

The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast
The Smiling Homeschooler
This is the best podcast for homeschooling moms who need encouragement! Our goal is to help you smile more! Whether you are a new homeschooler or a veteran, we are positive you will feel encouraged!
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Dec 12, 2018 • 36min
Episode 19 - Books for Your Children, An Interview With Chuck Black & Katherine Wilson
Thanks for listening to this week's podcast! We had an amazing interview with Chuck Black and Katherine Wilson. We talk about how to interest your child in reading, and a bunch of amazing book recommendations. If you would like to check out any of Chuck's books, visit http://kingdomseries.com/. To find information or purchase Katherine's books go to thesmilinghomeschooler.com/store. If you have questions or comments, you can email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Dec 5, 2018 • 41min
Episode 18 - The Dark Fears of Homeschooling Moms
Thanks for listening to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about the dark fears that homeschooling moms have. We also talk Christmas and a homeschooler buying guide. If you would like to take advantage of the 9% off coupon that Todd offers, all you have to do is use the code 9off during checkout over on www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com. If you would like to email us you can send an email to todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Don't forget to like us over on Facebook. Have a great week and as always...keep smiling!

Nov 28, 2018 • 35min
Episode 17 - Questions and Answers with Debbie Wilson
We finally convinced Debbie Wilson to be on the podcast! She has some amazing answers to the questions we asked her. She has nearly 20 years of homeschooling experience, and we are sure what she has to say will be encouraging to you! If you would like to check out the Christmas products that Todd mentioned, visit www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com and click on the store in the menu bar. If you have a question or need some encouragement, you can email us at Todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com.
Today's show is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks an award-winning Math program for Homeschoolers that is sure to make you and your children smile.
Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Nov 21, 2018 • 33min
Episode 16 - A Homeschool Thanksgiving
This week we talked about what aspects about homeschooling we are thankful for! Thank you to everyone that commented on our Facebook post! Todd mentioned some Christmas products, which you can find here. Then all you have to do is click take me to the store and choose the Christmas category. He also mentioned his blog post about advent, here is the link to this article. If you have any comments or questions, you can email us at Todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for their sponsorship and you check out their amazing math curriculum over at www.teachingtextbooks.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling! Oh and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Nov 14, 2018 • 34min
Episode 15 - Talking about Homeschooling, History, and Education that is Relational
This is an amazing episode! We interviewed Author and Speaker, Diana Waring. We are sure that you will find what she had to say, encouraging. If you would like to see more from Diana, you should visit her website at www.Dianawaring.com. If you have a question, or just need some advice, you can email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com.
We want to thank Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, try out some sample lessons, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com
Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Nov 7, 2018 • 31min
Episode 14 - Does History Matter?
This week we talk about history and whether or not it even matters. What do you do if your child just doesn't like history? We cover this and a bunch more on this episode. The Smiling Homeschooler is powered by Teaching Textbooks, an award-winning math curriculum. If you would like to check out their amazing curriculum and pricing visit teachingtextbooks.com. If you have a question or a topic suggestion you can email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. We hope you enjoy this episode and as always...keep smiling!

Oct 31, 2018 • 28min
Episode 13 - Changing Your Plan Mid-Stream
Thanks for listening to this weeks' Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We talk about what to do if your kids hate their spelling program halfway through the school year. We hope this is helpful and encouraging! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products and affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week and as always...keep smiling!

Oct 24, 2018 • 8min
Episode 12 - What My Children Have Taught Me - Part 2
This episode is short and sweet, and is the conclusion to our 2 part mini-series! Dad finishes talking about what each of his children has taught him about homeschooling and parenting. If you are encouraged by our podcast then we hope you share it with a friend! If you would like to follow our blog go to our website www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com and if you have any questions or comments you can email us at ben or todd @thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling!

Oct 17, 2018 • 18min
Episode 11 - What My Children Have Taught Me - Part 1
We are on Vacation this week and next, but we planned ahead and have a great podcast for you! This week Todd talks about what each of his children has taught him about homeschooling and parenting! This is part 1 of this topic. We hope it is encouraging! If you would like to ask a question or have a comment, you can email us at ben or todd @thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Oct 10, 2018 • 29min
Episode 10 - Top 3 Reasons to Homeschool, From a Homeschool Graduates Perspective
This week Todd is on the road, so it is just me and my wife Rissa. During this episode, we talk about our homeschool experiences, and our top 3 reasons we want to homeschool our children. We are both a couple of homeschool graduates, so we hope this encourages you! We also give some Disney vacation tips as a bonus. If you would like some more homeschooling encouragement, you can subscribe to our weekly email over at www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com. You can also email us at Todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Also if you enjoy the podcast, we would encourage you to share it with a friend! Have a great rest of your day, and as always...keep smiling!


