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3 Questions to Ask for Easy Purging | Minimalist Homeschooling
In this episode of the Simple is the New Smart podcast, Zara is sharing her top 3, simple, impactful questions for simplifying homeschooling, scheduling, organizing, and more!
Listen to Simple is the New Smart episode #35: Workshop to Create Meaning and Impact in Your Homeschool for more on honing in your core values.
The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QSONYKDFSK4E&keywords=minimalist+homeschooling&qid=1699218779&sprefix=minimalist+homeschooling%252Caps%252C107&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=zaraphd-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=411df7b089b897088c67d7746418db2d&camp=1789&creative=9325
The Simple is the New Smart Membership is designed for individualized help for busy homeschool moms who want to simplify, focus, and add value. Find out more about that here: resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
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We Need a New Word for Minimalism in our Homeschool
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Plentiful? Would you call your homeschool plentiful instead of minimal? Plenty of resources, plenty of opportunity, plenty of TIME? What if it's all about seeing things from a place of plenty instead of scarcity? What if it's about doing the best, without purging a thing? Join in me in the first podcast of 2024 while I explore the real meaning behind minimalism. -Zara The book "Minimalist Homes...
10 Things Minimalists Always Want | Minimalist Homeschooling Gift Guide
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If you're not sure what to get the minimalist in your life, or you are striving to be more minimal and aren't sure what to ask for, have a listen to these 10 things that we all need MORE of! Wishing you all the simple things this holiday season! - Zara The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-ma...
Journey to Bethlehem Catholic Mom Review.
zhlédnutí 530Před 8 měsíci
We saw the new movie Journey to Bethlehem last weekend, and here’s my perspective as a Catholic mom. What do you think? Have you seen the movie? If you're new to this channel, I'm a homeschooling, business-owning, mother of 4 who likes to keep things as simple (and valuable) as possible. Welcome! Please comment, follow, and thumbs up!
3 Tips for a Minimalist Culture with Kids | Minimalist Homeschooling with Zara, PhD
zhlédnutí 136Před 9 měsíci
If you feel like you're fighting a solo battle against your children and/or spouse, here are 3 tips for adopting a more minimalist culture in your home without any battles! Hear more on the Simple is the New Podcast episode 42. The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=...
How to Keep Your Homeschool Simple during the Holidays | Minimalist Homeschooling
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Today I remind myself, and you about the top 4 Minimalist Homeschooling Mindset Hacks that apply to the holiday season. A longer version of this discussion can be found on the Simple is the New Smart Podcast: episode 48. The Minimalist Homeschooling Mindset Hacks are from the book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, available at Amazon: www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-...
How to Fight Consumerism in Your Homeschool
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Tempted by the new, bright and shiny homeschool curriculum? Or maybe you're looking at homeschool supplies that "everyone else" is using. Or perhaps you're over-scheduling your days... Let's talk about how to combat the consumerist mindset that plagues homeschooling so that we can homeschool minimally and simply. This is the second video in a series. The first video is here: czcams.com/video/nY...
3Homeschool Fears
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I'm not doing it right. I'm not doing enough. I don't devote enough time. Sound familiar? Oh, I've heard it (and felt it)! You are not alone. But, here's the honest truth about these homeschool fears... Please don't forget to subscribe, share, drop a comment, and go do the most important things! Want to help support more free content? Please, "buy me a coffee" to help fuel this CZcams channel a...
How to Enjoy Your Homeschool Day
zhlédnutí 851Před 2 lety
Today I'm talking about a common homeschooling struggle, what I like to call "The Drill Sergeant Struggle." When homeschooling, days can feel like a chore. I have been there. We have things that must be done, that are often met with resistance, and it steals our homeschool joy. The solution is way simpler than you thought. I know, I know, this may seem like it's too obvious, and too simple, but...
Using the 80-20 Rule to Simplify Homeschooling
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed 3 lety
Ready to homeschool "like a boss?" In this video, I talk about a common rule used inside businesses to simplify, streamline, and maximize impact, so that we can have a simple homeschool, yet a valuable homeschool. I'm Zara Fagen, PhD, a homeschooling, buisiness-owning mother of 4, and author of "Minimalist Homeschooling," and creator of the Simple is the New Smart podcast and membership. You ca...
Why Set Goals in Your Homeschool, or Life?
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☕️ Why bother goal setting? We have a lot going on in our homeschools, a lot of demands on our time in our lives... why add *more*? Especially when we feel like we never actually meet our goals? 😕 🙌 Here are 4 reasons that I goal set for our homeschool scheduling, business, and . Be sure to check-out the full Simple is the New Smart podcast episode www.ZaraPhD.com/15 for HOW to set goals, if yo...
How to Use Habit-Stacking to Improve Your Homeschool Schedule, and Life!
zhlédnutí 774Před 3 lety
Habit-Stacking is a great technique for making lasting changes in your life. Use this process to improve your homeschool schedule, relieve your homeschool stress and overall mental load. I am all about making the creation of new habits -Easy -Simple -Impactful If you're ready to make improvements to every single day the easy way, this is the video for you. I'll tell you why, and how to stack yo...
How to Create a Better To-Do List | Homeschool Schedules
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How to Create a Better To-Do List | Homeschool Schedules
How to Do Homeschool Apologetics
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How to Do Homeschool Apologetics
The Cycle of Stress in Homeschooling: ENOUGH.
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The Cycle of Stress in Homeschooling: ENOUGH.
Unpacking Homeschool Mom Anxiety
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Unpacking Homeschool Mom Anxiety
Choosing All-in-One or A La Carte Curricula? How To Start Homeschooling
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Choosing All-in-One or A La Carte Curricula? How To Start Homeschooling
New To Homeschooling Tips: 8 Changes to Expect
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How to Work & Homeschool & Stay Sane!
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How to Work & Homeschool & Stay Sane!
How to Work & Homeschool - 5 Logistical strategies to make it work
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How to Work & Homeschool - 5 Logistical strategies to make it work
Designing a Simple Homeschool Routine For the Whole Family
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Getting Intentional | 3 Things to Consider
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Getting Intentional | 3 Things to Consider
| Surprise! You are a Consumerist With Your TIME! | Why You Have "Too Much to Do"
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| Surprise! You are a Consumerist With Your TIME! | Why You Have "Too Much to Do"
Understanding Atoms: Simple Science in a Minimalist Homeschool
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Understanding Atoms: Simple Science in a Minimalist Homeschool
Minimalist Manipulatives: How to homeschool math with your own manipulatives
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Minimalist Manipulatives: How to homeschool math with your own manipulatives
How to Homeschool History Simply
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Easy Homeschool Planning - Don't Over-Complicate It
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Minimalist Homeschooling Q&A: How to Homeschool with Confidence?
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Komentáře

