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 A low-stress, high-freedom approach to getting started in homeschooling


 ARE YOU...

  • Wanting to try out our program before signing up for the full course? 

  • Interested in an a la carte style digital course?

  • A family who has already started homeschooling, but looking for help in a few key areas? 

Then you're in the right place!

Read on below for a detailed description of each of our lessons and to purchase them individually.


PURCHASE TODAY AND RECEIVE TWO EXTRA GIFTS:

  • LESSON 10: What if this isn't working for us or my child needs extra help? 
  • BONUS: Where do I go from here?

FOR FREE! 


LESSON ONE: AM I QUALIFIED TO DO THIS?

 

The short answer? YES!  Tune into our first lesson where we dig into this question further, then discuss getting your family on the same page and excited about what is ahead.
 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 11 min)
 - 6 Downloadable Resources: School Spirit Template, Family Homeschool Values Template, First Day Student Interests, End of Year Student Reflection, School Name Brainstorming, Note Pages (for taking notes during the training video)

Register for Lesson One

LESSON TWO: WHAT RULES DO I NEED TO FOLLOW?

There are specific guidelines that you need to follow in order to comply with education laws. They aren't difficult, and your school district homeschool liaison will help you succeed! In this second lesson, we dig into the rules* surrounding homeschooling your children.
 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 12 min)
 - 5 Downloadable Resources: Required Subjects Template (color and black/white), Four 
   Year Credit Template (color and black/white), Note Pages (for taking notes during the
   training video)
 - Link to helpful website: State Specific Guidelines 

 

*Note: we are based out of Minnesota, but most states have very similar guidelines. You'll want to review your specific state's regulations, and we provide a link to help you do that!

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LESSON THREE: HOW DO WE FIND OUR HOMESCHOOL RHYTHM?

You get to choose the way that you want to teach your kids and can organize your school days with a flow that fits your family! With that said, homeschooling families tend to fall into one of seven different educational styles.


In this lesson, we break down each of these styles and why they may or may not fit the dreams that you have for your family. 

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 11 min)
 - 3 Downloadable Resources: Homeschool Styles Summary (color and black/white), Note
   Pages (for taking notes during the training video)

 

 

Register for Lesson Three

LESSON FOUR: HOW DO I ACTUALLY TEACH MY KIDS? 

So you want to homeschool your kids... but what exactly are you going to teach them?

In this lesson, we talk about curriculum, co-ops, guest instructors, extracurricular activities and character development!

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 12 min)
 - 3 Downloadable Resources: Popular Curriculum List (2023) (color and black/white), Note
   Pages (for taking notes during the training video)

 - Links to helpful websites: Comprehensive Curriculum Review Site, Academic Standards
   (MN Specific)

 

Register for Lesson Four

LESSON FIVE: CAN ANYTHING REALLY BE EDUCATIONAL?

Each hour of the day provides the chance to learn. Join us for Lesson Five, where we talk about the non-traditional educational opportunities all around you!

 

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 10 min)
 - 9 Downloadable Resources: Weekly Chore Chart (color and black/white), Service Project
   Ideas (color and black/white and blank), 12 Months of Bible Verses (color and
   black/white), Unconventional Core Subject Ideas, Note Pages (for taking notes during the
   training video)

Register for Lesson Five

LESSON SIX: DO WE NEED TO FOLLOW A SCHEDULE?

Schedules. To you they might sound restrictive...or they might sound glorious.


We're firm believers that some sort of schedule actually brings MORE freedom to your family and empowers your kids to be self-starters! Whatever your stance, as a homeschool parent, you get to choose the schedule that best fits YOUR family!

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 11 min)
 - 13 Downloadable Resources: Daily Schedule Templates (3 options with color and
    black/white choices), Weekly Schedule Templates (3 options with color and black/white
    choices), Monthly Schedule Templates (color and black/white), Note Pages (for taking
    notes during the training video)

Register for Lesson Six

LESSON SEVEN: HOW DO I HOMESCHOOL FOR HIGH SCHOOL?

There are specific guidelines that you will need to follow in order to ensure your student graduates with a high school diploma. That may sound daunting, but don't let it intimidate you! In this lesson, we give an overview of what it takes to homeschool for those high school years.

 

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 10 min)
 - 6 Downloadable Resources: Four Year Credit Template (color and black/white), Example
   High School Transcript, High School Transcript Template, Generic GPA Calculator, Note
   Pages (for taking notes during the training video)

 - Links to helpful websites: Graduation Requirements by State, PSEO Resources, Purchase
   Diploma/Caps/Gowns

Register for Lesson Seven

LESSON EIGHT: WILL MY KIDS HAVE SOCIAL SKILLS?

It's a tale as old as time... the assumption that being homeschooled automatically means a child won't have well-developed social skills. Join us in this lesson as we discuss how to help your children build social skills within the freedom of homeschooling.

 

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 9 min)
 - 3 Downloadable Resources: 12 Months of Manners (color and black/white), Note Pages
   (for taking notes during the training video)

Register for Lesson Eight

LESSON NINE: HOW DO WE MAKE IT FUN... AND NOT DRIVE EACH OTHER CRAZY?

In this lesson, we will discuss ways to keep homeschooling fun, but also some tips on how to avoid burnout for your kids and for yourself by creating space in your day.

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 10 min)
 - 3 Downloadable Resources: Themed Activity Ideas - by Month, Tips for Avoiding
   Burnout, Note Pages (for taking notes during the training video)

Register for Lesson Nine

(FREE GIFT) LESSON TEN: WHAT IF THIS ISN'T WORKING FOR US?

Homeschooling can be the right decision for your family and still be hard some days, weeks, or even seasons. It's also not a failure for you or your children to decide that homeschooling isn't the best fit for your family after all.

Join us in this final lesson as we discuss what to do if things aren't working as you hoped, or if you find that your child needs extra assistance.

 

Lesson Contents: 
 - 1 Tutorial Video (approx. 7 min)
 - 1 Downloadable Resource: Note Pages (for taking notes during the
   training video)
 - Links to helpful websites: Homeschooling Special Education Resources

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT THE COURSE

Simple Start Homeschooling was such a great introduction to homeschool! I wish I had had this program when I started homeschooling my kiddos to take away some of the big fears and unknowns surrounding if I could actually homeschool my children. Also, I loved the resources to help me get better organized so that I can be more successful in my journey.

 

Kathy and Laura are so down to earth and made it so easy for me to feel confident that I am on the right track and making the best decision for my family!

Whitney

Mom of PreK, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grader

This course took so much fear out of homeschooling for me. Laura and Kathy are a wealth of knowledge and experience, and they answered so many questions I didn’t know to ask. I especially loved learning about all the teaching styles in such a helpful and informative way.

 

This is such a great start for anyone’s homeschool journey!

Kelsey

Mom of 2nd Grader

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