If teaching science (or even the idea of teaching science) stresses you out, then pour yourself a cup of coffee and join Carrie for a little coffee break this week.   No textbook? No problem!  In this week's podcast, Carrie shares how to plan, organize, and implement an entire year of science studies that the entire family will enjoy.  No matter what your budget, time restraints, the age of your children, or science knowledge, Carrie will show you how to make your science studies this year simple, stress-free, and super fun.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

"I promise to love God, cherish my family, honor my country, and serve in my community."  ~ American Heritage Girls (AHG) PledgeAre you looking for a Christian scouting program for your daughter, granddaughter, or niece?  The AHG pledge sums up this Christ-centered character and leadership development program for girls 5 to 18 years old.  For nearly 30 years, AHG has been dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country.  In this week's episode, Carrie talks with her friend, Beverly Wolterbeek, a fellow homeschooling mom and AHG leader, about an organization Carrie absolutely loves- American Heritage Girls (AHG).   Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put it in a tin camping mug, and join Carrie and Beverly for a little coffee and conversation about how to build character, patriotism, and faith through service, outdoor adventure, and badge work.To find a troop in your area, go to https://americanheritagegirls.org. Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

In this week's episode, Carrie shares what she thinks is the best homeschooling idea ever.  It's narration!  What is narration?  Why should you use it?  When is a good time to do it?  There's no need to overcomplicate the act of narration.  In this little coffee break, Carrie shares tips for navigating narration with your children and explains the four important skills children learn through the act of narration.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break about the best homeschooling idea ever!Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

No textbook? No problem!  You don't need a formal curriculum to teach history.  Actually, it's more fun if you don't.  In this week's episode, Carrie shares how to use a literature-based approach to teaching history.  All you need to make history come alive is to read historical fictions, biographies, non-fiction picture books, and primary documents.  It's simple, it's fun, and it's so doable!  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, get your notebook, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break.For help finding living books for history, check out CM Book Finder @ https://apps.simplycharlottemason.com Literature Packs by Beautiful Feet Publishers @https://www.bfbooks.comSupport the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Are you interested in memory work but are not sure how to do it or where to get started?  In this week's episode, Carrie revisits a conversation she had with Amy Sloan of  Humility & Doxology.  Carrie and Amy share ideas about memory work or as Amy likes to call it, "knowing it by heart."   In this conversation, Carrie and Amy discuss:•What is memory work•Why memory work is important and useful•How to easily incorporate memory work into your lessons•What kinds of things are helpful and fun to memorize•How to do memory work with multiple children of multiple ages•Lists of memory work resources•And much more...    You don't want to miss this episode.  It is definitely a podcast to remember.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break. Resources Mentioned in this episode:Amy, who is a 2nd generation homeschool mom of 5 children, shares every month a month's worth of memory work that moms can use in their own homeschooling.https://humilityanddoxology.com Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology Podcast with Amy SloanClassical Conversation Memory Work CDSeeds of Worship Songs for Bible Memory WorkSlugs and Bugs for Bible Memory WorkPip and J Papery Card Sets for Scripture MemorySupport the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Carrie's learning motto is "Gamify It"!  Whatever skill eludes your child, it can probably be explained or taught through a game.  Gamify everything:  math facts, spelling rules, vocabulary words, science concepts, economic principles, music theory, even History events, the Constitution, and the Electoral College.  In this week's coffee break, Carrie talks with one of her favorite game creators, Jim Moran.  In an effort to help his daughter learn challenging concepts, he turned those concepts into games.  Well, the rest is history!  SemperSmart games was created.  Carrie and Jim discuss ways to "gamify" just about everything as a way to help students learn more while having fun.  Jim also shares the many games he has developed and how moms can use them in their homeschooling.  Make sure you listen all the way to the end.  You don't want to miss the special offer Jim has for the listeners of this episode.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put those SemperSmart games in your Amazon cart (you will want all of them after this episode), and join Carrie and Jim for a little coffee and conversation about using games to make learning fun.To purchase SemperSmart games, go to Amazon.com For more information about Jim and SemperSmart Games, go to https://sempersmartgames.com Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Many moms educate only one child at home.  Homeschooling a single child can be very different from homeschooling multiple children. There are big advantages and some unique challenges too.  After Carrie's eldest graduated high school, she found herself homeschooling only one teen for the last four years of their homeschooling journey.   In this week's coffee break, Carrie talks with Jessica Waldock, founder of The Waldock Way, about the advantages and blessings of homeschooling only one child.  They also delve into some of the unique challenges and how to overcome them in the home education environment.   Jessica and Carrie also go down a few rabbit holes about the "art of strewing"!  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Jessica for a little coffee and conversation about homeschooling one child at home.To order a few unit studies, visit thewaldockway.comConnect with Jessica on Instagram @thewaldockway Check out Jessa's YouTube Channel, The Waldock Way.To download the free "Guide to Strewing," go to https://www.thewaldockway.com/guide-to-strewing-in-your-homeschool/ Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Parents are told it is impossible to have a positive relationship with their teens.  It's a lie; don't believe it!  It is possible to pursue meaningful relationships with your teen.  Spending time with your teen is a gift.  Hanging out with your teenager can actually be fun!  In this week's episode, Carrie talks candidly with Greta Eskridge about changing this negative, incorrect, and divisive narrative about parent and teen relationships.  Greta shares practical ways to pursue relationships with your teens.    Even if it seems like your teen doesn't want to be around you, listen to this week's conversation.  Don't believe the lies.  Don't give up.  Change your family's story and the world's narrative.  Pour yourself a very large cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Greta for this very important (and fun) conversation.To purchase Greta's books, Adventuring Together and 100 Days of Adventure, go to Amazon.com.  To learn more about Greta, visit her website, www.gretaeskridge.com and follow her on Instagram @maandpamodern. Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

This interview was so good, Carrie wanted to share it again!  In this week's episode, Carrie shares a conversation she had with Jennifer Pepito about the many hidden gifts and blessings of homeschooling.  As homeschooling moms, not every day feels like a gift.   This is why we need a gentle reminder every now that homeschooling really is a gift!  If you are feeling overwhelmed and burnt out or you are second-guessing your decision to homeschool and God's calling to home education, you don't want to miss this past coffee break.  You will be encouraged and inspired.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, take a deep breath, and join Carrie and Jennifer for some much-needed coffee and conversation.  Jennifer is the founder of Peaceful Press Curriculum and Resources and the author of the new book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. To learn more about the Peaceful Press, visit Peaceful Press.  Follow Jennifer@jenniferpepito and @thepeacefulpress.  To purchase her book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, visit motheringbythebook.com.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Let them be little! Give your little ones a childhood.  Protect their hearts.  Keep the wonder years wonderful.  The preschool years should not be about academics.  It is a time to focus on connections, to explore, and to engage little learners with the world around them! It's a time to build relationships, godly character, and healthy habits.  In this week's episode, Carrie talks with Katie Klein, founder of Little House Learning Company and author of the Let Them Be Little Preschool Curriculum.  Katie shares the four pillars of early childhood education and how to include them in your homeschooling:  Time Outside in NatureReading Quality, Living BooksPlay-Based Exploration While LearningGrowing in Life Skills and HabitsCarrie and Katie also share how to use a gentle approach to learning during the preschool years.  Put the toddler down for a nap, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and join Carrie and Katie for some coffee and conversation about homeschooling preschool.To purchase Let Them Be Little Preschool Curriculum, go to https://littlehouselearningco.comConnect with Katie on IG @littlehouselearningco.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Don't plan your new homeschooling year or finalize your plans until you listen to this week's little coffee break.  This week, Carrie is sharing a conversation she had last year with Rachael Alsbury!   In this past episode, Rachael and Carrie talk about yearly and weekly planning and how to cook, clean, and keep up with normal mom stuff while teaching too.  Rachael also shares her Simple Start Formula, her Planning Schema, and her Daily Anchors.   Pour yourself a cup of coffee, pull out your homeschool planner, and join Carrie and Rachael for some coffee and conversation about how to plan and organize your homeschooling this coming school year. Rachael is a writer, photographer, and regular contributor to Wild and Free.  She believes in rich learning through simple formats. She shares practical tips and tools for the homeschooling mother on her blog rachaelalsbury.com.  You can also find her on Instagram at @rachael.alsbury.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

