{"podcast":{"title":"The Home Education with Ease Podcast","slug":"the-home-education-with-ease-podcast-6755835","podcast_index_feed_id":6755835,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/homeeducationwithease/","website_url":"https://christinefurman.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/013ce605-d276-4f72-8481-64a16688a8dd/Podcast-Tiles.jpg","author":"Christine Furman","episode_count":135,"summary":"Let's redefine what it means to educate our kids at home, ditch the stress, embrace the joy of learning, and set your family up for a lifetime of success! Welcome to The Home Education with Ease Podcast, I’m your host, Christine Furman, a certified Elementary and Special Education teacher, homeschool mom, creator of the EduPlay Learning method and curriculum, Best-Selling Co-Author and founder of EduPlay® Learning and Momspiration412® Worldwide. It’s my mission to help you raise lifelong learners and embrace a holistic approach to education at home. I believe learning truly happens all the time. From the moment our children are born, we’re shaping their education through meaningful connections, real-world experiences, and a variety of learning methods. Each week I share practical strategies, hands-on learning activities, and resources to help you meet the unique needs of every learner in your family. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a business owner, or balancing work and homeschool, I would love to help you build a flexible, enriching education for your child and connect you with a community that values education just as much as you do. Subscribe for more resources on all thing…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-27T12:17:34.567430+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-home-education-with-ease-podcast-6755835"},"episode":{"title":"From Screens to Storytime: Raising Readers Through Real-Life Adventures with Katie Vieira Ep. 118","slug":"from-screens-to-storytime-raising-readers-through-real-life-adventures-with-katie-vieira-ep-118","published_at":"2026-03-30T06:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-home-education-with-ease-podcast-6755835/from-screens-to-storytime-raising-readers-through-real-life-adventures-with-katie-vieira-ep-118","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-home-education-with-ease-podcast-6755835","url":"https://christinefurman.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ec0cdeaa-a4c8-465b-bade-05554476c37a.mp3","summary":"As we wrap up our month focused on raising confident, independent readers, this special episode brings everything together in a powerful and practical way. Christine sits down with children’s author, homeschool mom, and former teacher Katie Vieira to explore how reading, real-life experiences, and intentional learning can transform the way our children engage with the world around them. In this conversation, they dive into the growing challenges of screen dependency, how it impacts learning and behavior, and why shifting back to books, outdoor play, and hands-on experiences is more important than ever. Katie shares the heart behind her book Into the Field: Tennessee Summer , a story inspired by her own children that weaves together literacy, life skills, nature exploration, and meaningful family connection. Through adventure and storytelling, children are encouraged to step away from screens and into real-world learning experiences. Christine and Katie also discuss the transition from classroom teaching to educating at home, the importance of making learning engaging, and how books can become powerful tools for teaching not just reading, but confidence, creativity, and critical thinking. This episode is a beautiful reminder that learning doesn’t have to be complicated — sometimes the most meaningful growth happens through a simple story, a walk outside, or a shared moment together. Join the Conversation: Head over to the Home Education with Ease Facebook Group and answer this week’s questions: Have you noticed screen time impacting your child’s focus, behavior, or learning? What are some ways your family balances screen time and real-life experiences? Share your answers with the community, ask questions, or DM Christine! 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