Best Homeschooling Podcasts (February, 2015)

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Best Homeschooling podcasts (updated February 28, 2015). Resources for homeschool teachers and students.

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Published about 3 hours ago

Christian Homeschool Moms » Interviews & Encouragement for Homeschooling Moms

Homeschooling tips & interviews, product reviews, and inspirational helps for homeschooling moms of faith.

Fortnightly

Published 1 day ago

The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

The Wired Homeschool provides practical advice for homeschooling parents who currently use (or want to use) digital technology as part of their curriculum. Topics include Internet safety, responsible computer use, smartphones, tablets, e-readers, educational apps, social media, and more. John Wilkerson combines his professional experience in the computer industry with 16 years of homeschooling 7 children alongside his wife to give parents easy to understand advice on the use of various technologies in their homes.

Weekly

Published 2 days ago

101 Homeschool Ideas

101 Homeschool Idea Podcast is the podcast for you: the home school parent and the homeschool student. Subscribe to the podcast if you ever need a little extra motivation, new ideas for learning activities, or help knowing how to get into college. If you are the teacher or the student, these podcasts definitely have something to offer you. In each episode, people will share suggestions that will help you succeed.

Monthly

Published 3 days ago

Savvy Homeschool Moms Podcast

Podcast for homeschooling moms about homeschooling moms...A casual show about the day-to-day of homeschooling...in the trenches with us as we're going through it. Reviews and recommendations, joys and sorrows, challenges and triumphs.

Weekly

Published 5 days ago

Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network » Vintage Homeschool Moms

Vintage Homeschool Moms preserves the best of the past while blessing future generations with the fruit that comes from putting God first and using experience as a teacher. Tune in with a chance to ask your own questions during the live events. You host, Felice Gerwitz, is a Christian wife, mother, and educator-turned-homeschool-mom in 1986. She began homeschooling as a trial and never looked back. Her guests, including co-host Meredith Curtis (the first Monday every Month), with many guests. The topics will range from home education, child rearing, enterprising moms , SAHM (Stay at Home Moms), WAHM (Work at Home Moms), and so much more. Best yet, design your own show! - See more at: http://ultimateradioshow.com/show-hosts/vintage-homeschool-moms/#sthash.OYR5EnqU.dpuf

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Published 5 days ago

Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network » Homeschooling IRL

These witty podcasters like to poke sticks at the conventional and with heaps of grace they will confront a few of the sacred cows that Christian homeschoolers like to worship. Fletch and Kendra love the Gospel and will remind their listeners on every episode of the freedom that Christ pours out in generous amounts. Grace Wins!

Weekly

Published about 1 month ago

The Sociable Homeschooler

Have you ever wondered how people just like you manage to homeschool their children and apparently love every moment of it? Are you ready to give up the formative years of your children’s lives to a stranger? Do you think homeschoolers are weird? Does the word, homeschool, bring to mind Birkenstocks, jumpers, and hairy legs? Honestly half my family fit the hairy leg stereotype…so who cares? I’m here to help you let go of any pre-conceived notions you may have about home educators. Forget all the excuses ever made under the sun for not homeschooling and listen to my show which is a generous mix of my life as the oxymoron, Sociable Homeschooler, international guests from all walks of life and light hearted views and comments about education and basements. I will also bend your ear with excerpts from my soon to be published book, also entitled, The Sociable Homeschooler, which chronicles many good causes for why my blue eyed cowboy and I chose to go off the deep end hand in hand with God and have everyone talking about us behind our backs and in the end winning them over. Come and be won over on Toginet Radio Live on Fridays, if only to get a weekly taste of Britain.

Every few days

Published 3 months ago

iHomeschool Hangouts Podcast

Each week a panel of homeschool moms chat about things that matter to us-- teaching our children, curriculum, parenting, managing our homes, and self-care. The iHomeschool Hangouts Podcast is an audio version of the weekly Google Plus hangouts held by the iHomeschool Network bloggers on Thursdays at 2 PM ET (except summer and major holidays).

Daily

Published 5 months ago

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Published 6 months ago

The Homeschool Leadercast

The Homeschool Leadercast is a free Christian talk show, aired 3 times weekly, focusing on home education. The Homeschool Leadercast features inspiring and resourceful interviews with sought-after home education speakers and leaders who love Christ and want to share their knowledge and passion with the homeschool community worldwide.

Fortnightly

Published 6 months ago

Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network » The Homeschool Sanity Show

Your prescription for happier, healthier homeschooling with Christian psychologist and veteran homeschooling mother of six, Dr. Melanie Wilson, who interviews experts on the issues that drive you crazy.

Weekly

Published 9 months ago

Homeschool Adventure Show

Are you curious about homeschoolers? This Show speaks from the child’s viewpoint as they grow and learn. Homeshooling is not work, it’s an adventure.

Every few months

Published over 1 year ago

Homeschool Inspired

It's about finding joy in the journey. Homeschooling isn't just about educating our children, it's about discovering the beauty in all the everyday stuff.

