Should you include foreign language instruction in your homeschooling? If so, which one? What if you don't fluently speak a second language? Can you competently teach your child French, Spanish, Mandarin, or German if you only speak English? The answer to all of these questions is YES! The sooner you start, the better the outcome but don't worry, it's never too late to introduce a new language and a new culture into your home education. In this week's episode, Carrie talks with Shannon Kelly, the founder of Cultured Kid. The Cultured Kid is globally loved, play-based language program used by thousands of homeschool families around the world to help kids learn a second language. Carrie and Shannon share how to use songs, stories, games, and hands-on activities to help kids learn a foreign language through play. Pour yourself a cup of Italian espresso or a Mayan Mocha, grab a croissant or some French pastries, put your feet up and join Carrie and Shannon for some coffee and conversation about including foreign language instruction into your homeschooling.

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Are you thinking about homeschooling but have tons of questions? Are you bombarded with questions about your homeschooling decision but not sure how to answer them? Then make sure you listen to this week's coffee break! In this week's episode, Carrie and her guests, Mandi McArthur and Jessica Carpinelli answer the most common questions about home education. Mandi McArthur and Jessica Carpinelli are the co-authors of the new book, Hesitant to Homeschool: Answers to 20 Common Questions. They a two homeschool mamas who also run a co-op and host a podcast. If you have questions about homeschooling, then pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie, Mandi, and Jessica for a little coffee and conversation.

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This spring, ramble down a few rabbit trails and jump into a few rabbit holes with your kids. In this little coffee break, Carrie shares the importance and simplicity of following the interests God has placed in your child's heart. After 20+ years of homeschooling, Carrie finally learned to respect the rabbit holes and to appreciate rambling down a few rabbit trails. In this week's episode, Carrie shares how to embrace those rabbit holes through the use of unit studies. She explains why following your child's lead can be beneficial, shares examples of a few rabbit trails her family ventured down, and how to simply plan and use unit studies in your own homeschooling. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, take a little coffee break, and meander down a few rabbit trails with Carrie.

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Are you in a homeschooling learning rut? Do you need to jump start your lessons and reignite your child's love of learning? If so, then try inserting a few Theme Days into your homeschooling. What are Theme Days? They are a fun, fast, and easy way to get your students excited about learning while focusing on one particular theme or topic for a day. In this week's episode, Carrie explains what Theme Days are and gives tons of examples, starting with a Star Wars/ Space Theme Day you can do this May 4th. Pour yourself a cup of Blue Milk, get a piece of Chewy Brownies, and join Carrie for this super fun coffee break about getting out of a learning rut.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

https://nationaltoday.com/

https://www.onthisday.com/

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/

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Can you work full time or part time and homeschool? Can you homeschool and work from home or run your own business? The answer is YES and you can even earn some extra income while homeschooling. It is possible if you change your mind set and get a little creative! In this week's episode, Carrie helps working moms think outside the box so they can earn an income and homeschool too. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie for this little coffee break.

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You have heard the mind-boggling statistics about technology and social media use. The numbers don’t lie; our obsession with smartphones and social media is slowly eroding the very essence of our homes and families. You see it. You feel it. You know it. So what do we do about it? Opt out! I know! It's easier said than done. This week Carrie talks with Erin Lochner, NY Best Seller Author and founder of "The Opt Out Movement," about how to create genuine connections with family while making technology take a backseat. Erin gives simple ways to reclaim your home and build a tech-free family culture that’s stronger than your Wi-Fi signal. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Erin for a little coffee and conversation about not being a slave to the algorithm.

Check out Erin's book, The Opt Out Family: How To Give Our Kids What Technology Can't.

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Easter and Passover are just around the corner. Do you celebrate Passover as part of your Easter traditions? Celebrating biblical feasts as believers can enrich our understanding of Jesus and God's plan for salvation and they are steeped in rich traditions. As with all biblical festivals, Passover foreshadows the coming of Jesus, our Deliverer and our Savior. In this week's episode, Carrie talks with Michelle Akrami, founder of The Unhurried Farm, about setting time aside to remember God's promises and His faithfulness as well as simple ways to celebrate Passover this Easter season and other biblical feasts such as Shabbat throughout the year. Pour yourself a glass of red wine, cut some fresh sourdough, put your feet up and join Carrie and Michelle for a conversation about celebrating Passover with your family.

Visit Michelle Akrami on Instagram @theunhurriedfarm or at The Unhurried Farm website: https://www.unhurriedfarm.com.

Resource mentioned: A Family Guide to the Biblical Holidays: With Activities for All Ages by Sampson.

A Good Soil Life: Cultivating a Resilient and Whole Heart in a Hurried World by Michelle Akrami

"Celebrating Holy Week" blog article at www.coffeewithcarrie.org

"I Am Lenten & Holy Week Devotional and Activities by Carrie De Francisco

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Charlotte Mason for the Rest of Us has a double meaning. It’s for those of you who, for whatever reason, aren’t fully disciplined (you may have failed your own CM habit training), don’t want to be a CM purist, or who have kids who can't sit still for print studies, who make bodily noises while reading living books, and/or who hate tea and poetry. If this sounds like you, don't feel guilty! Implementing Miss Mason’s philosophy in your home the way you choose to gives you rest. This week, Carrie talks with Amy Hughes, the author of Charlotte Mason for the Rest of Us and The Charlotte Mason Unschooling Handbook, about implementing a Charlotte Mason approach that fits your family's lifestyle. Join Carrie and Amy for a little coffee and conversation about embracing Charlotte Mason your way.

Check out Amy Hughes' website, ebooks, and homeschooling resources: https://simplelittleamy.com.

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