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Special Needs
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
Christian Marriage Grow in love and intimacy for your spouse and your children as you journey together through homeschooling. Marriage & Parenting What type of
Prayer
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
Family Relationships Your guide to healthy and Christ-centered relationships within your homeschool family! Homeschooling & Family Relationships Homeschooling not only provides a nurturing educational environment
Encouragement
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
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
Parenting
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
Additonal Homeschool Resources & Blogs
Helps
Early Intervention to Homeschooling Jump
Many parents find out in a well-child appointment that something isn’t quite normal with their precious child, as we did. We went through the system
Encouragement
Special Needs Homeschool
If you are on the outside looking in on special needs families, we want you to know and understand us. We may not know how
General
Instagram Loop Giveaway– BEGINS TODAY!!
We are so excited to be teaming up with our friends at Alpha Omega Publications to bring you the first in a series of Instagram
General
Make Time for Homeschool Support Groups
Whether you’re looking for a hub of information, practical support, social opportunities, or homeschool encouragement, homeschool support groups (in all shapes and sizes) can meet
Conventions
Making Changes for the Homeschool Year
The year has brought about changes in our family’s homeschool. I let go of many of my pre-conceived notions about home education. The difference has been great. We still don’t live in a “Pinterest-perfect” house or run our school in a picture-perfect way, but we are all growing and changing and becoming more like the individuals God created us to be. For that, I am thankful!
2013
Our 24 Family Ways and Read For The Heart
These two resources from the Clarkson Family and Apologia will be of great benefit to your family and homeschool! You can hear Clay and Sally
Encouragement
The Change Ahead for Middle School
I was pretty confident I could write a book, when we finished homeschooling elementary grades! I would sing an anthem of encouragement to all new
Start Homeschooling
How Homeschooling Has Grown
Written by Genevieve Wood, appeared on The Daily Signal. Shared with permission. In North Carolina, the number of homeschoolers has now surpassed the number of
Discipleship
Escapism – New Lures for an Old Sin
Chuck Black, 11/5/2013 He was a bright young man with a promising future. With an ROTC scholarship and a lofty goal of becoming an officer
2014
Why Teach Them Diligently?
“Diligent: Characterized by steady, earnest, and energetic effort.” Sound overwhelming? That’s what we’re called to do in Deuteronomy 6— to Teach Diligently unto our children
Testimonials
Next Year
Please tell me there will be a Teach Them Diligently convention next year!!! I was so very BLESSED this year! Favorite
Testimonials
Special Needs Focus
I liked the variety of options. I loved the special needs focus, so fantastic for the mother of a dyslexic. I also liked that after
General
10 Tips to Teaching Preschool
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
Start Homeschooling
Veteran Homeschoolers Share Their Tips
With reports of more parents making the decision to remove their children from traditional school environments to homeschool them instead, many veterans of home education
Testimonials
The Best One Yet
This was our 3rd homeschool conference and by far, the BEST one yet!!! Thank you for all your hard work in putting this conference together!
Elementary
Homeschooling with Alpha Omega Publications
Q&A with a LIFEPAC Mom When Jennifer Wilging’s only son Tyler was diagnosed with syringomyelia (sih-ring-go-my-E-lee-uh), a progressive spinal cord disease, she knew there were
Homeschool
Homeschooling Dads- Interview With Darren Jones of HSLDA
Leslie is joined by Darren Jones of HSLDA to discuss many ways for dad to be involved in the homeschooling efforts of your family. Whether
Character
What’s on Your Homeschool Bucket List?
