69: My Favorite Math Curriculum to Start a New Homeschool Year
What if getting back into math was as simple as opening a workbook and beginning?
In this episode, Dr. Nina Graham shares the math resources she reaches for at the start of each homeschool year, including inexpensive workbooks, Khan Academy, and a practical routine for building daily consistency. She also explains why keeping math simple in the beginning helps create lasting habits throughout the school year.
Resources mentioned in this episode are linked below.
Humble Math Workbooks
IXL Math Workbooks
Episode 48: Motivating Middle Schoolers with Learning Menus: Simple Choices that Boost Focus and Progress; Math Curriculum Examples 7th/8th Grade
Lesson Flow: Fresh Start (https://homeschooldoc.systeme.io/freshstart)
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17 Jul 2026
70: My Favorite Curriculum for Reading to Start a New Homeschool Year
Getting started with reading doesn't have to be complicated.
In this episode, Dr. Nina Graham shares a simple reading routine that helps homeschool families build consistency from the beginning of the school year. Learn why picture books work with students of all ages, how to use easy annotations to encourage deeper thinking, and why simple habits often lead to the greatest long-term success.
Resources mentioned in this episode: the How to Use a Picture Book mini-lessons.
14 Jul 2026
68: 3 Tips to Start A New Homeschool Year without Overwhelm
Three Tips to Start Your School Year Without the Overwhelm
The beginning of a new homeschool year often comes with excitement—and pressure. It's tempting to buy a brand-new curriculum, plan every subject at once, and expect the first day to look picture-perfect.
In this episode, Dr. Nina Graham shares three practical strategies to help you begin your homeschool year with confidence, consistency, and realistic expectations.
You'll learn:
Why you don't need to replace your curriculum every year.
How small, consistent progress builds lasting learning.
Why starting gradually can lead to a more successful school year than trying to do everything on day one.
Whether you're homeschooling for the very first time or returning after a long break, these simple tips will help you build momentum without the overwhelm.
Resources Mentioned:
Lesson Flow: Fresh Start – A step-by-step homeschool startup system that includes curriculum recommendations, printable schedules, resource links, and an audio tutorial to help you get your homeschool up and running quickly.
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