Episodes

We are joined by Crystal Wiley who is the creator of CM Simple Studies. Crystal has done a lot of study on the impact of cultivating a love of reading and literature within our children, and she has a lot of great information to share with us about that today as we discussed not only the whys behind fostering that love in your children, but also the HOWS to accomplish it. TTD events and resources have been used by the Lord to impact countless homeschool families just like yours by encouraging t...

Today’s episode is INCREDIBLE, for I’m talking with Izabella McMillon who grew up in Communist Romania. I asked Izabella to share her experience and help us all better understand exactly what living under communism really means for families. You do not want to miss this, and I encourage you to bring your children in to listen as well, for through her story we’re going to see how God’s hand is never shortened that it cannot save and how no plan of man can ever thwart God’s plans. I can’t tell you...

When I first started talking to today’s guest, my initial thought was “surely, it doesn’t happen here…” although I knew in my heart that bullying, cyber bullying and other abuses are indeed happening within homeschool families all around the world. I learned so much from our conversation, and I know you will, too. Today, I’m joined by Candice Dugger of Bullied, Broken, Redeemed. She’s going to give us as parents a lot of critical information to prepare our children for the dangers they face and...

This past year and a half has been challenging in so many ways, and our children have really been stretched as they’ve missed out on so much, had to change the way they do things, seen things they love canceled, and so much more. So, how can we help them bounce back? Beyond that, how can we silence the voices of doubt and failure in our own minds and find our own resiliency as parents? We’re going to be talking about all of that today. Dr. Kathy is one of the most knowledgeable and insightful p...

Can you imagine experiencing something so horrific that it changed your life forever– and then finding the grace to forgive the people who orchestrated that? Our guest today tells a story of that kind of amazing grace, and I can’t wait for you to hear it for yourself. On today’s podcast, we will be chatting with Alex Nsengimana. Alex grew up in Rwanda and lived through the civil war in that land. In this podcast, Alex will share things he experienced as a boy that we can’t even imagine, but God...

Charla McKinley of Beyond Personal Finance joins the TTD podcast! Charla and Leslie will discuss practical ways for parents to teach and steward their children when it comes to money. Charla will share practical tips about transferring responsibility from you to your children in order to help them learn. One of AOP’s greatest accomplishments is providing families with quality education for preschool all the way through high school. Your child’s love of learning is important, which is why they s...

These past couple of years have really underscored our need for people, hasn’t it? We are absolutely not called to go it alone in this world. We need our church family, and honestly, we need our homeschool family as well. None can understand and walk with us the way other homeschoolers can. That’s one reason, Teach Them Diligently is so compelled to keep producing events to bring families physically together while also producing resources all year long to try to walk alongside you as you homesch...

Today we are joined by Brandi McIntosh. Brandi is the homeschool mom of 4 who shares a lot about her slow, intentional lifestyle on Instagram and via her blog. She longs to inspire mamas to create their unique family culture and to feel empowered to hold their teens and children’s hearts. We will discuss family rhythms for school days and some of the important considerations for approaching that. You’ll get LOTS of practical ideas as well as a lot of things to think about as you start this new s...

Katie is a leader in the Christian homeschool community outside Phoenix, Arizona . She left a thriving career in school counseling and mental health program management so she and her husband, James, could bring their two spunky kiddos home. Katie’s mission is to inspire women to grow their faith, strengthen their families, and simplify their homeschool journeys. In writing and speaking, Katie draws on a wealth of knowledge and experience from over a decade of counseling, ministry, and church pla...

Cathryn Sterling is a Nasa engineer turned Christian apologist. She’s the founder of Defend the Faith Ministries and co-author of Mama Bear Apologetics. Cathryn and I will be talking about what apologetics is– and how critically important it is to pass on to your children. I’ll even share quite a few ways David and I trained our children along the way. If you’ve been following along with Teach Them Diligently for any length of time, I’m sure you know how much our family has loved Alpha Omega Pu...

It is back to homeschool time! Many have already started, some are about to start, and then there are those who are in denial about the upcoming transition to more routine and having to get more done in a day! Leslie truly believes that it is super easy to have the best homeschool year ever, whether it is your 1st or your 21st back to homeschool. Today, Leslie will be share a quick start guide that will make a huge difference in how you start and end your homeschool year! It has made all the dif...

Today’s podcast is one that every homeschool parent should listen to, for I promise you’ll be encouraged to keep on doing what you’re doing. My 3 homeschool graduates were kind enough to join me to record what started as a Teach Them Diligently 365 video, but as we’re all getting ready to head back to homeschool I really believe this will be a help to all of you as well. I asked Camden, Payton, and Lizzie Gray questions that were submitted and got some really insightful helpful answers that real...

Who’s your biggest cheerleader? When I ask that question, does someone come quickly to mind? Maybe it’s someone that YOU like to cheer on who comes to mind? Today on the podcast, Tricia Goyer will be joining us to talk about just that! Cheering on other homeschool families. Tricia Goyer is one of my favorite guests to have on the podcast, because we can literally talk about anything! Today’s podcast includes some really awesome ideas about living in community, knowing when to ask for and offer ...

Does it ever feel like you’re making things too complicated in your homeschool? Or, do you fear that the chaos and turmoil you feel internally is impacting your children? Well, then, today’s podcast is for you! On today’s podcast, we are joined by Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press. Jennifer is a mom of 7 who has a ton of wisdom and experience to pass along. She’s also the author of homeschool resources with a Charlotte-Mason flair to them and she has a new book coming out within the next ye...

Do you ever find yourself reacting to your children in ways you wish you didn’t? Or, Do you have a strong-willed child that you wish you could figure out how to get to their heart? Well, today’s podcast is DEFINITELY for you! We are excited to have Kirk Martin on the TTD podcast. Kirk is the founder of Celebrate Calm and has worked with thousands of families through hard parenting situations. Kirk will be joining us next season in Pigeon Forge, TN and in Round Rock, TX, and you DEFINITELY will ...

How often does our fear of things not being perfect or doing things perfectly actually hold us back from moving forward at all? How many days have we spent frustrated and frozen in place because things aren’t turning out exactly as we wanted them to or imagined they would? This week, David and Leslie will look at that, and they’ll discuss how keeping your mission in mind will often propel you forward even when you’re frustrated. Additional Resources: TTD365 FREE Open House is happening right n...

Can you really homeschool with confidence and in less time than you’d ever imagine? Durenda Wilson, says, “YES!” Join Durenda and Leslie as they discuss homeschooling, family relationships, opportunities homeschooling affords our children, and so much more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATR0lI7g7gg Additional Resources: Follow Durenda Wilson on Facebook and Instagram! Find out more about Durenda Wilson and her new book The Four-Hour School Day at her website. Pre-Order your own copy of T...

Trials come into all of our lives, but how we respond to those trials say a lot about our faith– and teach our children more than we can imagine. In this episode, Israel Wayne joins us to talk about a time in which his family has had more than their fair share of trials– and what God has taught them through it. He’ll help us understand how to prepare for those trials that are sure to come and remind us how God can use those to shape us and our families to be more like Him. Additional Resource...

We all face fears that can easily derail what we’re trying to do or paralyze us from doing anything.So, this summer, David and Leslie will be discussing a number of those fears that a lot of homeschooling families face and giving you biblical and practical ideas about how to combat them as well as tips for moving past them. This week, they’re laying a foundation for our series about fears as well as talking about one of the common hindrances for doing anything– including homeschooling: The Fear...

Join Leslie as she chats with Todd and Brooke Tilghman about how taking note of “Every Little Win” and celebrating those little victories can lead to big joy– and change your perspective in countless ways. Todd and Brooke talked about life before Todd won the Voice and how God has used the newly opened doors to teach them even more. You don’t want to miss this delightful conversation with Todd and Brooke Tilghman. Additional Information: Join the Team Todd FB Group for exclusives and preview...

I’m excited to welcome Korrie Johnson, to the show. Korrie is the founder of The Good Book Mom website where she provides book reviews, lists and more from a Christian perspective. Korrie and I had a great time talking about the importance of reading with your children, how to choose books for your kiddos, the impact of what our children read has on them, and a whole lot more. I promise you do NOT want to miss this episode! Additional Resources: The Good Book Mom website and wonderful resource...

Kristen is the founder of Protect Young Minds Org and the author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures and Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. Today, we’re going to be discussing the incredibly important topic of porn-proofing your kids. It’s truly stunning and deeply distressing to know how many children are confronted with images they don’t want to see every single day, and as parents we need to protect them but also to equip them to know what to do if they do encounter something they know they shouldn’t l...

Sam is the author of the brand new Words for Warriors as well as other homeschool and faith-based books. Today, we’re going to be discussing everything from the amazing privilege we have to homeschool our children to the massive changes happening in our culture and how we can prepare our children to stand firm in truth come what may. Additional Resources: Find out more resources about Sam Sorbo on her website. Click HERE Order Sam Sorbo’s new book, Words for Warriors, today! Click HERE to find...

Connie Albers is a dear friend, encourager and partner in ministry! I am thrilled for her to be joining the Homeschooling Family Podcast. We are going to discuss how, often as women, we are trained to have a career but how do we do that with our children’s best in mind. How do we balance family and our career? This podcast will give you great advice and principles as you walk the road of career and family. Additional Information: Connie Albers has written wonderful books for parentings includ...