  • @PartyofZero
    @PartyofZero Před 5 dny

    My kids are now elementary and middle school age. We've always homeschooled, and I haven't always been the best at it. My fears have yet to abate, and it makes things difficult as time. Your content gives me some ideas to consider though, and I appreciate it :)

  • @tscarberry5914
    @tscarberry5914 Před měsícem

    I love this! Thank you!!

  • @profmj7630
    @profmj7630 Před 2 měsíci

    Yup...homeschooling and mommying takes up time but this year I will take more time for me❤

  • @profmj7630
    @profmj7630 Před 2 měsíci

    My top 20% read aloud books, online adapative math curriculum, our local library and customized science lessons. My children thrive from different learning sources vs an all in one curriculum.

  • @profmj7630
    @profmj7630 Před 2 měsíci

    I just started reading your book....❤❤❤ it and how it's easily breakdown how to create a minimalist homeschool --- #inspired

  • @gervaisehedrick5411
    @gervaisehedrick5411 Před 3 měsíci

    I'm going to use these tips. Thank you!

  • @kathrynwhelbourn2140
    @kathrynwhelbourn2140 Před 3 měsíci

    I love this!! Thank you so much!!

  • @sapianolessons
    @sapianolessons Před 3 měsíci

    I love this idea and am thinking of testing homeschooling this summer. How can I use this program for middle and high school students?

  • @RobMombie
    @RobMombie Před 4 měsíci

    SO true!!

  • @melissacurled
    @melissacurled Před 4 měsíci

    This is how i think! Finally! Thank you.

  • @Homeandhopewithrachel
    @Homeandhopewithrachel Před 4 měsíci

    Prioritised <3 ps. SO GLAD you're doing content! For some reason I thought you weren't anymore... good to see you

  • @redeemedmama6768
    @redeemedmama6768 Před 5 měsíci

    Wow! Again you nailed it!

  • @redeemedmama6768
    @redeemedmama6768 Před 5 měsíci

    This is such a great video!! I will come back to it and listen again. Thank you for telling me what I needed to hear! I need to take notes next time I listen.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 5 měsíci

      I'm so glad it was insightful! Wishing you all the simple things...

