The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week Ben is joined by his mom, Debbie Wilson. The topic this week is a silent struggle that many homeschooling moms experience, which is loneliness. This is something Debbie has dealt with many times over the years, and she has some great practical advice and encouragement to share.  We want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also, Today’s show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries A community of Christians that pay one another’s medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God’s leading in career or ministry changes or in bringing mom home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman   Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week's episode is a rerun, but is a really important episode to listen to! We discuss the fact that every child is smart, just not in the same way. It's critical that our children know that we believe they are smart, and encourage them in that.  Before we jump in, we want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also, Today’s Show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries A community of Christians that pay one another’s medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God’s Leading in career or ministry changes or in bringing mom home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman   Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! It is that time of year when you should start thinking about attending a homeschooling convention near you! So this week we create a top 10ish list of the best reasons why you need to go!  We want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also, Today’s show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries. A community of Christians that pay one another’s medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God’s Leading in career or ministry changes or in bringing mom home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman.   Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are joined by Dustin Garrett from Samaritan Ministries. He has an amazing and hilarious birth story to share, and how Samaritans can equip homeschoolers to dream big! It was a really fun episode and we think you will enjoy it.  Before we jump in, we want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also Today’s show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries A community of Christians that pay one another’s medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God’s Leading in career or ministry changes or bringing mom home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman   Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week were joined by speaker and homeschooling mom Jan Smith. She has a heart for moms being home with their kids. We had an amazing conversation packed with her wisdom and encouragement as she reminded us of a woman's value as a mom and wife!  We want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also Today’s show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries A community of Christians that pay one another’s medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God’s Leading in career or ministry changes or in bringing mom home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman   Have a great week and don't forget to smile!

This week, the discussion revolves around the advantages of homeschooling, emphasizing personalized education and the importance of family bonds. Listeners are entertained with personal anecdotes about chaotic birthday celebrations and winter playtime adventures. Common misconceptions are clarified, particularly regarding legality and socialization in homeschooling. The conversation encourages connections with local support groups and highlights the profound impact of faith in the homeschooling journey. A light-hearted yet insightful exploration awaits, bursting with encouragement.

The podcast dives into the effects of AI technologies like ChatGPT on homeschooling, discussing both the benefits and challenges they present. It emphasizes the importance of family bonding through old-fashioned games while navigating the complexities of technology in education. The nostalgia for simpler times is explored alongside the influence of tech on children's learning. The speakers advocate for a balanced approach to AI, stressing the need for independent thinking and character development in an increasingly digital world.

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We are back with our last episode of 2024! This week our topics are New Years resolutions and that it is never to late to decide to change something that isn't working in your homeschooling!  Before we jump in, we want to give a big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for supporting The Smiling Homeschooler. They offer one of the best math curriculums around, helping homeschoolers smile more every day. So, be sure to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com for your math needs this school year. Also, thank you to Homeschooling Today Magazine for supporting the Smiling Homeschooler. They are an amazing source of encouragement, and if you haven't already, make sure to subscribe over at homeschoolingtoday.com.    Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We want to say Merry Christmas to all of our listeners. This is an episode that your entire family will enjoy, and we would encourage you to take just a few minutes today and listen to Todd read Gladys Remembers Christmas. If you would like to get your own copy, follow this link: Gladys Remembers Christmas.   We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making the Smiling Homeschooler possible! They are an amazing math curriculum and help homeschoolers smile! Check out their free trial over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Also Thank you to Homeschooling Today magazine! They are an amazing source of encouragement and if you haven't subscribed already, make sure to do so over at homeschoolingtoday.com.    Have a Merry Christmas and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week, we’re talking about embracing the break and letting go of the pressure to stick to traditional “education” during the holiday season. We’ll share how your child is learning incredible life lessons during this special time of year and why these fleeting moments are so important. A big thank you to Teaching Textbooks for making the Smiling Homeschooler possible! They offer an incredible math curriculum that is both fun and flexible. If you’d like to learn more or give them a try, visit their website at teachingtextbooks.com. We also want to thank Homeschooling Today magazine for partnering with us. Their magazine is an excellent source of encouragement for homeschooling families and makes a thoughtful gift for any homeschooling mom. It’s not too late to grab a subscription for a friend! Visit homeschoolingtoday.com to learn more. Have an amazing week, and don’t forget to smile!