Homeschooling Preschoolers: Relationships, Faith, and Academic Readiness – Amy Sloan, Part 1 (Through the Years Series)

"We want children who are not jaded and bored already with the work that they’ve been doing." ~ Amy Sloan Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. 🎙️ To kick off our "Homeschooling Through the Years" series, Yvette Hampton welcomes back Amy Sloan to discuss homeschooling through the preschool years in this insightful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Join us as we dive into the joys and challenges of homeschooling during the preschool years. 🏫 Amy, a second-generation homeschooling mom and founder of Humility and Doxology, shares her wisdom on setting goals, fostering relationships, and cultivating a love for learning in young children. ⛪ We discuss the importance of faith and discipleship, creative ways to incorporate academics into everyday life, and how to maintain a language-rich environment. If you're a parent or educator looking to enrich your homeschooling journey, this episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and encouragement! Come back tomorrow and Thursday for the rest of this conversation.  Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry? Recommended Resources: Podcast Note-Taking Guide Homeschool Conversations with Humility And Doxology Podcast Amy Sloan’s Past Episodes on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast "Called to Homeschooling" - Yvette Hampton on Amy's podcast Follow @HumilityandDoxology on all the socials   Homeschool Teaching Methods Overview - Sonya Shafer (Homeschool Survival Series) The Power of Memorization - Nathan King on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Scripture Memory Through Song Healthy Homeschooling: Five Health Benefits of Home Education – Aby Rinella Ginny Yurich – 1000 Hours Outdoors Ginger Hubbard - Heart Training   Preschool Curriculum: The Gentle Classical Preschool Ambleside Online Simply Charlotte Mason The Peaceful Press Five in a Row   Book Lists: Books Children Love: A Guide to the Best Children's Literature, by Elizabeth Laraway Wilson Honey for a Child's Heart, Updated and Expanded: The Imaginative Use of Books in Family Life, by Gladys Hunt and Mark Hunt Read-Aloud Revival HumilityandDoxology Preschool Book List   Join us for the Brave 2024 Online Homeschool Conference, hosted by our friends at Made2Homeschool, August 1-3. Enjoy three days of amazing speakers, live hangouts, live Q&A sessions and panels, a digital grab bag and virtual exhibit hall, and most importantly, godly homeschooling encouragement and support.    📚📖 Ready to start homeschooling? 🏠📓 🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution 🍿 for FREE today and get the 📖 Homeschool Survival Kit 📖 delivered to your inbox immediately! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today!  Discussion Questions: 1. Amy Sloan emphasizes the importance of building relationships during the preschool years. How do you think focusing on relationship-building can impact a child's long-term educational journey? 2. In the podcast, both Yvette and Amy talk about the importance of incorporating Scripture memory for young children. What are some creative ways to teach Scripture to preschoolers in your home? 3. Amy mentions using music to help children memorize Scripture. What are some of your favorite albums or resources for Scripture-based music for young kids? 4. The episode discusses the importance of laying a foundation of faith and discipleship in the early years. How do you incorporate the Gospel and Bible lessons in your daily routine? 5. The podcast suggests that learning should be playful and not stifle a child’s natural curiosity. How do you ensure that learning is fun and engaging for your preschoole