  • @gilliandonovan4741
    @gilliandonovan4741 Před 6 měsíci

    'promosm'

  • @nicksarahharvey9273
    @nicksarahharvey9273 Před 6 měsíci

    You use the term "value" often and that, I think, is THE word that encompasses it all in terms of your message. Most loved, most valuable things. People will find ways to compare no matter what the word is but I love that you are reexamining it.

  • @kayleesherwood14
    @kayleesherwood14 Před 6 měsíci

    I like when you used, “Simple.” Like, you can make homeschooling SIMPLE and it doesn’t always have to be hard. Just like in your book, you say we don’t have to do ALL THE THINGS, and focus what we’re interested at the moment.

  • @tathimitchell
    @tathimitchell Před 6 měsíci

    Essentialism or even intentional?

  • @gwenmacaedan-yh5nl
    @gwenmacaedan-yh5nl Před 6 měsíci

    Super duper valuable! So much wisdom here and whenever you want to share. Also INTENTIONALITY is a fab word and goal. ❤ "It's all about engineering a life you love."

  • @samkhoudair4391
    @samkhoudair4391 Před 8 měsíci

    "Immaculate Conception" - this actually means that Mary was conceived without sin. I'm sure that's what you meant. Otherwise your review was very helpful - thanks.

  • @ViolaDevine
    @ViolaDevine Před 8 měsíci

    Would it be suitable for 6-7 year olds? Or over their heads?

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 8 měsíci

      My 8 year old loved it. Especially if the kids already know the basic story, they can follow along just fine.

  • @sarahsmithard8001
    @sarahsmithard8001 Před 9 měsíci

    I have a huge collection of crystals and rocks. They’re in my bedroom but they’re taking over. What would you suggest?

  • @annahofer4929
    @annahofer4929 Před 9 měsíci

    So is this one spiral notebook per child or one spiral notebook for the homeschool?

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      Yes. See replies to similar comments below for more info...

  • @aamadeus3884
    @aamadeus3884 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for this video! I’m new to homeschooling, and have been struggling a bit with doing things “everyone else is doing” in fear that my children won’t learn enough or what they “should” be learning at their ages.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      You are so very welcome! Wishing you all the simple things this holiday season...

  • @Dreblueskies
    @Dreblueskies Před 9 měsíci

    Excellent tips!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @christinahansen4068
    @christinahansen4068 Před 9 měsíci

    We love to have a Grinch day. Usually the end of November

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      That sounds fun!

  • @ngcalderon08
    @ngcalderon08 Před 10 měsíci

    Love this! I see the days we’re home as possible days to “do” something else and then I wonder why I don’t ever have time to get my house in order lol great advice, thank you!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      lol. I have been there! Wishing you a wonderful season...

  • @Mistymegaccinomoments
    @Mistymegaccinomoments Před 10 měsíci

    🎉

  • @fallenamber79
    @fallenamber79 Před 10 měsíci

    I agree with you. Thank you for sharing your perspective and advice on this topic.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 9 měsíci

      You're very welcome 😁

  • @My6monthtransformation_
    @My6monthtransformation_ Před 10 měsíci

    What about daily task? In the weekly sections, it list subjects but no task with those subjects. They change weekly by week, so you would have to plan it weekly

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 10 měsíci

      czcams.com/video/bkf6OC0rb30/video.html

  • @cynique100
    @cynique100 Před rokem

    So would you have to make a separate notebook for each child?

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Short answer: Yup. See other comments for more discussion on this 👇

  • @cassiepauley8973
    @cassiepauley8973 Před rokem

    So it’s one per kid?

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Short answer: Yup. See other comments for more discussion on this 👇

  • @yessumify
    @yessumify Před rokem

    LOVE this! So true that we're doing this (homeschool) because we want more freedom <3 and this is the way.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Hope you have a great year!

  • @deannawalker7612
    @deannawalker7612 Před rokem

    I am a retired teacher, working with 2 grandsons. I am grateful for this video. I have been searching for a way to get this started. I spent hours making plans at school and standing over copy machines. Don’t want to do that anymore. I like simple, too.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Welcome to homeschooling! I hope you have a great year!

  • @yessumify
    @yessumify Před rokem

    I think this and having a good plan in place will make SUCH a difference for our homeschool this year! Thank the Lord! I'm getting so excited 😊 🤗 hope everyone has a wonderful year!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Wishing you a fantastic year!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this kind comment!

