Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution

Backstage Pass members get access to an exclusive 1-hour behind the scenes video of this episode, containing 30 additional minutes of great content. Save 10% on any Backstage Pass Membership by using the coupon code, "PODCAST10" at SchoolhouseRocked.com/members. Misty Bailey is the blogger behind Joy in the Journey and the podcaster behind Joyfully Homeschooling.  Her goal in this online space is to encourage and inspire you on your homeschool journey by providing practical tips for real life homeschooling. Through real stories, real struggles, and real life, Misty encourages her blog readers and podcast listeners to embrace imperfection and strive for a more joyful homeschool.  In this episode, Yvette and Misty discuss whether our kids have the responsibility of being "salt and light" in public schools. Are we missing an opportunity to evangelize when we remove our kids from public schools, and if they do not have the responsibility of being "salt and light" there, who does? Finally, we discuss how, when, and where our kids should be "salt and light", and how we can prepare them. You can find Misty at https://www.findingjoyinthejourney.net and on her podcast, Joyfully Homeschooling with Misty Bailey. For more on this subject, pic up a copy of the excellent book, Already Gone by Ken Ham, Britt Beamer, and Todd Hillard.  This episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is brought to you by The Unhurried Homeschooler and the Theology Gals podcast. Check out Durenda Wilson's excellent homeschool mentoring program, The Unhurried Homeschooler at https://theunhurriedhomeschooler.thinkific.com and pick up a copy of her excellent book, The Unhurried Homeschooler at https://amzn.to/2ElGolM. If you are looking for some weekly encouragement in God's Word, listen to Theology Gals at http://theology-gals.blubrry.net.  

This episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks. Try the first 15 lessons in any of their programs for free at TeachingTextbooks.com Peggy Ployhar is the founder and CEO of SPED Homeschool. She is a leader in the special education homeschooling community and a frequent writer and speaker on special education homeschooling issues. Peggy's home school journey started when her oldest child was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. Now with 16 years of homeschooling under her belt, she thanks God for all the experiences He has given her so she can use them to encourage other special needs homeschooling parents. You can find Peggy online at http://www.spedhomeschool.com Listen to the SPED Homeschool Conversations podcast at https://spedhomeschool.podomatic.com Connect with SPED Homeschool on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SPEDHomeschoolPage/ Check out the SPED Homeschool YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZXj7jqL2ooiwe46bm-G4A Do you believe in homeschooling? Here’s your chance to help spread the word that homeschooling is good for students. It’s good for families. It’s good for AMERICA!  Go to https://SchoolhouseRocked.com/support and join the movement to spread the word about homeschooling through movie theaters nationwide.

Do you believe in homeschooling? Here’s your chance to help spread the word that homeschooling is good for students. It’s good for families. It’s good for AMERICA!  Go to https://SchoolhouseRocked.com/support and join the movement to spread the word about homeschooling through movie theaters nationwide. --------------------- Isaac Morehouse's success story starts in an unlikely place, highly unstructured homeschooling, while his mother cared for his father's medical needs. In this episode, Isaac talks about how a love of learning and the freedom to pursue his passions allowed him to develop the life skills and work ethic to start and run a successful business Isaac is the founder of Praxis, a unique apprenticeship program for young high school and college graduates, which places students in real-world, paid internships in growing companies. This experience gives these young apprentices a head start in business and valuable work and entrepreneurship experience. For more information, check out discoverpraxis.com. Check out Isaac's excellent books  

Schoolhouse Rocked Backstage Pass members can view behind-the-scenes video of this episode. Save 10% on any paid membership by using the coupon code, PODCAST10 at checkout.   Did you know you have a state homeschool organization working for you? State organizations PROMOTE homeschooling, PROVIDE valuable resources to help you homeschool successfully, and PROTECT your right to educate you children. These organizations are the first line of defense in monitoring state laws which would affect your family, then when action is needed, they rally their members and coordinate with other organizations to influence policy. We encourage every homeschool family to join their state homeschool organization (and HSLDA). Many people fought for years to gain the freedom to home educate and if we are not diligent we can quickly lose that freedom. Rebecca Kocsis works for CHEA (Christian Home Educators Association of California), an organization that holds a special place in Yvette's heart. On this episode you'll hear why Yvette loves CHEA and get to know more about what state homeschool organizations are doing for you. Resources Christian Home Educators Association (CHEA) of California - http://www.cheaofca.org Homeschool Freedom  - Christian Homeschool State Organizations - http://homeschoolfreedom.com/state-orgs/ Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) - https://hslda.org State Homeschool Organization and Convention Map - http://homeschoolfreedom.com/conventions/ HSLDA - Homeschooling in Your State - https://hslda.org/content/hs/state/    

  Andrew Pudewa is the founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). He is a popular speaker and author, who has been talking to homeschool families around the world for 30 years. We were privileged to have been able to interview him for Schoolhouse Rocked and have been blessed by the support of IEW as a gold sponsor of the film.In this episode Mr. Pudewa talks about the importance of reading aloud to our children. A listener asks, "How can read-alouds cross "subject" barriers and maximize our homeschooling hours (literature, science, theology, history, ethics in one!)" You can find Andrew Pudewa and IEW online at IEW.com. Andrew Pudewa recommends the following resources in his interview. Homeschool Legal Defense Association: HSLDA IEW: Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Build Forts All Day IEW Recommended Book List (Books for Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day) Read Aloud Revival with Schoolhouse Rocked cast member, Sarah Mackenzie. Book Recommendations: However Imperfectly by Andrew Pudewa IEW Book List: Timeline of Classics Center for Lit: Reading Roadmaps Honey for a Child’s Heart by Gladys Hunt Cultural Literacy: What Every American Needs to Know by E.D. Hirsch Jr. The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss  

This episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks. Try the first 15 lessons in any of their programs for free at TeachingTextbooks.com   Andrew Pudewa is the founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). He is a popular speaker and author, who has been talking to homeschool families around the world for 30 years. We were privileged to have been able to interview him for Schoolhouse Rocked and have been blessed by the support of IEW as a gold sponsor of the film.In this episode Mr. Pudewa talks about the growth of homeschooling in Russia, China, and around the world. He also addresses how to motivate our kids to work diligently and effectively. A listener asks, "How do you motivate the daydreamer to buckle down and complete their assignments quickly but well so that they can have more free time to pursue their passions. We’ve tried everything and even a scaled back assignment will take all day because she has no drive to finish. Do we just have to nag?" In his answer, Andrew Pudewa talks about four principals of motivation. You can find Andrew Pudewa and IEW online at IEW.com. Andrew Pudewa recommends the following resources in his interview. Homeschool Legal Defense Association: HSLDA IEW: Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Build Forts All Day IEW Recommended Book List (Books for Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day) Read Aloud Revival with Schoolhouse Rocked cast member, Sarah Mackenzie. Book Recommendations: However Imperfectly by Andrew Pudewa IEW Book List: Timeline of Classics Center for Lit: Reading Roadmaps Honey for a Child’s Heart by Gladys Hunt Cultural Literacy: What Every American Needs to Know by E.D. Hirsch Jr. The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss  

Dr. Christopher Perrin is an author and speaker as well as co-founder and CEO at Classical Academic Press. He has a PhD in apologetics from Westminster Theological Seminary and has served as a college and seminary professor and as the founding headmaster of a classical school in PA. He is the author of several books including An Introduction to Classical Education: A Guide for Parents, The Greek Alphabet Code Cracker, Greek for Children, and co-author of the Latin for Children series published by Classical Academic Press. Dr. Perrin has a passion for classical education and is a lover of truth, goodness, and beauty wherever it is found. In this episode, Dr. Perrin discusses "scholé" (teaching from rest) and answers a question from a listener. Tammy says, “I would love to hear from Dr. Christopher Perrin on the topic of Classical pedagogy in a homeschool unit study with multiple aged kids (my boys are ages 6 and 9). I would like to do most of our science with both boys together. What other subjects/topics work well with multiple ages? How do I teach Classically & effectively with multiple ages?” GIVEAWAYS Win a FREE ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TO ClassicalU, a $240 value! https://rewardsfuel.xyz/12138/index.html Win a Classical Education Book Bundle from Classical Academic Press https://rewardsfuel.xyz/12139/index.html   You can find Dr. Perrin and Classical Academic Press online at https://classicalacademicpress.com https://www.scholeacademy.com https://scholegroups.com --------------------------- Do you believe in homeschooling? Here’s your chance to help spread the word that homeschooling is good for students. It’s good for families. It’s good for AMERICA! Go to https://SchoolhouseRocked.com/support and join the movement to spread the word about homeschooling through movie theaters nationwide.

Backstage Pass Members can view exclusive behind-the-scenes video from this episode. Visit Members.SchoolhouseRocked.com Danielle Papageorgiou has been homeschooling, or “lifeschooling,” for 14 years and has run the WINGS Homeschool Group for Charlotte, North Carolina homeschooling families for the past eight. She has a passion for helping other homeschoolers learn how to homeschool in a way that does not compete with family life, but actually enhances it… homeschooling done in a spirit of freedom, not legalism. Her desire is to see more families set free from the world’s expectations of what education is and to discover that God has made each family unique and has also placed in each of their children special gifts and desires that He wants to use. The verse that guides the Papageorgious in their pursuit of lifeschooling is Matthew 6:33, “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” You can find Danielle online and learn more about the lifeschooling conference at https://lifeschoolingconference.com  Listen to Danielle's podcast, Life as a Lifeschooler at https://ultimateradioshow.com/life-as-a-lifeschooler/  

  Solomon Schmidt is the young author of the History Bites book series. These books are favorites in the Hampton Family, as they make history approachable and fun. At 15 years old, Solomon is also a popular speaker at homeschool conventions. In this episode Solomon talks about writing his first book at 11 years old, and the process of planning and writing each book in the History Bites series. He also talks about developing a love of history in students who aren't natural history lovers. GIVEAWAY!!  Enter to win a book from the History Bites series. Click here to enter.   You can find Solomon and his U.S. History Bites books at HistoryBites.com. You can watch Solomon's excellent (and funny) history videos on his YouTube Channel.

  Jodi Berthiaume is a blessed friend, a long-time homeschool mom, and a pastor's wife. She was also a big part of why we homeschool today. In this episode she talks about her experiences as an American homeschooling and ministering in Wales.

  S.D. Smith is the author of our family’s favorite book series, The Green Ember. His books offer “new stories with an old soul”, and we have loved following the adventures of Heather, Picket, and the rest of these rabbits with swords as they battle raptors and wolves to restore the mended wood. In this episode, Sam talks with Yvette about growing up on the mission field, homeschooling, traveling, and operating a family business. He also gives great advice for teaching kids to be great writers. Pre-order S.D. Smith's newest book, The Wreck and Rise of Whitson Mariner here! We have two giveaways this episode! Listeners have the chance to win a set of ALL FIVE books in the Green Ember series, or one of five sets of all of the Green Ember audiobooks! Enter to win the signed Green Ember book series here! Enter to win the Green Ember audiobooks Here! (Five winners will be chosen!)   You can find S.D. Smith online at SDSmith.net    

  Linda Hobar is the author of The Mystery of History. Through homeschooling her children, and service as a missionary, she discovered a genuine love for world history where famous and not-so-famous people have shaped time itself by the mighty hand of God. In the year 2000, Linda sensed a clear call to write The Mystery of History series for her children, grandchildren, and generations to come. Since then, this “Chronological, Christian, Complete” program has become a hit with readers of all ages. While fact-filled and thought provoking, Linda’s writing style is warm and personable. The Mystery of History has been awarded “Best Homeschool History Resource” in 2012; Cathy Duffy’s “100 Top Picks”; Mary Pride’s “Practical Homeschooling Reader Award”; and The Old Schoolhouse “Excellence Award.” Check out The Mystery of History Video Lecture Series online!

  Noble Gibbens is a homeschool dad, and the enthusiastic spokesperson for Classical Conversations. His facebook profile lists him as "Chief Encouragement Officer", and this couldn't be a more apt description. In this bonus episode, originally broadcast as a Facebook Live, we talk with Noble about why it is time for a homeschool documentary, and what's left to get it in theaters. Check out Classical Conversations online!

  Homeschool dads, don't miss this episode! Kevin Swanson is the Director of Generations– a ministry he founded to strengthen homeschool families around the country. As a father who wants to leave a godly heritage for his own five children, Kevin's passion is to strengthen and encourage the homeschooling movement all over the world, and to cast a vision for generations to come. Sign up for the Shepherds Conference here! Find Kevin online at Generations.org Check out Kevin's books on Amazon 

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