Episodes 304
Avg. Duration 26m
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Since Apr 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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For the young parents, the veteran homeschoolers, or anyone navigating the waters of homeschool options, nationally-known speaker and educational consultant, Carole Joy Seid, helps you homeschool simply, inexpensively, and enjoyably with a Bible, math curriculum, and library card. Great books have the power to build godly family culture and give educational success! If you need a weekly shot of encouragement and support to continue on with confident joy in your homeschooling journey, listen in. 

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S6E307 307: Building a Love for Reading in Our Children

Mar 11, 2026 25m

“The chores aren’t done…Should I really sit down to read?” In this excerpt from one of our in-person workshops, JJ Seid explains why a home filled with books matters more than wealth or degrees for…

S6E306 306: “I Read More Books in One Year Than My Entire Life”

Mar 04, 2026 27m

The story of Justin and Sissi Little is sure to encourage you as you consider homeschooling. They share their paths of coming from divorced homes and public school to recognizing their need for Jesus…

S6E305 305: Don’t Outsource High School! Build a Biblical Foundation and Launch Strong (Part 5 of 5)

Feb 25, 2026 22m

Are you homeschooling a high schooler or planning to? In this episode from the archive, we delve into the “golden years” of homeschooling, exploring the crucial role of parents in shaping your…

S6E304 304: Shaping Character and Faith During the Transitional Middle School Years (Part 4 of 5)

Feb 18, 2026 25m

The transitional period between childhood and adolescence can be daunting. However, it is also key to shaping their spiritual growth.Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester discuss the importance of…

S6E303 303: When and How to Turn Up Academic Rigor- Homeschooling Elementary Children (Part 3 of 5)

Feb 11, 2026 22m

These years are when the "better late than early" approach is so important as parents prepare their elementary-aged kids for a gradual transition to more serious studies in middle and high…

S6E302 302: Is There Such a Thing as Too Early? Homeschooling Preschool-Aged Children (Part 2 of 5)

Feb 04, 2026 22m

Have you wondered what the best approach to educating your preschooler is? In this episode, we delve into the crucial preschool years and the essential aspects that lay the foundation for educational…

S6E301 301: What Exactly Is The Homeschool Made Simple Approach? (Part 1 of 5)

Jan 28, 2026 22m

Are you looking to understand the Homeschool Made Simple method in a nutshell? In this episode from the archive, we explore the research-based, interest-led, and literature-rich approach to…

S6E300 300: Homeschooling to Higher Education: A Success Story

Jan 21, 2026 28m

300 Episodes! We are celebrating you, our faithful listeners and homeschool community, for coming alongside us on this wonderful journey. In honor of 300, we want to celebrate a homeschool graduate!…

S6E299 299: Confident Kids, Critical Thinkers: How Homeschooling Transformed the Cavin Family

Jan 14, 2026 35m

In this episode from the archives, The Cavins were your typical public school family until their oldest daughter started to experience difficulty in her math classes. After homeschooling now for four…

S6E298 298: Is There A “Right” Way to Homeschool?

Jan 07, 2026 25m

Do you ever find yourself looking for the ”right way to homeschool?” Sometimes we get swept up in doing what others are doing and then find ourselves frustrated with the results. But how do we…

S6E297 297: Spiritual Formation and Intellectual Curiosity- Lessons from C.S. Lewis

Dec 31, 2025 33m

In this episode from the archive, Dr. Jerry Root shares with Carole stories about his college days and finding faith by reading C.S. Lewis, the “author who opens more than wardrobe doors.” As we read…

S6E296 296: Snuggle In for a Family Read-Aloud, Papa Panov’s Special Day

Dec 17, 2025 18m

Grab a blanket and some hot chocolate for a Christmas read aloud with Carole and Papa Panov! Today Carole reads a very special story: Papa Panov's Special Day.RESOURCES+9 Great Christmas Books for…

S6E295 295: Having a Mentor Can Make All the Difference in Homeschooling

Dec 10, 2025 29m

In this episode from the archive, Carole sits down with Kara Beck, a veteran homeschool mom of eight, who shares her honest journey through decades of homeschooling. They discuss the real-life…

S6E294 294: Cozy Up with Carole’s Christmas Classics

Dec 03, 2025 26m

One of our favorite parts of the Advent and Christmas seasons is bringing out our favorite books to share as a family. It is so special to read these stories year after year and discover new books…

S6E293 293: Discovering Jesus Through the Lives of Christians Who Came Before Us with Dr. Lyle Dorsett

Nov 26, 2025 24m

Biographies may be just what your child needs to learn how to live out their faith in Jesus in real life! In this episode from the archive Carole Joy Seid sits down with acclaimed author and…

S6E292 292: Make Christmas Richer with Books, Experiences, and Service

Nov 19, 2025 34m

As we inch toward Thanksgiving and Christmas, life begins to ramp up a bit. You might be wondering if you have to stick your usual homeschool routines amidst all the activity of the holidays.In…

S6E291 291: Homeschool Made Simple’s Next Chapter

Nov 12, 2025 38m

Today, Rachel Winchester, Carole and J. J. Seid share some exciting news about the next phase of our ministry. We explain what this change means for our mission to serve and equip parents, but now…

S6E290 290: Homeschool Moms CAN Make Time to Read For Themselves Every Day

Nov 05, 2025 25m

Rachel Winchester sits down to share with us how she MAKES time for reading enjoyable books for herself in spite of all the to-do’s that happen each day. She shares her daily routine of creating…

S6E289 289: Homeschooling Q&A: Dad Participation, Little Kid Distractions, and Navigating Screens

Oct 29, 2025 22m

In this episode from the archive, Rachel Winchester and Carole Joy Seid answer some of the most common questions from homeschooling families. They give practical ways to involve dads in family…

S6E288 288: When 'I'm Bored' Becomes a Good Thing

Oct 22, 2025 27m

In this episode from the archives we get practical! Rachel Winchester and Carole Joy Seid dive into the challenges of unplugging kids in a world dominated by screens and constant noise. Carole and…

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