  • @MagdalenaAlvarez-lc8ru

    I like this concept! The wheels are turning...

  • @christinahansen4068

    Such a great video! We have tons of games and have been over whelmed with them. I got rid of so many today and passed them on to other families. Thank you!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      This is so great! I'm glad it impacted your life as much as it did mine!

  • @whoarethis
    @whoarethis Před rokem

    I just found this video as im searching for advice starting our homeschooling journey. I am so glad I found this now. it makes it all feel so manageable now! thanks so much!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      You are so very welcome! Happy to help 😁😁

  • @angelinebarlas2941
    @angelinebarlas2941 Před rokem

    So glad I found your channel! I feel like it’s exactly what I need right now! This is my first year homeschooling and I’m struggling because I’m doing the things that need to get done instead of doing the things I want to do and I’m feeling drained. Thank you for this video ❤

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      Welcome to homeschooling! And thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a kind message :). Happy to help!

  • @wehomeschool2800
    @wehomeschool2800 Před rokem

    This was so helpful! I struggle to keep track of notebooks so I did it in a spreadsheet using a tab for each page you listed! I can easily add or move things around and I can find it anytime I need it as it is saved in my drive!

  • @gervaisehedrick5411

    Best video EVER!!!! No more planners for me!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      You're so welcome!!! Have a very happy New Year!

  • @cassiepauley8973
    @cassiepauley8973 Před rokem

    So you only write down six weeks at a time? Then do another six when those six are up? How do you use the rest of the book for written assignments? Do you just write down what they did for the day or six weeks or do you take completes work in there?

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před rokem

      I'm not sure that I understand all of your question, but yes, I do 6 weeks at a time, and then plan another 6 weeks because life changes. But sometimes I use the same schedule for 9 weeks, or more. You can use it for as long as it works for you. The back of the book is used as a "portfolio," which has representative samples of work.

    • @KriziaWorkAtHome
      @KriziaWorkAtHome Před rokem

      I'm confused heavy about this as well. And understand your questions cause I have the same ones. I don't see 6 weeks of planning besides writing down lists. I would love for this to be helpful for me but I am so lost on the method.

    • @ZaraPhD
      @ZaraPhD Před 11 měsíci

      @@KriziaWorkAtHome Yes, it is a daily routine: a to-do list of which subjects will be covered, at what time each day. This video will help with the concept of not using detailed lesson plans: czcams.com/video/bkf6OC0rb30/video.html

  • @nellyjelly6831
    @nellyjelly6831 Před rokem

    This was exactly what I was looking for thank you so much for keeping it super simple! its perfect!

  • @katrinalamphere5700
    @katrinalamphere5700 Před 2 lety

    I needed to hear this! Thank you so much!

  • @mybestlifevsg7260
    @mybestlifevsg7260 Před 2 lety

    I never comment on videos but I had to with this to applaud you. This is definitely a game changer for many and cost effective. I am definitely subscribing. Thanks for sharing

  • @imrickjamesl2134
    @imrickjamesl2134 Před 2 lety

    🔥 AMAZING! 🔥Yessir , I had been watching video after video and screen shot so many good ideas but ones I will probably never get around to 🤦replicating ! UNTIL I came across your channel and immediately felt stress melt away!😍 Love the vibe as a fellow homeschool mama and this is SIMPLE and right up my alley my lady💯🙌🔥💪💜NEW SUBSCRIBER!!!

  • @ivelissebouet9563
    @ivelissebouet9563 Před 2 lety

    Great!!! I’ve bought different planners and non of them helped me. Definitely, I’m doing this instead. Thank you 😊

  • @toupsfamily6892
    @toupsfamily6892 Před 2 lety

    Yes!! Thank you, you are the first person I have one across who thinks this way!! I have a lesson plan to see what subjects I would like the kids to accomplish each day. And whatever they complete I write in my planner. So much less stress on them and me 😁

  • @amberdunigan7550
    @amberdunigan7550 Před 2 lety

    Like that, makes a lot of sense, just about to finish our second year. It’s been a learning year for me as well.

  • @syreetaenglish251
    @syreetaenglish251 Před 2 lety

    This video was awesome! So helpful in really simplifying the planning process for me. Thank you!

  • @SimplyCynthia606
    @SimplyCynthia606 Před 2 lety

    This just saved me so much money from buying an expensive planner! Thank you!