Episode 25: Lapbooks, Notebooks, or Unit Studies: Should I Use Them?
“Lapbooks, Notebooks, or Unit Studies—Should I Use Them?” What are their benefits? Are they a good fit for your homeschool and your kids’ learning styles? Find out all about these tools from Christine Weller in Episode 25 of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show, brought to you by The Old Schoolhouse®.
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Host Christine Weller of SchoolhouseTeachers.com and The Canadian Schoolhouse mentioned dinosaurs in today’s podcast. If dinosaurs are popular at your house too, you might enjoy these articles:
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Connect with SchoolhouseTeachers.com
Looking for a way to enrich a topic of study? Check out our hands-on course, Lapbooking, as mentioned by host Christine Weller in today’s episode. Through forty-six units, students from kindergarten to seventh grade explore a variety of subjects by using printable lessons, templates, activities, and vocabulary lists. Lapbooking is one of over 400 courses accessible for SchoolhouseTeachers.com members. See also Lapbooking Through Science and Lapbooking Through the Ages.
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Connect with The Canadian Schoolhouse
Did you know The Canadian Schoolhouse is brought to you by The Old Schoolhouse®? The site is filled with resources, especially for Canadian homeschoolers (though it’s so good, homeschoolers all over will appreciate it!) Here’s a sample of what you’ll find on the site: “8 Science Activities to Do at Home This Summer.” Today’s host Christine Weller is on staff with The Canadian Schoolhouse.
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You have kept them home, taught them well, and prepared them for life. The time is coming when your high schooler will graduate, spread their wings, and fly. The team that has walked beside you through the homeschooling years is ready to illuminate the path to post-secondary education. The Old Schoolhouse® is pleased to offer Homeschool College Directory & Resources, filled with colleges vying for the attention of homeschoolers. Plus, discover invaluable articles specific to this stage of life and other helpful resources to keep your grad on the right path.
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Have you visited HomeschoolingFinds.com? It’s brought to you by The Old Schoolhouse® and is an excellent source of information on homeschool products you may not have yet heard of. Check out this post regarding Home School in the Woods: Bring Lessons to Life with Hands On History. Here is a popular post about a writing unit study: A Guide to Creating Unit Studies — Manatees.
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Connect with Upcoming Episodes
New episodes of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show are released every Monday. Check back right here for show notes and links at HomeschoolShow.com. Here is what you can look forward to next:
- 7/24/23: Episode 26—“Homeschool Planning: Breathing Room and Simplicity” hosted by Heather Vogler of The Old Schoolhouse®
- 7/31/23: Episode 27—“Before You Begin: Getting and Staying Organized” hosted by Heather Vogler of The Old Schoolhouse®
- 8/7/23: Episode 28—“When You Need Help: Where to Find Support” hosted by Deborah Wuehler of The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine
Questions or comments on the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show podcast? We would love to hear from you at HomeschoolShow@TheOldSchoolhouse.com.
Recent Show Notes
Episode 65: Copywork, Cursive, and Comprehension
Monday, 22 April 2024
Learn from Deborah Wuehler, senior editor of The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, the importance of teaching our children to copy Jesus and His Word. We can never underestimate the power of the Word of God in our children’s hearts and minds. In Episode Sixty-Five of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show: “Copywork, Cursive, and Comprehension,” we are reminded that copying Jesus is the beginning of wisdom and understanding.
- Published in Homeschool Language Arts, Podcast
Episode 64: What Do Homeschool Graduates Look Like?
Monday, 15 April 2024
What will homeschool graduates do after high school? In Episode 64 of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show, Christine Weller discusses reasons to homeschool through high school, including the flexibility and adaptability of homeschooling. Homeschool graduates can succeed no matter where life takes them. Find the show notes for “What Do Homeschool Graduates Look Like?” on HomeschoolShow.com.
- Published in Homeschool Graduates, Podcast
Episode 63: Myth Busters: Socialization and Isolation
Monday, 08 April 2024
How do you respond to questions about socialization? In Episode 63 of The Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show—“Myth Busters: Socialization and Isolation,” Stephanie provides a deeper view into our children’s socialization. Explore aspects of behaviors and customs worth learning, intentional protection, and meaningful outings. It’s not just about getting our kids around other kids to play!
- Published in Homeschool Advice, Podcast
Episode 62: How to Homeschool When Mom Is Sick and Tired
Monday, 01 April 2024
What happens in your homeschool when mom is sick and tired? Deborah Wuehler shares how she taught independence to her children, created checklists, and put together to-go bags to help her continue the homeschool routine during those times. Tune into Episode 62 of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show podcast—“How to Homeschool When Mom Is Sick and Tired” for practical tips and encouragement from Deborah.
- Published in Homeschool Encouragement, Homeschool Moms, Podcast
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