MINIMALIST HOMESCHOOL GUIDE | CURRICULUM | BENEFITS #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeschoollife

Minimalist homeschooling is not talked about very often but in busy seasons of life it can be a necessity. Come sit down with me as we chat about all things homeschooling and minimalism from curriculum to scheduling and more.
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[@clarkclips8015]

I made myself physically ill and had a complete breakdown when I was homeschooling young children, studying, nursing babies, caring for toddlers, going through pregnancies, traveling and moving every 2 years all at once, trying to please people. It was horrible. I had to stop homeschooling for a while. I had to get help, see doctors, and go to physical therapy to regain strength and recover. I literally had no choice because I was so weak and ill. I felt a lot of guilt and anxiety over my physical condition and couldn't sleep, which was what I needed most! I was in shock for a while and couldn't cope. I tried to do too much and burned myself out physically, spiritually and emotionally! I was never the same after that even though I recovered. I am still weaker and need to pace myself. I need a minimalist homeschool curriculum that focusing on just the the R's like you said. I use the Robinson Curriculum because it does just that, but I really like the look of the Good and Beautiful. I love how God teaches us everything we need to know from His Word and His creation. Sometimes I just like to lay in the backyard on a blanket with my kids and do nothing. We just look at the trees, the sky, listen to the birds, and rest in God's world. I need that and they like it too!

[@Eastpinehome]

I’m glad you’re in a better place now ❤️ we defiantly can burn ourselves at both ends trying to keep up. If God rested on the seventh day, so can we 🥰

[@klhpensil21]

I totally agree with this idea. I just have to say, though, because it was bothering me, lol... Gardening IS science. Baking IS chemistry! Nature studies are mostly science (though there's definitely more to them)! Observing nature and animals is science. In fact, those are some of my favorite ways of teaching science. I just had to say. I have neurodivergent kids who really struggle to learn things that don't interest them. On the other hand, they're self-led learners in their subjects of interest.

[@Eastpinehome]

good point! I was referring to more textbook busy work. 😉 that’s so wonderful that you follow their interest ❤️

[@marisagonzalez6873]

I’m currently pregnant with my fourth baby and leaving a career of 12 years …. I have a 7 soon to be 8 year old son and a 5 soon to be 6 year old son along with a 11 month old baby girl I’m on the fence about home schooling this year but let me tell you I’m thinking of doing it bc of this videos 🥹😭😭😭

[@Eastpinehome]

Girl ❤ I have some videos coming about homeschooling with babes. You can do it ❤❤❤

[@evelynmom2902]

Agreed! You can do it!

[@ldv02]

Yes you can do it!!! It doesn’t have to be like other moms here on YT make it seem, too much

[@toriwill5967]

Thank you SO MUCH for this! What a great reminder that God chose us to raise the kids He gave to us! And that He has equipped us with the knowledge to do it! I love this video so much and it was such an encouragement!!! Thank you!

[@Eastpinehome]

Yes!! God did choose us and we can do it! I am so glad you liked the video xoxox

[@vivibelswoopy]

I wholeheartedly agree with everything you said. This is beautiful!!!

[@Eastpinehome]

Aw thank you so much xoxo

[@magalyrodriguez6862]

Thank you x 100 ! You have no idea how much I needed to hear this rigth at this moment❤ God bless you 🙏!

[@Eastpinehome]

I’m so glad! Xoxo

[@crystinanna7829]

thank you. your message at the end about really assessing what's important and what matters most was a helpful reminder. that should be the first question we ask before "what all should I buy and do?!"

[@Eastpinehome]

🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@kristimckeon6967]

This is just 100% how we exist as well. Everything you said is spot on.

[@Eastpinehome]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@BaileyAcademy]

New subscriber, I've got 5 kids. Thanks for sharing.

[@Eastpinehome]

❤️❤️❤️

[@joannawawrzyniak249]

Thank you for this video, I really needed to hear what you had to say coming from another homeschooling mom.

[@Eastpinehome]

You are so welcome!

[@belovedinjesuschrist]

I am 26 and my husband and i are ready to have children soon. I've been overwhelmed to homeschool someday as I struggled in school. Vidoes like these give me encouragement and hope. I thank the Lord for the blessing of faith, family, and homeschooling.

[@Eastpinehome]

You should read the book “wild and free” I think you’d love it!

[@belovedinjesuschrist]

@@Eastpinehome what is the authors name?

[@themightymeowmeows7349]

Man I needed this. I've been leaning more this way than ever before. With an upcoming 10th grade, 8th grade and 2nd grade, I need it simple for sure.

