Thriving in Your Homeschool with Zan Tyler

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Isaac Crockett | A Generational Focus for Family Life and Homeschooling | Episode 036 Apr 12, 2023

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Zan and this week's guest, Isaac Crockett, examine how homeschooling your children for Christ impacts generations and echoes in eternity. Isaac shares stories of his family’s legacy of faith including how his great-grandfather came to know the Lord during the Dutch Underground Resistance in WWII, a period of history dear to Zan’s heart. You’ll enjoy the inspiring way homeschooling has helped Isaac and Jill raise their children with a biblical worldview, a heart of service, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

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Isaac Crockett | A Generational Focus for Family Life and Homeschooling | Episode 036

Michael Farris | Protector of Homeschooling - Part 2 | Episode 035 Apr 05, 2023

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In part two of this deeply meaningful conversation, Zan and Mike Farris reminisce about several key cases in the fight for homeschool freedom in the United States. Mike’s deep faith in God’s goodness and his tireless dedication to liberty and the Constitution have inspired courage and boldness in thousands of others over the years. The modern homeschool movement truly would not be the same without courageous individuals like Mike Farris. Don’t miss this powerful episode!

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Michael Farris | Protector of Homeschooling - Part 2 | Episode 035

Michael Farris | Protector of Homeschooling - Part 1 | Episode 034 Mar 29, 2023

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In the early 1980s, Mike and Vickie Farris, parents of ten, began homeschooling and never looked back. In this compelling episode, Zan and Mike discuss the years they worked together on homeschool legislation, as well as what motivated Mike to start HSLDA, NCFCA homeschool speech and debate, and Patrick Henry College. You’ll be inspired by Mike’s faith, his commitment to marriage and family, and his desire to be used by God to serve others.

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Mike Farris | Protector of Homeschooling - Part 1 | Episode 034

Meeke Addison | The Heart of Homeschooling | Episode 033 Mar 22, 2023

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Join Zan and Meeke Addison, mother of six, as they answer the question, “If I am convinced God has entrusted me with these children, do I see my children as a blessing?” From the Old Testament through the New Testament, the expectation is clear that parents are to cherish their children and pass down the love and knowledge of God to them. Zan and Meeke also discuss large families and the joys and challenges of homeschooling.

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Meeke Addison | Homeschooling with a Large Family | Episode 033

Beth Martin | Homeschooling High School - Part 2 | Episode 032 Mar 15, 2023

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In part 2, Zan and Beth Martin continue their conversation about homeschooling through high school. You’ll learn about the benefits of a gap year, elective credits, entrepreneurship, dual enrollment, testing, financial aid, the FAFSA, service opportunities, and options for classes that parents don’t want to teach. While you might be hesitant to homeschool in high school, take the plunge! Your teens will blossom, and the benefits of spending these years with them will absolutely amaze you!

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Beth Martin | Homeschooling High School - Part 2 | Episode 032

Beth Martin | Homeschooling High School - Part 1 | Episode 031 Mar 08, 2023

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Does the idea of homeschooling high school feel intimidating or overwhelming? This 2-part episode with Beth Martin is sure to encourage and inspire you! In part 1, Zan and Beth cover a wide variety of topics including trusting our good and faithful God to lead and guide us; preparing your child for college, the military, or the workforce; internships and enrichment opportunities; graduating a child with special needs; the importance of soft skills; and much more.

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Beth Martin | Homeschooling High School - Part 1 | Episode 031

Crystal Niehoff | A Military Homeschool Journey | Episode 030 Mar 01, 2023

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Homeschooling among military families is on the rise due to the many advantages and amazing learning opportunities. In this inspiring conversation, Zan and her guest, Crystal Niehoff, discuss the flexibility, consistency, and bonding military homeschool families enjoy in spite of the frequent moves that are part of a military family’s life. Crystal, host of the Military Homeschool Podcast, loves to encourage parents. Zan and Crystal also discuss the invaluable benefits of volunteering, working on our marriages, and supporting one another.

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Crystal Niehoff | A Military Homeschool Journey | Episode 030

Paul Hastings | Compelled to Homeschool | Episode 029 Feb 22, 2023

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Compelled by his own experience of growing up in a family passionate about homeschooling, Paul Hastings and his wife homeschool their three children. In this lively conversation, Zan and Paul discuss his time serving with THSC, the benefits of internships, and Paul’s own podcast “Compelled,” where he shares exceptional testimonies of God transforming the lives of his guests. You’ll love hearing how Paul’s dad decided to homeschool before he ever had kids or a wife!

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Paul Hastings | Compelled to Homeschool | Episode 029

Anne Crossman | Homeschool Like an Expert | Episode 028 Feb 15, 2023

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Parents considering homeschooling generally ask the same 15 questions. Anne Crossman, who was homeschooled herself and has been homeschooling her four children since 2006, seeks to make it easier for parents to get the information they need through her book and video series Homeschool Like an Expert. Anne and Zan discuss three things you should consider before choosing curriculum, teacher in-service days for homeschool moms, modeling holistically healthy adulthood for your kids, and much more!

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Anne Crossman | Homeschool Like an Expert | Episode 028

Aby Rinella | God’s Creation - Our Classroom | Episode 027 Feb 08, 2023

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To say Aby Rinella and her family have a passion for experiencing God through His Creation is an understatement! And they want you to have the freedom to do the same. As a former teacher, Aby thought public school was best for kids - and then God called her to homeschool. You'll love this inspiring conversation with Zan and Aby (and a cameo by Joe Tyler) on trusting God, homeschooling, hunting and fishing, serving others, and much more!

Aby resides in the mountains of the west with her college sweetheart and three awesome kids where they enjoy all things outdoors. She is also a writer and speaker seeking to encourage and inspire homeschooling moms. She is the director of her local homeschool support group and a board member of Homeschool Idaho.

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Aby Rinella | God's Creation - Our Classroom | Episode 027