The Brave & Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer
The Brave and Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer
Equipping homeschool moms with practical tools, homeschool curriculum reviews, and biblical encouragement.
The Brave and Balanced Homeschool is the go-to podcast for Christian homeschool moms who want practical guidance, biblical encouragement, and simple strategies for creating a peaceful, purposeful homeschool. Each episode equips you with actionable homeschool tips, curriculum insights, honest homeschool curriculum reviews, organization ideas, and faith-building encouragement so you can homeschool with confidence and lead your home with clarity.
Whether you're choosing the right homeschool curriculum, planning your school year, navigating challenges, or seeking a more Christ-centered approach to learning, you’ll find the support and direction you need here. With over two decades of homeschooling experience, I share real-life wisdom, proven systems, and Scripture-based inspiration to help you stay organized, balanced, and rooted in God’s Word.
For even more homeschool help, free resources, and practical tools, visit WhatAboutHomeschooling.com, where you’ll find guides, printables, and encouragement to strengthen your homeschool journey. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter while you are there!
If you’re ready to simplify your homeschool, strengthen your faith, and build a joyful, confident, Christ-focused learning environment—this podcast will walk with you, one brave step at a time.
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Episodes
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
Have you ever thought, "I'm not smart enough to homeschool my children"? , I want to help you see that you are more than qualified to teach your children at home if you feel that this is what God is calling you to do. I want to give you some knowledge of what is available to you, so you feel more comfortable, empowered, and confident that you can homeschool your children.
Mentioned in this episode:
www.whatabouthomeschooling.com
www.teachingtextbooks.com
www.abeka.com
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Simple Homeschooling Tips for Beginners
https://www.whatabouthomeschooling.com
Click on either link above and go get my free download, Homeschooling Tips for Beginners!
Do you have fears around homeschooling your children? Are you looking at circumstances beyond your control and letting them influence your decisions about homeschooling? Sometimes we need to move forward in faith despite the things going on around us, and trust God for the outcome.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Homeschooling preschool.
You can go all in on a preschool homeschool curriculum that guides you with lesson plans etc. or you can just get some simple supplies and do it on your own. Or, if you choose, you don’t have to do either of these. You can simply wait to start school until they are older.
Mentioned in this episode:
HSLDA
www.whatabouthomeschooling.com/blog/homeschooling-preschool
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Wednesday May 22, 2024
One the best things about homeschooling is having flexibility. So what does it mean to have flexibility, and why is it so important when homeschooling your children? Listen to this episode of the What About Homeschooling podcast to find out.
Mentioned in this episode: The Shurley Method English Made Easy.
Be sure to visit https://www.whatabouthomeschooling.com to get your free download of my booklet Homeschool Tips for Beginners and Anyone Who Needs a Refresher.
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Since the school year is coming to an end for a lot of homeschoolers, I thought I would talk about that transition time into the summer months and then getting back into a homeschool routine in the fall.
Be sure to visit my new website to get a free digital download of my booklet Basic Homeschooling Tips! Just click on the link at the top of the page.
https://www.whatabouthomeschooling.com
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Are you starting to feel the drudgery in your homeschool doing the same thing day after day after day after day? Are you getting that antsy feeling like you need a change? Keep up the homeschool momentum by doing one or all of these things.
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
It takes more time to homeschool a child with dyslexia. Here are some tips to keep moving ahead in their school work. Mentioned in this episode: Librivox.org Amazon.com-search for "reading guides".
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Have you ever wondered what the bible says about educating your child at home or if you should homeschool your child? Listen to this episode to find out what God says about teaching your children.
To read about The Old Deluder, Satan law click here.
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Want to hear what a homeschool graduate has to say about her homeschool experience? Did she miss out on anything by not going to school? Would she do anything different? What advice does she have for moms who are thinking about homeschooling their children?
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Are you looking for more homeschool options? Need a little help with keeping records such as grades and attendance while homeschooling? An umbrella school may be a good option for your family. You can check HSLDA.org to see if they have any umbrella schools listed in your state. For TN and FL, you can check out homelifeacademy.org
Hey, there!
I'm Mary, the one in the middle. These are the 4 people I spent lots of time with teaching them to read, write, and do arithmetic. I also potty trained them, taught them how to tie their shoes, and ate lunch with them almost every day. I wouldn't trade the time I got spend with them for anything in the world.
I hope you will look back on your homeschool days with fondness and wonderful memories too. I wish that for your children as well.