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Been There Done That Homeschool is an inclusive space designed for secular homeschoolers. Our mission is to empower you on your homeschooling journey through a variety of resources, including informative podcasts, blog posts, daily inspiration, and a wide range of free printable tools. Join us and Meet Maria & Nicole, and hear their story on what inspired them to start homeschooling their families.
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071. 7 Steps to Financial Literacy: Raising Money-Smart Kids
070. Redefining Normal: Embracing Homeschooling
069. Why Choose a Literature-Based Homeschool?
068. Discovering Math in Nature
067. Homesteading Homeschool in the Suburbs
066. Transitioning To College: 7 Tips When Classes Start
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065. History Timelines in Your Homeschool
Check out the Book of Centuries and Timeline Figures
Workboxes: What Are They and Why Should You Use Them?
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063. What is the Best Math Curriculum?
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062. Teach Black History All Year Long
061. Talk, Read, and Sing Together Everyday
Talking, reading and singing with your child every day from birth makes them happier and helps build their brains.Get your FREE Nursery Rhyme Posters!
060. 20 Fun Activities to Improve Your Student’s Writing
One of the best ways to keep kids engaged with writing is to integrate a fun activity alongside our regular curriculum. FREE Creative Writing Prompts and Templates!
059. Family Favorite Board Games
We are kicking off the year sharing 25 of our all-time favorite family games. FREE Board Game Template and Year in Review Sheet!
058. Time Management, Stress, Organization, Study Skills
Stress is normal but you can help your teen manage all the things and keep their stress in check. Tune in for more info! FREE Time Blocking Sheet
057. Homeschooling in the Kitchen
056. How Do You Create a Unit Study?
055. Navigating Technology, Social Media, and Gaming in High School
054. How Do Homeschoolers Transition from Elementary to Middle School?
053. Teen Independence and Life Skills including Driving
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052. Education Vacation
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051. Homeschool PE, Health, and Sex Ed
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050. Self-Care for the Homeschool Parent
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049. Internships, First Job, Money, Entrepreneurships
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048. Music and Art in Your Homeschool
Songwriter Book AND Music Note Lesson & Composition Book
047. Socialization: Will My Homeschooler Be a Weirdo?
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046. 12 Ways to Balance Your Home and Homeschool
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045. High School Socialization, Friendships, and Dating
How much time should my high schooler spend with friends?
What can I do to help my high schooler develop meaningful friendships
Should my high schooler date?
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044. Hidden Agenda in Homeschool Groups and Organizations
Do you REALLY need to join HSLDA?
How do you find out if a group is right for your family and avoid scams?
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043. Top 10 Books Every Homeschool Parent Should Read
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042. Favorite Books for Middle Schoolers
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041. Finding Confidence to Homeschool Your Children
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040. Homeschool Extracurricular & Volunteering
Adding extracurricular and volunteer hours to your teen’s high school isn’t only fun, it helps create diverse and interesting students and makes them stand out on high school transcripts and job interviews.
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039. First Day of Homeschool
FREE 1st day signs and 1st Day Interview Packet!
038. How Do You Homeschool Kindergarten?
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037. 7 Steps to Choosing Curriculum
036. Applying to Colleges and Finding Scholarships
College isn’t cheap and transitioning from homeschool to a four-year university may seem overwhelming and you probably have a lot of questions but don’t worry! We’re going to walk you through the application process and the best way to get some extra cash to pay for it…
035. Best and Worst Homeschool Buys
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034. Deschooling 101: A Vital Step to a Successful Homeschool
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033. Homeschool Conferences and Conventions
Homeschool conferences offer invaluable opportunities to gain insights, connect with like-minded individuals, and enhance your homeschooling journey.
032. College Entrance Exams
What is the TSI and Accuplacer?
What’s the difference between the PSAT, SAT, and ACT?
How do I prepare my child for entrance exams?
031. Planning Your Homeschool Year
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030. Early Elementary Hands-On Science
What are our favorite experiments?
How do you create young critical thinkers?
029. Around The World In Your Homeschool
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028. How Do You Keep Learning Fun?
What are the best learning games?
How do you break up the monotony mid semester?
027. Advanced Courses and Testing
Should your student take Advanced Courses and Testing? Pros & Cons of Dual Credit, CLEP, AP, Honors, DSST and ACE.
026. Where Do Homeschoolers Go For Fieldtrips?
How do you find unique field trips?
How do you organize a field trip?
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025. How Do You Successfully Teach Math?
What if my child is anxious when teaching math?
Do homeschoolers need to give math tests?
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024. Favorite Books For New Readers
023. High School Documents
How do you keep homeschool records?
How do you write a transcript?
What is a Counselor Letter and School Report?
022. Homeschooling In The Wild
How do you get your family to spend more time outside?
How do you incorporate nature study into your homeschool?
021. How Do You Homeschool a Child with a Learning Difference?
How do I homeschool a child with a learning difference?
Will having a special need hold my child back?
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020. 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling
What should I have spent more time on?
What is the biggest lesson I have learned?
019. High School Core Subjects and Electives
How to decide High School Core Subjects?
What electives should my highschooler take?
What constitutes a high school credit?
018. What is a homeschool lifestyle?
How do you create habits that work for the entire family?
How do you create an environment that inspires learners?
017. How Do You Prepare a Middle Schooler for High School?
How do you deal with sibling growing pains?
How do you motivate your middle schooler?
016. How Do You Survive a Bad Day?
When should you abandon ship?
How do you survive big life changes while homeschooling?
015. How Do You Teach Your Child To Read?
014. How Do You Make a 4-Year High School Plan?
What do you need to know before you start high school?
What are homeschool graduation requirements?
How do you plan for your homeschooler’s future?
013. Homeschooling on a Budget
What do I need to buy to homeschool?
How much does curricula cost?
011. All About Family
How do you encourage strong sibling relationships?
How do you encourage extended family support?
010. But What About High School?
Can my homeschooler get a diploma?
Do I need to teach calculus?
Can my homeschooler go to college?
009. Schedules, Routines & Rhythms
How do I organize the day?
What are some different planning methods?
008. Holiday Break & Homeschooling
How to incorporate the holidays into you school?
How to motivate your child after a long break?
007. How To Find Your People
How to find support?
How to start your own group?
What Should Your Preschooler Know?
What age should my child learn to read?
What curriculum do I need? download your FREE Preschool Routine Charts!
005. But What About the Prom?
Can my child go to college?
How do I deal with naysayers?
004. Homeschool Styles and Philosophies
What are the different homeschool philosophies?
How to identify your child’s learning style?
003. How To Get Started
Can I homeschool in my state?
How do I withdraw my child from public school?
What is “deschooling?”
002. Host Introductions
What is our homeschool story?
How did we get started in homeschooling?