The Homeschool Show

Millions are homeschooling across the country. It’s always inspiring to hear how people began, what teaching methods they use and which curriculum they selected. Today’s guest, Iowan homeschooling mother Galadriel Miller, shares how she came to the realization that she and her husband were responsible for the discipleship of their children, and how this truth profoundly impacted all the educational choices they subsequently made. Topics include: Biblical wisdom, fulfilling your legal obligations to the State, book selection, the value of support groups, tailoring learning to children’s needs, balancing life and schooling.

What are some of the lessons that Animals can teach us about our Creator? Find out with today’s guest, filmmaker Paul Munger who wrote, filmed and edited the Animals in the Bible DVD and Study Guide. To learn more about this Creation Science documentary and accompanying resources visit https://www.pesdirect.com/Products/animals.html

God has shaped History, and understanding that helps us in our present day growth and experience. You’ll appreciate this more after hearing Joy Dean once again talk about the place State History can play in your homeschooling. Additional curriculum offerings reviewed include Geography from a Christian Perspective and The Word in Season Cards. To review curriculum options and purchase resources, visit https://statehistory.net/

Endorsed SWR Trainer, homeschooling mom and teacher Staci Jackson joins us for an in-depth look at this invaluable multi-sensory, phonics-based spelling & reading program. From phonograms to reading mastery, Stacey explains how this effective foundational tool unlocks the door to reading and writing. To learn more about the program visit https://www.pesdirect.com/Products/spell-to-write-and-read.html and for Spell to Write and Read Seminars go to https://swrtraining.com/swr-seminars/

We’re happy to have Scott Bailey on the show today for some discussion about the Christian Home Educators of Iowa Convention. (Note: Some of the content in this particular episode involves past events. For the latest information regarding dates and venues visit https://homeschooliowa.org/conference/ )

Greg goes on the road to interview homeschoolers attending Homeschool Conferences in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Today, he interviews the McCray family, an African-American family who has a unique experience of home education that will encourage you. Additionally, the large Caudle family shares about their journey with a special needs student.

Should I use this curriculum? Factors to consider when selecting curriculum: learning style of student, learning style of teacher, student’s present reading & math abilities, time, and finally budget. Dwight Gullion, the owner of Gullion’s Christian Supply Stores in North Carolina ( https://www.gullions.com/ ) and Nancy Glidewell, Homeschool Curriculum Coordinator, reassure unsure parents that they can do it, they CAN teach their own children at home, in fact they’re already doing it!

Have a preschool or elementary age child, or both? Wondering what to teach and when? Homeschooling Mother and Test Provider Misty Spinelli continues laying out a vision for making homeschooling successful from the earliest years. Topics covered include: nonconformity, love of learning, approaches, unit studies, living books, work vs. fun.

What is a worldview? How many worldviews are there? Does it even matter which worldview you pick when you’re trying to educate students? We’re joined once again by Pastor Derrick Bowman and his wife Lydia to address this foundational issue. Topics covered include: worldviews, school choice, discipleship, home life, Biblical thinking.

How effective is homeschooling? Are there studies and data that answer whether homeschooling is an effective educational method? Yes! You’ll glean a lot in this episode as we dig deep into the data with Dr. Brian Ray of the National Home Education Research Institute (visit https://nheri.org for the latest updates). Since 1985, Dr. Ray has conducted peer-reviewed academic research and journal. His work includes collecting data, conducting surveys, gathering test scores, running sophisticated analysis, and publishing the results for the public, media, courts and legislators. Prepare to be amazed at the eye-opening findings!

Is it legal in every state? How does home education vary from state to state? Today we talk with Spencer Mason of the North Carolinians for Home Education (Spencer is now the law and policy director of NCHE, visit https://www.nche.com for updates). Learn what homeschooling looks like in the state of NC. From support groups to legislation and everything in between, take a closer look at how the process works.

It’s time for a journey across America to observe homeschooling in various states. How does home education vary from state to state? Home Educator Association of Virginia (HEAV.org) Board Member Yvonne Bunn talks about what homeschooling looks like in the state of VA. From support groups to legislation and everything in between, take a closer look at how the process works.