In this show we talk about the peaceful path to connected families and restored communities. It’s all about the simple things that we do as women that have the ...
Jennifer Pepito is a homeschool mom of 7 with 30 years of homeschool experience, the author of Mothering by the Book, Habits for a Sacred Home, and the founder of the Peaceful Press. At the core of her homeschool ethos is a desire to learn language arts through living literature that inspires the dreamer, the warrior, and the creator in each of our children.
Episode 124 dives deeper into Jennifer's principles for learning language arts. She walks you through what she did and how it benefited her children, the science behind learning language arts through a more Charlotte Mason-oriented approach, and how to make it work for you and your family if you're not sure where to start.
Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!
Check out the Homeschool Planner for a great way to stay organized and focused as the new year starts.
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In this episode–
The reading you do as a family will define your children's vocabulary and narration abilities
Finding objective ways to grade your child's paper through Institute in Excellence in Writing
Our favourite language arts programs
Jennifer's stories of teaching language art and the development of her principles for learning
The Peaceful Press Family Vision Sheet
The Restoration Home Free Workshop
Habits for a Sacred Home by Jennifer Pepito
Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto
How to Homeschool Free e-Book
Institute for Excellence in Writing
You can learn more about Jennifer here–
Jennifer's Instagram
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31:00
Work, Dreams, and the Goodness of God with Cassandra Speer
Cassandra Speer co-author of Ready as You Are, co-creator of Her True Worth, wife, mother, author, homemaker, and student joins Jennifer Pepito for an incredible conversation on pursuing dreams as a mother, letting go of false limitations, and the rest that comes to us when we prioritise the presence of God.
The conversation with Cassandra inspired and encouraged us to dig a little deeper into the Word of God, pursue our dreams, take a phone break, and enjoy our kids. We hope it fills you with hope and provides you with many practical ideas to implement in your daily life to give you more margin and a sweeter perspective on your life.
This podcast is made possible by the Peaceful Press!
Spring is too magical to miss a moment of it! Enjoy the Peaceful Press Spring Guide and Garden Guide for a beautiful 4 weeks of learning that will take you outdoors while connecting as a family and learning.
Looking for more! Check out the Peaceful Press Nature Book Flood for a year of Charlotte Mason inspired science learning that takes you outdoors.
In this episode–
How to get started on your dreams
Being present to the ministry of the moment
You're not enough, but God's strength is made perfect in our weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:9)
Take an audit of your time, and figure out where it is going
Take a phone sabbath to reduce cortisol and ground you for the rest of the week
It's not wrong to have comfort, but we can't allow "comfort" to replace the presence of God
Check out Cassandra's website and her podcast Hard and Holy for more encouragement in your journey as a mom and woman of God with a dream.
Ready as You Are by Brittany Maher and Cassandra Speer
Jennifer's Instagram
You can learn more about Cassandra here-
Cassandra's Instagram
Some Amazon Affiliate Links.
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REPLAY-Raising Children Who Love Work with Emelie Pepito
Work is a necessary part of life, and it's not always going to be fun, but we can still raise children who appreciate work and find meaning in it.
Welcome to episode 71! Join Jennifer and Emelie for a practical conversation about what inspires us to work, tips on raising children who enjoy work, turning new skill acquisition into play, healing from lies that you're only enough if you're working, and so much more!
Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!
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Shop the Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles
The Peaceful Press Spring Guide and the Peaceful Press Garden Guide
In this episode–
Rewards should not be a part of our everyday work structure
Giving your children a vision for their work or someone to serve in the middle of it.
You are more than the work you do!
Creating children who are efficient and happy workers
Teach don't criticise when showing your children new skills
Check out the Peaceful Press Chore Cards
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How Shall We Live with Michelle Garrels
Managing a Holy Home with Johnna Holmgren
Boys Are People Too with Durenda Wilson
Jennifer's Guide to Creating a Daily Routine
You can learn more about Jennifer here-
Jennifer's Instagram
You can learn more about Emelie here-
Emelie’s Instagram
Some Amazon Affiliate Links.
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Peaceful Homes are Possible with KyAnn Molina
KyAnn Molina, the creator of the Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms Podcast joins Jennifer Pepito in episode 122 for a very real conversation about mothering toddlers, bowls of spaghetti flying everywhere, and the pursuit of planning. It's easy to feel like you're the only one going through chaos or incapable of getting a little more order into your life. But you are not alone, and this episode is full of simple, practical steps to increase the peace in your home and reclaim your mind from the freneticness of competing interests. Enjoy!
This podcast is made possible by the Peaceful Press!
Spring is too magical to miss a moment of it! Enjoy the Peaceful Press Spring Guide and Garden Guide for a beautiful 4 weeks of learning that will take you outdoors while connecting as a family and learning.
Looking for more! Check out the Peaceful Press Nature Book Flood for a year of Charlotte Mason inspired science learning that takes you outdoors.
In this episode–
When you don't know where to start, start with putting your phone away for an hour in the morning and an hour in the evening.
The importance of planning as a mom
Self-control is no match for the daily travails of life, this is where planning comes in to create margin and protect the peace of our homes
Simple steps to take back your mental life, recapture your hours, and enjoy living more
Check out KyAnn Molina's website and her podcast Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms for habits and skills to bring peace and order back into your home.
Opal Screen Time App
Jennifer's Instagram
You can learn more about KyAnn here-
KyAnn’s Instagram
Some Amazon Affiliate Links.
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High School Isn't Hard with Emelie Pepito
So often, we feel quite competent homeschooling through elementary school, but when we get to high school, the pressure to produce "adults" and the knowledge bank we think we need to give our children before they graduate is daunting.
It doesn't have to be that way, though. High school is not an impossible hurdle for homeschool families, and there are some easy ways to give your children life skills and confidence that will complement their learning. Join Jennifer and Emelie as they talk about preparation for high school, and what went well.
This great conversation is made possible by the Peaceful Press!
The Peaceful Press supports healthy habits and responsibility by incorporating practical life skills into each day.
For great resources that help with habit building into every day, check out the Chore and Routine Pack. Our full length bundles give your children the opportunity to learn practical skills, read beautiful literature, and engage in a living history and applicable science. If you're not loving your current homeschool, don't wait till next year to make a change. Switch now and enjoy every moment of learning with the Peaceful Press.
The Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles
In this episode–
High school doesn't have to be daunting
When you children are young is when you start equipping them with the habits and skills to thrive in high school and beyond
Work does not steal a child's innocence or their childhood, your stress does.
Your teenagers need connection!
You can learn more about Jennifer here-
Jennifer's Instagram
You can learn more about Emelie here-
Emelie’s Instagram
Some Amazon Affiliate Links.
In this show we talk about the peaceful path to connected families and restored communities. It’s all about the simple things that we do as women that have the potential to save the world.