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make joy normal: cozy homeschooling

In the context of promoting joy, fun and an environment of love, Bonnie welcomes you! Bonnie is a homeschool mom of seven kids, 32 years in - writer, speaker and cheerleader. Meet her cohosts who bring your questions and theirs to the table: Elizabeth, mom of six, in the thick of glorious family life, and Christina, just starting the homeschool journey with three littles. Join us for some honest discussion about how to make home education cozy. Just like you imagined.

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1:37

PSA! British Columbia Home Education Conference!

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2026/01/23

send us a text via Fan Mail! Here's all the links! Website:bchec.ca (http://bchec.ca/) Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579017518570 lnstagram:http://www.instagram.com/bchomeeducationconference Email:mailto:info@bchec.ca Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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24:55

growth and connection for homeschoolers: The Canadian...

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2026/01/16

send us a text via Fan Mail! Today I welcome Lisa Marie Fletcher founder of The Canadian Homeschooler to discuss the upcoming Canadian Online Homeschool Conference (Feb. 2-6th 2026). We discuss what inspired the conference, what Lisa Marie is looking forward to the most and a look at this year's lineup including yours truly (Note: the Conference is open to everyone, even if you're not in Canada!) 1:09 - About Lisa Marie and The Canadian Homeschooler 3:31 - Structure and daily themes of th...

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7:37

my take on it: when to begin history studies

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2026/01/12

send us a text via Fan Mail! I address a fan mail inquiry about homeschooling resources for history, particularly for young children. What are the merits of Philip Campbell's history books and audio resources and the importance of read-alouds and interactive play. Totally looking for that balance between structured education and free play. If you scroll down on this link, you'll read different historical eras and reading suggestions for each: SOCIAL STUDIES Contact On Instagram a...

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46:17

when it's time to get off social media a discussion...

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2026/01/10

send us a text via Fan Mail! Jenna joins me once again on the podcast to discuss burnout, phone addiction and the difficult decision to leave social media We naturally dive into the need for community and strategize on how to find and build community around us. Eat, Live, Run | Jenna Beaugh | Substack eatliverun.com As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Only Heroic Catholic Families Will Survive by Robert J. Fox Blessed Is She - Community Homeschool Connectio...

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47:14

Real life with Zoe: how do you do that?

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/12/30

send us a text via Fan Mail! A chat with Zoe, that we co-published on both her *new podcast* and here on make joy normal...how do we do that? Welcome, learn from my errors :). Zoe's Website + Podcast Instagram: @realliferealkitchen As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The Pantry Reset Mini Course with Zoe building resilience, cultivating joy (blog post) Among the Lilies Podcast with Cameron Fradd career woman to stay at home mom: an interview with...

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8:21

my take on it: a Christmas tradition to share

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/12/17

send us a text via Fan Mail! Blog post, Bride's tree Christmas traditions at our house, an episode from a couple of years ago Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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7:37

audiobooks for the win

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2025/11/26

send us a text via Fan Mail! Audiobooks are a great resource for homeschoolers as a supplement in education and entertaining our children. I share a family favourite as well as a list of some of my own personal favourites. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Tales from the Old Testament: Great Men and Women from Noah Through Solomon as told by Jim Weiss (Audible) Limited time offer: Try Audible for $0.99/mo for the first 3 months + $20 Audible credit Give ...

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30:30

marriage routines

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/11/25

send us a text via Fan Mail! And while we're on the topic of covenant...what are some routines in marriage that prevent our relationships from becoming "contractual?" Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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15:18

life in chunks, try it, you might like it

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/11/15

send us a text via Fan Mail! a means of adapting Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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30:07

hitting, biting and aggressive behaviours - what do...

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/10/18

send us a text via Fan Mail! How should we approach and discipline a young child who is hitting, biting or showing physical forms of aggression towards siblings or peers? Christina joins me to discuss and share practical solutions. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Revolution of Mercy: how kindness changes everything by Bonnie Landry authority (blog post) Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by to...

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2:09

PSA: distracted by many things AND a link to follow

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/10/14

send us a text via Fan Mail! https://heeltotoe2025.blogspot.com/ Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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11:43

my take on it: lying

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2025/10/14

send us a text via Fan Mail! When kids lie - what are parents to do?! here's the instagram post on lying I mention. Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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13:19

my take on it: when kids won't show weakness

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/10/11

send us a text via Fan Mail! Bravado. Toughness. When a child won't show their feelings, even thought we know they're there. Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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39:43

seeking joy and finding purpose: an interview with...

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/10/11

send us a text via Fan Mail! Cathy Jo Lang is a certified life coach and host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast. We discuss our journey in embracing the Catholic faith, navigating tragedy, and finding support in creating and attaining our goals. Cathy Jo Lang LLC - Coaching, Training and Speaking + On Instagram @cathyjolangllc The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast indelible marks (blog post) Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.c...

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31:34

when boys play rough - weaponry, battles and heroic...

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2025/10/04

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I discuss boys and their tendency to play war-like games. Is it a cause for concern? Is it appropriate for boys being raised with Christian values? 3:25 - Question from a listener 6:41 - Elizabeth shares how she manages this issue in her home 9:47 - Bonnie shares her comfort level with battles and weaponry in games 13:12 - Could playing these games help our boys to develop virtue? 15:04 - Finding them an outlet 2...

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11:04

my take on it: finding good examples of writing to...

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/09/29

send us a text via Fan Mail! my take on it, some thoughts on choosing writing samples Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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48:21

Baby and Bedsharing Solutions: holistic, gentle sleep...

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/09/27

send us a text via Fan Mail! 00:42 - Welcome Heather 3:37 - The Baby Sleep Connection Podcast 5:39 - What to do when spouse disagrees with bed sharing 11:33 - Reducing the risk of sharing sleep space 12:24 - Supporting the emotional and developmental needs of our toddlers 19:11 - Counterwill and separation trauma 26:00 - Connection, feeling safe and unconditionally loved 28:52 - Attachment and walking alongside our kids 38:27 - Safety tips for bedsharing wh...

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21:45

raising a voracious reader

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/09/19

send us a text via Fan Mail! There are some unique challenges that come with having a voracious reader on our hands - providing quality literature, vetting age appropriate content, giving them a challenge as necessary. I share some ideas in navigating these concerns.. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them - an interview with author Cheri Blomquist (podcast) Before Austen Comes Aesop: ...

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12:31

my take on it: follow up to dealing with boredom

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/09/17

send us a text via Fan Mail! acting out and expectations Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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15:35

my take on it: managing meltdowns

make joy normal: cozy homeschooling ·

2025/09/16

send us a text via Fan Mail! my take on it, interruptions free of charge Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

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