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074: 8 Fruit of the Spirit Resources for Homeschoolers

19:28 about 3 hours ago

(This blog post contains an affiliate link.) Many of us celebrated Valentine’s Day this February, and once again, hearts, chocolates, and teddy bears made their way into my home- but you’ll hear no apologies here since chocolate hearts and teddy bears are among two of my favorite things. Also, my husband and I were able […]

Is Twitter Safe for Teens? – WHS 142 - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

16:31 1 day ago

In last week’s podcast I gave a general overview of how you can promote a safe mobile experience for your kids. I want to expand on that in the upcoming weeks by discussing various social media platforms, how teens are using them today, and whether or not it’s safe for your teens to be using these platforms. Note my use of the word “teen”. This is important. Many social media networks unless they are specifically designed for younger kids have a minimum age requirement of 13. There are many good reasons for this and hopefully you’ll learn why I’ve chosen to wait to introduce my kids to social media. This week I’m talking about Twitter. Twitter describes itself as a service that “helps you create and share ideas and information instantly, without barriers.” It is a micro-blogging service that is mostly used to share information and news. It used to be more about brief conversations but that has change over the years. The Wired Homeschool is underwritten by Scholaric: The homeschool planner...

Ep. 63 Five Lessons from Teachings

28:44 2 days ago

Today’s episode focuses on 5 critical lessons I have learned from my career as a teacher. There are so many things that we learn as we spend time with children in a parenting or teaching capacity. I was going to call this the TOP 5 LESSONS ABOUT TEACHING, but then I realized that I could CONTINUE

Homeschooling with Experience-Based Learning (Ep #53, 2/22/15)

59:10 3 days ago

In this episode, the moms discuss temporarily switching gears with math and Tina shares more details on her new “Experience-Based Learning” system and announces an exciting new program! Links in this Episode: Timez Attack Quick Math Traveling Through History with Doctor Who Moodle Homeschool Homeschooling with the Amazing Race Facebook group Beast Academy Exceptional Parents Unlimited Rogue Festival Episode where Experience Based Learning was introduced “Curriculum Doesn’t Work for Every Homeschooler“ “My New Experience-Based Learning System“ Julie Gilbert’s EXCELLENT “Stickability” book ($6) Cowgirls Guide to Riding Wild Donkeys” (free ebook!) Homeschooling-Ideas.com –free homeschool planner “Planned Spontaneity” Homeschooling with Experience-Based Learning Facebook group Minecraft Homeschool Books in this Episode: Tina: Together – Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling Maeven (14) – Chipmunks on the Doorstep by Edwin Tunis Tyren (9) – The Capture (#1 in the Guardians of Ga...

A Baptism, A Wedding and A Funeral

5 days ago

A Baptism, A Wedding and a Funeral – Let’s Talk about Life – The UPs and The Downs with your host Felice Gerwitz In the past months I’ve run the gamut of life by attending a funeral, a baptism and a wedding. All in that order. While I’m sure the Lord has a plan for each of us, and no one knows the time of our last breath, it is still difficult to deal with tragedy when it strikes. Today I discuss how I’m able to cope – and ways you can as well. Contact Felice at any time! Reach her at Felice (at) Media Angels.com Share with a friend! Show Notes: A Baptism – A Wedding – and – A Funeral Scriptures that help in time of need: Phillipians 4:4 – 4:6-8 Romans 15:11 Isaiah 41:10 1 Corithians 10:13 Proverbs 3:5-6 Proverbs 12:25 Romans 8:26 Joshua 1:9 Matthew 11:28-30 John 10:10 Proverbs 17:22 Matthew 11:28 2 Timothy 1:7-18 John 3:16 Luke 23:34 Psalm 46:10 Handout Just For You! Encouragement for those who suffer This word art is for you to hang on your wall – it is created from the verse Proverbs...

Ask Us Anything You Want, Again – HIRL Episode 40

28:17 5 days ago

Fletch and Kendra are back in the hot-seat for another round of questions. On this 40th episode of Homeschooling In Real Life, we are answering questions from our listening audience again. Questions we tackle in this episode include: What do you do with the college kids that live in your home and interrupt your homeschool life? Any advice for incorporating an adoptive child into your homeschool family? Plus a follow-up question from Episode 36 where a homeschool mom asks about making the more difficult subjects more fun! Please join us! Go grab your spouse, sit down, and listen along as we answer your questions on this episode of Homeschooling In Real Life – To Go! Show Notes Steve Donahue – Homeschool Hope How Pursuing Your Gifts Impacts Your Kids You Never Stop Being a Parent Timeline 4:58 – Question 1/Stacy – College kids 8:20 – Question 2/Erika – Adoption 10:55 – Question 3/Jenny – Teaching the tough subjects 13:00 – Question 4/Carmen – Idol of college education 18:44 – Question 5/Ally...