Since the movie, The Bucket List, it seems everyone has a bucket list for something. Merriam-Webster defines ‘bucket list’ as “a list of things that one
Encouragement
Overcoming Summer Burnout
Burnout. It happens every summer. The heat saps my energy, my motivation. We school year round – and it’s better for us that way –
Testimonials
Amazing Experience
A huge THANK YOU to every single person who made the Omaha TTDC so incredibly amazing. The Holy Spirit worked through the speakers and the
Getting Started
Getting Started Homeschooling: Classical Method
Are you thinking about homeschooling using the Classical Method? We’ve created a Pinterest board with resources to help get you started. Follow Teach Diligently’s board
Elementary
How to Build Unit Studies
By Sharon Gibson, Homeschool Legacy and Once-A-Week Unit Studies By this point you’ve probably already discovered unit studies and are fascinated by their many advantages
Testimonials
Inspired
WOW! I don’t know how to narrow it down. 🙂 I think coming home more INSPIRED and ENCOURAGED to keep going on this path was
Testimonials
Speakers Were So Personal and Real
That’s hard, because I loved ALL of it. The workshops were SO encouraging. The prices and sales on the books were awesome. And the fact
General
12 Ways Grandparents can Support Homeschooling
Time. It disappears so quickly! Busy homeschooling parents perpetually need more of it! But with only 24 hours in a day … and we have
Tips
Cursive and Drawing Help Students See That They are Wonderfully Unique
By Courtney Sanford, Classical Conversations Part of the challenge of Christian homeschooling is to avoid recreating for our children in our homes the same education
Change The World
Face to Face with the Fatherless: Will you defend them in 2014?
In June 2009 my wife, Staci, and I found ourselves in an orphanage in Guatemala. We were both teachers at the time and wanted to
General
Homeschool your Preschooler with These Educational Sites
Do you currently homeschool a preschooler and are at loss for what sites are truly educational and effective? You have probably exhausted as many preschool
Testimonials
Character Above Curricula
Thank you so much for all of the hard work that you guys put into the TTD Convention in Spartanburg. This was my second year
Start Homeschooling
Advice for a New Homeschool Parent! (From those who have been doing it for a while!)
The decision to homeschool your children is not a decision that is made lightly, and after the initial excitement, panic can set in quickly! Some
General
Looking Back– Teach Them Diligently Beginnings
A Sentimental Remembrance of The History of Teach Them Diligently As I was having my devotions this morning, I came across a note in my
Testimonials
God Showed Up
I came to convention last year burned out with lots of questions about whether I was doing the right thing for my family. GOD SHOWED
General
Helping The Wife– #NoShaveNovember Homeschool Dad Questions
Featuring answers to questions received by homeschool dads at Teach Them Diligently events, let’s look at helping the homeschool wife.
General
Surviving Summer – Part 1
My Vision As the school year is winding down, I get visions of poolside relaxation, a day at the beach, children playing quietly in their
High School
Overcome Teaching Journalism Fundamentals at Home
Journalism, you probably have some pretty set ideas of what it is, and why you can’t teach it as a homeschool class. Perhaps you think
General
Unit Studies to the Rescue
By Sharon Gibson, Homeschool Legacy and Once-A-Week Unit Studies Teaching Outside The Box I still remember the day my favorite teacher took our science class
Homeschool Guidance Counselor
What is the FAFSA?
If your student is college bound, “FAFSA” will soon become part of your vocabulary. FAFSA is an acronym for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid: a form filled out by families of college-bound students. This form helps the federal government estimate ho w much financial aid your student is eligible to receive. Eligibility for the Pell Grant and Stafford loans is determined by filing the FAFSA. Some colleges require the FAFSA before students qualify for any scholarships from their institution.
Testimonials
Give God Praise
I give God praise for your conference! I learned so much and was refreshed and encouraged in every area of my life. Fabulous speakers! I
Homeschool
Top 10 Homeschooling Middle School Spelling and Vocabulary Curriculum Choices
*This page may contain affiliate links. For more information please see our disclosure page/privacy statement for more information. Celebrate you have made it to middle
Elementary
5 Reasons Why Online Curriculum Is a Game-Changer
Homeschooling comes in many shapes and sizes to fit all the different types of families who homeschool. For busy families with fast-paced lives, online curriculum
Change The World
Caring for the Millions of (un)adopted Orphans Worldwide
By: Herbie Newell, Executive Director, Lifeline Children’s Services In 2008, on a trip to Zaporizhia, Ukraine, the Lord awoke my heart to the fact that adoption
General
Summer Fun with Art and Social Studies
History and Art make great companions and what better time to study them both than during the summer when you have a lighter schedule? Keep
Encouragement
Desperate– Encouragement for Moms in the Trenches
