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Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families | ADHD Support, Homeschooling Autism, Homeschool Help, Special Needs

Jenny Prior | Homeschool Mom, Education Specialist M.A. 17 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

A podcast for parents homeschooling children with ADHD, autism, or other learning differences. Host Jenny Prior, a homeschool mom and former special education teacher, shares practical systems and strategies to create a positive homeschool environment. The show aims to reduce overwhelm and build confidence in parents navigating special needs homeschooling.

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28 Homeschooling Hacks: 6 of the Best Strategies to Support Struggling Learners Oct 14, 2026 864 How do you teach a struggling learner or child with ADHD or autism? What do you do to help things “stick”? What teaching strategies actually work? In this short episode I’m sharing my 6 of my favorite teaching strategies from my professional background. I use these strategies every day in our homeschool! Things like: how to present a new skill, how to present information differently, visual stra

27 Do You Need a Teaching Degree to Teach Homeschool? 5 Homeschooling Myths Debunked Oct 7, 2026 833 Feeling unsure if you’re qualified to homeschool? What if I’m not good at math? Is a college degree a prerequisite? In this episode, I explain why 5 common myths are not true. This episode will encourage and empower you if you are thinking about homeschooling or if you are starting to wonder if you’re cut out for it. The 5 common myths: Myth #1 You must know all the facts Myth #2 If you aren’t

26 How Unit Studies & Interest-led Learning Help Kids Find Identity & Purpose: A Chat with Camila Johnson Sep 30, 2026 1360 Is your child burned out from “doing school”? What if following their interests could help bring the joy back to learning? In this episode, I’m talking with Camila Johnson about unit studies, interest-led learning, and raising lifelong learners. Camila shares about challenges she faced raising her sons with ADHD and then becoming a homeschool mom later in life and creating an herbalism unit st

25 Anxious About Homeschooling? Gameschooling & High School: A Chat with Carrie De Francisco Sep 23, 2026 1960 Textbooks and traditional approaches don’t seem to work for your child, but how do you pivot to more out of the box learning methods? How can you incorporate gameschooling or unit study without getting overwhelmed? And what about high school?? In this episode, Carrie De Francisco and I talk about the different out of the box learning methods she has used in her homeschool journey with her (now g

24 Overwhelmed By Your Child's Needs? 5 Steps To Narrow Down To One Big Goal Sep 16, 2026 1191 Feeling overwhelmed by everything you have to do as a homeschool mom? Not sure how to work on all your neurodivergent child’s needs? What if you could narrow down to just one big goal? In this episode, I walk through 5 steps to narrow down your list of goals for your kid(s) to pick one big goal that is important to you and your child. Define the goal (understand that a goal is a bundle of mult

23 Stop This Toxic Habit That Impacts Your Mental Health, Homeschool, & Your Relationships Sep 9, 2026 1428 The homeschool day DID NOT go as planned, what do you do? Why reframing the day benefits your homeschool environment, your mental health, and your relationships… …and why venting about everything that went wrong could be more harmful than helpful. In this episode, we are talking about how to focus on small wins in your homeschool and establishing better thought patterns. I’ll explain why this is

22 Why Is Math So Hard for My Child? What Parents Need to Know. A Conversation with Kate Snow Sep 2, 2026 1809 Is Math time a struggle in your homeschool? Are you wondering how much math is enough? Or trying to overcome math anxiety or boredom? This conversation is one you have to hear! Kate Snow, author of the Math with Confidence curriculum series, speaker, and math mentor, shares about why students often struggle with math, how to build foundations, strategies to take the pressure off, and gives pare

21 Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kids: What If You Don’t Need to Do More? An Interview with Jennifer Pepito Aug 26, 2026 1883 What if your child doesn’t need you to do more—but to approach homeschooling differently? Is peaceful homeschooling possible when dysregulation, meltdowns, and challenging behaviors are a regular part of family life? In this episode, I got to connect with Jennifer Pepito who is an incredible author, speaker, and curriculum creator with 29 years of homeschooling experience. She also has a child

20 How to Plan Homeschool Reading and Find Books for Resistant and Struggling Readers Aug 19, 2026 1294 What do you do when your child is struggling with reading? Navigating reading challenges, dyslexia, or ADHD How do you find good books that fit your child’s interests? How do you turn your family read aloud into a time of connection rather than a battle? In this episode, we discuss strategies to take the pressure off frustrated readers, ideas to support reluctant readers, how to find good books

