The Homeschool Huddle

Tori and John Cole

Pull up a chair, grab some coffee and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler. We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement. You can join us on our website www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com read less
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Episode 13: Dispelling the "Falling Behind" Myth in Homeschooling
5d ago
Episode 13: Dispelling the "Falling Behind" Myth in Homeschooling
Episode 13: Dispelling the "Falling Behind" My in Homeschooling is an episode for all Moms who struggle with the fear in homeschooling that their kids may fall behind.  Link for statistics mentioned: https://crowncounseling.com/statistics/public-school-vs-homeschool/#elementor-toc__heading-anchor-2 Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 12: The Lies Homeschool Moms Believe guest interview with Todd Wilson
Oct 29 2024
Episode 12: The Lies Homeschool Moms Believe guest interview with Todd Wilson
Episode 12: The Lies Homeschool Moms Believe is a guest interview with the author of the book himself, Todd Wilson.  It is an encouraging episode for all homeschooling families. Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 11: The Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe: The Real You
Oct 23 2024
Episode 11: The Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe: The Real You
Episode 11: Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe: The real you is all about taking off your mask of perfectionism, being the authentic you, finding an encourager in homeschooling and being an encourager to others in homeschooling.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 10: The Top 10 Reasons People Choose to Homeschool
Oct 16 2024
Episode 10: The Top 10 Reasons People Choose to Homeschool
The Homeschool Huddle: The Top 10 Reasons People Choose to Homeschool is a celebration episode and today it's all about the top 10 Reasons People want to homeschool! This list goes from being able to finish in your own time all the way to some super fun and silly answers from our guests on wearing pjs.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 9: The Lies Homeschool Moms Believe 5-9
Oct 8 2024
Episode 9: The Lies Homeschool Moms Believe 5-9
The Homeschool Huddle: The Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe 5-9 is a podcast on the lies of marriage comparisons, others can do it all, everyone is more capable than you, and you are the only one falling apart.  If you would like to join us in our book study-visit The Smiling Homeschooler store website here.  The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler is an episode where we're focusing on reigniting your passion and enthusiasm for homeschooling.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 8: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe 1-4
Oct 1 2024
Episode 8: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe 1-4
The Homeschool Huddle: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe 1-4 is an episode on the four lies homeschoolers believe in parenting, cooking, house cleaning, and a successful homeschool.   If you would like to join us in our book study-visit The Smiling Homeschooler store website here.  The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler is an episode where we're focusing on reigniting your passion and enthusiasm for homeschooling.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 7: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe
Sep 25 2024
Episode 7: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe
The Homeschool Huddle: The Lies Homeschoolers Believe is an episode on the lies homeschoolers believe and why we believe those as well as where those lies originate from.  If you would like to join us in our book study-visit The Smiling Homeschooler store website here.  The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler is an episode where we're focusing on reigniting your passion and enthusiasm for homeschooling.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood? We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 6: The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler
Sep 17 2024
Episode 6: The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler
The Homeschool Huddle: Encouragement and Inspiration for the Struggling Homeschooler is an episode where we're focusing on reigniting your passion and enthusiasm for homeschooling.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 5: Successful Homeschoolers Need Community
Sep 10 2024
Episode 5: Successful Homeschoolers Need Community
The Homeschool Huddle: Successful Homeschoolers Need Community is an episode on the value and importance of homeschooling families being involved in a community.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.   The Homeschool Huddle: Successful Homeschoolers Need Community to do life with other families, make memories, and share one another's' burdens and successes.
Episode 4: Strategies for Balancing Homeschool Life with Family Life
Sep 3 2024
Episode 4: Strategies for Balancing Homeschool Life with Family Life
The Homeschool Huddle: Strategies for balancing Homeschool life with family life is an episode for homeschool moms and families on balancing the demands of homeschooling children as well as being a homemaker and business owner.    Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 3: 5 To-Dos to Start Your Homeschool Year off Successfully
Aug 27 2024
Episode 3: 5 To-Dos to Start Your Homeschool Year off Successfully
The Homeschool Huddle: 5 to-Dos to Start Your Homeschool Year Off Successfully is a practical podcast on how to have the best homeschool year yet!  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 2: 5 Reasons Why You Are Enough to Homeschool Your Kid
Aug 27 2024
Episode 2: 5 Reasons Why You Are Enough to Homeschool Your Kid
The Homeschool Huddle: 5 Reasons Why You Are Enough for Your Homeschool Kid is an episode that explores the unique qualities, abilities, and remembering your why for homeschool parents and how these strengths can provide a nurturing and successful homeschool environment for your kid.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.
Episode 1 Why We The Homeschool Huddle Chose Homeschooling
Aug 27 2024
Episode 1 Why We The Homeschool Huddle Chose Homeschooling
The Homeschool Huddle: Why We chose to Homeschool is a podcast that explores the personal journeys and motivations of families who have made the decision to homeschool their children.  Do you ever feel alone in your homeschooling journey, like no one really understands your struggles? Are you wrestling with your kids being different because they are homeschooled? Do you question if you are doing enough in your homeschool? Or worry if your kids will be equipped for life beyond homeschool including college, careers and adulthood?   We have found ourselves asking these same questions. We're Tori and John, homeschool parents of 4 kids. After lots of prayer, persistence, encouragement from other families on the same path, and taking it one step at a time we are continuing to learn and grow in the homeschooling journey. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and join us as we dive into discussions related to topics ranging from having peace and overcoming obstacles in homeschooling, the value of fulfilling your God-given calling as a homeschooler.  We believe a great source of encouragement comes from building a tribe of people who support and encourage your homeschooling adventure. We want to offer you insight on how to build that community. Along the way we will throw in some good fun and encouragement.  Join us on our website: www.thehomeschoolhuddle.com or find on Facebook and IG at The Homeschool Huddle and The Homeschool Huddle Podcast.