Episode Details

**Homeschool Mini Series! I'm taking a few weeks to do a mini series focusing on homeschooling and home educating- perfect for those who are thinking about a change come fall or just need ideas for ways to keep learning fun and engaging this summer break!**

Are you feeling called to homeschool but have no idea where to even begin? Do you worry that you're not qualified — or that homeschooling is too expensive or too complicated for your family? What if you knew that the most important first step has nothing to do with curriculum at all?

In this episode, I sit down with Tina Hollenbeck — former public school ESL teacher, homeschool mom of two, and founder of the Homeschool Resource Roadmap — to kick off our homeschooling mini series. Tina shares how her years inside the public school system actually confirmed her decision to homeschool, and she breaks down how any mom can get started without overwhelm, without a big budget, and without having it all figured out first. Whether you're just considering it or finally ready to take the leap, this conversation is going to encourage and equip you.

Connect with Tina:

• Homeschool Resource Roadmap (free curriculum database): homeschoolroadmap.org
• The Homeschool Loft (parent resource center, Northeast WI): homeschoolloft.com
• Find Tina on Facebook via The Homeschool Loft or The Homeschool Resource Roadmap
• 🎤 Catch Tina LIVE as a speaker at the Speaking Life Into Homeschool Expo — Sunday, August 16, 2026 at the Waukesha Expo Center! Grab your tickets at speakinglife.co/homeschool

Resources Mentioned:

• Homeschool Resource Roadmap — free database of 7,400+ curriculum providers searchable by subject, age, learning style, Christian/secular, and more: homeschoolroadmap.org
• The Homeschool Loft — parent resource center: homeschoolloft.com
• The Well-Trained Mind by Susan Wise Bauer — classical education reference book
• Carol Joy Seid / Homeschool Made Simple — homeschoolmadesimple.net
• Speaking Life Into Homeschool Expo — Waukesha Expo Center, August 16, 2026: speakinglife.co/homeschool

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The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Speaking Life Into Motherhood. None of the advice or discussion on the podcast is medical advice. Always consult with your medical provider before using any supplements, essential oils, or therapy methods.