19 Starting the Homeschool Year Without the Chaos: 6 Things Your Family Needs More Than Curriculum Aug 12, 2026 1516 Why does getting back to homeschool feel so exhausting? Are you trying to start your homeschool year too fast? Put the curriculum catalogs away and pause the research. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 lessons I’ve learned from getting started with homeschooling. And let’s be honest, every back to school season we are all beginners because our kids and our families change so much year to year. R

18 Are You a Safe Place for Your Child with ADHD? A Conversation with Marni Love Aug 5, 2026 1566 Is every day a battle? Do you feel like you are constantly at odds with your ADHD child? Looking for a better way to address behavior in your home and homeschool? In this episode, you’ll hear from parenting coach, Marni Love who helps parents work through issues and create a connection first parenting approach. We talk about how to connect when you’re exhausted, her homeschool journey with a neu

17 How to Plan Your Homeschool Year: 6 Steps for a Calm and Successful Year Jul 29, 2026 1563 Does homeschool planning stress you out? Or are you getting ready to begin homeschool but not sure where to start? What’s most important to do when you’re planning? Is it curriculum? Is it a co-op? Planning your homeschool year doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’ll share some of my first year mistakes that taught me how to plan more intentionally. You'll learn how to build a h

16 5 Things Homeschooling Gives Children with ADHD That Traditional Schools Often Can't Jul 22, 2026 1248 Have you ever wondered if your child is struggling because of ADHD—or because they're trying to learn in an environment that wasn't designed with neurodivergent brains in mind? In this episode, I'm sharing five reasons why homeschooling can be such a powerful option for children with ADHD. This isn't about saying traditional schools are "bad." There are incredible teachers doing amazing work eve

15 5 Homeschool Routine Shifts That Actually Support Kids with ADHD and Special Needs Jul 15, 2026 1113 Tired of how long things take in your homeschool? Getting met with meltdowns or shutdowns? Are you ready to try a different approach? In today’s episode I discuss 5 strategies for breaking things up and slowing down in your homeschool to support your child’s learning style and nervous system. Give yourself permission to slow down for a calmer, happier homeschool environment. Related Resources

14 When Behavior Is Really a Regulation Challenge: A Conversation with OT Alison Foura Jul 8, 2026 1841 Why do some behavior strategies seem to work for one child but completely fail with another? What does "regulation" actually mean, and why does it matter so much for learning and behavior? How can you tell if a challenging behavior is really a sign that your child is dysregulated? In this episode, occupational therapist Alison Foura joins me from the Sensory Solutions for Parents podcast to expl

13 Running on Empty? 4 Questions to Help You Refill Your Cup This Summer Jul 1, 2026 907 Feeling worn out and run down? Are you questioning everything and wondering if you made the right choice to homeschool? Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection and loneliness in your homeschool journey? If you've been feeling exhausted, disconnected, or overwhelmed, these four simple questions can help you process what's weighing you down, reconnect with joy, build supportive relations

12 How Much Structure Does Summer Actually Need? (For ADHD Families) Jun 24, 2026 1202 Summertime is here… how much do you plan? Do you throw out all the schedules or do you keep some structure? How do you create rhythms that both you and your kids will be happy with? In this episode I have 5 parts to creating a summer rhythm that works for you and your neurodivergent child. I'll discuss layers of support from routines, rhythms, weekly anchors, boredom busters, and more. Con

11 Leaving Public School to Support ADHD and Dyslexia: A Chat with Billie Jo Cochran Jun 17, 2026 1686 When is it time to make the switch from public school to homeschool? Can homeschooling help kids with ADHD grow in independence and accountability? And how do you balance homeschooling while working from home? In today's episode, Billie-Jo Cochran from The Working Homeschool Mom podcast shares her family's journey from public school to homeschooling. She wasn't planning to homeschool, but a seri

10 The Biggest Homeschool Curriculum Mistake—4 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Jun 10, 2026 1284 Are you overwhelmed by curriculum options and afraid of making the wrong choice? Have you ever purchased a homeschool curriculum because everyone else seemed to love it, only to realize it wasn't the right fit for your family? Have you spent money on curriculum only to regret the purchase a few weeks or months later? If so, you're in good company! In this episode, I'm sharing some of the curricu

09 ADHD Kids Need More Than Accommodations: How to Teach Self-Regulation and Boundaries Jun 3, 2026 1071 At some point, parenting neurodivergent kids stops being only about managing the environment around them… and starts becoming about helping them understand themselves. So how do we help kids with ADHD, autism, or other learning challenges grow in self-awareness, accountability, and emotional regulation without constant conflict or shame? In Part 2 of this podcast series, we discuss self-awarenes

08 Are You Expecting Too Much From Your ADHD Child… or Not Enough? May 27, 2026 847 Feel like you’re walking on eggshells? Like there’s a constant sense of friction in your house as you homeschool your neurodivergent child? And whether you apply more pressure or ease up, nothing helps? Today we are going to be talking about finding that “just right friction” in your homeschool that helps our kids to grow and thrive with support. We’ll talk about what are appropriate expectati

07 How to Finish Your Homeschool Year Well Without Stress, Burnout, or Curriculum Guilt May 20, 2026 1404 Does your homeschool year end with: unfinished workbooks random piles of papers kids already in “summer mode” and you wondering… “Wait, are we done?” In this episode, I’m sharing the simple end-of-year rhythm that helps our family stop drifting into summer and actually close the homeschool year with purpose, celebration, and reflection. Here’s the free End of Year Reflection Pages: One-Page Refl

06 Stop Repeating Yourself: Visual Schedules for Neurodivergent Kids That Build Calm and Independence May 13, 2026 1172 Tired of repeating yourself all day and still feeling like no one knows what’s next? Kids struggling with transitions or staying engaged? Do you want to see your kids grow in independence in your homeschool as well as in everyday life? In this episode, we’re talking about how visual schedules can bring clarity, reduce overwhelm, and help your neurodivergent kids build real independence. This sim

05 What If ‘Bad Behavior’ Isn’t the Problem? A Better Way to Understand Challenging Behavior in Homeschool May 6, 2026 976 Have you ever felt like you’re constantly putting out fires in your homeschool day? Why do some behavior struggles seem to explode out of nowhere? What are you missing when your child shuts down, melts down, or refuses? In this episode, we walk through four key areas to “investigate” so you can better understand what’s driving your child’s reactions and respond in a way that actually helps. From

04 When One Child Needs More Support: ADHD, Sibling Conflict, and Finding Balance in Your Homeschool Apr 29, 2026 1057 Do you have multiple kids in your homeschool? Is it a challenge to balance all their needs while maintaining your sanity? How do you support a child with ADHD, autism, or other learning challenge without neglecting their siblings? If you’ve ever felt torn trying to meet the needs of multiple kids in your homeschool, this episode will help you breathe easier. We’ll talk about realistic expectati

03 You’re Already Doing it: 8 Ways to Teach your Neurodivergent Child Without a Homeschool Curriculum Apr 22, 2026 786 Do you ever feel like your child’s schoolwork lacks real world value? Are you overwhelmed trying to teach your child repetitive lessons that they avoid? Or maybe you need some guidance on de-schooling but still want to learn together? Every day you are already doing things that are invaluable skills to teach your kids. Today I’m going to talk about 8 areas that can be learning invitations withou

02 Can’t Get Your Child to Focus? 10 Strategies to Support Kids with ADHD Apr 22, 2026 846 Is getting your child to focus becoming a consistent issue? Struggling to get your child to get through a math or writing lesson? Tired of homeschool days that drag on and on? Today, I’ve put together 10 strategies specifically designed for neurodivergent minds. Most of these are really simple and won’t take any extra work and will definitely bring more calm into your home. Here’s the free gui

01 How to Start Homeschooling your Neurodivergent Child Apr 22, 2026 1319 Considering homeschooling your child with ADHD, but overwhelmed by what that would mean? Are your online searches leaving you feeling less clear about what to do and how to move forward? Today, I’m going to simplify the process for getting started into 5 basic steps! Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan Related Episodes: Episod

00:Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families Mar 26, 2026 65 Learn about the Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families. It will offer help with homeschool rhythms and systems that support neurodivergent learners, strategies for managing multiple learners, encouragement for your homeschool journey, and stories from other parents.

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