Ep. 62 Getting Children to DO Hard Things

30:44 8 days ago

Episode 62: Getting Our Children to Do HARD Things Hey everyone, welcome back. I have a couple of books I want to review for you today. One is a book that I think you should completely avoid: Founding Mothers: The Women Who Raised Our Nation by Cokie Roberts. It is a New York Bestseller, but CONTINUE

How to Keep Your Social Media Sanity – WHS 141 - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

18:23 8 days ago

Social media is a virtual minefield for some parents that is very difficult to navigate. This week I’m sharing some practical tips for parents to implement in their homes to help keep their sanity and also teach their teens to use social media responsibly. The Wired Homeschool is underwritten by Scholaric: The homeschool planner that SAVES you time. Plan, track, and organize your homeschool more easily than you ever imagined. Start your free trial at today. Thanks to all the individual patrons who have supported the podcast. Quote of the Week “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” —Martin Luther King, Jr. Speaking Schedule I will be speaking at CFHE Homeschool Conference on March 13th, 2015 at 5:30 PM EST via Skype. My topic will be one I get a lot of requests for: A Parent’s Guide to Making Friends Social Media. Connect Socially! Subscribe, Rate & Review in iTunes Leave...

Ep. 61 Teaching Nature’s Way

21:47 10 days ago

I’m back!!!! It has been such a long time since I have been able to really sit down and plan out a solid episode. It felt a little strange sitting in front of the mic again. You will hear it in this episode–wow, practice is not overrated. In spite of my return jitters and all CONTINUE

Pros and Cons of College for Homeschoolers

12 days ago

What are the Pros and Cons of College for Homeschoolers? As a homeschool parent with a college degree, I worried about being unbiased about the pros and cons of college for homeschoolers – as my children excelled in the home environment. Did they really need to go to college? I thought they did. Out of five children, I will very possibly have the majority not opt for college. To me, a college snob that was untenable. However, homeschooling often matures the parents as they study alongside their children and for me, I now know it is ultimately a decision each child must make. But, how to let go? In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, Felice Gerwitz shares how she went through the process, step-by-step. Show Notes: 1. Begin with prayer 2. Look at career aptitude tests. Here are some recommendations. Pros and Cons of College – Begin with Career Apptitude Career Direct Career Direct Online Christian Career Center Christian Net College Degrees Riley Guide Assessment 3. Look at the jobs...

I Love Homeschooling…But I’m Totally Burned Out – HIRL Episode 39

44:16 12 days ago

Let’s be real folks! It’s February and the mid-year doldrums can hit any of us. One of our listeners sent us an email with five questions. His questions were all about wanting to throw in the towel. As we read through the questions he asked, we decided to combine all of them and return to a previous theme with this episode called “I Love Homeschooling…But I’m Burned Out.” Don’t be confused, this is not an episode for JUST homeschool moms. Homeschool dads and moms alike are going to like this show. We turned our microphones onto other loyal listeners and asked them how they survived homeschool burnout in their home. These homeschool moms did not disappoint! Their answers were terrific and timely as we approach the midpoint in our homeschool classrooms. Episode Timeline 2:12 – Introduction – The Fluff! 10:30 – Question 1 – Have you ever wanted to throw in the towel and put the kids in public school? 18:33 – Question 2 – Has mom ever been burned out? 24:35 – Question 3 – Has there ever been...

Three New Reviews! (Ep #52, 2/8/15)

1:20:22 14 days ago

In this episode the mom’s review 2 art activity books by MaryAnn Kohl and the All About Reading program from All About Learning Press! Links in this episode: BattleBots National Alliance of Secular Homeschoolers School Choice Teleconference, on the Dreaded S Word, Socialization Mari Beth Buckroth, AKA The Inappropriate Homeschooler (who we interviewed last summer, her episodes are #44 and #45) Scholastic Book Sale Mythbusters, Confirm or Bust Science Fair Book #2 The Star Wars Science Fair Lego Chain Reaction James Herriot’s Treasury for Children Homeschooling with Experience-Based Learning Minecraft Homeschool Moodle Traveling Through History with Doctor Who The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones Homeschool Realm blog posts about Young Indiana Jones Reviewed Products: Discovering Great Artists and Great American Artists for Kids by Maryann Kohl Maryann Kohl also has many other art related teaching books. All About Reading from All About Learning Press Books in this Episode: Beckie: Together...

Teens, Tweens, Social Media, and Mobile Devices by the Numbers – WHS 140 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

20:40 17 days ago

This week I share a number of interesting facts about kids, parents, and social media. I also answer a listener’s question about learning computer skills online. The Wired Homeschool is underwritten by Scholaric: The homeschool planner that SAVES you time. Plan, track, and organize your homeschool more easily than you ever imagined. Start your free trial at today. Thanks to all the individual patrons who have supported the podcast. Quote of the Week “Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.” —George Washington Carver Staggering Stats* on Kids and Social Media 70% of teens aged 13 to 17 now use smartphones 80% of parents say they have no idea how to monitor their kids’ activities online 95% of teens have at least one social network account —86% on Facebook —59% on Twitter —46% on Instagram —42% on Pinterest —38% on Tumblr 85% of kids aged 10 to 12 have Facebook accounts; the minimum age to join is 13 25% of kids spend 5 to 6 hours a day online 62% of parents don’t think...

