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In this episode, David and Leslie Nunnery discuss the joys and challenges of parenting adult children and the transition into a new phase of family
Choosing a curriculum – one of the most fun, yet most difficult parts of homeschooling!
If you have any questions about homeschool curriculums, you’ve come to the right place! Enjoy a huge collection of curriculum-related blogs and a few free downloadables!
Do I choose a book-based curriculum? A video based curriculum? A Charlotte Mason approach, or a classical approach?
All of this curriculum jargon can be a lot to handle – not to mention all of the different curriculum providers within these categories!
Luckily for you, thousands of other homeschool families who’ve already walked this journey were willing to help you out by voting for their favorite curriculum!
Teach Them Diligently compiled these survey results into our Homeschool Family Favorites Guide for 2019 – and we’re excited to offer it to you for FREE!
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Teaching math can be intimidating for a variety of reasons. It’s complex. It requires a lot of formula memorization, especially at the upper levels. And you may find it harder to directly apply to everyday life.
But there’s no need to fear! Check out this homeschool math curriculum guide for curriculum reviews, project ideas, and ways to help your children apply math to daily life!
In this episode, David and Leslie Nunnery discuss the joys and challenges of parenting adult children and the transition into a new phase of family
Finding the perfect curriculum can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re looking for a print-based or online curriculum or whether
Writing curriculum programs are not a one size fits all; and, as a home educator, it is ultimately up to you to make the best
Teaching your child to read is a daunting task. You want to set your child up for success, so you look for the best reading
Home educating your preschooler is a great and high energy season of life. You have been teaching your child since birth but maybe now, you
3 Key Differences Between Horizons and LIFEPAC Parents looking to homeschool their children as they approach schooling age often ask about the difference between our
If you find yourself suddenly homeschooling due to the school closings for Coronavirus prevention, you may be feeling overwhelmed with what to do. Even if
If you’re a Christian homeschool family looking to refine your vision, get encouraged, and get better equipped for the mission God has given you, you belong at Teach Them Diligently.
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Help! My preteen thinks history is boring. I need help finding a homeschool history curriculum my middle schooler will enjoy and engage. The families of
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
“Oh, curriculum, curriculum, how shall we choose thee? How can we know that we have chosen well for our beloved children??” When I am talking
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.
Homeschoolers teach children themselves for a variety of reasons. One thing we all have in common is that parents can be the best educators for
Every day, you give your all to enrich the lives of your children and educate them because that’s your calling. They will always be your
With the end of the school year around the corner for many homeschoolers, the folks at Alpha Omega Publications put together an end-of-year checklist to
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
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
Making the transition into homeschooling can be a tough one. In the midst of a decision that will affect your child’s future, it’s natural to
High school students have a lot of options to consider when choosing a college major, and it is more important that they get it right
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
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
At some point on the homeschool journey, many parents make the mistake of forgetting that homeschooling does not need to look like public school. In
The conversation about growth mindset versus fixed mindset is an important one for anyone involved in homeschooling a child. These concepts have become more well-known
Many homeschool students are interested in learning more about art but don’t know where to start when it comes to finding the right teacher. You
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?
Why I Chose the University of Mobile There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a college, and one of the most important
I decided to tackle the college choice question from two different perspectives. As a parent, there are things you may be concerned about that are
My 15 year old daughter spends part of most evenings drawing in her journal– looking for ideas online to create a personalized book chronicling her thoughts,
Surviving the Homeschool Slump After the gloomy months of winter, many homeschool parents describe a period that some call the homeschool slump. The excitement
Do your children ever get bored during their homeschool day? Do you feel like you need to liven up their school days with activities that
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
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
History is a subject students either love or hate. Long lists of dates, names, and events to memorize are dry and uninspiring. If we approach
Maybe the prospect of applying to college riddles you with so much nervousness that it makes your stomach turn. Or you’re just so excited for
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
As we dive deeper into an age of technology, it is encouraging to see how technology can be used for good in the education sector.
Homeschooling is a wonderful, worthwhile journey, but even the most experienced homeschool parents sometimes need a bit of advice or encouragement. Here are 11 tips for success.