Do you wish you had a mentor? Do you ever feel like no one fully understands where you are right now and what struggles you’re
Elementary
Top 10 Homeschooling Elementary Handwriting Curriculum Choices
*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
Discipleship
Words to Live By…Gentleness
Normally I write to the dads of the homeschoolers. That leader in the house that oversees his family and is doing so diligently. However this
General
A Healthier You
I love talking health and fitness. It truly is one of my passions. I love sharing with other homeschool moms what I have learned along the
General
Play Based Kindergarten Curriculum
Let’s face it. Choosing a Kindergarten curriculum to fit your child isn’t easy. It’s especially hard to find something for a six year- old who
2020 Conventions
12 Fun and Quiet Toys for your Kids
If you’re planning to bring your kiddos to Teach Them Diligently, you may benefit from a little advance preparation. Whether you’re looking for travel activities
Testimonials
God Has Been Teaching Me
God has been teaching me about identity, and he continues to teach me how to teach that same idea to my children. I am a
General
Studying Science in the Summer is Good for Everyone
Homeschooling is like a juggling act-Math, Reading, laundry, lunch, baby, projects, etc. So often when we drop a task, we feel like a failure. I
2018 Conventions
11 Ways for your Family to Get Organized and Save Time
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
Discipleship
Five Ways To Handle Stress This Christmas
Guest Post by Rachel Jankovic, author of Loving the Little Years and Fit to Burst. With Christmas fast approaching, I’m sure many of us can
Elementary
Five Mistakes That Keep Aspiring Artists From Success
I have seen it many times! An aspiring artist, with a promising future, fails to produce what they are capable of. Why does this happen?
Testimonials
His Power
Thank you, Teach Them Diligently family! The LORD USED this BLESSED weekend to encourage me through my homeschooling journey. Thursday was a breaking point for
Encouragement
Saying No to Say Yes
by Jennifer A. Janes Summer rolls into fall, and I’m overwhelmed. The routine and accompanying peace I longed for during the busyness of the heat
Discipleship
Praying Over Your Homeschool Plan
Summer is Here Summer is well under way and as we enjoy lazy days and fun outings, planning is always at the back of this
Discipleship
6 Resources For A Passionate And Powerful Prayer Life
This week as we take our “Monday Morning Minute” together, we are focusing our hearts on Prayer and formulating a strategy for it. In this
Change The World
Go For The Gold
For the past couple of weeks, news from the Sochi Olympics has filled the air. We’ve cheered with the winners and cried with those who
Family
Bringing the Bible to Life
As a mom of three children, there is nothing more rewarding than walking alongside my kids as they grow in their relationship with Christ. Whether
Discipleship
Teach your Kids to Stand Up for Jesus!
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
General
For the Heart of Your Homeschool
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
General
How to Start a Small Co-op in your Home
Starting a co-op is easier than you think and boasts tremendous benefits for both you and your child. Keeping a few things in mind before starting
Discipleship
Are You Leading or Selling Ice Cream?
Hey dads! I am asking a question about you. Are you leading your house or just selling ice cream to the family? At this point
Homeschool Guidance Counselor
How to Choose a College
Last month we talked about staying in communication with your local college, as well as contacting universities to stay abreast of their transfer policies and admission requirements. This month, we’ll discuss how to choose which colleges to contact, and how to contact them.
Elementary
Spice Up Your Homeschool in the New Year
[Tweet “If things aren’t working in your homeschool, it’s not time to throw in the towel!”] It may be the right time to change things
Testimonials
Many More Conventions
Had a great time at the convention this past weekend in Nashville and learned so much!! Looking forward to implementing what we have learned and
Character
Cultivating Unity Among Siblings
Today’s culture would like for us to believe that it is normal for siblings to not get along and not like each other. This is
Tips
Fun Christmas Project from Nancy Larson Science
For the entire month of December, this homeschool mom has a hard time with school as usual! I’m ready to sit down with my hot
Encouragement
Then Came The Morning
Then came the Morning… How dark the “night” must have been after Jesus had been crucified and buried. Not only had they lost a son,
General
Special Education – Everyone Needs It
Special Education is special because it is the first area of education where parents are forced to question a basic philosophy of education: Traditional
Testimonials
Energizing
I am so EXCITED about TTD because when you pack that many people who are PASSIONATE ABOUT FOLLOWING THE LORD, the atmosphere is so PEACEFUL
Homeschool Guidance Counselor
What Next?
January 1st is a special day, and not just because it’s the beginning of a new year! This is the first day the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) becomes available for families of college-bound students for the fall.