Moms Who Work AT Home

19 days ago

Let’s Talk about Working Moms with your host Felice Gerwitz Are you considering the idea of become a work at home mom? Or are you currently a work at home mom? (WAHM)? In this broadcast you will learn ways to make the transition easier and Felice shares the things she wishes she had known before she wrote her first book! With a few key things in place you can have a wonderful experience with the added benefit of teaching your children, and having them learn business principles as well. Contact Felice at any time! Reach her at Felice (at) Media Angels.com Show Notes: Here is the test I shared on this episode – for the answers listen to the broadcast: Being a work at home mom can be equally rewarding and frustrating. Let’s take a test answer true or false to the following questions: Very organized – you have a list for everything and everything (or mostly everything) in it’s place. You are a procrastinator; you wait until the very last minute to get jobs done. You are not overly organized...

Balancing Home Business and Homeschool – HIRL Episode 38

33:17 19 days ago

We were contacted a few weeks ago by HIRLer Derek Anderson who asked: Could you talk about the challenges of owning a home business as a homeschooler? For many homeschoolers, owning a home business is the dream. The idea that small business ownership provides the ultimate in freedom and flexibility for a homeschool family is sought by many. The ability to introduce your homeschooled children to your vocation and the world of business seems like a perfect fit for homeschool families. However, as you can sense from the question being asked, we want to pursue the truth behind homeschooling with a home business. The benefits are there, but the truth remains: owning a home business as a homeschooling family comes with challenges. The balance of time, the isolation as a solo businessperson, and maintaining an income flow are all daily, weekly, and monthly challenges for homeschooling families that own and operate a home business. On this edition of HomeschooingIRL To Go, we invite you to join...

Teaching Art Online with Rob Jensen from Art for Kids Hub – WHS 139 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

30:00 23 days ago

This week I’m super-psyched to bring you an interview with Rob Jensen from Art for Kids Hub. Rob Jensen is a father of three and husband to one. His YouTube channel and website have hundreds of videos that teach kids (and parents too) how to draw, paint, and more. Rob graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelors in Fine Art and used to work for Ford Motor Company. After a successful career with Ford, he and his wife decided to move closer to home to focus more on family. Today, Rob records videos with his three kids (Chuckers, Hads, and Austin) every week and shows kids how to bring out their inner artist. The Wired Homeschool is underwritten by Scholaric: The homeschool planner that SAVES you time. Plan, track, and organize your homeschool easier than you ever imagined. Start your free trial at today. Thanks to all the individual patrons who have supported the podcast. Quote of the Week “I have always been a learner because I knew nothing.” —Sidney Poitier Thanks to Mumof3kiwis...

True Love

26 days ago

What is true love? Is it racey like in the movie “Fifty Shades of Grey”? The prince on the stead or is it more like the love of two elderly grey-haired people walking hand-in-hand? Whatever you think true love is, I invite you to tune in to today’s episode of Vintage Homeschool Mom’s, Lunch with Meredith and Felice to hear their top three true-love, must-haves! Handout here: Lunch with Meredith and Felice – True Love The post True Love appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network.

Can We Be Friends With Our Kids – HIRL Episode 37

46:28 26 days ago

We are talking about relationships and asking the question, “Is it possible to be friends with our homeschool kids?” Most homeschooling families seem to have a good understanding of curriculum to use with their kids. Conventions and conferences often address how to teach math, writing and language. As parents we also have a natural understanding for disciplining our children and what household management should look like in our homes. However, what we often find lacking in homeschool families is the focus on developing relationships between parents and children. We have discussed on our show before how many of these homeschool graduates seem to be “escaping” their homes and fleeing their families. We are joined on this episode by author and homeschool mom, Karen Campbell, who addresses that very issue in her book Relationship Homeschooling. Karen shares with our listeners what it means to look at your children as your brothers and sisters in the Lord and how to apply the “one-anothers...

January 2015 Tech News Round-Up — WHS 138 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

20:11 about 1 month ago

Rather than cover a specific topic this week I thought I’d do a news round-up episode. Alot has happened in the month of January. I’m not even going to get into news from CES but I think these highlights from the month will be fun to talk about. Housekeeping A big thanks to the second Patron of the podcast, Lori Silsbee from New Zealand. It’s nice to get some international support. Please consider supporting the podcast via Patreon. I got some great feed back from Fletch at Homeschooling in Real Life. January 2015 Tech News Round-Up Windows 10 upgrades free for one year – Microsoft recently made an announcement to the press about their new upcoming operating system, Windows 10. The biggest announcement was that users of Windows 7, Windows 8.x, and Windows Phone 8.1 would be able to upgrade for free for one year after the release date. Apple Watch in April – Apple CEO Tim Cook announce in company’s quarterly earnings call that the highly anticipated Apple Watch would most likely ship in...

Homeschooling while Working Outside the Home (Ep #51, 1/25/15)

1:29:25 about 1 month ago

In this episode, the moms answer the question “Can you homeschool and work outside of the home?” by talking with 3 working moms that are actually doing it! Links in this Episode: Create Your Shining Year Life+Biz Workbook SARK Leonie Dawson Minecraft Homeschool Traveling Through History with Doctor Who Terraria Terraria story starter HomeRoutines app Homeschooling with Experience-Based Learning, Tina’s new Facebook group. Original article on Tina’s blog on experience-based learning Dyslexic Typeface Books in this Episode: Tina: Together–Finished King George: What Was His Problem?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn’t Tell You About the American Revolution by Steve Sheinkin, (more books by Steve Sheinkin)…started reading Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling Maeven (age 14)–Still working on Frost Wolf (Book 4 in the Wolves of the Beyond series) by Kathryn Lasky Nonfiction picture books read: Why Don’t You Get a Horse, Sam Adams? by Jean Fritz A Drop Of Water: A Book of Science...