You’d be surprised by all the wrong ideas people have about Abeka Academy. Are they myths? Or just misconceptions? We’re here to set the record
Free Printable Responsibility Chart With all the freedom that comes with homeschooling, it’s valuable to incorporate some structure into your home to help your child
In recent years, video lessons have become more and more popular among moms in the homeschool community. So, how does Abeka Academy differ from the
Parents love to buy toys for their children. A 2010 British study of 3,000 parents published in The Telegraph reported that parents averaged spending about
PREPARING OUR CHILDREN FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL — AND WHAT DOES THAT HAVE TO DO WITH CHRISTMAS ANYWAY? Preparation is a huge part of
As a busy mom, your time is limited. You’ve become a pro at multitasking, but sometimes there aren’t enough hours in a day. Abeka Academy
Growing a Leader Part One Hi! This is Betsy, from BJ’s Homeschoool. Today I’d like to share how my daughter grew to become a leader,
What’s a dad to do when mom wants to stick with a curriculum he doesn’t believe is working… ?
There are many ways to help your child become more proficient in typing skills. And, it can be achieved without paying an arm and a
Do you have a preschooler this fall and need a curriculum? Many homeschooling parents get concerned that they will not be able to homeschool their
Parents who might be intimidated by the idea of teaching their child to read, don’t be! Though a seemingly daunting task, teaching reading can be
Does the idea of homeschooling high school fill you with dread? Take heart. You can homeschool high school. Here’s the deal, there are so many
Many homeschool families make a drastic change when their children hit middle school or high school–they stop homeschooling. Some make this change based on well-thought-through
It’s common for online learning to intimidate homeschool parents who are used to using textbooks. However, many families that make the switch to online curriculum
If you’re still unsure about which curriculum is best for your family, why not get advice from someone who’s tried them all?
Curriculum junkie Jeannie Fulbright bought EVERYTHING that sounded good. From A Beka, to Hillyer, to e-books—she has tried every kind of curriculum and method available! And from that experience she has formulated the 7 E’s for Carefully Choosing Curriculum.
Since we know you’ll benefit from Jeannie’s course, we’re offering it to you for FREE! Click the button to learn more.
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.
If you find that your mood is affected by the dark, cloudy days, take 5000 iu/125 mcg of Vitamin D3 daily. Also, I often recommend lightbox therapy to my clients who struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder. Make sure it has at least 10,000 LUX power and sit or work in front of it for at […]
Have something to look forward to that you reserve only for the winter season. Maybe it is a special event or a special project or craft you enjoy. Plan a date night or girls’ night out. Thoughtfully consider what rejuvenates and refreshes you. Baking? Crafting? Needlework? Playing games? Popcorn and a home movie? Do you […]
I think it is nearly impossible to feel good when you are sleep deprived! The average adult needs 8-9 hours of sleep per night! I don’t know about you, but I have to be really intentional if I’m going to get that much sleep per night! And this isn’t the hours in bed but the […]
This week we are going to talk about the best test to measure how stress is affecting you. My go-to test is always a saliva cortisol and DHEA-S test. Measuring your cortisol levels at 4 different times throughout the day helps you know how well your body responds to stress. Elevated cortisol levels can indicate […]
My brother has been known to say, “I’ll sleep when I get to heaven. I don’t have time to sleep now!” And my reply is, “You will get to heaven much sooner if you don’t get enough sleep now!” We need sleep because it is restorative on the body, allowing body systems and organs and […]
It can be so frustrating to lay in bed and not be able to sleep! Why does this happen? This is not an exhaustive list but here are 10 reasons we don’t sleep well. 1. Stress – short term or chronic. It promotes hyperactivity of the mind and body and leaves you unable to relax. […]
Sleep is so important but what if sleep doesn’t come easy for you? What can you do? 1. Stay off ALL screens for 1-2 hours before bed. Electronic screens emit blue light which suppresses melatonin making it harder to fall asleep. 2. Don’t sleep with your phone next to you. Electromagnetic frequencies disrupt your sleep. […]
Stress, whether acute or chronic, can have serious effects on hormone levels for women. When your adrenal glands perceive stress, they will pump out extra cortisol to deal with the stress. If necessary, the adrenal glands will convert progesterone into cortisol to handle all the stress. Unfortunately, this means that your progesterone levels will drop, […]
One of the hardest things about teaching writing is how to grade it. Do you give students points for completing various steps of the writing proess? Do they know clearly what you expect at every step? speaker Sharon Fisher Listen Now
