Teach Them Diligently

Latest Episodes:

5 Strategies For Increased Production | 150 Aug 30, 2022

Show notes

Our God is a God of order. Increasing the order in your home can have a dramatic impact on the joy and peace your family experiences on a daily basis. Just a few small adjustments can profoundly transform your home life, and today, we share 5 strategies that can make a massive impact on the way you and your family functions. Podcast Sponsor: Homeschooling empowers parents to give their children an individualized education like no other educational setup can provide. With AOP, you can teach your children in the way they learn best while keeping homeschooling fun and full of excitement as you discover new things each day. Choose from multiple curriculum options to fit your child’s strengths, learning style, and needs and save 30% in August. Go to AOP.com to get big savings and free shipping on all their curriculum this month. Hurry, though! This sale ends TOMORROW, so don’t delay. Additional Resources: Find the book "Rest" HERE Find the Pathway to Order Assessment HERE

Children and Whining | 149 Aug 25, 2022

Show notes

Today’s podcast is a practical one and I’m excited to dive in, because we’re going to be discussing an issue that hits home for all of us from one time to another. WHINING. We’ll look at how parents can address whining from a heart-oriented, biblical perspective and teach their children to be better communicators. Meet the Guest: Ginger Hubbard is the bestselling author of Don’t Make Me Count to Three, Wise Words for Moms, and the new Teaching Children to Use Their Words Wisely book series for children. She speaks at women’s events, parenting conferences and has been a favorite speaker for years at Teach Them Diligently. She also co-hosts the Parenting with Ginger Hubbard podcast. You can check out her parenting resources and find out when she’s speaking in or near your area at GingerHubbard.com. Podcast Sponsor: World News Group and their fantastic streaming option for families, World Watch. Talk about good news. A video current events program has arrived to instill news literacy and Biblical discernment in your family. Prepare to learn about the world and be reminded of who made it. It turns out that watching the news can be fun. This is the stuff streams are made of. But you'll never know unless you try. Start your free, 30-day trial at worldwatch.news/ttd. You can even access our app for seamless streaming. Additional Resources: TTD listeners can visit Ginger Hubbard website and use code PARENTING for 10% off. GingerHubbard.com Find out more about Sam and the Sticky Situation: A Children's Book About Whining HERE Find Ginger Hubbard Podcast HERE

Catalyst vs Calling | 148 Aug 23, 2022

Show notes

On today’s episode, which originally aired in July of 2020, David and Leslie will be talking about the peace and direction that can come to your days when you focus on your calling and not just on the smaller catalysts that God put in your path to get you here. They will talk practically about the calling we believe every parent has and how current circumstances can actually be a great catalysts to get God's people to focus on that calling a little bit more. What they talk about today will give you a good basis for making starting homeschool for the first time, or for refocusing your heart as a current homeschooler before we launch into the new school year. Podcast Sponsor: Homeschooling empowers parents to give their children an individualized education like no other educational setup can provide. With AOP, you can teach your children in the way they learn best while keeping homeschooling fun and full of excitement as you discover new things each day. Choose from multiple curriculum options to fit your child’s strengths, learning style, and needs and save 30% in August. Visit AOP.com to get big savings and free shipping on all their curriculum this month.

The Working Homeschool Mom | 147 Aug 18, 2022

Show notes

There have been a lot of changes in the homeschool community since we first started Teach Them Diligently in 2011, and our guest today is excellently equipped to talk about one of those changes as increasingly we’re seeing moms who are having to balance working and homeschooling and trying to figure out if it’s even possible to do both. Leslie first met today’s guest at our first Teach Them Diligently event in Spartanburg, and she has been privileged to see her many times since then. Jenn has been faithfully homeschooling for a long time and has had many roles and worn many hats in addition to that along the way. We know what she has to share today will encourage homeschooling moms as they seek to balance the many hats they may wear. Meet the Guest: Jenn Hoskins is a mom of 9, has homeschooled for nearly 2 decades, graduating 2 so far. She also works full time in tech, serves her local church and creates parenting/homeschooling content on Tiktok. Podcast Sponsor: Today’s podcast is brought to you by Alpha Omega Publications. Homeschooling empowers parents to give their children an individualized education like no other educational setup can provide. With AOP, you can teach your children in the way they learn best while keeping homeschooling fun and full of excitement as you discover new things each day. Choose from multiple curriculum options to fit your child’s strengths, learning style, and needs and save 30% in August. Visit AOP.com or call them at 800-622-3070! Additional Resources: Find out more about Jenn and all she has to offer on her website. Follow Jenn on Facebook, Tik-Tok, and Instagram

