How Living Books Transform Homeschooling and Family Culture – Jennifer Pepito
"A living book shows your children what’s possible. It shows them what virtue looks like." ~ Jennifer Pepito
Are you searching for ways to ignite curiosity, character, and a love of learning in your homeschool? In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Cindy West sits down with Jennifer Pepito, veteran homeschooler and author of "Mothering by the Book." Together, they explore the profound impact of living books on homeschool families—even if you don’t embrace a Charlotte Mason approach.
Jennifer shares her personal journey of overcoming fear through reading with her children, the importance of virtue in education, and practical tips for integrating rich literature—whether you're new to living books or a seasoned enthusiast. Learn how living books can transform reluctant readers, spark deep family conversations, and even make daunting subjects like history come alive.
✨ Topics covered:
What are living books and why do they matter?
Overcoming homeschool fears with great stories
Making read-alouds a joyful daily habit (even with audiobooks)
Building family culture and virtue through shared reading
Recommended Resources:
Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, byJennifer Pepito
Guides to delight-led learning
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