This seminar sifts through what we now know to be true about how God has hard-wired kids to learn. It briefly reviews the steps of cognitive development for kids from K-6th grade and gives practical strategies for supporting their development in your homeschool program. speaker Debra Bell Listen Now
Have a toddler? This is the session for you! Exposing early learning skills through play is what it’s all about. speaker Carisa Hinson Listen Now
Speaker: Sonya Shafer, Simply Charlotte Mason The world of homeschooling is a lot like the world of food. You know that you want to provide nutritious meals for your children’s minds, but there are so many possibilities for what that food could look like and taste like. Join Sonya for a simple overview of five […]
Speaker: Vicki Bentley As a busy mom, do you sometimes struggle with lesson planning, keeping the house somewhat presentable, teaching, keeping up with the laundry, AND getting dinner on the table the same day you homeschool? Come hear practical tips and encouragement from a fellow homeschool mom of many. Your husband and children will thank […]
Speaker: Stephen Buettell Navigating dual enrollment and the high school years can be a challenging task. Stephen shares what to look for and how to approach the high school years with an eye toward college and dual enrollment. Listen Now
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Speaker: Linda Hobar You’ve done your research and you’re all set to teach the three R’s: reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. Good for you! But how in addition to that will you run the vacuum, put away the laundry, and mop? If you need tips for getting it all done around your home, join veteran homeschool […]
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Speaker: Hal and Melanie Young What’s going on with our kids’ generation when 75% despair about the future, 42% are dealing with mental health issues, and a shocking number are struggling with sexuality and gender? Our grandparents formed The Greatest Generation, but they call our children’s The Most Fearful. Generation Z, now 10 to 25 […]
Speaker: Janet Smith This workshop will help you teach your students how to handle money God’s way versus the world’s way. You will learn how to prepare them to handle money for a lifetime! How young should you start? As soon as they know what money is. Listen Now
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Speaker: Israel Wayne Studies show that 70% of churched youth abandon the Christian faith sometime before high school graduation. While there are no guarantees in parenting, there are steps parents can take that have been proven through various studies to statistically improve the chances of your child embracing and remaining in the faith. Learn what […]
Speaker: Mike Snavely This session provides a biblical alternative to the standard explanation for these creatures, and answers the basic questions everyone has on the subject – What were dinosaurs? When did they live? What really happened to them? Does the Bible talk about them?, etc. This is one of our most requested sessions. Listen […]
Speaker: Glenn Ransom Want to bring your family together? Desire to help your family grow a relationship with God? Get caught up in not having enough time, struggling to understand things or cannot find what you’re looking for? This session shows you a tool to overcome these and discover the benefits of family devotions. Listen […]
Speaker: Whitney Newby How do you navigate visiting the library when it can feel like a minefield? Do you just stop going? Do you pre-read every book that comes through your doors? In this session, Whitney will discuss practical ways to navigate the public library to find rich, wholesome, developmentally-appropriate reading material for children. Listen […]
Speaker: Heidi St. John Right place. Right time. Right team. We’re raising a generation of Daniels as America becomes a modern Babylon. The Lord has set us apart for such a time as this and He has a purpose for each of us and each of our children. Heidi St John lays out the rules […]
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Speaker: Chuck Black The description of the Enemy in our modern world seems overwhelming at times, especially for young people. Is there scientific evidence for God? Does faith deny logic and reason? Chuck tackles these challenging questions and offer solid answers through practical apologetics. Equip your youth using the synergy between scripture, science technology, logic […]
Speaker: Adelaide Olguin Want a foreign language to be a part of your homeschool? But your family is either stuck learning vocab words instead of immersing yourself in the language by talking in it together or the whole idea of learning a foreign language is super overwhelming? I grew up monolingual and learned to conjugate […]
Speaker: Danni Gugel ADHD can be exhausting for the child and the parent, especially when that parent is also the teacher! Join us to learn everything you need to know about ADHD. We’ll cover symptoms, diagnosis, and research-based options for treatments that work! Participants will: ~Learn methods for diagnosing ADHD ~Learn types and common symptoms […]
Speaker: David Nunnery Gratitude is so powerful in the heart of a believer. It will transform your home, your heart, and your mind. It will improve your platform for teaching, heal your marriage, and so much more. Listen Now
Speaker: Chris Kaspar When Cain killed Abel, he ran to technology to fill the God-shaped hole in his life. How can we apply transcendent truths to today’s choices regarding technology? Let’s dive into a topic that rarely hits the pulpit but is intensely relevant. Understand fundamental Biblical principles and guide your familys vision for technology. […]
Speaker: Ginny Yurich Bring Deuteronomy 6:7 to life! “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.” Opportunities to teach Biblical truths are all around us. Learn ten practical […]
Speaker: Kirk Martin So marriage is tougher then you expected. You thought everything was white picket fences and then you had kids. And now the real you is coming out. Before you had kids (and all that stress and anxiety), you were patient, fun, had energy, you listened. But now you yell, withdraw, snipe at […]
Speaker: Christine Zell Unit studies can become some of the most fun lessons in your homeschool! They give you an opportunity to dig deep and get hands on. Get your thinking caps ready and come alongside Christine as you create a unit study together. She’ll show you how she goes down the Rabbit Trail to […]
Speaker: Kathy Koch Although most homeschooling days are probably about learning, remembering, and completing papers and projects, studying is also important. Have you taught your children HOW to study or do you think they’ll figure it out one day? Studying matters today and for their future. Dr. Kathy will suggest that you teach strategies from […]
Speaker: Robyn van Eck With a tip of the hat to the late, great John Taylor Gatto, what is the true history of education, the story you’ve never been told? Do we really owe all we know about education to John Dewey and the ancient Greeks? Learn how we ended up where we are today, […]
Speaker: Lee Jenkins Learn practical strategies to create a learning environment where students exceed educational expectations, and their enthusiasm to learn is driven by continued success. Developing skill, will and thrill for students will result in better outcomes and happier kids! Listen Now
Speaker: Rich and Barb Heki Whether homeschooling was your fondest dream or worst nightmare, you parents and grandparents jumped into it, but it’s just not working the way you thought it should! Maybe you don’t like it, or the kids/grandkids don’t like it. And you’re driving one another crazy! Or maybe you like it, but […]
Speaker: Linda Hobar The collapse of the Soviet Union is one of the most unprecedented events in modern history! How did it happen and why does it matter? Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, for a sobering look at the founding of the Soviet Union to its shocking early dissolution. This […]
Speaker: Dr. Rebecka Spencer It’s no secret that when it comes to literacy instruction, Phonological Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Reading Fluency, and Comprehension all are keys to unlocking the dyslexic brain. But there is another KEY component that we need to be including in our literacy lessons of our dyslexic and struggling learners homeschool lessons if […]
Speaker: Mark Pruitt Learn how to take notes and tests in college so you can be a student of Excellence. Listen Now
Speaker: Leslie Nunnery Homeschooling is a great thing. It provides the finest quality, tailored education your children can have, and it gives you the opportunity to build relationships, explore the world together, and so much more. But homeschooling is not an end in itself. Rather, homeschooling is a fantastic tool for discipleship and growth. In […]
Speaker: Charlene Notgrass Veteran homeschool mom and curriculum author, Charlene Notgrass, has found great joy learning, teaching, and writing history from a Christian worldview. We need the wisdom and knowledge God has given us in His Word to help us understand the events of the past and to know how to live in the present […]
Speaker: Korrie Johnson This session is perfect for anyone who has asked the question, “Is my child ready for this book?” or “Should my child ever read this book?” Using well-known literary examples, learn how to practice discernment practically. Listen Now
Speaker: Kate Battistelli Your children are growing up. They’re heading out of the nest, and all those years of love and sacrifice, cooking & cleaning, disciplining & discipling are coming to an unceremonious end. This is your invitation to Act 2: To Motherhood: The After Party. Because mom isn’t your only name. Time: When your […]
Speaker: Sonya Shafer When you’re feeling weary as a homeschool parent, these eight words will refresh you. They will inspire you when you’re feeling mundane and encourage you when you’re uncertain: I am, I can, I ought, I will. Come explore the powerful ideas behind these eight words, let them nestle into your heart and […]
