Homeschooling from Scratch: Essential First Steps and Wisdom for Your Family – Whitney Newby

Are you ready to start your homeschooling journey but feeling overwhelmed by all the choices and questions? Join ⁠Aby Rinella⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Whitney Newby⁠⁠ as they break down what you REALLY need to know to confidently begin homeschooling. Whether you’re a brand new homeschool mom or a seasoned pro helping others get started, this encouraging episode is packed with real-world advice, practical steps, and biblical wisdom for every stage of your journey.

What You'll Learn:

·       How to understand and meet your state’s homeschool requirements

·       Why knowing homeschool philosophies matters (and how to find your style)

·       Simple steps to choosing curriculum without overwhelm

·       The dangers of recreating traditional school at home—and what to do instead

·       How to find crucial support from your spouse and community

Recommended Resources:

⁠Lift Your Eyes: Daily Invitations to Behold Christ in Motherhood, by Whitney Newby⁠

⁠Dumbing Us Down - 25th Anniver⁠⁠sary E⁠⁠dition: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Sch⁠⁠oo⁠⁠ling, by John Taylor Gatto⁠

⁠Brighter Day Press⁠

⁠Call⁠⁠ed to the Top⁠

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Chapters:

02:43 Getting Started - So many new homeschoolers since 2020

04:33 Getting Started without a homeschooling background

05:50 Homeschooling - Where do I even begin

06:36 Know your state's laws and requirements

10:02 Diving in to homeschooling philosophies

20:41 The Mistake of Recreating School at Home

24:57 Support is critical for new homeschooling families

25:23 Support of a spouse in married homeschooling homes is a non-negotiable

29:05 Homeschooling s