Cleverly Changing Podcast

During episode 31, we welcomed Amelia Robertsfrom the Business of Nursing podcast. Amelia is a registered nurse. However, in this conversation, we focused on her upbringing as a homeschool graduate who went on to college and is achieving her dreams. Click download above to listen to the podcast.

This episode felt like old friends having a great conversation about conscious parenting. If you want to learn, feel inspired, and feel the freedom to parent in the way that you think is best, then this is an episode, that you don’t want to miss. Please tune in, download the podcast for later and connect with our guest.

Our guest for The Cleverly Changing Podcast Episode 29 is extraordinary. She is a working mother and homeschool champion. She is a former respiratory therapist who is now an entrepreneur. In this episode, she discusses how she teaches multiple grades (Preschool through High School) and raises an academically gifted son.

Are you interested in homeschooling your kids? Do you have a ton of questions, but no one to turn too for answers? Well if you answered, “Yes” to either one of those questions, the Multi-Ethnic Homeschool Mom’s Conference may be just the answer you need. During episode 28, I spoke with Michelle Huddleston who is a former special education teacher and a homeschooling mama of 4. Officially, she has 7 years of homeschooling under her belt. Tune in and learn more about the Homeschool Moms Conference. If you want to keep this podcast going please consider supporting it by becoming a monthly donor. Head over to our Patreon page to get started patreon.com/CleverlyChanging

Supplementing your child’s education is important. In today’s episode, we speak to Frank and Louie who are dedicated to educating Amerian children. Both men are dads who are making a difference in the publishing world by authoring stories that reflect a diverse audience. Their company is called Melanin Origins. We are eager to share this conversation with you. If you have future show topics on your mind that you want us to discuss, please share the topic in the comment section below.

Click download above to listen to the podcast. This is episode 26 and we hope that every other week you are enjoying our conversations on the Cleverly Changing Podcast. This episode is especially important because we get to hear from a former homeschooler who is an only child. Candance Howze was homeschooled by her mom and dad and then went on to college. Listen to her interview and find out how homeschooling has impacted her life. Remember, our goal on the Cleverly Changing Podcast is to provide you with encouragement, insight about African history, and support as a parent and home educator. Please take a moment to tell a friend about our show and subscribe so our podcast can grow and we can continue to provide you with this resource.

Click download above to listen to the podcast. This is episode 25 and we hope that every other week you are enjoying our conversations on the CleverlyChanging Podcast. This episode is especially special because we are talking to a veteran homeschool mom Njeri Nembhard who shares her homeschool journey with us. Njeri from maroonlifelearning.com has homeschooled her children for at least 10 years and has many nuggets to help other moms as they navigate their homeschooling lives.

Click download above to listen to the podcast. Welcome to Unschooling with Akilah S. Richards, which is episode 23 of the CleverlyChanging Podcast. Today’s guest is the brilliant self-directed education guru Akilah S. Richards. Our podcast is all about learning how to educate your kids. If you’re a new listener Please remember to subscribe and share. I am an entrepreneur, mom to twin girls, and Miriam is our co-host. She is a mom of 4. This podcast is not only for parents who homeschool their children, but it is also for all parents who want to supplement their child’s education. Our goal is to provide you with encouragement, insight about African history, and support as a parent and home educator. New episodes are uploaded biweekly. Today’s African proverb is “Wealth, if you use it, comes to an end; learning, if you use it, increases. ~ Swahili proverb Here’s Akilah’s Official bio Fare of the Free Child podcast focuses on Black people, Indigenous people, and People of Color (BIPOC) families who practice unschooling and other forms of Self-Directed, decolonized living and learning. Each weekly episode examines a particular way that we’ve accepted coercive, emotionally and physically damaging habits as a normal part of adult-child relationships. With a focus on deschooling one’s self, decolonizing education, and exploring radical self-expression, this podcast both challenges and informs us to push past coercion and fear, and walk toward a model for living with children that centers community, addresses social justice issues, and believes in trusting and respecting children and ourselves. Apple PodcastsSpotify, support the movement by joining her Patreon: Support Fare of the Free Child Podcast Listen to Episode 24 Unschooling with Akilah Richards Support This Podcast Become a Patron! Intro (0:00) The African proverb for this week’s podcast: “If you close your eyes to facts, you will learn through accidents.” Word of the Episode (1:35) kujichagulia means self-determination in Swahili. Cleverly Cultured Kids (01:56) Our kids learn what it means to unschool and deschool. Grown Folks Convo (1:56) Akilah’s podcast was the first home education podcast I ever subscribed to. Akilah helped me feel empowered that my kids would be able to learn and thrive even if I didn’t follow the rigid academic model that I learned while growing up. Watch this Youtube video to learn more about the free-range movement. Questions Discussed With Akilah * What brought you to unschooling/side? * Can you explain to our listeners how self-directed education is different from free-range parenting? * Any tips on deschooling? * How do you find it being a person of color in the unschooling space? And what advice would you offer for others who are looking for a more African-centered or non-white apporoach to education? * Since unschooling is a child led approach to learning, what do you do to quiet those nagging thoughts that come in an tell you that something is wr...