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Speaker: Todd Friel Why do so many teenagers abandon the faith? Because they believe that Christianity is an add on to the rest of their lives. Join us to learn how to help your teenager orient their entire life toward Jesus Christ and never desire to wander. Listen Now
Speaker: Jessica Kaminski, M.Ed. Word Problems challenge our students to apply their math skills and problem solve. However, they can prove to be difficult when including multiple steps and operations. Tackle those tricky word problems using Polya’s Four-Step Problem-Solving Method and the Heuristics from Singapore that make a Singapore Math curriculum so effective. Listen Now
Speaker: Katy Smith In this workshop we will discuss ways to strengthen our children’s faith through prayer and by learning about our persecuted family through free resources available from Voice of the Martyrs. We will also discuss how we can use heroes of the faith to strengthen and equip our children for persecution. By understanding […]
Speaker: Angel Ogden We will discuss the root cause of ADHD, how it can affect behavior and learning, and what’s really happening in your child’s brain. Helpful tips for your home classroom and handouts included! Listen Now
Speaker: Sherri Seligson As children mature, they experience drastic changes: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and even spiritually. It’s a natural (and good!) process of moving into adulthood. Homeschooling gives parents the unique ability to daily walk alongside them. They’ll need more sleep; more time to process what they learn; more understanding; and more showers! Join Sherri […]
Speaker: Lisa Schmidt Marital conflict began with Adam and Eve in the Garden. Neither of them was willing to take responsibility for their own personal sin and instead blamed someone else for it. Not surprisingly, we still do the same thing today. We blame our spouse, our children, our parents, our past, our circumstances and […]
Speaker: Rebecca Spooner Let’s be honest: homeschooling is hard. But what makes it even harder is that it is not our full-time job. We also have to be parents and homemakers while working at our jobs or being involved in our churches or ministries. How do we effectively balance all these important missions that we […]
Speaker: September McCarthy It takes work, but it is worth it! This vital piece of our homeschooling, is connection and September knows the work and worth of this as well. Learn how to be a participant and a leader in your own community and establish a strong and lasting group to last through your homeschooling […]
Speaker: Kim Sorgius Every family has a culture . . . a way of living. And every family is defined by it. Are your family’s mission and culture breathing life into your days? Being intentional and purposeful is the best way to make sure your mission aligns with your worldview. You’ll leave this session armed […]
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Speaker: David Nunnery In this men only session, we’re going to discuss what we can learn from the life and death of Jesus about loving our wives and how that can impact our families each and every day. Listen Now
Speaker: Julia Nalle Despite being an avid reader as a child and devouring hundreds of history-related books, Julia Nalle dreaded history in school. To her, history classes were a barrage of boring lectures and endless dates. Come listen as Julia, co-author of BiblioPlan shares her personal journey and how God changed her heart concerning history. […]
Speaker: Kevin Conover According to recent research, 72% of Generation Z, those born between 2000-2015, don’t believe that church teachings and science are compatible. This session will cover 7 amazing scientific facts recorded in the Bible thousands of years before modern science discovered them, demonstrating that the God of the Bible is the God of […]
Speaker: Hal and Melanie Young The turmoil of the tween or preteen years between 9 and 13 usually catches parents by surprise. Diligent students become addled and distracted. Kids raised in church start questioning the existence of God. Sweet natured children climb on an emotional roller coaster and invite you to join them! Don’t get […]
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Speaker: Charla McKinley Our children will spend less than a quarter of their lives in our homes. As parents we have a narrow window to prepare them for the road ahead. We spend years teaching our children how to read, write and do mathematics, but how much time do we spend teaching them about money? […]
Speaker: Patti Garibay In this session, American Heritage Girls (AHG) Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay shares about the ministry of AHG, the premier character and leadership development program for girls ages 5 to 18. Patti shares how AHG has and continues to transform the lives of girls, families, and communities across the country through […]
Speaker: Korrie Johnson Learn what techniques and components will set up your Dyslexic or struggling reader for success and how to implement them at home. Listen Now