073:My not-so-perfect homeschooling days

14:42 about 1 month ago

I’m sure I mentioned that our family just moved about three months ago in another post. With that move came a large shift in our homeschooling routine. In fact, for the past few months we haven’t had much of a routine at all. In double fact, my homeschooling days have been far from perfect. Up […]
By Demetria Zinga

How Do I Make Homeschooling Fun? – HIRL Episode 36

14:04 about 1 month ago

Surprise! Surprise! Surprise! We love to surprise our listeners with fun stuff! We are super excited to announce that Homeschooling In Real Life has become a WEEKLY podcast. That’s right! Each and every week we plan on releasing a brand new show for you. But here’s the deal: great content and interviews take a lot of time and we are a busy homeschooling family just like you. So, on the off weeks, we will be putting together a shorter show that requires less production (and less coffee for Fletch). We are calling these shows Homeschooling In Real Life – To Go! You can expect the format to be a little more casual. We will be taking these out of the studio, recording on the road, on the run, around the table, anywhere we find a discussion. These episodes may be as simple as answering a question, grabbing someone for a quick interview or maybe an expansion of our thoughts from a previous week. And we are doing it ALL FOR YOU! Thanks for being the best audience in the world of homeschool podcasting...
By Fletch

Yearly Homeschool Evaluations – Middle of the Year Check Up

28:16 about 1 month ago

Let’s Talk About Your Yearly Homeschool Evaluation with A Middle of the Year Check-Up We go to the doctor’s office for yearly evaluation, but never consider looking at your yearly homeschool evaluations at the middle of the year. The place to being any formal check-up process is now! One year I was so upset that my year had fallen apart and my lofty goals were just not being met that I devised a series of check lists to help me get back on track. I was so worried that at our yearly homeschool evaluations I would be told that I had done a poor job. I was so happy the thought occured to me in the middle-of-the-year, while I still had time to remedy the situation. I devised a series of checklists (something totally against this spontaneous person’s grain!) and I loved it! Today I share the second in the three-part series with you! In this session you will take a hard look at your year and if you are off track – look at ways to get back on track…especially before the dreaded yearly homeschool...
By Felice Gerwitz

Finding the Sacred in the Secular with Michael T. Hansen – WHS 137 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

32:00 about 1 month ago

Michael T Hansen is a Digital Missionary and the founder of the Great Commission Transmission Network. He has over 8 years of podcasting and Internet broadcasting experience. After producing and hosting over 400 podcast episodes on a variety of subjects Michael is now focusing his time and talent in digital new media toward fulfilling the Great Commission. Matt Kamla is my first Patreon supporter! He writes, “My inauguration into manhood wasn’t killing a deer, it was Geek Week at the CES show when it was in Chicago. All this great wisdom, and understanding, and for the life of me I struggle with helping my wife understand how to put a contact into her phone. Your podcast has been so helpful, because it helps me understand how to better communicate with, and help homeschool my children with my wife. You have helped me to breakdown what I know and use, into simple, applicable steps to support my family.” Consider supporting the podcast through Patreon. Online resources mentioned in the podcast...
By John Wilkerson

Getting Published – Publishing 101 What You Need to Know

about 1 month ago

Let’s Talk about Getting Published – Publishing 101 – What You Need To Know with your host Felice Gerwitz Today we discuss the next step after you write a manuscript. Publishing 101 – what you need to get started. How do you get a book in print? When is it ready? How do you sell it? These and other questions are answered in this session. Felice is an author and publisher with over sixty products in print and digital format. This show isn’t just for moms – it is for anyone who has wanted to see their own manuscript in print! Show Notes – Publishing 101- What You Need to Know: Writer’s tools Adobe Creative Cloud Apps – includes InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe PDF and more for a low monthly fee. Create Space - Amazon Self Publishing Service – no cost to set up a title. You must understand the requirements – learning curve for non-techie Software Products Microsoft Office Features editing software Documents are returned corrected Interior of Book InDesign Word Publisher Photoshop Professional Cover...
By Felice Gerwitz

Black Sheep Homeschoolers – HIRL Episode 35

49:20 about 1 month ago

Sometimes our listeners ask tough questions of us, and then our most meaningful episodes are created. On this episode of HomeschoolingIRL, Fletch and Kendra respond to listener Cindy, who asked, “What if your child is the black sheep of the homeschool group, the one the kids won’t play with?” It’s a tender topic, and one that requires an extra measure of grace and the gospel. How do we help our black-sheep homeschooled kids, and maybe more importantly, how do we love the black sheep homeschoolers in our own community? Episode Timeline 2:45 Introduction to the podcast 9:27 Studio Discussion Part 1 – 17:45 Answering the Reader’s Questiion 31:17 Studio Discussion Part 2 42:40 Q and A with K and A [Powerpress] Join Fletch (from theMangoTimes) and Kendra (from Preschoolers and Peace) for the HomeschoolingIRL podcast every two weeks as they interview guests and talk through some of the goofiness they have experienced in nearly two decades of Homeschooling In Real Life. The post Black Sheep Homeschoolers...
By Kendra Fletcher