This interview was so awesome the first time, Carrie wanted to share again.  Carrie revisits a conversation she had with Aimee Eucce, a 2nd generational homeschooler who also struggled with severe Dyslexia growing up. She was told she would never read past a sixth-grade level. She hated reading but that all changed in sixth grade.   What happened?  Thanks to Aimee's mom and the reading program, Play 'n Talk,  Aimee was reading and spelling at a college level by grade six.  In this week's coffee break, Carrie shares a conversation she had with Aimee Euccee, who is now the owner of the company that changed her life.  Aimee shares her personal struggles with dyslexia, her experience homeschooling as a child, and how she uses Play 'n Talk curriculum to teach her own children at home and to teach a new generation of readers.  If you have a struggling reader, a late bloomer, or a child with learning differences, you do not want to miss this episode.  Even if your dyslexic child is all grown up, take a listen.  Amiee's story will encourage you.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Aimee for a little coffee and conversation.To learn more about the phonics program, Play 'n Talk, visit Aimee's website at https://www.playntalk.com  and follow her on IG @playntalk and  @littlesdirtandgrace.  Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

"Don't let schooling get in the way of your education" ~ Mark TwainThere is a huge difference between doing school at home and home educating.  In this week's coffee date, Carrie talks with Stephanie Slade, the founder and organizer of the Northern California Homeschool Convention. Carrie and Stephanie discuss the differences between home "schooling" and true home education and the freedom that truly comes when the classroom model, state standards, and school schedules are replaced with a learning lifestyle.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, get ready to change your perspective, and join Carrie and Stephanie for some coffee and conversation.To register for the Northern CA Homeschool Convention (July 21st-22nd 2023), go to https://thenchc.us For more information on future NCHC events, follow Stephanie @the_nchc.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

God's Word has eternal power.  The words of a mother have power.   In this week's episode, Carrie's guest, Jenni Hunt Dowling, shares just how powerful the words of a mother can be.  Carrie knew God ordained her to sit next to Jenni at the Wild + Free Speaker luncheon. God knew Carrie needed to hear Jenni's story. Her testimony reminded Carrie of how powerful words are and that moms can speak life into their children by claiming God’s purposes and promises for their lives and for their children's lives.  In this week's coffee and conversation, Carrie and Jenni share:How to create a home atmosphere full of life-giving and faith-filled words despite current challenging circumstances Ways moms can we break negative word patterns such as name-calling, limiting dreams, etc)How to sow the seeds that will reap rewards in another season.This is one of the most powerful conversations Carrie has had in the past 3 years.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Jenni for this little coffee break. You don't want to miss it!Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

What is interest-led learning?  What is a passion-driven education?  In this week's episode, Carrie shares a past interview with Connor Boyack, the author of Passion-Driven Education and the Tuttle Twins.   In this conversation, Connor discusses two of his 30+ books, The Passion-Driven Education:  How to Use Your Child's Interests to Ignite a Lifelong Love of Learning  and Skip College: Launch Your Career without Debt, Distractions, or a Degree.  Carrie and Connor discuss how to replace standards-based education with interest-led learning and the importance of replacing your "school at home" model with a home education lifestyle.Connor is an author, public speaker, TV show producer, podcaster, libertarian communicator, and homeschool dad.  He is the founder and president of Libertas Institute a free market think tank in Utah and is best known for The Tuttle Twins books, a children's series introducing young readers to economic, political, and civic principles.Pour yourself a shot of espresso, put Connor's books into your Amazon cart ( you will want to read them after this interview), and join Carrie and Connor for a little coffee and conversation about a passion-driven education.Connor's Social Media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cboyack  https://www.facebook.com/libertasutah https://www.facebook.com/TuttleTwins/ Connor's Websites:https://connorboyack.com/https://libertas.org/https://tuttletwins.com/Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