Speaker: Mike Snavely The fear of snakes is understandable. Right at the outset of history, the Bible records an astounding verbal exchange between the serpent and the second human God made. Immediately following the results of this exchange, everything fell apart! Mankind, the serpent, and even nature itself were all placed under a curse! How […]
Speaker: Kathy Koch Parents can consistently use strategic power words to efficiently and effectively direct children’s thinking, beliefs, choices, character, attitudes, and behavior. Using these power words will increase cooperation and obedience, decrease frustration and arguments, and build healthier parent-child relationships. Curious? You’ll have to attend to hear some of Dr. Kathy’s favorites. You will […]
Speaker: Benjamin Myers Ben and Felicita Myers will share their personal story of how they ran a theatre ministry in Philadelphia. How they really struggled when they saw many of the children they had worked with not following the Lord after leaving the program. As they began to have children themselves, the Lord spoke to […]
Speaker: Rich and Barb Heki This workshop will give parents and grandparents an amazing array of practical, creative, hands-on ideas and projects to help grandparents get actively involved in their grandchildren’s home-education adventure, resulting in lowered stress for mom and dad, deeper relationships with the grandchildren, and plentiful discipleship opportunities—whether the grandparents live locally or […]
Speaker: Danni Gugel Reading is the key that opens the door to an entire universe of learning. School can be overwhelming and frustrating at best when a child is struggling to read. There is real hope for treating the root causes of reading disabilities. We’ll help you understand what can go wrong in reading development […]
Speaker: Mark Pruitt Time Management is THE BIGGEST challenge for every student. Learn how to get more done in less time so you can have a blast in school. Listen Now
Speaker: Jason Lukawitz Although electronics can seem daunting, this session will introduce you to some best practices that you can use in your own classroom to implement a technology based program that you and your children can work at and learn together. During the session you will be hands on building a small project that […]
Speaker: Chris Kasper The world now sees how technology has damaged our families and relationships. Social media has lost its luster, but new techno superpowers pop up every day, drawing us to another shiny promise that will eventually reveal its dark side. We’re now aware of the problem, but nobody is talking about the solution. […]
Speaker: Rebecca Spooner It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been parenting or homeschooling . . . fear seems to be like a constant companion, nipping at our heels: fear that we are going to mess up our kids, fear that they will fall away, fear that we will miss the boat, and fear that time […]
Speaker: Linda Hobar You’ve done your research and you’re all set to teach the three R’s: reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. Good for you! But how in addition to that will you run the vacuum, put away the laundry, and mop? If you need tips for getting it all done around your home, join veteran homeschool […]
Speaker: Sherri Seligson Have you ever taken a walk outside with a three-year-old? It can take forever as each leaf needs to be examined, acorns need to be gathered, and flowers need to be smelled. This is not just because your child is stalling before naptime. The outdoors is one of the best environments to […]
Speaker: Chuck Black More than ever before, raising teenagers that care about their faith is hard, especially in a culture that is quickly becoming increasingly hostile toward Christians. When a child enters those confusing years, the enemy uses dozens of weapons to rob them of their faith. Spiritual apathy is insidious and perhaps the most […]
Speaker: Bill Potter We’ve all heard of Luther, Calvin and Knox. Key to their ministries and the success of the Protestant Reformation are wives, daughters, and other ladies of the Covenant,who suffered as much or more than their men, promoted the proclamation of the Gospel, raised godly families, protected and provided for refugees, and stiffened […]
Speaker: Karen Miller Karen will discuss the characteristics of the four personality types: Popular Sanguine, Powerful Choleric, Perfect Melancholy, and Peaceful Phlegmatic. Then she will discuss how these different personality types learn and how to apply these characteristics in how you teach/train your children. Listen Now
Speaker: Shannon Gygi We will be discussing executive function and how it impacts a child or young adult’s future success. Learn about the root cause of executive function issues like poor decision making, impulsivity, disorganization, and more [hint: it isn’t laziness], as well as how improving brain connectivity can reduce your child’s struggles. Listen Now
Speaker: Matthew Bullington How can you give your teen guidance on planning for a career path when the whole world seems to be upside-down? The past year has brought a lot of changes to the college-prep process, from test-optional application options, changing deadlines, and rapidly evolving standardized exams. We’ll cover the biggest changes fo the […]
