The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week were are answering customer questions and they seem to all have a theme, homeschooling is hard! We hope you are encouraged this week.    Also, thank you to Teaching Textbooks for their support of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast!    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! On this episode we are joined by Debbie Wilson, to talk about her recommendations for teaching writing. This can be a tough subject, but don't worry, what she has to share will be encouraging.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curricul...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! In this episode, we are talking about the many things we have learned from homeschooling. This includes many listener suggestions and we think is a fun and encouraging episode.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their websi...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! Today we are talking about how to involve your husband in homeschooling, especially during the hard times.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week and keep smiling. 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! This week we are going to replay one of our early episodes. This was an interview we had with Cindy LaJoy, with Blue Collar homeschooling. We talked about how each child is different and how college isn't always the best option. We hope you find it encouraging!  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler....

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! On this episode, we are joined by Christy Rucker to talk about 7 ways you can simplify your homeschool. What she has to share is encouraging and helpful!  If you would like more on this topic, head over to Amazon and pick up Christy's book !  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! This week we were joined by another homeschooling veteran, Pat Mills, who is also the social media manager for Apologia. She has years of experience and we are sure you are going to be encouraged by what she has to share.  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! In this week's episode we are talking about Birthdays, Valentine's days, and following your heart!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! On this episode, we are join by two special guests, David and Leslie Nunnery. They are the founders of the Teach Them Diligently homeschool conventions. We talk all about the importance of homeschooling conventions and community!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 ver...

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! Tonight we are talking about giving other homeschooling moms grace. This is a tough topic and can be against our nature, but it is true! Hopefully, you feel encouraged by the end of the episode.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum o...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! We have another awesome episode for you this week! We were joined by Homeschooling pioneer Becky Clark. She not only homeschooled her children but is now homeschooling her grandchildren. She has a ton of wisdom and encouragement to share. We hope you enjoy hearing from her.  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling H...

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! On this week's episode we are talking about what you actually need to teach in your homeschool. Many homeschooling moms feel tons of pressure because they think the law has a ton of requirements, and this actually might not be true! This topic idea came from a listener question, if you have ever have something you would like us to cover, feel free to me...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! In this episode, we talk about the curriculum suggestions from the homeschool moms of the smiling homeschooler community. We cover a ton of great options, and maybe there is one that will help you smile more during your homeschooling this year!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free de...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! On this episode, Todd and Ben recap the homeschool year of 2020. This was a unique year in so many ways, including homeschooling!    Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Check out version 4.0 of their curriculum over at teachingtextbooks.com   Happy New Year, and keep smiling!

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Tonight we have a special Christmas episode for you! We have a Christmas story to share with your whole family that we think you'll enjoy.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. They are that math curriculum that helps homeschoolers smile.  Before we begin I want to thank teaching textbooks for sponsoring the...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! Today we are talking about the highlights of this year, and about Christmas. We have some simple suggestions for making Christmas memories with your family.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.   ...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We have an awesome episode for you this week. We were joined by the Author of Homeschool Bravely, and homeschooling mom of five, Jamie Erickson. She has a ton of encouragement to share that will help you enjoy the days you have with your kids. We also interviewed Jamie back on Episode 30, so if you would like to hear more from her, go listen to that epi...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast episode 120. Today we are answering a couple of listener questions, and talking about taking a break! We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Also if you are looking for Christmas ideas for your Husband, pic...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! We have a great episode for you this week. We were joined by Debbie Wilson, to talk about the Subject of English. As always she has a ton of wisdom and encouragement to share.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler. You can checkout out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of their curriculum on their website, te...

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! This is episode 118 and today we are talking about the true purpose of education, which is sometimes easy to forget.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Also, don't forget that the You D' Dad d...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about technology and toddlers this week!  Here is the link for the You Da' Dad Daily Calendar that Todd talked about. https://store.familymanweb.com/2021-you-da-dad-daily-calendar/   Also thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! Check out their free demo over at their website teachingtextb...

Welcome back to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we answer two listener questions that cover how to motivate your kids to do their school, and how to teach the out-of-the-box learners. They are great questions, and the answers should encourage you!  If you have a question for us you are always welcome to message us over on Facebook!    Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the...

Hey Everyone, welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! As this episode is airing we are driving back from our Florida Vacation. So we will be back next week with a normal show. However this week, we wanted to play another incredible interview from almost two years ago. You will be hearing from Dianne Craft who is an expert in teaching children that have Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, or other special ne...

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are on Vacation, so we are replaying one of our first episodes! This is an awesome interview with Ashley Wiggers, who is the owner of Geography Matters and The Trail Guide to Learning!    Also thank you to Teaching Textbooks for Sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast!    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Hey Everyone, welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! This week we are joined this week by Kat Petgen, Todd's Daughter! She has some encouragement to share about fanning your children's dreams and passions.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachi...