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“Stories really are the key. I like to look at them as the meat. Everything else is a side dish.” ~ Linda Lacour Hobar Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. 🔎 Unlock the secrets to making history an exciting adventure for your homeschoolers, as Linda Lacour Hobar joins Yvette Hampton for our Homeschooling Every Subject series. Discover the “hows” of teaching history to captivate both...

“Picture history as a funnel: start broad with time periods, then narrow down to people, and finally sprinkle in events. History is not just about names and dates; it’s about people and their stories that make it come alive.” ~ Linda Lacour Hobar Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Join Yvette Hampton and Linda Lacour Hobar, in our Homeschooling Every Subject series, as they explore...

“Without teaching history from a biblical worldview, you're truly not teaching history as a whole. History supports a biblical worldview and gives us evidence of its truth.” ~ Linda Lacour Hobar Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Join Yvette Hampton and Linda Lacour Hobar on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they explore the vital role of history in homeschooling. In this enlighteni...

Aby Rinella Joins Yvette Hampton to kick off our new series, Homeschooling Every Subject. The series will help homeschooling parents navigate the joys and challenges of teaching different subjects and provide a well-rounded education for their children, with an emphasis on always pointing our children to their Savior. Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Come back Tuesday, Wednesday a...

“You can’t disciple someone that you’re not with. You cannot impact the life of someone that you are not doing life with.” ~ Leslie Nunnery Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton chats with Leslie Nunnery about her insightful book, "Heart School: How Amazing Parents Become Excellent Home Educators." Learn how to create a harmonious, Christ-centered homeschool environment...

“Spending time on what they love strengthens those relationships with your kids.” ~ Leslie Nunnery Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton dives deep into "Heart Schooling" with Leslie Nunnery from Teach Them Diligently. They explore the essential benchmarks of homeschooling focused on discipleship, relationships, and academic excellence. Discover how to truly get to the h...

“Heart schooling focuses on encouraging and equipping parents to view their calling as discipleship” ~ Leslie Nunnery Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton welcomes Leslie Nunnery to discuss the transformative concept of heart schooling. Drawing from her latest book, Leslie explains how homeschooling can be a powerful tool for discipleship, focusing on seven attributes n...

“We actually want homeschooling to be life giving, not just for our children, but also for us as well.” ~ Pam Barnhill Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Join Yvette Hampton and Pam Barnhill as they delve into the essentials of crafting an abundant homeschool experience. In this episode, discover the five basics of an effective homeschool journey, from understanding your motivations...

“The most important person in your homeschool plan is not your kid. It's you, because I don't know many self-motivated 7 year olds.” ~ Pam Barnhill Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Struggling with homeschool planning? Pam Barnhill joins Yvette Hampton on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast to discuss flexible and manageable planning strategies for homeschooling families. Learn about th...

“Don't let relationships die on the altar of creating the perfect transcript.” ~ Pam Barnhill Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Unlock the secrets to successful homeschooling planning without the overwhelm! Pam Barnhill joins Yvette Hampton to discuss essential tips for flexible scheduling, the importance of wholeheartedness, and building strong relationships with your kids. Perfec...

“Ultimately, as parents, we are ambassadors for Christ.” Angie Tolpin Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton sits down with Angie Tolpin to discuss the concept of regret-free parenting. Angie shares profound insights on humility, forgiveness, and the importance of teaching our children about God's grace. Learn how to navigate the challenges of motherhood and create a lega...

“We need to evaluate the legacy we're leaving and align it with biblical principles.” Angie Tolpin Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Angie Tolpin joins Yvette Hampton for a deep dive into Courageous Parenting. Their conversation focuses on intentional parenting, homeschooling, and pointing kids to Jesus. Angie emphasizes the significance of biblical principles in leaving a legacy,...

“We chose to live counterculturally for Christ.” Angie Tolpin Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton chats with Angie Tolpin from the Courageous Parenting podcast. Angie shares how she and her husband, Isaac, are helping parents raise godly, resilient kids in today’s challenging world. With nine children and rich experience in homeschooling, Angie offers invaluable insigh...

"Focus on the heart and faith, not just the curriculum." - Aby Rinella Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. 🌟📚 Start the homeschooling year strong with expert tips from Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella, as they share their journey to create a balanced curriculum that nurtures both academic excellence and spiritual growth. They discuss using their favorite tools, planners, books, and c...

"Tailoring homeschooling to each child's unique needs is what makes it truly effective." - Aby Rinella Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. It’s “back to school” time! Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella share their homeschooling wisdom and tips for choosing the right style and structure for your homeschool. The episode is packed with insights on the importance of customized education, mai...

“The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.” Ecclesiastes 12:13 ESV Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Welcome to the 2024 “Back to School” edition of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Hosts Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella reflect on the summer and share valuable insights on creating a homeschool environment that pr...

"One of the ways that you can give them more security in going, more confidence in going, is that they know that their going isn't gonna destroy the two of you." ~ Rachael Carman Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Are you prepared for life after graduation? Join Yvette Hampton and guest Rachael Carman as they discuss navigating the years after homeschool graduation. In this insightf...

“I think as homeschool moms, we can think, oh, the best years are behind us. As Christians, I think every year gets to be the best year of our life as we pursue God and see what he's doing and rest in his sovereignty and continue to expand our understanding of hope that we have of salvation and his redemption." ~ Rachael Carman Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Join Yvette Hampton...

“I'm very grateful that God continues to grow us through this sanctification process of parenting, and this phase of adult children is a whole different kind of sanctification." ~ Rachael Carman Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton sits down with homeschooling veteran Rachael Carman to discuss the emotional journey of launching homeschooled children into adulthood. In t...

"I think the most important thing is that they see us walking with the Lord." ~ Carrie De Francisco Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton and Carrie De Francisco dive deep into the joys and challenges of homeschooling teens. Discover how to plan your high school journey with purpose, gradually release control, and work yourself out of a job as you prepare your student fo...

"I literally had to learn how to get out of the way and trust the process." ~ Carrie De Francisco Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Are you considering homeschooling your teen through high school but feeling overwhelmed? Join Carrie De Francisco and Yvette Hampton as they dive deep into homeschooling high school, for this addition to our Homeschooling Through the Years Series. Lear...

"I truly feel like God saved the best of our homeschooling journey for last." ~ Carrie De Francisco Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Homeschooling through high school can be daunting, but it can also be the most rewarding time for both parents and students. In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Yvette Hampton sits down with Carrie De Francisco, author of "Homeschool T...

"Balance serious academics with play and exploration to keep learning enjoyable." ~ Cindy West Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. In this insightful edition of our Homeschooling Through the Years Series, Cindy West joins Yvette Hampton to delve into the complexities of homeschooling during the middle school years. Discover how to balance serious academics with play and exploration,...

"Parents should listen without judgment to foster open conversations with their kids." ~ Cindy West Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Join Yvette Hampton and special guest Cindy West on this compelling episode of our Homeschooling Through the Years Series, as they dive into the challenges of parenting middle schoolers. Learn how to encourage your child's talents, navigate awkward f...

"Talk openly and proactively about challenging topics to prepare your kids for the world." ~ Cindy West Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Cindy West joins Yvette Hampton for a deep dive into middle school for our Homeschooling Through the Years Series. In this episode, Cindy and Yvette discuss these crucial and challenging times filled with hormones, growth spurts, and awkward mome...