Homeschool and Family Resources
Homeschool & Family Resources Resources to encourage and equip your family every step of the way. Prayers for My Children FREE printable prayer guide to
Looking for Homeschool Resources you can trust? Here are the our Teach Them Diligently Resouces you need for all your homeschooling needs.
Join Our Homeschool Community
Homeschool with Confidence
Ebooks, Printables, and more
Over 1000 Homeschool Blogs
Homeschool & Family Resources Resources to encourage and equip your family every step of the way. Prayers for My Children FREE printable prayer guide to
Teach Them Diligently 365 Membership Join the largest perpetual online homeschool convention and community in the world! What is TTD365? Teach Them Diligently 365 is
Should I Homeschool? Bundle 3 Audio Sessions to Help You Make Your Decision Get this 3-audio session bundle! Should I homeschool my children? It’s a
Homeschool Styles of Teaching There are a great variety of homeschool styles of teaching that parents can incorporate into their homeschooling,from Classical to Charlotte Mason
Start Young: A Financial Roadmap ECCU is trusted credit union that has been serving the christian community for more than 50 years. The resources they
The Perfect Homeschool Bundle A 6-Audio Session Get this 6-audio session bundle! New and Veteran homeschoolers alike will appreciate the practical tips, in-depth knowledge, and
Lessons for Homeschooling Parents from the Feeding of the 5,000 Embrace the important life lessons taught in Matthew’s account of the feeding of the 5,000
Equipped: Raising Godly Digital Natives Equipped is short enough to read while waiting for your son’s orthodontist visit to finish, but full of our best
How to Homeschool with Confidence: Online Course Confidence in Homeschooling Comes from a Sure Foundation Rachael Carman and Leslie Nunnery share a passion for helping
Teach Them Diligently Discipleship Book Teach Them Diligently: Raising Children of Promise by Leslie Nunnery As parents, we’ve been given a powerful promise with clear
Homeschool Curriculums Choosing a curriculum – one of the most fun, yet most difficult parts of homeschooling! If you have any questions about homeschool curriculums,
Homeschool Courses & Books Continue Your Learning so You’re Equipped to Teach Them! How to Homeschool with Confidence Having the right homeschool curriculum isn’t enough
Character Building Help your child build Christ-centered character through homeschooling! What Is Character? Having character means that you can be trusted to be honest, responsible,
Evangelism, Culture, & Missions Your guide to helping your family share the Gospel and stand up for God’s truth in today’s world! Teaching Your Kids
Finding Your Calling Your guide to embracing your calling as a homeschool parent and helping your child find his or her own calling! The Calling
Financial Stewardship Your guide to managing your money and teaching your children to manage their money in a way that honors God! Teaching Your Kids
Time Management Skills Your guide to managing your time as a homeschool family! Time Management for Homeschool Parents Are you a homeschool parent? Save time
Join Today! Membership Features Small Groups Grow together and make great friendships by connecting within our small groups, discussion groups, Mom’s Night Hangouts, Retreats, and
EntrepreneurshiP How does business and entrepreneurship fit with the Christian family? Well, we at Teach Them Diligently believe God has given Christians business as a
Special Needs Your guide to helping your special needs child thrive in a homeschool environment! Homeschooling Special Needs Children It is not necessary to have
Christian Marriage Your marriage is your most important human relationship– and approaching it biblically will strengthen your family in incredible ways. The Lord will refine
Prayer A guide to prayer for homeschool parents and their children. Prayer for Your Children Several years ago, God burdened my heart that I was
Family Relationships Your guide to healthy and Christ-centered relationships within your family! Family Relationships At Teach Them Diligently we believe that having strong family relationships
For Homeschool Dads Your guide to being a loving and caring husband and homeschool father! Homeschool Dads & Marriage When parents choose to homeschool their children,
For Homeschool Moms Learn to thrive as a wife and homeschool mom. Encouragement for Homeschool Moms Networking with other homeschool moms is a way to
IT’S TIME TO HAVE THAT BREAKTHROUGH YEAR! HOMESCHOOLING TEENS This free audio session is for you! Dr. Debra Bell is the best selling author of
Health Curriculums Your guide to the best approaches to teaching health as a homeschool parent! Teaching Health as a Homeschool Parent Teaching our children health
Homeschool Science Curriculums Your guide to the best homeschool science curriculums and learning ideas. Top 5 Homeschool Science Curriculums – Voted by YOU! If you
Encouragement Be blessed and encouraged as you walk with the Lord and homeschool your children! Encouragement for Homeschooling The cat got out, you are out
Discipleship Your guide to helping raise your children in Christ as a homeschool parent. Discipling Your Kids How do we disciple our kids and lead
Family Relationships Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Disciplining Your Children These to
Parenting Your guide to raising your children in Christ, disciplining them in love, and navigating your role as both parent and teacher. Christian Parenting Discipline
Abeka Guide Your guide to one of the most well-known homeschool curriculums! Homeschooling with Abeka You do not have to have a degree in education
Screen Time & Internet Safety Children and teens have nearly infinite access to technology today. Learn how you can help your family be good stewards
Homeschool Reading & Language Arts Curriculums Your guide to the best homeschool curriculums & resources for literature and language arts. Top 5 Homeschool Language Arts
Homeschool Writing Curriculums Your guide to the best homeschool writing curriculums and learning ideas. Top 5 Homeschool Writing Curriculums – Voted by YOU! Our Homeschool
Homeschool Math Curriculums Your guide to the best homeschool math curriculums and learning ideas. Top 5 Homeschool Math Curriculums – Voted by YOU! Searching for
Online Homeschooling With the increasing availability of online homeschool academies, it can be hard to decide whether traditional or online homeschooling is better for your
College Preparation Your guide to helping your son or daughter transition from homeschooling to college. Choosing a College: Where to Begin Choosing a college for
Homeschooling for High School Your guide to the best curriculums and activities for your high school son or daughter. High School Homeschool Curriculums If you
Homeschooling for Middle School Your guide to the best curriculums and activities for your middle school son or daughter. The Best Middle School Homeschool Curriculums
Homeschooling for Elementary Your guide to choosing the right curriculum and approach to teach your elementary school child! Top 5 Elementary School Curriculums – Voted
Homeschooling for Preschool Your guide to the best curriculums and learning activities for preschoolers! What Does Homeschooling Look Like in Preschool? Creating a homeschool environment
Strong Homeschool Leaders Grow Vibrant Homeschool Groups & Confident Homeschoolers DO YOU… Organize a field trip group for other homeschoolers? Serve as the main contact for homeschoolers at your
Our Prayer for Our Marriage FREE printable Prayer Guide to help you pray scripture for your marriage and grow together as a couple. It’s Not
The 2020 Homeschool Family Favorites Guide is available now! Act now to receive the new guide! Find out what curriculum and resources other Homeschoolers are
Financial Wisdom Is your child prepared for financial success? Many young people today struggle with credit card debt and other financial issues due to their
Homeschooling High School Teach Them Diligently is excited to offer a brand new Homeschool Launch Counselor service in order to provide the best and most
RETHINK EDUCATION TURNING SCARY QUESTIONS ABOUT HOME EDUCATION INTO EXCITING POSSIBILITIES Leslie Nunnery is the mom-part of the team that started Teach Them Diligently (along with her husband
Are You Using Your Time The Way God Wants? LET’S FACE IT, WE COULD ALL BE A LITTLE MORE PRODUCTIVE AND BETTER STEWARDS OF THE
Prayers for my children FREE printable Prayer Guide for you and your children Before our children were even conceived, David and I had lofty goals
Your Most Organized HOMESCHOOL YEAR EVER Are you ready to influence lasting transformation in your child? Discover these organizational strategies that will help you make
HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT HOMESCHOOL FOR YOUR FAMILY How do you create the perfect homeschool for your family? Before you fill in the boxes
Homeschool to College AUDIO BUNDLE Get this 6-audio session bundle for 90% off! Launch your homeschool to the next level and prepare your child for
Your PerfectHomeSchool ScheduleYou know you need a schedule, but no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to work! THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR YOU! Our
Homeschooling Organization Methods Why do we get discouraged on our homeschool journey?Uncover the reasons why and listen as Jeannie gives practical tips and organizational ideas
HOW TO HAVE THE PERFECT HOMESCHOOL WHILE TEACHING CHILDREN ON DIFFERENT LEVELS ( Download our Teaching Multi-Level Homeschooling MP3 below! ) As an experienced homeschool
THE 7 E’S FOR CHOOSING Curriculum Curriculum junkie, Jeannie Fulbright, bought EVERYTHING that sounded good. From A Beka, to Hillyer, to e-books—she has tried every
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY HOMESCHOOLING Welcome to the digital age! The internet is changing everything and you have to be ready to harness the educational advantage of
Formulating and Teaching a BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW to your 6-14 year old Protect your children from the false teachings and worldly values they will encounter during
Get Instant Access to this National Homeschool Survey Infographic Over the last 6 months, Teach Them Diligently has been performing surveys of the families that
FREE DOWNLOAD The 14-Day Devotional for Homeschool Moms Focusing on the foundation of your homeschool provides a powerful anchor to direct your day and your
Homeschool Guidance Counselor Teach Them Diligently is proud to offer an innovative Homeschool Guidance Counselor program in order to provide the best and most reliable information
Getting Started Are you new to homeschooling or still deciding if it’s right for your family? Download your free Getting Started Homeschooling Guide for helpful
My almost 5 year old daughter told me the other day that she didn’t like our mailman any more. How come? I asked, confused. Because,
As a homeschool mothers, wives, and believers in Christ we have many aspirations. We want to love the Lord with all our heart and be
In February, it’s easy to get a little discouraged due to the cold, gray weather, being stuck inside most days, no end of the school
There’s so much to learn from the past—and even more to explore in the world. Why not make your history and geography studies a culinary
Throughout my entire life I have been reminded and have strongly believed that God’s plans were better than our plans– higher, greater, more spectacular. Well,
Celebrating President Day is a great way to inspire our little ones with the lives of godly heroes. It teaches our children how great leaders
“And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and
Last week, I realized just how much I have grown to love my new online planner. I have NEVER been one to use any online
https://vimeo.com/349395192 Homeschooling is a great thing. It provides the finest quality, tailored education your children can have, and it gives you the opportunity to build
Just like many of you, I get really reflective this time of year. For many families, including ours, this year has been a difficult year
It’s no wonder why so many parents come into the convention exhibit hall with the “deer in the headlights” look. Choosing a homeschool curriculum is overwhelming.
Teaching my children the Scriptures As I studied and prayed about this first point in the prayer guide for our children, which comes from 2 Timothy 3:14-16,
A lot of people are surprised to learn that Jesus devoted 15 percent of his recorded words to the subject of money, and that the
Leslie is joined by Jen Schmidt of Balancing Beauty and Bedlam. They talk about hospitable homeschooling, which in a time where gathering in groups is
Hi! This is Betsy, from BJ’s Homeschoool. Today I’d like to share part 2 in my series on Growing a Leader. My husband and I
This year has been one where many days I look myself in the mirror and ask, “am I going crazy?” You are not going crazy.
Thanksgiving is a time to stop and give thanks to God for our many, many blessings. Of course, Thanksgiving isn’t the only time we should
Martin Luther said, “If you want to change the world, pick up your pen!” Harriet Beecher Stowe proved this with her compelling novel in the
January can be one of the hardest months to get through schooling. By now the hoopla of the holidays are over and we are staring
I am the 2 inch tall mom in the support group of giants. I am the mom that tries so hard to help my child
I have a confession to make: I was really scared when I went to TTD Nashville in May. It was the first time that I’d
Today, Leslie is joined by Hannah Bolvi of Operation Christmas Child to discuss the many discipleship resources available for your family as well as are
Angela Burtis is a wife, mother, grandma, and blogger living in Speculator, New York. She has a burden to see young people grow in their
When should you start preparing your children for the transition from homeschool to college? What classes should they take? How do they apply for scholarships?
Many parents wonder if homeschooling a preschooler can be done. Yes it can! Preschoolers are hands on and visual, so you can include printables which
We are truly excited to see your family at Teach Them Diligently 2020, and we wanted to take a few minutes to help you prepare
Taming the Homeschool Mom Failure Syndrome by guest blogger Betty Eisenhour Your seven year old can’t read. Your fourteen year old hates homeschooling. Your mom
Join us as we talk about how home education can help you and your students think through today’s cultural hot topics and enter into any
About 80 percent of homeschool parents don’t know a common way kids hide what they do in Internet browsers like Chrome and Internet Explorer.
What are my options to homeschool online? Years ago I would have blinked and given you a blank stare with the only options being the
“Time to hit the road”, says dad. “Daddy, hitting isn’t nice”, says 4 year old boy. Have you ever had these exchanges in your home?
We were about to finish our first year of homeschooling, and I felt like our inaugural year had gone pretty well. I definitely knew my
Homeschool Population is Growing Homeschooling is exploding across America. The families that are just starting are from every region and state in the US, and
In an age of relativism, how can we teach our kids to know and articulate the Truth? In an age of shifting morals, how can
Why do you homeschool?” I love to ask that question, because it offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those I talk to. Each
By Gale Farrier, South Carolina Home Educators Association Don’t forget our past In the mid 1980‘s home schooling was not a legal option for educating
For many homeschooling parents and students, writing is a difficult and dreaded subject. “If you and your child are reluctant writers, there are ways to
Over the last several months, we have been talking about our brand new, totally free Homeschool Financial Counselor. In addition to a free Roadmap to
Spelling. Many say this is one of their weakest subjects in homeschooling. But spelling instruction is actually VERY important to literacy development. Asking kids to
Before our children were even conceived, David and I had lofty goals for them. We have always prayed that God would use each one of
To build kids’ money-handling habits — better Start Young. Every parent who has passed the toddler-wrangling stage knows that kids learn by watching, and then
I first noticed it last December. How I had missed it for forty-something years, I have no idea, but I did. Last December was different,
Don’t you love how as home educators, we’re always learning or being reminded of cool things? And isn’t it amazing how as Christian home educators,
Little hearts can be easily hurt. Maybe your little one had a bad day at church, or a tough day with school, or a bad
The big secret to success in most things in life is to focus on your calling rather than on any catalyst God uses to get
Camouflage – the use of any combination of materials, coloration or illumination for concealment, either by making animals or objects hard to see (crypsis), or
No matter what your goals are, you need to line them up with Scripture, the Truth of God. This includes lining up your academics &
Two of the numerous things that I love about homeschooling is we get to practice what we teach and we get to live by example
In a world where there are countless voices telling us what to do and what to be, Durenda Wilson has a hopeful message that I
Life is a consistent roller coaster ride. We wait fo years in line. Impatiently waiting for our turn to climb into our seat and buckle up. Finally
Many parents wonder if they should pursue testing and a diagnoses because of a child’s learning struggles or sensory issues. One “pro” for labeling
Chuck Black, Perfect Praise Publishing Jesus said that we should love God with all of our heart, soul, and mind. How do we infuse such
It is likely that every single day your children are exposed to media through the internet—playing games, researching for a paper or project, watching
Introducing Change The World Program! This year, we are partnering with several amazing service and difference-making organizations in an effort to help encourage and equip
Common Core is getting a lot of attention these days. David and I get asked about it quite a bit, and honestly it’s so far
A mother knows when something is not quite right. My daughter, Mercy, was eleven, bright, in the fifth grade and making good grades in school
How do you know God’s call for your life? For some, it’s a clear message to their heart from a young age. Others find it by trial and error. But many don’t know God’s call simply because they aren’t aware of how to recognize it.
Do you sense that you are missing something with this whole homeschooling thing? Others seem to have it all together, but you still seem to
Nearly every morning when we walk the dog my husband gives me a reminder to look up. You see, I’m often lost in thought, pondering
Every year, through the Operation Christmas Child project of Samaritan’s Purse, churches and individuals pack millions of shoebox gifts—praying over each of these special boxes
No matter when you go, or how you go, or even where you go, vacations are a great way to rest and recharge with family.
“I’d like to teach art, but there are too many subjects to teach and only so much available time in our school day.” I hear
Love. It’s a very popular subject any time of year. If you stopped people on the street and asked them, “What is love?”, you are
Before you can start homeschooling, there are lots of options to sift through. The decision of whether to take the route of Accredited or Independent
As the summer is getting into full swing, now is a great time to take your studies in a fun direction and explore the joy
Last month I encouraged you to develop a general vision for the new school year. Leading with vision is the key to family unity, peace,
Webster tells us that LOVE is: a strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties. What are your thoughts on that definition?
I will admit I was pretty naive when we first started our homeschooling journey. I remember envisioning nice, orderly days where my daughters would happily
What is really meant by Deuteronomy 6:6-7? Does this mean you follow your child around with a Bible reading to her from Genesis to Revelation
According to Holiday Insights website, tomorrow, November 2, 2017, is National Make Your Wife Dinner Day, so we wanted to make sure you dads had plenty
Do you feel like you spend a “fortune” on groceries and yet you never have anything at home to fix dinner with? Are you familiar
Patti Garibay was a Girl Scouts leader when her girls were younger, but she grew increasingly uncomfortable with the direction of the organization. When it
https://vimeo.com/352123997 Unit studies are great tools to use to both spice up your homeschool and even to build your entire homeschool year around. This week,
Where did it all begin? That is what I think when people ask me to give my testimony. Perhaps, when I was five, here
Do you consider fiction as make-believe? Some might answer yes, others no, but there is a general belief that fiction is harmless make-believe. Nothing can
By: Larry Blythe, Apologia Academy It is more important now than ever before to choose your curriculum wisely when teaching creation and evolution at home.
*This page may contain affiliate links. For more information please see our disclosure page/privacy statement for more information. It’s time for high school science and
With Easter’s arrival, I thought it would be appropriate to share a final word pattern sort based on the cross. (Click HERE to download.) The
It’s that time again. Homeschoolers are beginning to look ahead to another year. We sign up for conferences and make lists of curriculum to preview.
The Lord has taught me much this past year. Many of those lessons have come in the “school of hard knocks” as my father always
Homeschooling has gained huge popularity in the last several years; however, you might still be wondering, “is homeschooling right for me?” Homeschooling (also spelled home
The elementary years are a fun and exciting time to be a child. If you choose to homeschool, there are a variety of ideas out
If the thought of homeschooling preschoolers conjures up images of workbooks, tears, frustration, and hours of teaching, then you need a new approach to instill
What to write… Does your student have a passion for writing? Are writing assignments met with groans of protest? These fall writing themes will foster
Mornings- You are either the person who jumps out of bed ready to take on the day or the person who needs a solid 2
Teaching preschool at home may sound simple…at first. But then, as the time grows near, you begin to question your sanity. How can you possibly
When I told the other teachers at my campus that I had decided to quit my job as a 5th grade reading teacher and stay
You’ve filed your taxes, submitted the FAFSA, and now it’s a waiting game. Colleges send award letters sometime in the late spring and summer, at
Homeschooling parents often find themselves surprised and even scared when facing the increasingly intense middle school years. The subject of math only makes these feelings
A few weeks ago we had a Facebook party to launch the 2020 Teach Them Diligently season. During that party, we asked those of you
Do you homeschool year round? I know of many homeschool families who do homeschool year round and some that don’t. I have tried both
Do you ever find yourself trudging along this time of the year, feeling like you are just accomplishing school? There is no joy, no passion,
‘Tis the season for making our trips “over the river and through the woods…” We could probably all benefit from taking a deep breath, grabbing
*This page may contain affiliate links. For more information please see our disclosure page/privacy statement for more information. One thing that binds every homeschooling subject
by Rhea Perry The first thing most young entrepreneurs do when they need money is set up a lemonade stand in the front yard. When
We all have them…..those times in our lives that really define who we are, where we’ve been, and where we will go. The happy and
We have come to the end of our study of “Suffering” in Romans 5:1-11. The first installment was posted a couple of weeks ago and
In this podcast, Jamie Erickson shares insightful thoughts both from Scripture and practical experience that will cultivate sibling connections in your home. There is absolutely
Those of you who have been a member of Teach Them Diligently 365 for any length of time, have probably heard me talk about how
Teach Them Diligently 365 is an online homeschool community and homeschool resource library designed to help you make the most out of your homeschool experience.