Earth Ship Radio: Ian McNeny & Parentals

1:01:19 about 1 month ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

9 Ways to Use Tech With a Purpose in Homeschooling – WHS 136 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

21:07 about 1 month ago

Tech is great when used correctly. It’s even better when there is a purpose behind using tech. This is especially important in homeschooling. One thing I’ve noticed is that some families jump head first into using tech for homeschooling with having a purpose for the tech they’re using. I recently saw a Tweet from Mark Anderson that linked to an infographic he created that encapsulates many of the ideas that I’ve expressed in the past. On purposeful use of technology http://t.co/C6NrIMPzCx #ukedchat, #edchat — Mark Anderson (@ICTEvangelist) January 14, 2015 This infographic is brilliant (despite incorporating an over-used meme). Image credit: ITCEvangelist.com 9 Ways to Use Tech With a Purpose in Homeschooling Use Tech for a Purpose Choose the Activity for Learning Don’t Worry If It Doesn’t Work as Expected Plan Carefully So Tech Enhances Don’t Use Tech If It Doesn’t Enhance Learning Use Tech for Learning Collaboratively Ask for a Digital Leader to Help Remind Yourself Not Knowing is OK...
By John Wilkerson

The Sociable Homeschooler – Vivienne McNeny

about 2 months ago

Ready? Meet The Sociable Homeschooler – Vivienne McNeny Have you ever wondered how people just like you manage to homeschool their children and apparently love every moment of it? Are you ready to give up the formative years of your children’s lives to a stranger? Do you think homeschoolers are weird? Does the word, homeschool, bring to mind Birkenstocks, jumpers, and hairy legs? Honestly half of my family fit the hairy leg stereotype…so who cares? I’m here to help you let go of any pre-conceived notions you may have about home educators. Forget all the excuses ever made under the sun for not homeschooling and listen to my show which is a generous mix of my life as the oxymoron, Sociable Homeschooler, international guests from all walks of life and light hearted views and comments about education and basements. I will also bend your ear with excerpts from my soon to be published book, also entitled, The Sociable Homeschooler, which chronicles many good causes for why my blue eyed cowboy...
By Felice Gerwitz

The Savvy Homeschool Kids (Ep #50, 1/4/15)

1:38:58 about 2 months ago

In this episode the moms interview the Savvy Homeschool Kids, Dani, Maeven and Tyren! 1979 Happy Days Softball…Tina saw them on their 1983 tour, just a few years later. (Only pic I could find online) Tina’s friendly neighborhood peacock Links in this Episode: Forbidden Island Lego Birthday Party on a Budget Miracle Fruit Tablets Henry Winkler Hank Zipzer, the World’s Greatest Underachiever Tales from the Jungle Crews Settlers of Catan Ticket to Ride Terraria Danielle: Wizard 10 Rainbow Loom Judy Moody Foresterie Underground Gardens Number the Stars by Lois Lowry Tyr: Animal Jam Maeve: Crystal Cave Books in this Episode: Beckie: The Nerdist Podcast Welcome to Nightvale Sleep With Me (a small warning, the episodes are marked explicit by iTunes, and I have never heard an entire episode, but what I have heard is mostly PG) Together: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by JK Rowling Three Cups of Tea (young readers edition) by Greg Mortenson Dear Dr. Bell…Your Friend Helen Keller by Judith...
By Tina Smith and Beckie Tetrault

Why is Unique Sometimes a Challenge? Shannah Godfrey

1:02:19 about 2 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

Looking Ahead to 2015 – WHS 135 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

10:01 about 2 months ago

Photo credit: Ryan McGuire/Bells Design I’ve midway through my 10th year of podcasting. It’s the middle of the 5th year of The Wired Homeschool. I’m excited for the year ahead and want you to participate! Listen in as I share my plans for the podcast in the year ahead. Show Notes Introduction 0:00 – 0:28 Patreon 0:29 – 1:47 Corporate underwriters 1:48 – 3:02 Interviews planned for each month 3:03 – 4:07 Release dates 4:08 – 5:01 Northeast Homeschool Conventions 5:02 – 7:18 Dash & Dot Review 7:19 – 9:13 Closing Remarks 9:14 – 10:01 Connect Socially! Subscribe, Rate & Review in iTunes Leave a Voicemail You can call 518-290-0228 to leave me a message or use this convenient widget to record a message right from your computer. Etc. Want to be notified of any upcoming news regarding the podcast or if I’m speaking in your area? Join my spam-free mailing list. You’ll receive monthly updates and news about future projects and I’ll let you know if I’m speaking in your area at a homeschooling...
By John Wilkerson

