using audiobooks in…
How to Avoid Drill & Kill in Teaching Language Arts
Hey homeschoolers! If your student doesn’t enjoy some aspects of language arts, whether that is reading, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, or writing, there is a good chance you have succumbed to the age old approach of…
How to Make Grammar Fun Regardless of Your Curriculum
Hey, homeschoolers! Does grammar get groans at your house? That’s how grammar lessons taught in the traditional way are usually greeted. And we can’t blame our kids for dreading grammar. It can be dry and tedious. Skipping…
Why Vocabulary Matters and How to Teach It
Hey homeschoolers! Does your child have a good vocabulary? If you aren’t confident of that, you’ll want to listen to this episode where I will explain why our children’s vocabularies are vitally important. I’ll also…
6 Reasons Your Child Hates to Write and What to Do About It
Hey, homeschoolers! Does your child resist writing? Run away from writing prompts? I have six reasons your child hates to write and how to fix it in this episode of The Homeschool Sanity Show. But…