Listen "An Ode to Homeschool"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textFeeling drained from the holiday hustle? You’re not alone—but it’s time to hit the reset button for the new semester! This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a fun, low-pressure way to ease back into homeschooling: a light and playful poetry unit. Discover why poetry is a powerful tool for boosting creativity, emotional expression, and literacy skills—all while keeping the stress to a minimum.I’ll walk you through simple, practical steps for teaching poetry, share tips for sparking excitement in your kids (even the reluctant writers!), and highlight how to make poetry lessons a joyful bonding experience for the whole family. Plus, don’t miss the special treat at the end of the episode: Nora, Hazel, Livi, and Caileigh will be reading their clever and hilarious odes that will inspire you to dive into poetry writing with your kids. Tune in, and let’s make this transition into 2025 both meaningful and manageable!As mentioned in this episode:Shel Silverstein: A Light in the Attic, Where the Sidewalk EndsJack Prelutsky: The Random House Book of Poetry for ChildrenKwame Alexander: Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating PoetsInterested in joining our online writing space? Click here to learn more.
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