Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology Simple Rhythms for Homeschool Success with Elizabeth Santelmann
What does homeschooling look like when you grew up homeschooled yourself? In today's Homeschool Conversation I chat with Elizabeth Santelmann (second-generation homeschool mom, writer, curriculum creator, and host of the Sunshine in My Nest podcast) to talk about homeschooling with confidence, flexibility, and joy.
Elizabeth shares her family’s journey homeschooling three boys using a blended model approach, combining the best of co-op community with the freedom of home education. We explore how homeschool philosophy evolves over time, why you don’t need to recreate school at home, and how small daily rhythms can make a big difference in your homeschool.
This episode is packed with encouragement for new homeschool moms, especially those feeling overwhelmed or unsure. Elizabeth offers wisdom from her second-generation perspective, reminding listeners that you don’t need to justify your homeschool choices...and that caring deeply already puts you on the right path.
You’ll also hear practical advice on:
- Creating simple, sustainable homeschool rhythms
- Focusing on one “successful” thing per day
- Avoiding burnout and unrealistic expectations
- Building community and inviting other trusted adults into your children’s lives
- Family-style learning with multiple ages
- Teaching kids without fluorescent lights, pressure, or perfection
Elizabeth also shares what inspired her to write her own curriculum, rooted in family learning and a desire to help children see the image of God reflected in cultures around the world. Plus, she talks about what she’s reading lately and gives her best tips for turning around a homeschool day that’s going all wrong—spoiler alert: water, snacks, and coziness help.
This conversation will remind you that homeschooling doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful.
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