Speaker: Julie Synde Excessive stacks of curriculum. Thousands of dollars spent on content the experts claim will make your life simpler and guarantee success for your child. Yet here you are. Searching for a solution to your problem: How to teach your children to write with ease and confidence. I’ve been there. Listen Now
Speaker: Steven James When you understand what lies at the heart of all great stories: tension, desire, crisis, escalation, struggle, and discovery, you can both understand literature better and write your own stories more effectively. This workshop will be ideal for anyone who loves stories and storytelling and values the power of an ignited imagination. […]
Speaker: Bryan Davis I explore how fantasy literature affects the hearts and minds of readers and how Christian worldview fantasy can build spiritual qualities in a positive way. I also provide warnings about how dark fantasy can be detrimental and how to tell the difference between faith-building fantasy and fantasy that tears faith down. Listen […]
Speaker: Kirk Martin Instead of being drawn into power struggles, yelling and giving meaningless consequences, Kirk will show you 10 ways to discipline with dignity so kids listen to, respect, and trust you. Listen Now
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Speaker: Kate Battistelli Successful adults don’t happen by accident. It takes intentional effort to raise children into adults who possess a strong sense of their destiny in God, a passion to serve Him, and knowledge of their gifts and callings. By partnering with God, we can equip our children to be all He called and […]
Speaker: Todd Friel Americans assume that the teenage years will be turbulent. That is a lie. When a family applies God’s three rules for every family, the teenage years don’t have to be a nightmare. Listen Now
Speaker: Bradley Pierce Can a social worker come into your home without a warrant? How old does your child have to be to leave them home alone? Part of protecting your parental rights is being informed on the laws in your state. Come learn eight laws that every Tennessee parent should know. Session includes Q&A. […]
Speaker: Glenn Ransom Want to bring your family together? Desire to help your family grow a relationship with God? Get caught up in not having enough time, struggling to understand things or cannot find what you’re looking for? This session shows you a tool to overcome these and discover the benefits of family devotions. Listen […]
Speaker: Catherine Zoller “Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Prov. 22:6) has often been misunderstood as assuring parents of prodigals that they will return to the Lord. However, the verse is more properly translated,Train¦.according to their bent, or in keeping […]
Speaker: Kevin Conover Kevin was handcuffed to an atheist for 24 hours by BuzzFeed on YouTube. In this session Kevin will share what happened off air, how to talk to non-believers in a non-threatening manner, and 4 reasons why believing in God makes much more sense than atheism. Listen Now
Speaker: Monica Irvine Imagine what it feels like to watch your daughter continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of her life, because she knows she has endless potential and a great responsibility. She matures with a desire to be a voice for good and a contributor to making our world a better place. […]
Speaker: Dave Gamache Dave will bring a biblical message of generosity to encourage families to integrate this important, Christ-like value into their everyday lives. Our curriculum built for families with home school families in mind teaches the Seven Ways of Living Generously (Generous with thoughts, words, time, attention, influence, money and sharing your belongings) and […]
Speaker: Ginny Yurich “All knowledge is rooted in wonder.“ (Sharon Lovejoy) Add wonder to your school year by gardening with kids. Learn how gardening will help your kids learn and will add joy and excitement to your school year. You’ll come away with lots of project ideas and inspiration! Listen Now
Speaker: Lisa Schmidt In the book of Proverbs, we are clearly instructed in the ways of wisdom, and warned about the consequences of foolishness. The book culminates with a teaching about the wise and worthy Proverbs 31 woman. Some have argued that she is too idealistic, unrealistic, or just plain annoying to read about. Is […]
Speaker: Jamie Erickson|Kate Battistelli|September McCarthy Convention workshops are great. They can definitely help you build a solid foundation. But sometimes, you need to have a conversation–a chance to ask the tough questions and hear the hard-earned truth. Now’s your chance. Join the hosts of the Mom to Mom Podcast, Kate Battistelli, September McCarthy, and Jamie […]
Speaker: Israel Wayne Many well-intentioned parents make harmful mistakes as they relate to their children. These mistakes often contribute to bitterness in their children. Over time, they can result in children rejecting their parents and their values. Learn to avoid these pitfalls. Listen Now
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