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    HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast: Support for Homeschooling Parents

    www.HomeSchoolThinkTank.com Do you want to homeschool your kids with confidence? Are you looking for more joy in homeschooling? You've come to the right place. Join families from more than 90 countries to learn more about homeschooling, parenting, education, and mindset. Our Monday episodes are all about your mindset, and each Wednesday, you'll learn more about homeschooling and parenting. Click the follow button so that you never miss an episode. Sign up for our free workshop, join our coaching program, and learn more about how we serve homeschooling parents. Visit our website... www.HomeSchoolThinkTank.com Keep reading for more info! Jackie is the founder of HomeSchool ThinkTank, a licensed physical education teacher, and a life coach. She is also a long-time homeschooling mom of two daughters. One daughter is a homeschooled graduate, while the other is a homeschooled high school student. With more than a decade of homeschooling her children, Jackie's experienced the ups & downs of homeschooling and is here to help you navigate a lifestyle that has the potential to be incredible. Overcome the overwhelm that many parents feel and start homeschooling your kids with confidence. Each week we share expert interviews, information, education, mindset strategies, and inspiration that homeschool families need. In addition, we’re taking this one step further and guiding homeschool parents like you through our online coaching program. The HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast teaches you the nearly secret strategies that veteran homeschoolers use to homeschool their children for years. Jackie will guide you toward a more peaceful and fun-filled education journey with your kids. What do you call this lifestyle? Homeschooling, worldschooling, roadschooling, hackschooling, gameschooling, wildschooling, unschooling, life??? Regardless of what you call it, come along and join us on the journey of a lifetime. Leave the school mindset behind and focus on connections that matter, community, and helping your children develop a true love of learning.   Homeschooling isn’t just about education: it’s about your kids, it’s about your family, & it’s about a lifestyle.   Click the follow button right now so that you will never miss a future episode. Discover more about HomeSchool ThinkTank on our website. We're always sharing something new and interesting with you. www.HomeSchoolThinkTank.com
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    Episodes (127)

    Life Coaching for Homeschool Parents: The Model

    Life Coaching for Homeschool Parents: The Model

    In this episode, Jackie shares how she helps homeschooling parents through life-coaching and homeschool consulting services.  

    Sign up for a free consultation and learn more about individual coaching...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/homeschool-consulting/

    Discover group coaching for homeschool parents...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/thrive/

     

    You Can Homeschool: Meet Carrie Strong

    You Can Homeschool: Meet Carrie Strong

    Have you wondered what homeschooling is like for other families? 

    In this episode, you'll meet homeschooling mom and author Carrie Strong.  She talks about her book, becoming an author, and what homeschooling is like for her family.

    Get Carrie's book and learn about more approaches to homeschooling.

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/interviews/#carrie-strong

    Decide if Homeschooling Is Right for Your Family

    Decide if Homeschooling Is Right for Your Family

    Have you ever struggled with making a decision?

    In this podcast episode, you'll learn a process that can help you make a decision about ANYTHING.

    Listen to this episode and use Jackie's decision-making method to decide if homeschooling is the right choice for your family.  

    Schedule a homeschool consultation today...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/homeschool-consulting/

    Strewing 101

    Strewing 101

    Strewing is a simple and effective way to encourage your children to use toys and educational materials without you "telling" them to.

    This podcast episode will show you how to create a learning-rich environment using strewing.

    Discover how to use this parenting technique to engage your kids AND give yourself a little break.

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/strewing/

     

     

    Negative Self Talk vs Positive Self Talk

    Negative Self Talk vs Positive Self Talk

    How do you talk to yourself? 

    What you say to yourself matters! And what you say in front of your children matters even more.

    The thoughts you have about yourself can make a tremendous difference in how your life evolves.

    If negative self-talk is your default, then this is a must-listen episode.  And if positive self-talk is easy for you, then tune in to learn how you can become more intentional and create a better life for yourself and your family.

    Book a coaching call with Jackie...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/homeschool-consulting/

    Math Mania! (Fun Games in the Link Below)

    Math Mania! (Fun Games in the Link Below)

    Discover a world where learning meets play as we explore a variety of engaging math games for kids, teens, and families.

    From board games to interactive online challenges, we've got the perfect mix of games for your homeschool group or family.

    Click the link below for MORE insights, recommendations, and tips on turning math into a thrilling adventure!

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/fun-math-games/

    David Lee Csicsko: Children's Book Illustrator and Artist

    David Lee Csicsko: Children's Book Illustrator and Artist

    Have you considered using children's books as a springboard for further education?

    David Lee Csicsko is a world-renowned artist and children's book illustrator. 

    In this interview, David shares his latest book, "Science People." 

    As a homeschooling parent, you could use this book to lead a homeschooling group or as part of your homeschool curriculum.

    This interesting interview will inspire you to embrace your children's strengths.

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/david-lee-csicsko/

    p.s. We are replaying this interview because this episode is still relevant and helpful to homeschooling parents.

    This interview was recorded on October 26, 2022.

    Creating a Habit of Gratitude

    Creating a Habit of Gratitude

    Are you raising grateful children?

    Have you created a habit of gratitude in your life?

    In this episode, you'll get ideas about how to make gratitude a habit and how to help your children become more grateful, too.

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/mindset/

    Get the book mentioned in this episode at the link below...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/books/#mindset

     

    This episode has been updated, but the main content was recorded in November 2020.

    Tenzi: A Fun Math Game for Homeschoolers & Families

    Tenzi: A Fun Math Game for Homeschoolers & Families

    Are you looking for a game that's fun for the entire family?

    Do you want your kids to work on math skills in a fun way?

    Listen to this episode and we'll share one of the most versatile dice games on the market.

    It's so much fun that your kids won't even realize they're doing math!

    Add this fun game to your homeschool curriculum - just don't call it curriculum!

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/tenzi-game/

    Setting Boundaries with Love

    Setting Boundaries with Love

    Do you feel overwhelmed during the holidays?

    As a homeschooling parent, you have a lot to do, and the holidays can leave you feeling engulfed with a never-ending list of places to go and people to please.

    In this episode, we discuss setting boundaries from a place of love.  The concept of, "Coming From Love," can change your approach as you set boundaries with people you care about.

    Learn about life coaching and homeschool consulting for parents...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/homeschool-consulting/

    p.s. While this episode references the holidays, you'll find this episode helpful year-round.

    A Deep Dive Into HomeSchool ThinkTank with Jackie

    A Deep Dive Into HomeSchool ThinkTank with Jackie

    In this episode, Jackie shares her family's homeschool story and the fascinating birth of HomeSchool ThinkTank.

    Discover the inspiration behind this educational venture, and gain insight into the driving force that led to its creation.

    And more importantly, learn how HomeSchool ThinkTank helps parents succeed at homeschooling their kids.

    Learn more...

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/about-homeschool-thinktank/

     

    Unpacking Your Educational Beliefs

    Unpacking Your Educational Beliefs

    Have you ever thought about the origins of your educational beliefs?

     

    Whether you attended public school, private school, or were homeschooled, your educational experiences impact how you homeschool your kids.

     

    In this episode, we explore how your thoughts about education impact your kids.

     

    Read the corresponding article and watch a different video about this topic.

     

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/beliefs-about-education/

    Autism & Nutrition with Karen Thomas

    Autism & Nutrition with Karen Thomas

    Do you know someone whose child has autism?

    In this fascinating interview with podcast host of Naturally Recovering Autism, Karen Thomas, you'll learn how our environment and foods impact children with autism.  

    Get Karen's book, join her program, and learn more:

    https://homeschoolthinktank.com/naturally-recovering-autism/

     

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