RAR #255: The Five Habits of Happy Homeschoolers

Read-Aloud Revival ®

Sarah Mackenzie

Books, Homeschool, How To, Read-aloud, Kids & Family, Teaching From Rest, Reading, Education, Parenting

4.9 • 3.3K Ratings

🗓️ 12 December 2024

⏱️ 72 minutes

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Summary

What do happy homeschoolers have in common?

Over the years, I’ve spoken with thousands of homeschoolers from all over the world. When I asked experienced moms what they do to cultivate peace and joy in their homeschool lives, I discovered there are five habits happy homeschool mamas often share.

The good news is that YOU can adopt these habits, no matter what kind of homeschooler you are, what method or curriculum you use, what your budget is, or how many kids you have. You don’t need a new curriculum, schedule, or homeschooling philosophy. You don’t need to become a new person. It’s possible to feel happier about your homeschool, exactly as it is right now.

Today, I’m sharing a recording of a talk I gave at several homeschool conferences last year about the five habits of happy homeschoolers and how they can help you have a happier homeschool today.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Why building and nurturing relationships is central to a happy homeschool
How getting clear on your real priorities will help you simplify and do less
The way comparison–to others, to strangers on Instagram, to public schools–sucks the joy out of our homeschools

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Find the rest of the show notes at: readaloudrevival.com/five-habits-of-happy-homeschoolers

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0:00.0	Hey, hey, Sarah McKenzie here.
0:01.8	Before we get into the show, I have got to tell you about two brand new books your family's
0:07.7	going to love.
0:08.5	These are books that will capture your children's hearts and minds long after they've
0:12.6	turned the last page.
0:14.3	First up is Dear Duck, Please Come.
0:16.6	This is a lighthearted romp through Piney Glen with a band of friends who learn that friendship
0:22.4	isn't about fixing each other's problems. It's more about being there for each other. And they
0:27.5	learn this as they pursue a lost tooth. This charming picture book is what Kirkus Reviews calls
0:33.7	a sweet, funny story great for fans of A.A. Mills, Winnie the Pooh. Now, the book isn't even out yet.
0:41.3	It hits shelves January 7th, but it actually sold all the way through its initial print run
0:47.8	in pre-orders alone and has already gone to a second printing. So this one is much anticipated
0:53.2	and you definitely want to
0:55.2	grab yours. Now, how about a fantasy novel for ages 8 to 14, although it could be read with all
1:01.5	ages? Beyond Mulberry Glenn is a captivating tale filled with heartwarming characters. Kate
1:08.5	Albus, the author of A Place to Hang the Moon, says it will
1:12.3	enchant young readers. And Mary Rosewood, the author of The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place,
1:18.7	says that the author, Millie Florence, is one to watch. Now, we've got a special gift for you.
1:23.8	Anyone who pre-orders Beyond Mulberry Glenn and goes to waxwingbooks.com
1:29.5	slash BMG to register it will get a sheet of stickers, a bookmark, and an adhesive bookplate
1:36.8	signed by the author delivered in the mail. And if you happen to want to gift any of your
1:42.1	favorite youngsters with either of these books,
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