[@Eastpinehome]

Yes! Don’t overwhelm yourself and simplify even for a year can be so good for everyone.

[@kaylawensel7089]

Very encouraging to hear this right now. Thank you 😊

[@Eastpinehome]

I’m so glad ❤️

[@jamie-leewatson3565]

I'm not a homeschooler but I am tempted to be 😊 In Australia there are very strict homeschool requirements With home visits to approve curriculum every 6months to a year. It's not as simple as it seems to be in Canada and the US unfortunately. Loved this video, it made homeschooling seem less daunting for sure.

[@Eastpinehome]

Check out your local homeschool Facebook groups. Sometimes rules look overwhelming when it’s just a quick pop by visit. In a different province they do the same thing and it’s can still be simple you just need to prove you’re actually teaching. Also sometimes they will offer up funding in exchange which can be a positive thing :)

[@keirajones5062]

That's so interesting! I had no idea it was so strict there. I homeschool my kids in NZ, and once we have done our exemption letter, we are free to homeschool however we want- and unlike a lot of US states, there are no required amount of days, or subjects that have to be taught.

[@BekeDownes]

As a minimalist and new homeschooler, this is great. Love the idea of the binders!! Easy to take pages in and out. I've been pri ting and binding with a sort of spiral thing I have 4 different books for both kids. Maybe I should be using binders. Thank you!

[@Eastpinehome]

Yes !! I’ve tried the multiple binder thing but one big one worked best for us :)

[@stacey9433]

Love this video expecting baby boy #3 this fall homeschooling a soon to be 8 yr old and preschooler all the while will be recovering from repeat C-section. Definitely the time to minimize our homeschool!

[@Eastpinehome]

Scaling back can be so good for everyone 🥰. Good luck with baby and recovery ❤️

[@stacey9433]

@@Eastpinehome thank you!

[@jcross9251]

Very encouraging and reasonable

[@Eastpinehome]

I’m so glad you were encouraged ❤️

[@ruthywil]

Wow you just opened my eyes and took away a heavy load.

[@Eastpinehome]

All in this together mama❤️.

[@OneMamaToAnother]

You've shared some great tips!

[@Eastpinehome]

Thank you❤

[@ERICA850]

Wow you put my thoughts into words about schools not giving children opportunities for real life experiences. My oldest goes to public school and she has been asked what she wants to be when she grows up and she's only in first grade. It's not right. When i graduated highschool i was all signed up to go to college for electrical engineering because i loved math and science and at the last minute i didnt because i realized i have no idea of a real world application of a job with that degree. I also was interested in being a pharmacist So i decided to start working in a pharmacy as a tech instead to gain real experiences what it would be like to work in that environment. Shortly into my career as a tech i became pregnant with my first then was able to be a stay at home mom. I am homeschooling my three other kids now too and plan on adding my 1st grader back into the mix when shes a bit older since she needs the social learning more right now.

[@Eastpinehome]

The most successful adults are life long learners. They say the average person changes careers seven times 😅

[@sugarspice7768]

Is she getting healthy "social learning" at the public school? Is there other places outside of public school to get "social learning"?

[@ERICA850]

@@sugarspice7768 there are but we have been dealing with behavioral issues as well that took A LOT of time away from her younger sisters and brother. I feel like they need a good foundation in school like my oldest got and I wasn't able to give them that while my oldest required so much attention

[@acharyahardika]

Pls keep the videos coming!🙏

[@Eastpinehome]

Will do ❤️

[@rootsandarrowshomestead]

Thank You So Much for this! I have been thinking about printing off The Good And The Beautiful when it's time to start with my 3 and 4 year old! Do you pay for the G&B curriculum or is there some that is free to print off?

[@Eastpinehome]

The pdfs for level 1 and up in math and English are free. You’ll want to start with the pre-k and the primer first :)

[@kirstencase1289]

Ok…this makes me believe I could do it…maybe I will one day…

[@Eastpinehome]

You can do it!!

[@UnboxGeniusFinds]

Thank you for this

[@Eastpinehome]

❤️❤️❤️

[@unconditionallovehomeschoo1830]

I totally agree

[@lillahigdon771]

😊

[@lovebeautifulthings1.m]

Thank you so much. This is very encouraging.

[@Eastpinehome]

I’m so glad!

[@activedadz3414]

Hi can I contact you for more information. Looking for help

[@Eastpinehome]

Absolutely just follow the link to my blog and there’s a contact page on there if you have any questions!