Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode of Homeschool Conversations, I chat with Leilani Melendez—homeschooling mom of four, experienced teacher, and creator of Living with Eve. Leilani shares her personal journey of transitioning from the classroom to homeschooling, and how her perspective on education has shifted over the years.
With warmth and honesty, Leilani talks about homeschooling her daughter with Down syndrome, what it means to slow down and meet each child where they are, and how to build a faith-filled foundation for learning. She offers practical insights on adapting academic lessons, balancing therapies and appointments, and inviting siblings to play an active role in the learning process.
Leilani also emphasizes the importance of community and humility in the homeschool journey:
“We’re not meant to be by ourselves doing things on our own.”
If you’re considering homeschooling a child with special needs (or simply want encouragement to stay the course) this conversation will equip and inspire you.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Shifting from an academic-only mindset to whole-person education
- Unique joys and challenges of homeschooling a child with Down syndrome
- Practical ways to adapt lessons while keeping a biblical focus
- Finding community and support in the homeschool journey
- Encouragement for when homeschooling feels hard
Find show notes and full transcript here: humilityanddoxology.com/homeschooling-down-syndrome/
Thank you to Podcast Season Sponsor Berean Builders. Click here for homeschool science your kids will love: bereanbuilders.com/ecomm/
While you’re here, would you take a minute to leave a rating and review in your podcast app? Send me a screenshot of your review and I’ll send you a $15 gift certificate to my shop! Just email me your review screenshot at Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com
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In this episode of Homeschool Conversations, I chat with Leilani Melendez—homeschooling mom of four, experienced teacher, and creator of Living with Eve. Leilani shares her personal journey of transitioning from the classroom to homeschooling, and how her perspective on education has shifted over the years.
With warmth and honesty, Leilani talks about homeschooling her daughter with Down syndrome, what it means to slow down and meet each child where they are, and how to build a faith-filled foundation for learning. She offers practical insights on adapting academic lessons, balancing therapies and appointments, and inviting siblings to play an active role in the learning process.
Leilani also emphasizes the importance of community and humility in the homeschool journey:
“We’re not meant to be by ourselves doing things on our own.”
If you’re considering homeschooling a child with special needs (or simply want encouragement to stay the course) this conversation will equip and inspire you.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Shifting from an academic-only mindset to whole-person education
- Unique joys and challenges of homeschooling a child with Down syndrome
- Practical ways to adapt lessons while keeping a biblical focus
- Finding community and support in the homeschool journey
- Encouragement for when homeschooling feels hard
Find show notes and full transcript here: humilityanddoxology.com/homeschooling-down-syndrome/
Thank you to Podcast Season Sponsor Berean Builders. Click here for homeschool science your kids will love: bereanbuilders.com/ecomm/
While you’re here, would you take a minute to leave a rating and review in your podcast app? Send me a screenshot of your review and I’ll send you a $15 gift certificate to my shop! Just email me your review screenshot at Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com
Join Made2Homeschool for exclusive content and community: HumilityandDoxology.com/M2H made2homeschool.com/a/2147529243/KNcPGL3t
Getting Started With Shakespeare Guide: humilityanddoxology.com/exploring-shakespeare-children/
FREE Homeschool Planner Calendar: humilityanddoxology.com/free-homeschool-planner-calendar/
FREE Homeschool Planning Guide: humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-planning-guide/
Year of Memory Work: humilityanddoxology.com/year-of-memory-work
Follow Humility and Doxology Online:
Blog humilityanddoxology.com/
Facebook facebook.com/HumilityAndDoxology
Instagram instagram.com/humilityanddoxology
YouTube: YouTube.com/humilityanddoxology
Amy's Favorites: humilityanddoxology.com/favorites
This podcast and description contains affiliate links.