Small Changes to Create an Everlasting Impact on Your Family

51:29 about 2 months ago

Let’s Talk about Getting a Head Start on the New Year – Small Changes that Impact Your Family in an Everlasting and positive way! with your host Felice Gerwitz and co-host, Meredith Curits Did you know that New Year’s resolutions typically last three whole days! Why is that? What can you do to make those changes you want to make, good changes and help your family as well? Listen in to this session with Felice and Meredith as they share great ways to make small changes that can impact have an everlasting impact on your family. Here is the list from both Meredith and Felice: Small Changes to Create an Everlasting Impact on Your Family! Remember, small changes do not happen all at one time, you can try to implement these slowly. Listen to the audio for more from these two ladies and enjoy a glass of ice-tea, water or coffee… and please share this page with a friend. Meredith’s List: 1. Pray together as a family. 2. Ask more questions and listen. 3. Applaud hard work Felice’s List: 1. Prayer...
By Felice Gerwitz

Christ in the Chaos – HIRL Episode 34

51:37 about 2 months ago

Kimm Crandall was the perfect homeschooling mom: she had her curriculum chosen carefully, her children lined up quietly and obediently in the church pew, and her home-ground wheat bread delivered piping hot from her oven. She was doing everything “right”. Still, God seemed angry with her, and she felt as if nothing she did would make Him happy with her. As she polished up the outside, she was dying slowly on the inside, bound up by her own good works and suffocating under the lack of grace within the homeschooling community she was a part of. It’s an important and tender interview, peppered with humor and self-effacing realism. But the beautiful truth here is that Kimm boldly and bravely points us back to the Jesus, the only One who redeems every mess, every moment, and every bit of chaos. Episode Timeline 3:50 Introduction to the podcast 15:06 Studio Discussion Part 1 – When homeschooling turns from blessing to burden 22:20 Interview with Kimm Crandall, Part 1 – From normalcy to chaos...
By Kendra Fletcher

Diospi Suyana Debt Free: Dr. Klaus-Dieter John

1:02:24 about 2 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

Christmas as a Missionary: Marcia Washburn

54:16 2 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

7 Alternatives to Apple’s Podcasts App – App Advent – WHS 134 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

12:17 2 months ago

If you have an Android smartphone or tablet or if you’re not happy with the built-in Podcasts app in iOS you’re in luck! There are many apps out in the Android and iOS stores to choose from. Here are seven apps that are worth giving a try. 1. Beyond Pod (Android only)- Play thousands of free audio and video podcasts from all over the world! With nearly 3 million downloads, BeyondPod’s streamlined interface and powerful controls give you easy access to millions of audio and video episodes from small publishers like local radio stations to “big name” publishers like CNN, ESPN, BBC, CBC. Lite (Free, $6.99 for Pro version) 2. doubleTwist (Android only)- A delicious music player and podcast manager with a beautiful, easy-to-use interface. It eliminates the need to jump between different apps to play music, manage podcasts, or sync iTunes playlists. You can AirPlay music and videos from your Android with the optional AirSync purchase! (Free, $8.99 for Pro version) 3. Downcast (iOS only)- Download...
By John Wilkerson

Ep. 60 In Freedom’s Cause: Interview with Bill Heid

1:06:05 2 months ago

George Alfred Henty (1832-1902) was an author and a war correspondent, but his best work was the historical adventure books. As a homeschooling parent, you may have read some (or all) of them, but you have NEVER experienced G. A. Henty the way I did last week thanks to Heirloom Audio Productions. I am CONTINUE
By Brian Ricks: PhD in Educational Leadership, Entrepreneur, Homeschool Enthusiast

The Greatest Gift

2 months ago

Have you wondered about the greatest gift? How about the gift of self? Felice Gerwitz shares the real meaning of giving and that is the gift of giving or yourself – with the use of the acronym S.E.L.F. she explains how she has found joy in the service to others. Many people think the greatest gift is love – but without giving of yourself, there is no love. Listen to this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms as Felice explains how to make it happen using the four letters S.E.L.F as a reminder. The post The Greatest Gift appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network.
By Felice Gerwitz

I Love Homeschooling, But I’m Not A Good Teacher – HIRL Episode 33

43:15 2 months ago

So you don’t have a teaching credential and you’ve never been to college. Does this make you unqualified to teach your kids at home? Continuing in our series of “I Love Homeschooling But…” we get real with this idea of feeling inadequate to teach your children and discuss, “I Love Homeschooling, But I’m Not A Good Teacher.” Let’s face it. Many homeschoolers face this question. There are parents who avoid homeschooling because they feel like they just don’t have the credibility to teach their kids at home. Many other homeschoolers convince themselves along the way that their kids would be better in a classroom with a “real” teacher. It is time to talk about this out loud. Join us on this episode as we sit down with two guests. First, private school principal and homeschool father, Steve Wilkins sits down and works through this question with us. What does it mean to be a successful teacher with your kids. You just might be surprised with his answer. Second, after listening to Episode 31...
By Fletch

072:Christmas Recipes & A Craft

20:10 2 months ago

Christmas is coming soon and I am in the mood for some holiday grub. Like most of you, I am Pinterest addict, and try to find the solution to almost every craft or recipe right from my Pinterest boards. In this episode I’ll share with you 2 Christmas recipes I’ve either already tried or have penned […]
By Demetria Zinga

Demme Learning: Gretchen Roe

56:16 2 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

Top 5 Free Kids Apps: App Advent – WHS 133 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