You really can homeschool outside the box!  Let the Homeschooling OG's tell you how! In this week's episode, Carrie shares a past interview with you two of her mentors and favorite people in the southern California homeschooling community, Carolyn and Martin Forte.   As homeschool pioneers, they have successfully homeschooled their two daughters and have influenced the direction of the homeschool movement for over 30 years.  In this conversation, Carolyn, Martin, and Carrie discuss:•advice for the weary and reluctant homeschoolers•encouragement for the seasoned homeschool moms•trends in the homeschooling movement (the good, bad, and the ugly!)•ways to think and homeschool outside the box •how to educate your own in freedom and for the glory of God  •and so much more!Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee and conversation with the OG's of Homeschooling, Carolyn and Martin Forte.  You can find the Forte's at Excellence in Education website or on IG @socalhomeschoolhelpSupport the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Do you do Hymn Studies with your family?  Are you curious as to how to get started and what they are?  In this week's episode, Carrie and Christa Svoboda talk about doing Hymn Studies as part of your family worship time and morning time lessons.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and praise the Lord during this week's little coffee break.  Join Carrie and her guest, Christa, for a little coffee and conversation about hymn studies. Connect with Christa on IG @seekwhollyliving.Resources Mentioned:Then Sings My Soul: 150 of the World's Greatest Hymn Stories  by Robert J. MorganThen Sings My Soul, Book 2: 150 of the World's Greatest Hymn Stories by Robert MorganThen Sings My Soul Special Edition by Robert Morgan (2010-11-07) by Robert J Morgan Still Singing: Hymn Stories For Every Season by Not Consumed Happy Hynmody Website:  https://happyhymnody.wordpress.com Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

"Music speaks what cannot be expressed.  It soothes the mind and gives it rest.  It heals the heart and makes it whole.  It flows from heaven to heal the soul."  ~ K.C. LynnThe minute Carrie met Jenni and her twin sister, Jessi, at the Wild and Free Conference, she knew there was something special about them.  When Carrie heard them sing,  she was reminded of the simplicity of words, the beauty of music, and the power of praise and worship.    In this week's episode, Carrie talks with Jenni Hunt Dowling of the musical group, The Hunts,  about the beauty of music, its power to heal, the importance of including it in our daily lives, and the simplicity of including worship and music in our home education.   Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Jenni for some coffee and conversation about the simplicity of including music, worship, and music appreciation in our homeschooling. Check out The Hunts at https://www.thehuntsmusic.com.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Travel the world without leaving the comfort of your home.  The only bag you will need to pack is your library bag.  Use books, music, art, history, geography, math, games, food, science, and field trips to explore countries and cultures around the world.  In this week's episode, Carrie shares how to spend an entire school year "traveling" the world.  Helpful tips are given on how to easily use geography and mapwork as the backbone for an entire year of immersive, integrative, and family-style learning.  Carrie also gives a sneak peek preview of the new curriculum resource, Passport to Learning Morning Time Plans digital book, that will be available this summer to order at coffeewithcarrie.org.  Pour yourself a cup of Italian espresso or a glass of Thai tea, put your feet up, and join Carrie for a little coffee break and travel talk.  For links, books, and activities mentioned in this week's podcast, go to Coffee With Carrie Website.  Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Carrie asked her listeners to share the best Homeschooling advice that they have ever received. In this week's episode, Carrie shares their answers as well as a few extra pieces of advice from her experiences along the way.   You will love these answers! They are very encouraging (and practical).  After you listen to this week's episode, you need to share this episode with all of your friends.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and take a little coffee break with Carrie.  Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling