The Mystery of History

Have you been tasked with teaching The Mystery of History in a co-op or classroom, but don’t know how? Are you interested in using the series with a small group, but don’t know where to start? Are you the admin for a private school needing information for a bulk rate? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History , for the...

If you're tuning in to this podcast, you probably know “The Most Important Event in History” as the death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.  But, in preparation for Resurrection Sunday, sit back and enjoy the story again through a narration by Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History . Reflect on the historical and biblical context of this supernatural event—which shapes our faith...

What happens “When Bible History and World History Meet Face to Face?” Experiences may vary, but chances are your confidence in God’s word will grow from seeing “bible people” alongside their world history contemporaries. And, chances are your faith in God’s sovereignty might be strengthened from seeing His hand in history! Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History , for a thoughtf...

Have you ever worn green for St. Patrick’s Day—or been pinched for forgetting? The wearing of the green is a common custom on March 17. But do you know the life story of Patrick, to whom the day is dedicated? Many do not. Amid the fun and festivities of St. Patrick’s Day, many have forgotten the faith and courage of the man whom we celebrate. Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of Histo...

Home educated children are not immune to hearing bad words—and repeating them. Profanity is everywhere and in every culture around the world! How then do we deal with kids and cuss words? Opinions will vary, but you can join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History and veteran homeschool mom, for a proactive strategy that may help. As a gift to your children, address this issue ahead o...

If you teach at home, you’re probably on the endless quest to build your best home library—a worthy endeavor that’s not without challenges! While ideas will vary on how to build your library, the chances are we agree on why. Join me and my guest, Nicki Truesdell of Knowledge Keepers, for the importance of building a home library (big or small), as well as ways to save, organize, and display your f...

As home education has grown, so have accessible methods of education. In fact, it may be daunting to sort through all the possibilities on the market! If you need a guide to the most common methods of education available in the homeschool movement today, join Linda Lacour Hobar, veteran homeschool mom and author of The Mystery of History , for “Finding a Method to the Madness (An Overview of Metho...

Do you need incentive to get you through the next semester of home education?  Do you need reassurance that this movement is doing well? Do you need encouragement through a good report card?  We hope the answer is yes—because we have an assessment sure to make you smile. Join Linda Lacour Hobar and her guest Tara Bentley (Executive Director of IAHE) for “Home Education: An Encouraging Midterm Repo...

Need some Christmas inspiration? Consider the World War I Christmas Truce—when the soldiers laid down their arms, sang Christmas carols in two languages, and welcomed the Prince of Peace into the trenches of the Western Front! Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History , for this miracle of Christmas through a narrated excerpt from her fourth volume.   (Appropriate for students!)

“Home Education” is a two-part term that requires just as much attention to “home” as it does to “education” to be truly successful. If the home side of your homeschool needs some attention, join Linda Lacour Hobar, veteran homeschool mom and the author of The Mystery of History , for caring thoughts about keeping the home in home education (where love and respect are bred!) 

Most of us grew up with some knowledge of the Newbery and Caldecott Awards. (Who could miss the shiny metal stickers on the book covers!) But that doesn’t mean as children that we understood the meaning and background of these prestigious awards. If you’d like to know more now, to pass on to your students, join me and my guest, Kelly Howe—a Newbery/Caldecott collector and enthusiast—for an inside...

Have you ever asked, "What's in this for me?" "What's the 'great reward?'"  It’s not uncommon in the throes of homeschooling (and through the burdens of life) to feel discouraged and downtrodden! Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, for a personal testimony of a difficult time in her life when the Lord provided His words to provide moti...

In the mid 1800’s, members of the Communist League gave Karl Marx the task of writing The Communist Manifesto. It was published in London in 1848. That was over 170 years ago! So why do we still hear about Marxism when we turn on the news today, and what does the topic have to do with Christian home education?  For a concise look at Marxism, and why it conflicts with a biblical worldview, join Lin...

Your plate is full. You don’t need more to do. But if you homeschool, and occasionally ache for beauty, you may want to join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History , as she explores the source of beauty, the significance of beauty, and a few tips on how to spread beauty in your homeschool. (Spoiler alert: Beauty is an attribute of God and so we sense a great need for it!)

Do you have questions about homesteading and homeschooling? Join me and my guests, Nathan and Carla Ahlstrom (Redeemed Homestead,) for an informative and inspirational look at family discipleship and growth—with less reliance on the world! Learn how and why more and more Christian families are seeking a simple, wholesome lifestyle with gardens, animals, and lots of fresh air.

Need inspiration to simplify your homeschool, get past the perfect Instagram image, and move on to real life ways to learn at home? Join me and my guest, Kerry Beck, for a frank conversation on integrating subjects, choosing the best activities, and scheduling to reduce overwhelm. (And when all else fails, how to salvage a bad day!)

Are you interested in the Charlotte Mason method of education, but don’t know where to start? Join Linda Lacour Hobar (author of The Mystery of History ) and her guest Ana Willis ( The Homeschool Sisterhood ) for a “who, what, why, when, where, and how” conversation about faith, home school, and strengths of the Charlotte Mason approach to education. (This talk will inspire listeners using any met...

From a biblical worldview, some dates in history are more meaningful than others. What are those dates? Opinions will vary, but Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, has some favorites to share in “Ten Dates to Know from a Biblical Worldview.” Join Linda for this concise, informative, and inspirational presentation. (Gather your students for this one!)  

Would you like to know more about learning styles, but don't know where to begin? Start here! My guest, Tyler Hogan, wrote "Demystifying Learning Styles: What Every Homeschool Parent Needs to Know" to unravel the web of information available on learning styles. In particular, he filtered out information that is old, outdated, and conflicting, to give parents some of the best advice...

What does homeschool look like in the rearview mirror—when it's over and behind you? For insights, inspiration, and a few laughs about real life, join me and my guest, author Kendra Fletcher, for a half hour conversation about homeschooling eight children, launching them into the world, and seeing homeschool in the rearview mirror. (Psst! Sometimes, it IS about you!) Books by Kendra Fletcher,...

Join veteran homeschool mom, Linda Lacour Hobar, for Part 2 of "To Grade or Not to Grade?" Complementing Part 1, Part 2 will address specific subjects, grade records, grade scales, and report cards with real life examples of how and when Linda decided to grade or not to grade!

Shaped by our personality types, grades have the power to motivate some and the propensity to destroy others!  So, how do you decide when to grade or not to grade—in a homeschool setting? Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History , and a veteran homeschool mom, for varying theories on grade keeping; tips for grading numerous subjects; and practical ideas for managing grades and cou...

Can you homeschool in just four hours a day ? Yes you can, says Durenda Wilson , author of The 4-Hour School Day, mother of 8, and trusted homeschool speaker. Join me (Linda Lacour Hobar— The Mystery of History ) and Durenda Wilson ( Simply Unhurried ) for a look at the tried-and-true merits of home education—which offer your family a rich and rewarding “unhurried” lifestyle of learning through hi...

Value; honor; respect. Is it possible to teach these qualities to today’s children? According to Monica Irvine, founder of “The Etiquette Factory”, it’s not only possible—it’s biblical! Join me and my guest Monica for an encouraging session about "Kids, Manners, and More." Be inspired to teach your children to rise above the low standards of our modern world!

In Part 1 of "Mary and Martha Decide to Homeschool," Linda Lacour Hobar, a self-proclaimed Mary, offered insights on the personalities of Mary and Martha and what they might look like in a homeschool environment. (Most fun, Linda offered a quiz to help you determine your bent!)   Now, in Part 2, Linda shares survival tips for Mary in three areas: around the house, in the classroom, and a...