11:46 2 months ago

1. Dr. Seuss Treasury: Over 50 Dr. Seuss classic books in one app! Your child will love reading these Dr. Seuss classics with their favorite characters – the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch, the Lorax, Sam-I-Am, and many, many more! Parents can see their children’s reading skills improve with statistics for number of books read, hours read, pages turned, and words tapped. Try it FREE for 7 days, then subscribe for unlimited access to a library of 55 digital books you can take with you anywhere. 2. Toca Hair Salon – Christmas Gift: Cut, color and style Santa Claus beard and hair! In this Christmas edition of the smash hit Toca Hair Salon, you can choose between styling Santa Claus or a funny Christmas tree! And best of all? It’s completely FREE! Let your kids run their own Christmas themed Hair Salon! Cut, color, comb and blow-dry lifelike hair on two different cute characters. Using your fingers you can make any hair style you want! And of course – take a snapshot and save your creations! 3...
By John Wilkerson

Tricia Goyer – Mom’s Night Out

3 months ago

Mom’s Night Out with Special Guest, Tricia Goyer. Felice Gerwitz is your host as she interviews Tricia Goyer, a mom of six, married for 25 years and an author of the novelization of the movie “Mom’s Night Out.” Tricia shares how she juggles a busy schedule as well as how she prays before big projects. This is an inspiring session with an amazing, and godly lady. Tricia was contacted to write the novel after the movie was created, what a switch! After watching the movie many times, Tricia got it — and more, she identified to the different characters — that was her at different times of her life. With Christian undertones the book speaks to each of us, who have been overwhelmed. Affiliate Links: The post Tricia Goyer – Mom’s Night Out appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network.
By Felice Gerwitz

Multi-Cultural Studies for Homeschool iHomeschool Hangout & Podcast

38:46 3 months ago

Why should homeschoolers include multi-cultural studies? And what are the best resources for doing that? Special guest Kim Vij shares her favorite sites, Pinterest tips, and community involvement ideas that will enrich your homeschool experience with the wonder of other cultures. EVENT PAGE December 11, 2014 Episode Multi-Cultural Studies for Homeschool Google Plus event page VIDEO Watch here or on YouTube. AUDIO Subscribe in iTunes, subscribe in Stitcher, or listen here.
By iHomeschool Hangouts Podcast

Media Angels: Felice Gerwitz

53:41 3 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio

Top 5 Free Education Apps: App Advent – WHS 132 – The Wired Homeschool - The Wired Homeschool – Tech, Tools, & Tips for Homeschooling the Internet

10:44 3 months ago

1. iTunes U: iTunes U is the best way to create and experience courses on iPad. The iTunes U app gives you access to complete courses from leading universities and other schools — plus the world’s largest digital catalog of free education content — right on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. Whether you’re majoring in molecular biology at a university, taking Spanish in high school, or just interested in European history, you now have a valuable tool to help you learn anytime, anywhere. 2. Elevate – Brain Training: Elevate is a brain training program designed to improve focus, speaking skills, processing speed, memory, math skills, and more. Each person is provided with his or her own personalized training program that adjusts over time to maximize results. The more you train with Elevate, the more you’ll improve critical cognitive skills that are proven to boost productivity, earning power, and self-confidence. Users who train at least 4 times per week have reported dramatic gains and increased...
By John Wilkerson

Parties with Kids

3 months ago

Planning or attending parties can be difficult enough, however planning parties for kids — little kids, can be unnerving for some. Well, not for Felice who has had over thirty-five years of hosting parties with little ones underfoot! Her inspiration was her mother, who always said, “A home is always as big as the floor space!” And so, with plenty of floor space Felice has hosted family dinners, and special occasions for ages 84 down to newborns. Listen to this podcast to learn ways the little ones can enjoy their time, and so can the adults. Listen to this podcast on Holiday Planning: Decorating for more ideas. Contact Felice at any time! Reach her at Felice (at) Media Angels.com Share with a friend! Show Notes Parties with Kids: Attending a Party with kids, rules that may help. Details on the audio. 1. No running indoors even if your friends are running. 2. Do not touch anything unless you are invited to by an adult. 3. Decorations are to look at – I’ll be happy to walk over and see the...
By Felice Gerwitz

I Love Homeschooling But I Am Totally Disorganized – HIRL Episode 32

37:17 3 months ago

So you love the idea of homeschooling, but you are totally disorganized? Is this a deal killer? Should you pack up your kids and send them off to the local school house where they will be kept on track by rigid teaching plans that maintain scope and sequence? It’s time for us all to get real with one another. Is your lack of organization thwarting your efforts at homeschooling? At the end of the day, the week, the month, are you constantly playing catch-up and putting out the fires caused by disorganization? If so, this is the episode you will want to listen to. What about the other side of this issue? As a busy productive homeschool parent, have you forgotten along the way that relationships need to come before agendas? Are you such a task-master that you forgot the children God gave you to develop loving relationships with? Organization in the homeschool can be both a blessing and a curse. On this episode of Homeschooing In Real Life, join Fletch and Kendra as they get transparent with...
By Andy and Kendra Fletcher

Raising Grown Ups: Carol Topp

1:02:55 3 months ago

By The Sociable Homeschooler on Toginet Radio