Secular Homeschool Revolution

Secular Science vs. Non-Secular Science.

January is one of the biggest months for families pulling their kids from school to homeschool and if that’s you, this episode is for you. In this episode of Secular Homeschool Revolution, I break down what secular science actually means, how it differs from non-secular or religious science, and why “neutral” science often isn’t neutral at all, particularly for BIPOC and progressive homeschool families. This episode offers a clear, non-shaming explanation of common homeschool science red flags like creationism, young-earth theory, gender essentialism, and moral framing disguised as biology, while also comparing homeschool science to what students experience in Texas public schools. Ashley shares examples of truly secular science curricula, explains how politics and culture shape what kids are taught, and encourages new mid-year homeschoolers who feel overwhelmed or unsure. This episode isn’t about doing homeschooling perfectly, it’s about choosing evidence-based science, raising critical thinkers, and giving kids honest tools to understand the world. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and reassurance that choosing secular science is an act of care, protection, and resistance.
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What My Kids Taught Me This Year: Embracing Autonomy Over Curriculum

In this episode of Secular Homeschool Revolution, I reflect on what my children taught me this year that no curriculum ever could. From honoring autonomy and responding to resistance, to building emotional literacy and modeling accountability, this conversation is about flipping the power dynamic in homeschooling.
I share what it’s been like watching my oldest step into her own identity at a microschool, listening when curriculum created tension instead of learning, and unlearning emotional patterns rooted in being unheard. This episode is for secular, progressive homeschool families who are committed to decolonized, relationship-centered learning and who believe children are whole people right now, not future adults in training.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to “do homeschooling right,” this episode is your reminder: trust, relationship, and listening matter more than any plan.

Secular Homeschooling During the Holidays: Reclaiming Winter, Rest, and Cultural Truth Beyond Christianity

December can feel heavy — especially for secular homeschool families navigating a Christian-centered holiday season.
In this episode of Secular Homeschool Revolution, Ashley
Resources Mentioned
Books
The Shortest Day — Susan Cooper
When the Shadbush Blooms — Carla Messinger (Abenaki)
We Are Water Protectors — Carole Lindstrom (Anishinaabe)
Fry Bread — Kevin Noble Maillard (Seminole)
Braiding Sweetgrass / Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults — Robin Wall Kimmerer
Rest Is Resistance — Dr. Tricia Hersey
An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States (Young People’s Edition) — Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
 

Why I chose to raise my kids without religion

Raising My Kids Without Religion
Okay y’all, in this episode I’m talking about why I’m raising my kids without religion, especially in this wild political climate where folks are trying to sneak Christianity back into schools like it’s a school supply.
We get into how most of us BIPOC didn’t “choose” our religion (we inherited it), how kids getting baptized  is not “their decision,” and why I’m raising critical thinkers instead of quiet, obedient little church members.
I also talk about my husband’s religious trauma, the whole “church hurt” gaslighting, the messy history of Christianity and colonization, the rise of Christian nationalism, the 10 Commandments being forced on kids, and yes… I even gave a shout-out to the problematic missionaries.
This episode is not anti-belief  it’s anti-fear, anti-shame, and pro-liberation.
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ABEKA and Turning Point USA Homeschool Curriculum

In this episode of Secular Homeschool Revolution, Ashley exposes the harmful truth behind ABEKA and Turning Point USA’s so-called “educational” materials and why BIPOC homeschoolers need to run in the opposite direction.
We unpack the myth of ABEKA’s “rigor,” the whitewashed and revisionist narratives embedded in both systems, and the identity-level harm these programs inflict on Black and Brown children.
Ashley also offers culturally affirming curriculum alternatives that center truth, identity, and liberation: Oh Freedom!, Blossom & Root, and Woke Kindergarten.
If you’re ready to decolonize your homeschool and protect your child’s brilliance, this episode is your roadmap.
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Thanksgiving

This week on Secular Homeschool Revolution, Ashley gets real about decolonizing Thanksgiving. We unpack why the traditional Pilgrim narrative is harmful, how kids can handle the truth in an age appropriate way, and why BIPOC gatherings are about community, chosen family, and togetherness, not celebrating colonizers.
Learn why “Indian headdress” crafts should be retired and discover better, culturally respectful alternatives for preschoolers, middle graders, and teens. Plus, get developmentally appropriate book recommendations and guidance for raising kids who understand power, colonization, and history with intention.
Resources Mentioned:
Preschool: We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga by Traci Sorell
Middle Grades: If You Lived During the Plimoth Thanksgiving by Chris Newell
Middle/High School: An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States for Young People by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, Jean Mendoza & Debbie Reese
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Stay revolutionary, raise truth-telling kids, and celebrate community ... not Pilgrims.

Platform Protest

Quick mini episode about listening to Secular Homeschool Revolution on other platforms. Also, be sure to check out new episodes on our website: www.secularhomeschoolrevolution.com

Celebrating Hispanic & Latin Heritage month

This Hispanic & Latin Heritage Month, we’re doing more than eating tacos...we’re teaching truth, survival, and resistance. Host Ashley dives into the history and complexity behind terms like Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx, exposes the contradictions in celebrated leaders like César Chávez, and centers immigrant voices often erased from U.S. history.This episode shows why celebration is resistance. Plus, practical tips and homeschool activities for teaching your kids about the real, messy, brilliant history and culture of Hispanic and Latinx communities.

Are Homeschoolers Dismantling Public Education?

In this episode, I’m pushing back on the naysayers who think secular homeschooling is “hurting” public schools. We’re unpacking the real story behind public education from whitewashed curricula and book bans to the ways BIPOC families have been erased from the system. I’m asking the hard questions: Why is it radical to build something better for our kids, but not radical when policymakers keep failing them? Tune in for truth-telling, unapologetic commentary, and take up space and stay revolutionary.

I Have Beef With Homeschoolers Wearing Uniforms

I’ve got beef with homeschoolers putting their kids in uniforms. Uniforms aren’t neutral...they’re conformity, culture erasure, and control. In this episode, I dig into their roots in the Industrial Revolution, their violent use in Indian boarding schools, and how they’re still disproportionately enforced on Black and Brown kids today. Homeschooling should be about liberation, not replication.