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Kara brings her quirky perspective to parenting, education, connection and at times, the randomness of the world. She is a mom of two, married 28+ years, former educator, parent blogger, and children’s author. Her goal is to simplify the life of moms and help them find connection.
Episodes
Monday Oct 14, 2024
Monday Oct 14, 2024
Homeschooling is a journey of learning and growth, and assessment is an essential part of that journey. In this episode, Kara shares how to embrace a gentle approach to assessment so you can create a positive environment for your child to thrive and celebrate their progress.
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Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
There are some true benefits to homework, but there are also some disadvantages. Is this episode, Kara answers the question: Does homework really benefit the child?
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Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Creating a memorable gift for your family this year doesn’t have to be a daunting task.
In this episode, Kara shares how you can craft a unique and personalized photo calendar with the help of your children! This will be cherished by everyone who receives it and a gift that the entire family talks about and looks forward to each year!
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- Join Kara’s mailing list for an Epic Freebie! (It's a special email each week, with links to her blog, podcast and a FREE offer!)
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- Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube
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Friday Sep 20, 2024
Friday Sep 20, 2024
There are many benefits to teaching children poetry. Kids like puzzles and figuring out what is there, but isn’t obvious. When you approach poetry like a puzzle that they just have to discover, it becomes much more fun and children become more engaged.
In this episode, Kara shares 5 tips to inspire a love for poetry in your homeschool setting.
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Friday Sep 13, 2024
Friday Sep 13, 2024
Poetry is worth the effort to teach! From language skills to emotional intelligence, poetry is more than syllables and rhyming.
When taught to children, they can learn a deeper understanding of themselves, develop a better understanding of language skills, and expand their critical thinking skills.
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- Join Kara’s mailing list for an Epic Freebie! (It's a special email each week, with links to her blog, podcast and a FREE offer!)
- Check out Kara's free resources and more on the Epic Publisher Website
- Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube
- Follow Kara on Instagram
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Saturday Sep 07, 2024
Saturday Sep 07, 2024
Turn your special day into a moment to pause, reflect, and yes, enjoy yourself freely.
In this podcast, Kara provides 50 ways to celebrate your birthday so that you can find a way to make a big deal out of your special day!
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- Join Kara’s mailing list for an Epic Freebie! (It's a special email each week, with links to her blog, podcast and a FREE offer!)
- Check out Kara's free resources and more on the Epic Publisher Website
- Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube
- Follow Kara on Instagram
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Sunday Sep 01, 2024
Sunday Sep 01, 2024
Writing prompts are a great way to encourage your child to write. They can be used for quick writes. I have created 50 writing prompts. Some of these are very thought provoking and your child may want to write past the usual quick write time. Unleash your child's imagination this fall with fun writing prompts!
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Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Stay away cold cooties! We all want our kids to stay healthy and resilient, especially during the back-to-school season when they are exposed to various germs and illnesses. By incorporating these science-backed strategies, you can provide vital support to your kids’ immune system.
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