Biblical encouragement and practical steps to help Christian moms feel confident starting homeschooling — even if you’ve never taught before.
Are you wondering if your kids will have friends if you homeschool… how to juggle different ages and needs… or if you’re even capable of doing this?
In today’s episode, I'll share our family’s honest homeschool journey along with the top 10 questions we asked early on. Get ready for the truth about how you can make homeschooling work for you and your family, along with faith-filled encouragement and practical strategies you can use right away.
The Top 10 Questions Christian Moms Ask When Considering Homeschooling:
- What is homeschooling?
- Is homeschooling legal?
- How can I make sure I am complying with the law in my state?
- Will my child have friends?
- Practically speaking, how does this work on a day-to-day basis?
- How do I juggle different ages and abilities?
- I just don't have the patience. How could I possibly make this work?
- I'm not a trained teacher. How could I possibly take this on?
- What if I don’t feel I can teach certain subjects?
- Can I do this?
We cover:
- Socialization reality: Do homeschooled kids have friends? (Spoiler: yes—church, co-ops, field trips, extended community)
- Daily rhythms: What a homeschool day actually looks like (blocks, group vs. independent work)
- Multiple ages & abilities: Family-style curriculum, adapting expectations, and grace for real life
- Legal basics (U.S.): Homeschool is legal in all 50 states + where to check your state’s requirements
- When you’re not a teacher: Why you can do this—and what to outsource if you need support (tutors, online classes, co-ops)
- Confidence & calling: Moving from fear to faithful next steps with God’s help
Resources mentioned:
- HSLDA – Homeschool Legal Defense Association (link to state laws + guidance)
- Family-style curriculum we love (Apologia)
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