187 // How to Cultivate A Young Author: Empowering Creative Writing in a Charlotte Mason Homeschool with Bonnie Schaefer

Have you ever wondered how you can inspire your children to explore the magical world of writing and storytelling? Do you dream of nurturing their creativity and helping them build effective writing habits for a lifetime of expression? In this episode, we have a special guest, Bonnie Jean Schafer, an author and Christian writing coach, who will share invaluable advice on how parents and teachers can help kids write books and pursue their passion for writing. As we dive into the conversation, you'll discover practical tips to create a safe and encouraging space for your young authors to thrive. Nurturing creativity aligns perfectly with the principles of Charlotte Mason, as it cherishes the individuality and imagination of each child. Bonnie will reveal the power of consistent writing practices and how they lay the foundation for effective habit-building and creative expression. Additionally, we'll discuss the importance of understanding your child's feelings and encouraging them to set challenging writing goals. As parents, we play a crucial role in stimulating our children's story ideas through thought-provoking questions and providing them with the resources they need to explore this wonderful craft. Whether your child is looking to pursue writing as a hobby or potentially monetize it in the future, you'll find guidance on supporting their dreams and passions. We'll also touch upon Bonnie's incredible membership program, which offers a supportive community of like-minded young writers, along with coaching and valuable feedback to take their writing journey to new heights. So, join us in this exciting episode, where we'll embark on an adventure of nurturing creativity, encouraging aspirations, and igniting the spark of storytelling within our young authors. Together, let's inspire them to chase their dreams and embrace the joy of writing. XOXO, Katie Find Bonnie: www.authordkdrake.com Free GIFT! herhomeandheart.net/free Community! https://urlgeni.us/facebook/HHAHGroup FEEL GOOD AGAIN! (My favorite Hack!) familysuccess.lifevantage.com Meet Katie: https://herhomeandheart.net/coaching COUPONS, HACKS, and FUN THINGS : https://linktr.ee/FamilySuccess Want Your Question Considered For The Podcast? Leave me a message! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieK

Om Podcasten

Simplifying Routines for Overwhelmed Christian Homeschool Moms Seeking Peace and Joy ★ TOP 1% Parenting + Family Life Podcast ★ Do you ever feel like your days are a whirlwind of lesson plans, laundry, and "Mom, can you help me?" moments? You're juggling homeschooling, faith, and the everyday chaos of motherhood — and sometimes, it can feel overwhelming, especially when life doesn’t look as “perfect” as you imagined. But what if you could simplify your routines, reduce the chaos, and build a joyful, faith-filled home that nurtures your family's heart? This podcast is for you, mama! I'm Katie Keene — Christian homeschool mom of 5, lover of simple systems, and passionate about helping moms create peaceful homes rooted in faith. Each week, I’ll share practical tips, Biblical encouragement, and real-life rhythms to help you thrive — not just survive — as you balance homeschooling, homemaking, and heart work. We embrace a love-of-learning lifestyle inspired by heart-centered homeschooling methods like Charlotte Mason, Unschooling, Classical, Special Needs homeschooling, and peaceful eclectic approaches — always adapted to fit your unique family and season. If you're ready to ditch overwhelm, embrace grace, and build a homeschool and home life you love (without losing your joy), you're in the right place. 🎙️ Press play, grab your tea, and let’s create simpler, happier days together. — Love this podcast and want to help other mamas find it? Leave a review on your favorite podcast app and share the love! 💛 ✨ Connect with Katie: hello@herhomeandheart.com ✨ All the INSIDER goodies for you: https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeart