Tuesday Feb 04, 2025

Transforming Homeschooling with Unit Studies – Lydia Rosado

"We were making each other miserable!" ~ Lydia Rosado

Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.

Lydia Rosado joins Cindy West to dive into the world of homeschooling unit studies. Discover why Lydia transitioned from a traditional “school at home” approach to unit studies and how it revolutionized her family's learning experience. Lydia shares practical tips on integrating subjects like literature, history, science, math, Bible and language arts into a cohesive, exciting learning experience. She also reveals how project-based learning plays a pivotal role in her homeschooling strategy. This episode is packed with insightful advice for both new and experienced homeschoolers looking to make learning more engaging and effective.

📌 Highlights in this Episode:

Why traditional homeschooling didn’t work for Lydia’s family
How unit studies improved learning and happiness
How to start with unit studies even if you're new to homeschooling
Integrating math, history, science, and arts into unit studies
Developing customized learning projects that suit your child’s strengths and interests
The importance of project-based learning and real-life connections
Tips for keeping track of educational progress

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Recommended Resources:

Follow Lydia on Instagram - @happilyevercaffeinated

Lydia's Substack - Happily Ever Caffeinated

The Checklist: a Homeschool Curriculum Guide, by Cindy Downes - Unit Study Checklist - $14.95

Cindy West - Our Journey Westward

No Sweat Nature Study

Strings Attached: The True Cost of School Choice

Making Homeschooling Affordable

Homeschooling Through the Years Series

Homeschooling Every Subject Series

Podcast Recommendations:

Cindy West on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

Thinking Dad Podcast

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