This is Episode 23 of the CleverlyChanging Podcast. Millennial moms Elle and Miriam talk to our featured guest Sly Tha Deace, who is a homeschool graduate, author, and musician. Here’s His Official bio This man is definitely a homeschool success. He is a self-published author of two books, a successful songwriter who used music to pay his way through college, a business owner and investor, plus a huge comic book fan. His message let’s “get” money is about understanding and leveraging your finances instead of just working yourself to death trying to collect money. Born in the beautiful state of Colorado and currently living in the great state of Texas. Source: Sly Tha Deuce Click download above to listen to the podcast. Support This Podcast Become a Patron! Intro (0:58) The African proverb for this week’s podcast: “If you close your eyes to facts, you will learn through accidents.” Word of the Episode (1:47) Kuumba means creativity in Swahili. Grown Folks Convo (2:12) We wanted to share with you all a conversation that we had with someone who has benefited from being homeschooled. We’re sure you will thoroughly enjoy the conversation and learn more about how one student was able to benefit from his homeschool experience. If you have questions, please be sure to let us know what they are in the comment section. * How long were you homeschooled? And how was your transition into traditional schooling?* What were some of the greatest strengths that you learned while being homeschooled?* You sometimes refer to yourself as a nerd, the term nerd is often positive? Why is nerd one of your words of choice? * How did homeschooling nurture your creativity/creative process?* Sometimes it can be hard to find a comfortable place in the world as a kid. Can you share any tips on how kids can cope with being bullied?* What did you study while you were in college? * You paid your way through college after being homeschooled, can you share with us how you were able to make money and enough not to be a broke college student with tons of debt? * Tell us about your book and how people can purchase it: MillionsNowAndLater.com. Also, follow Sly on Instagram at https://instagram.com/motivatedmister. Follow Sly and see his homeschool success in action * Free Gift from Sly Tha Deuce at Millionsnowandlater.com* Follow our guest on Instagram at Instagram.com/motivatedmister* Twitter.com/SlyThaDeuce* Facebook.com/SlyThaDeuce Reader Participation Have you found a resource that perfectly helps you prepare for homeschool review time? If so, share it in the comment section below. And here’s where you can find some of

In Episode 22, millennial moms Elle and Miriam talk to their children about making realistic and practical goals. While it is the new year and resolutions are popular, it is also a time of reflection and planning. It is never too early for a person to start the art of goal setting. Feel free to chime in below to let us know how you feel about this topic or if you have future topic suggestions. Click download above to listen to the podcast. Support This Podcast Become a Patron! Intro (0:58) The African proverb for this week’s podcast: “What you help a child to love can be more important than what you help him to learn.” Word of the Episode (1:24) Afehyia paaaaa (ah-fee-she-ah pah-ah!) means a good meeting with the year in Twi and it’s the phrase that people who speak Twi say instead of Happy New Year. Cleverly Cultured Kids (1:57) Do you have a vision for yourself, when you close your eyes, where are you? What do you want to accomplish? How do you see yourself? These questions are a great way for parents to sit down with their kids and get them started on thinking about and planning for the future. Grown Folks Convo (9:51) So here’s the truth, last year we did not complete 100% of everything on our goals list, but we definitely came close. Listen in as we discuss the future and the importance of positive words and leaving fear behind you. We’re talking about total person empowerment for both parents and children. Reader Participation Have you found a resource that perfectly helps you prepare for homeschool review time? If so, share it in the comment section below. And here’s where you can find some of our resources, including a Homeschool Portfolio Template. Free Resources * Reading Log* PE Log* Field Trip Log* Free Garden Science Unit* Tips on how to put the portfolio together* Here is a link to some of our cost-effective resources

