Epic Mom Life

How to Choose the Best Homeschool Writing Program

In this episode, Kara shares how to choose the perfect homeschool writing program that fits your child’s needs and your learning style. Learn what really matters—skills, growth, fun—and skip the fluff. A must-know for new and veteran homeschoolers!

Mentioned links/resources in this episode:

• Homeschooling Statistics in 2025 (Latest U.S. Data)
• 90+ Homeschool Conventions in 2025
• Homeschool Grading Made Easy: Mastering Rubrics
• How to Choose a Quality Homeschool Writing Program
  
  

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Challenge Your Gifted Child This Summer

Keep your gifted child engaged this summer with enriching activities in foreign language, art, and music. In this episode, Kara shares how you can unlock your gifted child's full potential with creative, intellectually stimulating programs that go far beyond the textbook.

Mentioned links/resources in this episode:

• Advantages of a bilingual brain (by Tracy Trautner, Michigan State University Extension)
• Young Minds Benefit from Bilingualism, Music, Art, and Nature (by M.P. Foundation)
• 9 Easiest Languages For English Speakers To Learn (by Babbel)

 

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The Power of Interactive Storytelling for Children

In this episode, Kara shares how Interactive Story Adventures, such as The Possum’s Tale, revolutionize children's reading by combining immersive storytelling with interactive elements, boosting engagement, comprehension, and critical thinking.

 

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Summer Learning Fun: 80 Activities Your Kids Will Love!

In this episode, Kara shares 80 fun and educational summer activities for kids! From outdoor adventures and DIY crafts to STEM projects and life skills, make summer learning exciting, age-appropriate, and full of memories. Perfect for parents seeking engaging ideas for kids of all ages!

 

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50 Camping Activities for Kids

Banish "I'm bored!" from your next camping trip! In this episode, Kara shares 50 fun, screen-free activities for kids. From nature crafts to campfire games, this ultimate list will keep your kiddie crew happy, engaged, and loving the great outdoors.

 

Mentioned links and resources in this episode:

• Blog post: Anxious Kids: How to Understand and Help Them
• Blog post: 5 Stay-at-Home Spring Break Activities

 

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Helping Kids Find Their Calm through Mindfulness

Teaching mindfulness to our children is a powerful way to empower them with the tools they need to navigate the challenges of growing up. In this episode, Kara shares how incorporating mindfulness practices into your child's daily routine can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve emotional intelligence, and foster a sense of calm and focus.

 

Mentioned links and resources in this episode:

• Blog post: Anxious Kids: How to Understand and Help Them
• News article: Two studies reveal benefits of mindfulness for middle school students
• Research paper: Low mindfulness is related to poor sleep quality from middle adolescents to emerging adults: a process model involving resilience and emotional dysfunction
• Research paper: Self-esteem mediates the relationship between mindfulness and well-being
• News article: Is Earthing Actually Good for You? Here’s What We Know

 

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Your Family’s Ultimate Summer Bucket List Starts Here

Looking for summer fun? In this episode, Kara shares 60 summer bucket list ideas! With these ideas, you won’t have to worry about summer slipping away—you’ll have plenty of easy, fun ways to make the most of it and create memories your family will love!

 

Mentioned links and resources in this episode:

• Canva
• (Blog) Game Night: Fun, Family, and Memories

• (Blog) Spice up your summer with our sizzling BBQ ideas

• (Blog) Comedies for Kids: Laughing together is the best!

• (Blog) Create a Kid’s Cozy Reading Nook

• (Blog) Open Up the World of Camping to Your Family in 10 Steps

• (Blog) National Park Passport Book for Homeschooler

 

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Unlocking Curiosity: The Power and Benefits of Non-Fiction for Kids

There are many benefits for our children to reading non-fiction. Non-fiction serves as a window to understanding our world. It also improves academic performance, vocabulary, critical thinking skills, and knowledge expansion to name a few reasons to encourage non-fiction in early education.

 

Mentioned links and resources in this episode:

• 5 Reasons Nonfiction Books Are Important for Young Learners
• Why every child benefits from reading more non-fiction books
• Building World Knowledge: Motivating Children to Read and Enjoy Informational Text
• Discovery Education
• National Geographic Kids
• Smithsonian Learning Lab 

 

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