General
Peaceful Sleep
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
Elementary
Useful Source for Teaching Elementary Science
Elementary Science Curriculum Review – Master Books To teach science it is important to understand the worldview of the curricula. Consider some of the following
Family Life
You Teach What You Know, But You Reproduce Who You Are
Depending on who you ask or reference…approximately 60% to 80% of young people from Christian families are leaving the church once they graduate high school.
General
Beneficial Checklist for Choosing a College
Choosing which college to attend will most likely be the biggest decision your son or daughter has made so far. It can be an overwhelming
Start Homeschooling
A *Typical* Homeschool Day– (A Classical Conversations POST)
Raise your hand if every day is homeschooling utopia with your family. No? No hands raised? None here either! One of my most favorite things
Testimonials
How Much We Learned
My friends and I definitely want to return next year to the TTD conference. I can’t tell you how much we learned and how grateful
Testimonials
More Like A Christian Conference
My wife has tried to get her homeschooling sister to come every year that TTD has been in Atlanta. She has refused because she said
General
I’m Raising My Hand… Are You?
It was March at the end of my first year of homeschooling. I felt like we had had a pretty good year– I definitely knew
Elementary
Valuable Christian Homeschooling Curriculum
Is homeschooling valuable? Can homeschooling with Classical Conversations add value to your child’s education? Is it a good value? The answer to all these questions
Homeschool Guidance Counselor
College Applications: Things to Know
You and your student might not be anywhere close to deciding on a college yet. Perhaps you haven’t decided if he wants to go to college at all! That’s perfectly fine; junior year is a time of preparation more than it is a season of decision. Since you’re in the preparation process, here are some things to know about college applications.
Discipleship
God’s Math and a Picnic Lunch
March. Time for my annual spring panic attack. The weather starts getting nicer, and my children (and I) start losing motivation to keep on
Elementary
The Best Gift for a Husband
Best Gift For a Husband Several years ago, I learned about the best gift I could give my husband. Truly, it is the best gift
General
Take a Zoo scursion – It’s Educational!
From hanging around the ape house to strolling through the reptile exhibit, everyone loves the zoo! Studying animals up close and enjoying God’s creation go
Testimonials
I Felt Refreshed and Renewed
I came to TTD Nashville having asked God to answer some very specific questions regarding our homeschool. He did that and so much more! I
General
Investment Opportunity of a Lifetime
I am so excited to have Steve Blackston writing for us again. As the Husband of a Homeschooling Mom (which is not just the name
Elementary
Community is the secret ingredient that can take your home school from good to GR-R-R-REAT!!!!
Homeschoolers teach their children themselves for a wide variety of reasons: academic, religious, social, etc. But one thing we all have in common is the
General
Encourage Time-Telling In Preschoolers
My two youngest girls are just 4 and 5. I don’t remember how old my older 3 children were when they began to tell time
Homeschool
Season of Autumn Inspires Creative Writing
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
Family Life
Simple Thanksgiving Crafts for Preschoolers
Simple Thanksgiving crafts for preschoolers foster celebration and motor skills. Little guys are highly visual and love hands-on activities. Don’t be shy about using this
Testimonials
Spiritual Side of Homeschooling
You focus on the spiritual side of homeschooling better/more than any of the other (three or four) conventions I have been to. I went home
Discipleship
Truth, Goodness and Beauty
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
General
To build kids’ money-handling habits— better Start Young
By: Linda Carlson with Evangelical Christian Credit Union One sure way to strengthen your child’s money skills Every parent who has passed the toddler-wrangling stage
Testimonials
Amazing Speakers
Thank you for bringing such a great conference with wonderfully amazing speakers to Nashville. Favorite
Homeschool Guidance Counselor
Compiling a Strong Transcript
A student’s high school transcript is his life on paper. Academics, extracurricular interests, volunteer work, and standardized tests are compiled together, a one-or-two page summation
2018 Conventions
Learning On-Demand: Keeping Kids Engaged in the Era of Netflix, Uber and Amazon Prime
By: Eric Dalton, Executive Vice President, AOP According to a 2017 report developed by Fetch, a mobile marketing agency, more than 40 percent of
Encouragement
Doors Opened and Bonds Unfastened Through Fellowship
Obedience is something we teach our children. We begin with God’s word, the Ten Commandments and the various scripture he has given us to guide
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