In Episode 21, millennial moms Elle and Miriam share their process for keeping a homeschool portfolio. What is a homeschool portfolio? In the state of Maryland, parents who homeschool are typically expected to keep a portfolio of their child/children’s work. The portfolio is a collection of work that a child completes each week while under the parents’ and tutors’ instruction. Click download above to listen to the podcast. Support This Podcast Become a Patron! Intro (01:02) The African proverb for this week’s podcast goes as follows: “What a good person is looking for is doing good deeds.” This is a Swahili Proverb Word of the Episode (1:18) Medase means thank you in the Ghanaian language, Twi. Cleverly Cultured Kids (1:44) Sometimes our kids just want to express themselves and we have to take the time out of our busy schedules to listen. A List of Apps Mentioned Educational Apps * Prodigy – Math games* Star Walk 2 – An interactive astronomy guide* Photo Math – Take a picture of your math problem and this app will show you the answer and steps to get the answer* Little Alchemy 2 – Science game full of exciting creations* YouTube Kids – Different subjects* Brain Pop – Different subjects with videos, games, worksheets and more* Kindle Books – Purchase and download books to read * Duo Lingo – Language learning for free* Sound Cloud – Listening app for music, podcasts and more* Spotify – Listening app for music, podcasts and more Fun Apps * Minecraft Earth* Quizizz* Kahoot* 1010* Reddit* TicTok – Follow “@Enveme_Sis”* TEDed* Code Parade* Bazaart app* Egg Ink* Canva* Tomb of the Mask (has too many ads) Grown Folks Convo (15:23) In this episode co-hosts Elle and Miriam discuss how they feel about keeping a portfolio and meeting with the state to discuss their children’s work twice a year. Here is a link to the COMAR Guidelines. Reader Participation Have you found a resource that perfectly helps you prepare for homeschool review time? If so, share it in the comment section below. And here’s where you can find some of our resources, including a Homeschool Portfolio Template. Free Resources * Reading Log* PE Log* Fieldtrip Log*

Welcome to the CleverlyChanging Podcast in this episode we talk about mental health. Our podcast is all about learning how to educate your kids. This is episode 20. Our goal is to provide you with encouragement, insight about African history, and support as a parent and home educator. New episodes are uploaded biweekly. Please remember to subscribe and share. Intro (02:06) The African proverb for this week’s podcast goes as follows: “Little by little fills up the measure.” – Swahili proverb Word of the Episode (2:33) Abusua means family or clan in Ghana Cleverly Cultured Kids (2:48) Talk to your kids. One way that we can help build confidence is by taking the time to listen to our kids. In this episode, we talk to the Cleverly Cultured Kids about confidence. Grown Folks Talk – Therapy and Health (7:07) As adolescents grow there may come a time when they need to speak to a mental healthcare professional. Having a tough time as a teen is common and is not something they should be ashamed of. Thus, as a parent, it is our responsibility to give them the tools they need to cope with life. Sometimes those tools are beyond our own areas of understanding so find someone that you and your child feel comfortable with. Reader Participation Learn to Love Math was today’s topic if you have found resources that you love and you have a child that loves math. Please share those resources in the comment section below. We Need You To Share This Episode The title of this episode is “Do Not Be Afraid to Ask for Help” right in line with that sentiment is that we need your help as a listener. Please please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children. Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review. Listen to and Share Past Episodes Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes. * Episode 19 – College Counselor Jewel Walwyn Talks Planning for the Future * Episode 18 – How to Get your Homeschooler Ready for College * Episode 17 – Questions from Our Listeners * Episode 16 – Learn to Love Math * Episode 15 – Are You Comfortable Homeschooling* Episode 14 – Starting a New School Year* Episode 13 – Homeschooling As A Family* Episode 12 – Protecting our Children part 2* Episode 11 – Protecting Our Kids from predators...

In today’s show, we are discussing college readiness with a college counselor who is a new homeschool mom. We find out more about the college admissions process and how to transition homeschoolers into thinking more about life and career goals. Please share this episode with all parents. Intro (00:00) The African proverb for this week’s podcast goes as follows (01:12): “A person who desires to rise must stay awake.” – Swahili proverb Word of the Episode (1:36) Akwaaba means welcome. The word comes from the Akan language of Twi. Cleverly Cultured Kids (1:57) If higher education is important to you, it’s never too early to start planting seeds about college. In this episode, I ask my children questions about college and I share my personal college experience with them. Grown Folks Talk With College Counselor Jewel Walwyn (7:52) Today’s guest is college counselor Jewel Walwyn. Jewel started counseling middle and high school students over 19 years ago. She is the founder of Walwyn Educational consulting. She knows students, colleges, and the world of college admissions. After graduating from the University of Virginia with a B.A. in English and a Master’s in Education, she began working as Assistant Director of Admissions at a private college in Virginia. Her years of experience lend to an array of presentations, offering expertise in the college process, testing, financial aid, and scholarships to a variety of audiences. Thus, Jewel’s expertise is unparalleled in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas so enjoy our conversation and if you have questions about her services, follow her here: Walwyn Educational Consulting offers the following college counseling services:  * College Admissions guidance* Summer Programs* College Tours* School Consulting Connect with Walwyn Educational Consulting: * Instagram – WalwynEdConsulting* Facebook – Walwyn Educational Consulting* Website – www.walwyneducationalconsulting.com Reader Participation In addition, do you have college counselor questions for Jewel when we have her on the podcast again? If so, place your questions in the comment section below? Take Advantage of this Special Offer We Need You To Share This Podcast I need a favor, in order for this podcast to continue I need you to tell your friends and aquaintances about it. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. Therefore, if you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested...

