Feel overwhelmed? Remember, there's no one right way to homeschool. Flexibility, family values, and your child's interests should guide your choices. In this episode of Beyond the Lesson Plans, we dive into the various homeschooling curriculum styles, sharing insights and practical tips to help you select the best approach for your family's unique needs.

Resources & Links:

• Mystery of History
• My Father’s World
• Rainbow Resource Center
• Teacher Pay Teachers
• Rainbow Resources
• Cathy Duffy Homeschool Curriculum Reviews
• The 5 Flavors of Homeschooling: https://youtu.be/LKAkKvZIHz4?si=H4qera0qIHARkOy_

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Welcome to Beyond the Lesson Plans where Relationships>Worksheets. In this Episode, we look for the truth about learning style. Are they a myth or a powerful tool? Most educators and parents believe in the concept, but recent research suggests something different. Erin and Lora explore the VARC model. Visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic. Breaking down each style with practical insights. You'll discover that most people are a blend of styles, often overlapping and combining to create a unique learning signature. We share real-life stories about children who thrive when their education taps into their natural preferences like spelling songs, movement-based math, and tactile spelling tactics.

Links:

Learning Style Quiz: Free Learning Style Quiz: How Do You Learn?

HSLDA Quiz: What’s My Child’s Learning Preference?

The Power of Sent:

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Welcome to Beyond the Lesson Plans Where Relationships>worksheets. Homeschooling high school can feel intimidating!! Transcripts, credits, graduation requirements, prom, senior year celebrations… it can all start to feel like too much, too fast. But here’s the truth: you can do this.In this episode, we’re breaking it all down in a simple, encouraging way so you can move forward with confidence instead of fear. We’ll talk through what actually goes into high school at home, how transcripts and credits work, what you really need to know about planning for graduation, and how to still make space for the fun and meaningful moments like prom and senior celebrations.

Whether you’re just starting to think about high school or you’re already in the thick of it, this conversation is here to remind you that homeschooling through the high school years is not only possible but it can be a really beautiful season for your family.

Links:

Michigan High School Public School Graduation Requirements:

michigan high school graduation requirements

Michigan Homeschool Laws:

https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mde/2017/08/01/home_schools.pdf?rev=fef837db18ac4b75aa27c3ed78ff6679

HSLDA & HDLDA Military links:

HSLDA - Advocates for Homeschooling

Military Families

Homeschool Diploma:

Elevating Homeschool Graduations - HomeschoolDiploma.com

TEDx Algebra w/ John Bennett

https://youtu.be/xyowJZxrtbg

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Ready to take the plunge into homeschooling? This episode breaks down the essentials of getting started, from legal requirements to choosing the right curriculum and building community. Perfect for new homeschoolers or those considering the switch!

We discuss:

• The necessary step of withdrawing children from public school, including the importance of a withdrawal letter and record keeping
• The role of the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) and membership options
• Requirements across states, with focus on Michigan’s lenient regulations
• How to create a flexible schedule by subject and semester, including block scheduling and year-round schooling
• Different curriculum styles: traditional workbooks, Charlotte Mason, classical education, unit studies, and eclectic approaches
• Learning styles: kinesthetic, visual, auditory, reading/writing, and how to adapt homeschooling to fit your child
• The concept of de-schooling and transitioning from public school routines
• Managing socialization through co-ops, sports, field trips, and community groups
• Addressing common concerns about homeschooling: socialization, time management, and when to start

Resources & Links:

• Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) - Membership options from $150 annually to $1,500 lifetime
• Michigan.gov homeschooling resources - Graduation requirements and regulations
• Five Flavors of Homeschooling - YouTube - Video on different homeschool styles

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A conversation between Lora and Erin, two experienced homeschoolers, discussing their homeschooling journey, challenges, and the motivation behind starting a homeschooling podcast. They share insights, experiences, and plans for their podcast, 'Beyond the Lesson Plans'.

For questions and comments, email us at beyondthelessonplans2@gmail.com. we'd love to connect with you.