Big changes are happening in college admissions—and homeschool families need clear, calm guidance more than ever. 🎓

In this episode of Making Everyday Magic, I'm sharing my favorite free SAT and ACT prep resources for homeschoolers—the ones that actually help teens feel prepared without overwhelming schedules or expensive programs.

Whether you're actively planning SAT prep, comparing SAT vs ACT for your homeschooler, or just beginning to think about standardized testing, this episode breaks it all down in a way that's simple, doable, and realistic for real homeschool life.

Homeschool families already carry a lot. Test prep doesn't have to add stress, pressure, or financial strain. We're talking practical tools, flexible prep, and confidence-building strategies that support both learning and well-being.

✨ Press play to learn:
• How shifting college admissions rules affect homeschoolers
• The best free SAT prep resources
• The best free ACT prep resources
• How to decide which test fits your teen best
• How to prepare without burning out

If this episode helps you breathe easier about high school and college prep, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another homeschool family—you don't have to figure this out alone.

After nearly a decade of homeschooling, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing what we've actually learned—the good, the hard, and the surprisingly magical. ✨

In this episode, I talk honestly about our homeschool approach, why it works for our family, and the lessons nine years of learning together have taught us. From flexibility and connection to releasing unrealistic expectations, this journey has shaped not just how we homeschool—but how we live.

Homeschooling isn't one-size-fits-all, and that's the point. Our rhythm is built around nurturing a genuine love of learning, protecting curiosity, and creating space for growth—academically and relationally.

Whether you're brand new to homeschooling, deep in the middle years, or simply questioning if there's another way to educate your kids, I hope this episode leaves you encouraged, grounded, and reminded that you're allowed to do things differently.

✨ Press play for real talk, reflection, and a reminder that everyday moments can hold real magic.

If this episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and share your homeschool journey with me—I'd love to hear what's working for your family.

It's time for our 8-Week Homeschool Update—and I'm keeping it honest.

Eight weeks into the school year is when the real picture starts to form. The excitement has worn off, routines are tested, and you can finally see what's actually working… and what still feels like chaos.

In this episode of Making Everyday Magic, I'm sharing the good, the hard, and the honest truth about where we're at in our homeschool right now. From curriculum choices that are clicking to the ones we're still navigating, to the daily rhythm that's keeping us mostly on track (with plenty of grace), this is a realistic look at homeschool life a couple months in.

✨ In this homeschool update, we talk about:
• What's working well this year—and what isn't
• How my kids are handling their workload
• Balancing flexibility without losing structure
• Why honest homeschool updates matter more than polished ones

If you've ever wondered how other homeschool families are really doing once the school year settles in, this episode is your peek behind the curtain.

Homeschool isn't perfect—but it is powerful. And sometimes the most helpful thing we can do is tell the truth about where we are.