Homeschooling isn’t new and there are parents who are achieving lots of success and fulfillment while teaching their children but what about getting ready for college? If I were to have a an official homeschool mom that I look up to, it would be Eva Wilson. Eva is a Caribbean Blogger and homeschool mom. She homeschooled her children for about 9 years. While homeschooling she achieved success personally and as an educator. What I’ve always admired most about Eva, as a homeschool mom, is that she seemed so knowledgable, confident, and carefree like she had reached homeschool “zen,” if there is such a thing. In today’s discussion, Eva shares how she helped her eldest child go from a homeschool student to a college student. Thank you, Eva, for sharing your candid wisdom on how get a homeschooler ready for college with the CleverlyChanging Podcast audience. Intro (00:18) The African proverb for this week’s podcast goes as follows: “If the rhythm of the beat changes the dance steps must adapt.” – African Proverb Word of the Episode (1:21) Maarifa means knowledge in Swahili Cleverly Cultured Kids (1:34) It’s never too early to start planting seeds about higher education. During our Cleverly Cultured Kids segment, we learn what our children want to do when they are older. Sure, now it’s just a thought, but thoughts are like seeds that need to be planted, nurtured, and watered so that they can grow and blossom. We are answering your questions (12:26) Questions from our listeners: * Top tips for preparing successfully for college About our Guest Eva Wilson Greene Eva Greene Wilson is a wife, mother of 3, author, illustrator, graduate of Howard University School of Law, and the owner and editor of SocaMom.com®. Eva is known for creating fun videos for brands, having an engaged community, and being a trusted source for information on the Caribbean, blogging, parenting, and education. For the last six years, she has blogged about Caribbean American parenting, working on campaigns for companies such as Wal-Mart, AT&T, and Beaches Resorts. She won Best Parenting Blog and Best New Blog in the Black Weblog Awards, and she is a 2016 SheKnows/BlogHer Voices of the Year Honoree and presenter in the Long Form Video category. She served as a judge for the awards in 2017. twitter: @socamomdc facebook: facebook.com/socamomdotcom instagram: @socamom youtube: youtube.com/evawilson, her daughter’s Youtube “Lemonerdy:” https://lemonerdy.com/web/ and her Youtube page with a friend: https://youtu.be/UtHVgStbU1c linkedin:linkedin.com/in/socamom

In this episode we answer some of your questions. Sometimes as parents the best thing we can do for our children is to listen to them. When you sit back and open your ears and let your kids express what’s on their hearts you may hear something endearing, laugh-worthy, or something that will move you into action. Intro (02:06) The African proverb for this week’s podcast goes as follows: “Wisdom is like fire, people take it from others.” – Hema Proverb Word of the Episode (2:33) Shule means school in Swahili Cleverly Cultured Kids (2:48) Sometimes our kids just want to express themselves and we have to take the time out of our busy schedules to listen. We are answering your questions (7:07) Questions from our listeners: * Is it possible to homeschool using a full curriculum in less than 5 weekdays? * How do you pick the right curriculum? * Homeschooling vs. Unschooling? * Is it possible to combine homeschooling with working part-time? * Can you split teaching different subjects with both parents? * What are signs that your child is ready to be homeschooled? Reader Participation Learn to Love Math was today’s topic if you have found resources that you love and you have a child that loves math. Please share those resources in the comment section below. We Need You To Share This Podcast Also, please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children. Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review. Listen to and Share Past Episodes Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes. * Episode 16 – Learn to Love Math * Episode 15 – Are You Comfortable Homeschooling* Episode 14 – Starting a New School Year* Episode 13 – Homeschooling As A Family* Episode 12 – Protecting our Children part 2* Episode 11 – Protecting Our Kids from predators* Episode 10 – The Cleverly Cultured Kids Discuss Discipline* Episode 9 – Important Health Tips for Kids and Families* Episode 8 – How to Handle Stress While Homeschooling* Episode 7 – How Do You Discipline Children?