YMB #148 Why Current Events? with Carl Azuz

Homeschool Better Together with Pam Barnhill

If you're a homeschooling mom looking for ways to incorporate current events into your homeschool, episode 148 of Your Morning Basket is a must-listen! Join host Pam Barnhill and returning guest, Carl Azuz the host and executive producer of The World From A to Z as they delve into the world of news and media literacy. Pam and Carl discuss the importance of engaging kids in meaningful conversations about global events and navigating the complex landscape of media and news consumption.

Carl shares his experience as a news presenter for CNN and his reasons behind creating, "The World From A to Z," a nonpartisan news show designed to provide a well-rounded look at international events, cultures, and stories for students. Discover how "The World From A to Z" can help bring current issues to your homeschool in a family-friendly manner.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how, The World From A to Z provides a well-rounded perspective on news and culture.
• As homeschoolers, we have a unique opportunity to engage our kids in critical thinking conversations about what's happening in the world.
• Carl shares his journey from CNN to creating The World From A to Z, a family friendly news outlet for students.
• Carl encourages multiple perspectives and fact-checking in an ever growing digital age.
• Learn how discussing news and current events can help our children think critically and have meaningful discussions.
• Encourage our children to have well-rounded perspectives, especially on controversial topics.
• Encourage our children to bridge disagreement and polarization within their communities with factual news information.
• The World From A to Z runs a fresh, nine minute episode each weekday.

Links and Resources

• Your Morning Basket Plus
• The World From A to Z
• Carl Azuz's YouTube channel
• Carl Azuz on Your Morning Basket
• Poynter Institute
• Sonlight Homeschool Curriculum

For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to https://pambarnhill.com/ymb148

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