A Gospel-Centered Home Through Hygge | 145 Aug 11, 2022

Show notes

On today's podcast, we are joined by author, podcast host, and homeschool mom Jamie Erickson. We are continuing our series to help us go back to homeschool with more purpose and clarity that we have ever had before! What Jamie and Leslie will discuss today is something we believe all of us want but sometimes seems hard to find because we have to rearrange our thinking to make it happen. We know today your heart will be encouraged as we discuss hygge (HOO-GUH) in our homeschool and creating a Gospel-centered home through the Danish practice of Hygge. Meet the Guest: When she’s not curating memories, hoarding vintage books, or playing ringmaster to her circus of five blissfully abnormal kids, Jamie Erickson can be found encouraging and equipping a growing tribe of mothers all across the globe on the Mom to Mom podcast. Jamie is the author of Homeschool Bravely and her newest book, Holy Hygge: Creating a Place for People to Gather and the Gospel to Grow, launching September 6, 2022. Today’s episode is brought to you by Trail Life USA. Trail Life is where boys and men thrive! With more than 40,000 members in nearly 900 Troops across all 50 states, homeschool moms and dads are discovering the power of outdoor adventure and badge-based education to engage boys, nurture faith, and awaken a love for learning. Unshackled from the classroom, boys and dads come to life in an environment where faith and understanding grow naturally. Men love the intentional discipleship time carved out with their sons, as together they plan, work, serve, learn, and experience adventure together -- relationships grow, faith becomes real, leadership is learned, and boys grow to become biblically-bold, courageous servant-leaders of faith and character. Learn more at www.TrailLifeUSA.com/ttd Additional Resources: Jamie's book, Holy Hygge: Creating a Place for People to Gather and the Gospel to Grow comes out on September 6th. Anyone who preorders can click HERE to snag a free eGuide called "Holy Hygge All Year Long" that will provide practical ideas to show you how to pair the outward help of hygge with the inward hope of Jesus so that you can make Kingdom connections with your family, friends, and neighbors for the next twelve months. Click HERE for A Year of Hygge for Homeschool Click HERE to find out more about Nurturing a Hyggelig Homeschool

The “ENOUGH” Question | 144 Aug 09, 2022

Show notes

Over the last few weeks, Leslie Nunnery has been doing a series of podcasts specifically designed to help you go "back2homeschool" with the right mindset and strategy. The 2022-2023 school year can be your family’s best ever, especially if you approach it with your mission in mind. Be sure to check out the last 2 podcasts in this series where we discussed some tips and resolutions to make your homeschool year exceptional. This week, we’re going to explore one of the biggest questions or struggles that homeschool parents face, and the one that Leslie gets asked about more than any others as she is counseling, and mentoring homeschool moms. The “Enough” question plagues our minds and makes us question whether we’re doing the right thing and making the right decisions. It shows up in a whole lot of ways, too, so if you’ve ever struggled with any of the enough questions, today’s episode is for you! World Watch is an easy way to cover current events and even some special interest stories with your children each day in a short amount of time. Then, you can enjoy the conversations those stories seed throughout rest of your day. Go to https://worldwatch.news/ttd to check out World Watch News today and get 30 days free to try it in your own home. Our annual Back2Homeschool conference is going on NOW!! This is a fantastic conference with tons of great information to help you overcome those enough questions you may be asking yourself. More than 35 speakers and 70 workshops are available on demand, but be sure to get your ticket now before we close the door on it. Go to Teachthemdiligently.net/Back2Homeschool to get your ticket today.

The Battle for our Children’s Identity | 143 Aug 04, 2022

Show notes

Most would agree, we never imagined that identity would be a problem issue for parents and children alike, and yet it has become a massive issue. Between media bombarding us with messaging that’s contrary to God’s plan to insecurities that arise from past experiences, many adults and children alike are struggling with the issue of who and Whose they are. Today’s podcast will be a great help as we not only frame the discussion on identity, but also give you information that will equip you to parent your children better in these crazy times. Meet the Guest: Joining us today is Dr. Kathy Koch, who is the founder and President of Celebrate Kids and has quickly become one of the speakers that TTD Families look forward to hearing the most. Dr. Kathy earned a Ph.D. in reading and educational psychology from Purdue University. She was a tenured associate professor of education at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, a teacher of second graders, a middle school coach, and a school board member before becoming a full-time conference and keynote speaker in 1991. She has loved Jesus for years and her faith and desire to serve and glorify God is the foundation of her ministry. Beyond those impressive credentials, though, Dr. Kathy is one of the most gifted speakers we have ever seen, and she has a gift of relating and making her sessions engaging to audiences of all ages. Her love for Jesus and her love for families has led her to write a number of books and speak all across the country to equip families to educate and parent the children God gave them well. Sponsored By: Join us in Teach Them Diligently 365. Membership in TTD365 will give you access to thousands of homeschool resources available on demand-- workshops from speakers like Dr. Kathy Koch, Heidi St. John, Sonya Shafer, Kim Sorgius, and countless others available any time you need a question answered or a little pick me up to get through your week. The community elements within the membership, though, really set TTD365 apart. Small community groups build strong friendships. Monthly meetups give us all a fun time of fellowship together, Office Hours give us the time to ask questions and dive deeper into the big idea of the month, and Real Moms of 365 give us time to share with one another in an incredibly helpful way as we’re all growing together. I can’t encourage you strongly enough to join us there. Go to https://teachthemdiligently.net/jointtd365 to learn more and join us there today! Additional Resources: Resilient Kids book by Dr. Kathy Koch Prayers for my Children Resource from Teach Them Diligently Identity Verses Printable from Teach Them Diligently

