Using Story to Teach Kids Truth
Hey, homeschoolers! Any time a teacher uses story to teach children, I am all for it. Story is not only the most enjoyable way to learn something but the most powerful. When former guest Elizabeth Urbanowicz told me she had created a picture book to help children discern what truth is, I asked her to join me on the podcast again. In a culture obsessed with identifying misinformation, we want to equip our kids to separate truth from...
Helping Teens Through Loss
Hey, homeschoolers! As parents we often feel ill-equipped to talk to others who are grieving. I've discussed this in a previous episode that I will link to the in show notes. When our teens are grieving, we can feel particularly helpless in knowing what to say or do. I'm thankful that my guest, Sarah Arthur, has practical advice for us. Sarah Arthur is a fun-loving speaker and the author of a dozen books for teens and adults,...
The Most Underused Homeschool Resource
In this episode, Melanie Wilson discusses the underused resource of people in homeschooling. She shares personal stories and examples of how family members, church members, homeschool community members, neighbors, and friends can enhance a child's education. Melanie encourages listeners to take advantage of the knowledge, skills, and experiences of the people they know, not only for educational purposes but also to bless and witness...
Chicken Keeping in Your Homeschool
Hey, homeschoolers! If you've ever considered raising chickens, you'll love this episode. I live in a suburb where chickens aren't allowed, but we had chickens for several years when I was in elementary school. I absolutely loved what my guest, Dalia Monterroso had to say about raising chickens as a homeschool family. Dalia Monterroso is a chicken keeper and a popular teacher on the basics of backyard chicken keeping. She speaks and...
Real-Life Personal Finance
Hey, homeschoolers! I am happy with the personal finance curriculum I used with my kids. And I'm pleased to say that my kids are much better at managing their money as young adults than I was! But when I heard about Charla McKinley's real-life approach to teaching kids personal finance, I was intrigued. Listen to the podcast Watch on YouTube Personal Finance Guest: Charla McKinley Charla graduated from the University of Texas with a...
About Me
I'm a Christian psychologist turned homeschooling mother of six graduates. I now help other homeschooling moms find joy in their journey. Check out sanity-saving books and curriculum at FunToLearnBooks.com. -Dr. Melanie Wilson
