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A Grandmother’s Reflections on 35 Years of Homeschooling

Founder of Classical Conversations Leigh Bortins share stories about homeschooling and reflecting on how classical education transformed education. Listen Now

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The Four Steps of Learning

Learning consists of four steps. No matter what is going on with an individual, each person (whether special needs or typically developing) should go through these same 4 steps. First, the brain receives the information being inputted. Next, the brain must process the information it has received. Third, the brain needs to store that information. Finally, the brain has to use the information. Again, this four-step pattern for learning is the same for every person. There are multiple factors which can affect each step of learning and cause corresponding challenges. In this session, learn about these 4 steps of learning and how to optimize each step to become an excellent, efficient learner.

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Creating Your Own One Room Schoolhouse – Unit Study Made Easy

The truth is that almost everything you’ve ever heard about unit studies is probably wrong. Learn the simple secret that every truly great educator knows that will dramatically simplify your schedule, add Life to your classroom and prepare your children for a lifetime of learning, taught by a homeschool pioneer who has been teaching unit studies for nearly 40 years.

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The Power of Fiction: Influencing the Hearts of our Youth

Fictional stories are a powerful way to capture the attention of the young and old alike. Jesus used short fictional stories to explain the kingdom of God as did Nathan the prophet to bring a king to his knees in repentance. Discover how your use of fiction can get your children excited about seeking truth and about serving God in kingdom-building work. Does fiction really have the power to change lives? Absolutely! Join Chuck Black in discovering how.

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Let’s Play Math Games

Are you tired of flashcards? Does your child cry when you give another timed math fact test? Are you
beating your head against the wall because your child can’t seem to remember the multiples of 7? This workshop will show you fabulous and effective alternatives to worksheets and flashcards by playing easy and fun math card games. Imagine your kids asking to practice their math facts more! Come and discover games to help your child learn their math facts.

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5 Strategies to Encourage a Love of Learning

Kerry used 5 simple strategies in her homeschool to give her kids a love of learning. Come discover these simple techniques you can use everyday in your homeschool. We will also cover 7 tools of learning for a lifetime, simple & fun games to inspire a love of learning, using math story books and an easy technique Dad and Mom can do daily to encourage love for learning.

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What Does a Classical Education Look Like in the Primary (K-2nd Grade) Years?

Students in kindergarten, first, and second grade need to focus on mastering the skills of reading, writing, and basic math. A student’s primary education program is the foundation on which the rest of his education is built. Find out how to train your students in accuracy, attention to detail, and mastery from the beginning. And discover how a simple read-aloud book each week can expose your students to science, history, geography, art, classical music, and poetry.

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College Success Starts in Ninth Grade

What can you do now that will impact your child’s college success? We will explore four attitudes that characterize successful students and suggest ways you can cultivate those attitudes early.

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Getting Started Homeschooling: Everything from A to Z

This session is a practical “how-to” workshop, intended to help new home educators meet the Ohio state requirements for notification and assessment. Melanie will review Ohio’s homeschool regulations in a way that is interactive and engaging, as well as provide examples of notifications and Ohio’s assessment options. Whether you are in the process of deciding to home educate or you are ready to begin, this is an important session that will provide answers to all your homeschool questions!

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Homeschool Basics: How to Get Started, Stay Motivated, and Bring Out the Best in Your Kids

Whether you are starting with preschoolers or pulling kids out of “traditional” school, your first few years of homeschooling can be overwhelming. There are so many different curriculums to choose from, teaching and learning styles to discover. There’s your own family rhythm to adjust to and state requirements to figure out. There’s also often added pressure from family and friends. Why would any parent choose to attempt to teach fractions or (gasp) long division when they can leave it to the professionals? Our goal is to provide encouraging information about homeschooling basics, plus give you thoughtful and informative ideas on how to get started and stay the course.

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Rethink Homeschool on the Road

Whether you homeschool year round, or you just want to take advantage of the trips you are taking this summer, getting prepared for school on the road is a great idea. This week, I’ll share our experiences of schooling on the road, as well as some secrets I learned along the way to make it as beneficial as possible.

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Rethink Your Approach– An Interview with Lani Carey

Have you ever had that nagging feeling that you may not be approaching your homeschool quite right for one or more of your kiddos? Have you been wondering what you can do about that? This week, we’re joined by Lani Carey of Homelife Academy as we discuss strategies for teaching the non-traditional student, including different […]

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To Co-op Or Not to Co-op

Rethink Your Cooperation: To Co-op Or Not to Co-op

What exactly is a co-op? Does your family need a co-op? How do we go about choosing a co-op? This week we will be hearing from Susanne Brown, administrator of Upstate Homeschool Co-op, which happens to be the largest co-op in the country! For all your co-op questions, look no further!

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Why Should Dad Be Involved In Homeschooling?

I told you last week that when David and I did my time inventory, he got a much clearer view of what I do each day—and a much greater appreciation for homeschooling. He was already a spectacular homeschool dad, but he has learned quite a bit himself through the years, and I talked him into sharing his heart with your today. Feel free to grab your husband and join us for this week’s discussion.

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Approaches to Christian Homeschooling – Part 3

A look at Charlotte Mason and unit study materials. This talk will encourage parents to what style of learning works best for their family in homeschooling.   Listen Now

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Christian Homeschooling

Homeworks by Precepts helps to encourage parents in the choosing of the homeschool curriculum. Understanding your childrens needs will help in knowing what is the best homeschool path to follow. Listen Now

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Top Ten Tips for Successfully Graduating Your Child

With 19 years of home education and four homeschool graduates who have successfully been admitted to their chosen universities, Debby Sjogren has learned by success and some failure how to prepare your children to have an amazing high school transcript. Come listen and learn how you can also best prepare your children for their next level of higher education.

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