New Back to Homeschool Resolutions | 142 Aug 02, 2022

Show notes

On today's podcast, Leslie Nunnery will be building on the ideas from last weeks podcast as she gets really practical again and get ourselves ready to go back to homeschool. Leslie will share 7 new homeschool year resolutions for you this week, so grab your notebook and take notes to prepare for your best homeschool year yet! Back2Homeschool virtual conference is OPEN for registration, and this year’s event is outstanding. With more than 35 speakers and more than 70 workshops PLUS a live Q and A time with David and Leslie Nunnery, the Back2Homeschool conference will help you strengthen your confidence in homeschooling, homeschool family management, special needs education, and much more plus provide lots of spiritual encouragement for mom and dad! You’ll have access to workshops specifically designed to help you focus on your homeschool styles, creative homeschooling, special needs homeschooling, homeschooling high school, encouragement for homeschool parents, and much more! Go to TeachThemDiligently.net/BacktoHomeschool for more details and get your ticket now. This week, you can get lifetime access for only $25, so you don’t want to delay! The workshops will publish the week of August 8-12.

A Place to Belong | 141 Jul 28, 2022

Show notes

On today's podcast, we are joined by an amazing lady sho has truly seized the adventure with her kids as they have traveled all over the world together seeking out amazing culturally appropriate literature and so much more! Amber O'Neal Johnston is a homeschool mom and author who encourages families of all backgrounds to celebrate their cultural heritage and embrace inclusivity in the home. Meet the Guest: Amber O’Neal Johnston is a Charlotte Mason mama of four who has authored A Place to Belong, a guide for families of all backgrounds to celebrate cultural heritage and embrace inclusivity in the home and beyond. Apologia supports homeschool families with Christ-centered, K-12 homeschool curriculum designed to engage your student as they experience the awe and wonder of Creation and their Creator. Designed by leading scholars with a Biblical worldview, Apologia's award-winning textbooks serve as the teacher and are written in a conversational tone directly to the student to encourage independence. Hands-on activities and experiments throughout each course help students solidify the concepts they're learning and build a lifelong love of learning. Apologia also offers online learning through live classes, self-paced digital learning, and audio and video supplements to accommodate every student's unique learning style. To learn more and shop Apologia's award-winning curriculum, visit Apologia.com. Additional Resources: You can purchase "A Place to Belong" by clicking HERE Find out about books on diversity HERE Free "Family Bonds" booklist by subscribing to Heritage Mom HERE Follow on Instagram @heritagemomblog

Simple Steps for Back To Homeschool Success | 140 Jul 26, 2022

Show notes

With August fast approaching, it's back to homeschool season whether we’re ready for it or not! Today’s conversation will be all about a few simple things you can do to ensure the best homeschool year for your family yet! Leslie will share really simple things to revolutionize your new year whether it’s your first back to homeschool or 20th! By ensuring the right mindset and preparing well, this year your family can thrive! Whether it is your first season or your 21st, we want to encourage you to take advantage of all that membership in TTD365 has to offer! There is no question that you’ll have that you cannot get a solid, actionable answer for in TTD365. There’s no discouragement you're facing that you cannot find an encouragement for. There there is no need to walk this journey alone when there is a massive community of families with the same focus as you. A membership in TTD365 can give you hope on days when you feel like giving up. It will help you focus on days when things seem too chaotic to find your way through and it will provide countless reasons to smile and laugh as you participate in the conversations in the small group discussion threads and the meet ups. If you haven’t made TTD 365 part of your homeschool efforts before this year, we promise that you’ll get more value out of it than you would ever had imagined and you’ll see the benefits of it in every area of your life. Click HERE to learn more and sign up today!Additional Resources: Our TTD Live Events are going strong, and we have several in the works for you this fall. We’ll be hosting a one day event in San Diego, California October 22. We’re also finalizing details for a one day event in Washington, DC this fall, so stay tuned for more specific details about that one very soon. You can learn more about all of our events and secure your tickets by clicking HERE.Find out more about HeartSchool HERE.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected