Season 9 - Episode 7

As we're nearing Christmas we're reflecting on our Dickens study of A Christmas Carol. We're also doing a last push on 1000 hour outside (we're so close!), and we've got an early Christmas present in the form of a labradoodle puppy!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Christmas Carols and Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 9 - Episode 6

This time we're running at Parkrun and around Alton Towers, making progress on our 1000 hours outside (the end is in sight). We're also planting blueberry seeds, talking about our Korea study (and feast), discussing our favourite films from the recent Into Film festival and how we're looking forward to Advent!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 9 - Episode 5

In this episode we're searching for fungi in the garden, doing pumpkin activities, watching fireworks, talking about our Korea study and our recent boardgame tournament!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Subscription links are all at the side, alternatively you can listen directly below. Please listen in, enjoy, and if you have a moment to leave a nice review and rating of the show (wherever you listen) we would really appreciate it!

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Season 9 - Episode 4

In this episode Eden's talking about her first two GCSE courses she's starting, as well as her visit to a performing arts college. Miraballe's reading an extract from a favourite current book, we discuss forensics at a recent group, and we give an update on our new chickens!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 9 - Episode 3

In this bumper episode we're filling you in on all the excitement of September, which whizzed by with overseas guests, new chickens, a bumper harvest and all the fun of many groups (re)starting. Hope you enjoy it!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 9 - Episode 2

This episode Mirabelle's reading some classic poems, Eden's talking about hoosing her first GSCE, we're all talking about what we're looking forward to this month as well as sharing highlights from recent trips to Moseley Old Hall, Warwick Castle and an RSPB bird hide!

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 9 - Episode 1

We're back! As we start our 9th year of Home Education, we're sharing how we were inspired by the Women's Euros and the Commonwealth Games, what we did on a recent trip to London, and some of the books and topics we're studying at the moment.  

On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Subscription links are all at the side, alternatively you can listen directly below. Please listen in, enjoy, and if you have a moment to leave a nice review and rating of the show (wherever you listen) we would really appreciate it!

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Season 8 - Episode 19

We've had a fab time in Cornwall and share all about it in this episode, as well as how we did during "30 Days Wild" in June, our progress on 1000 hours outside, and how we're enjoying Beat The Street in July.

June's Hymn of the Month is 'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 8 - Episode 18

As we're enjoying our summer break we've spent some time in the last few weeks down on the south coast as well as up in Liverpool, Southport and Blackpool. We also got to see some live athletics before the Commonwealth Games, and have been enjoying the Queen's Jubilee!

June's Hymn of the Month is 'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

You can follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

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Season 8 - Episode 17

We've reached the end of another academic year (our eighth!). We're marking the moment with our annual 'Celebration Friday', a fun time at Spring Harvest and Alton Towers, and sharing some highlights from the books we've read and activities we've done this year.

May's Hymn of the Month is Now Thank We All Our God. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 8 - Episode 16

In this episode we're taking part in an African drumming workshop, foraging for wild garlic, reflecting on stage performances, trying an experiment with iron in breakfast cereal, and discussing the books we're reading at the moment.

April's Hymn of the Month is Am I a Soldier of the Cross. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 8 - Episode 15

This time Eden's making her radio debut on Black Country Radio and doing dress rehearsals for her big show. Plus we get the opportunity to visit Drakelow Tunnels, a former nuclear bunker. We've also been busy getting growing areas ready for planing in the garden.

April's Hymn of the Month is Am I a Soldier of the Cross. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

You can follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Subscription links are all at the side, alternatively you can listen directly below. Please listen in, enjoy, and if you have a moment to leave a nice review and rating of the show (wherever you listen) we would really appreciate it!

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Season 8 - Episode 14

We've been recording while we've been out and about for a few days, visiting the British Museum, Madam Tussauds, the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Blenheim Palace, Bear Grylls Adventure, and staying at the Legoland hotel. Plus we've made a bug hotel in the garden.

March's Hymn of the Month is At Calvary. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 8 - Episode 13

This time we're sharing how we're getting on with our RHS School Gardening Awards, going for a windy walk in the woods, getting excited about chemical reactions and reviewing the coding activity book we were gifted. Eden's also sharing about her backstage trip to the Wolverhampton Grand theatre, and our family trip to the National Memorial Arboretum.

February's Hymn of the Month is Leaning on the Everlasting Arms. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

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Season 8 - Episode 12

This time we're doing the big garden birdwatch, trying new food for Chinese new year, learning about the periodic table and doing garden planning for the year ahead.

February's Hymn of the Month is Leaning on the Everlasting Arms. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

We often talk about how much we use our Yoto players - if you want £10 off then follow this link (to be transparent, we do get a voucher if you buy through the link).

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Season 8 - Episode 11

We're finally clear of Omicron, so in this episode we're talking about trips to the Barber Institute, Lapworth Museum and Coventry Cathedral. Belle's also talking about the badge she's earning, we're identifying trees in the garden, and finishing our topic on anatomy.

January's Hymn of the Month is O God Our Help in Ages Past. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

We often talk about how much we use our Yoto players - if you want £10 off then follow this link (to be transparent, we do get a voucher if you buy through the link).

You can follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Subscription links are all at the side, alternatively you can listen directly below. Please listen in, enjoy, and if you have a moment to leave a nice review and rating of the show (wherever you listen) we would really appreciate it!

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Season 8 - Episode 10

Happy New Year! We're reflecting on the festive period, coping with Covid cases, talking about what we're looking forward to in 2022, searching for WW2 structures, and making a good start in clocking up hours outside.

January's Hymn of the Month is O God Our Help in Ages Past. On Luke's YouTube channel here are various Ambleside Hymns of the month (and while you're there why not subscribe?).

We often talk about how much we use our Yoto players - if you want £10 off then follow this link (to be transparent, we do get a voucher if you buy through the link).

You can follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Subscription links are all at the side, alternatively you can listen directly below. Please listen in, enjoy, and if you have a moment to leave a nice review and rating of the show (wherever you listen) we would really appreciate it!

We love to hear from you - you can email us at homeedmatters@gmail.com or message/comment below or on any of our platforms.