Pigeon Forge 2024

Focuses on strategies and ideas for teaching English by incorporating fun, kinesthetic activities, a component of mastery learning. Through kinesthetics, learning is, actually, expedited. This means using motions, songs, etc., to embed and to expedite the learning of standard English. Attendees participate in active learning, memorable learning, and “do and say” learning that gives children […]

Are you tired? Frustrated? Is your child exhausted and in tears? Be encouraged, because your child is brilliant and he/she has the ability to learn. Using the Cherished Method ©, we address these concerns from a Christian Worldview and dive into scripture to see what God’s Word says.These kids were created for HIM and it […]

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. Speaker Stephen Buettell Listen Now

If you have children approaching high school age (or are already there), no doubt you have had moments of confusion or even fear regarding courses, documentation, career preparation and college. After all, we are fine with the idea of unit studies, field trips and student-led education when they are in elementary school and middle school, […]

Is your parenting stuck on autopilot? Discover how intentional prayer can unlock powerful, personalized strategies for raising children who love God and are grounded in their own faith. In this workshop, you’ll learn to build a prayerful habit that will transform the way you parent and disciple your children, as well as strengthen your relationship […]

Whether this is your first time to Teach Them Diligently or not, you don’t want to miss this essential first session of the weekend. During this hour, you’ll get personalized help to maximize and unlock the full potential of your convention experience—from navigating the event and choosing which sessions to attend to help you meet […]

What if we were never meant to effortlessly be: patient, kind, wise, or good at teaching fractions? What if the areas in which we find ourselves lacking are a gift from the Lord to force more reliance on Him as we parent & home educate? As counter-cultural as these questions are & as much as […]

Help avoid your worst nightmares. Come learn practical, down-to-earth parenting tips from an experienced parental rights attorney. Session includes Q&A. Speaker Bradley Pierce Listen Now

How can a parent be sure their students are prepared for life after high school? When do you begin preparing and what all do you need to do in order to be sure your students are prepared for college? With intention and well-planning, it is not difficult to homeschool your high school student with confidence. […]

Teaching multiple children math during each school day can take a lot of precious time and can cause frustration and even tears. What if you could teach each of your children in just 20 minutes? What if you were using the #1 math program in the world to maximize results? Learn how to save time […]

Learning about resiliency’s many benefits will inspire you to let your children struggle so they can learn from the experiences. You’ll discover how to support and instruct them without over- protecting them or rescuing them too soon. Learn how to walk that fine line, the best ways to help children handle their disappointments when things […]

As parents, we desire to disciple our kids and help them grow the authentic faith they Speaker Kimberly Sorgius Jones Listen Now

Children of all ages are the targets of those who want to sexualize them in the most abominable teachings, and the grooming occurs everywhere, not just in public schools. We need to know WHAT is out there, the TECHNIQUES being used to exploit children, and the RESOURCES and ACTIONS that we can harness to protect […]

Come pack a homeschool survival kit with ideas and tips to happily survive homeschooling. Some moms seem to be able to just naturally keep it all together with 3 meals a day on the table, everybody on schedule with all their assignments, children who clean up after themselves without being asked, babies that only need […]

After working as teachers at home and in more formal settings for over 60 combined years, we have learned a few tricks of the trade to teach a new skill to your child. This is so much more than simply telling your child something new, and he or she magically grasps it. There is a […]

You can’t do everything, but did you know that you shouldn’t even try? In this session, you’ll learn how independent learning decreases burn out, helps students excel, and equips them for life. This workshop will give you the tools to guide your child as they gradually transition to learning independently, whether you have preschoolers or […]

An interactive writing lesson on how to hook readers at the start of a hero’s journey story and keep them engaged. This is a great workshop for aspiring writers, because it helps them jump-start a story by avoiding the frustrations that accompany staring at a blank page. It is also helpful for homeschool teachers who […]

The TTD 2024 Workshop with September McCarthy, “Hybrid Homeschooling: The Best of Both Worlds”, will be geared towards those hoping to learn more about STARTING their own Hybrid Homeschool Model. We will work through the nuts and bolts of “how,” to begin a Hyrbrid Model and where to go from there.  Consider the benefits of […]

Homeschool pioneer Dr. Sandi Queen has been homeschooling her own six children since 1986, and is still homeschooling today. Early on, she discovered that what worked for one child did not necessarily work for another, and started to research different learning styles, and how to best teach each type of learner for maximum effectiveness. Are you struggling […]

On a daily basis, parents around the country are wanting to bring their children home to learn, but they are often at a loss with where to begin. It can be overwhelming to start the process, but once you get going, homeschooling can be easy, refreshing, and enjoyable! Just like we often get a quick […]

Speaker Dr. Ben Carson Listen Now

Educational pioneer, Charlotte Mason, championed the idea of “note booking.” But this wonderful extension of learning can be dated back long before she gave it a name. For centuries, The Greats cataloged what they learned in notebooks, rehearsing their discoveries in a natural way—with pen, paper, and imagination. Find out how to inspire learning through […]

Steve has had nearly 50 years of leadership experience in developing young leaders through pastoral ministry, team mentoring ministry, leadership of three Christian organizations, university presidency, and currently an organization influencing South Carolina legislature in Biblical values. Steve loves to share how we can develop the next generation of wise, Biblical leaders.  Speaker Dr. Steve […]

How fantasy can inspire readers in their spiritual lives, and how to discern good, moral fantasy and identify destructive fantasy. The workshop also provides an extensive list of Christian world view fantasy authors to choose from as well as online resources for parents’ guides to popular books. This is a helpful talk for parents, teachers, […]