Episodes

“No matter what kind of homeschooling you are doing this year… pandemic schooling, homeschooling, or a little of both you will need a rescue” So writes Trudie Schar in the introduction to her new devotional compilation Rescue: A Homeschool Mom’s Devotional. Trudie and Leslie will discuss a homeschool mom’s heart and story, the power of community, and how we all need the rescue only found in Jesus. Additional Resources: Learn more about Trudie by visiting: https://learninglittlelessons.com/ or ...

Izabella McMillon’s life was changed after she received an unexpected gift when she was a young girl in Romania. As she tells her story, you’ll have your vision expanded about how God can use you and your children to impact others for His glory all around the world… right from where you are. Giving is a great discipleship exercise! I hope you’ll grab your children and encourage them to listen in today, because they’re going to love Izabella’s stories– and you’ll all learn a lot just like I did! ...

Today I’m joined by Karen Stubbs, who serves and equips moms through her ministry, Birds on a Wire. Karen and I will discuss how to become a student of your child and how gaining a better understanding of what makes your kiddos tick will make you a much better parent. Additional Links Check out Karen’s website! Karen’s books for sale on Amazon. (Paid link. Teach Them Diligently will get a small commission when you order.) Birds on a Wire personality color quiz to better understand your tempera...

In today’s episode I talk to Ginger Hubbard, author of “I can’t believe you just said that”. We will discuss how to parent with the heart of your child in mind, and she’ll even give you some specific action steps for each situation you encounter with your kiddos that are gonna help you truly take advantage of those moments and get to the root of their sins instead of merely dealing with what’s being seen. I think you’ll be encouraged and feel more well equipped for the task at hand after listeni...

Today we’ll chat about music instruction and its neurological and emotional benefits for your children. We also discussed how your goals and your child’s goals will impact how you approach music in your home and homeschool. Additional links Look at Gabi’s website and check out her podcast! Check out Gabi’s free Finger Taps activity– a fun and easy memory game to help new beginning piano students learn finger numbers (best for ages 3-8.) Listen to our recent episode. Check out the Teach Them D...

I invite you to join me for an interview I did with Ann Dunagan about raising mission minded children. We’re all called to be families on mission and Ann gives some great ideas for how that can look at all stages of your children’s lives. Additional Resources Check out Ann’s website with her husband Jon, Harvest Ministries. Listen to our last podcast episode, Setting Goals for Christian Families! I’d love to get to know you better and see how we can serve you so well, we’ll wow your socks off…...

In today’s episode we are discussing the importance of goals for Christian parents. David shares the four layers of goal setting and how you can implement them into your own life. Additional Resources Sign up to be among the first to know about Heart School— and you could even save 52% by jumping in early and telling your friends. Click here to get on that list now! I’d love to get to know you better and see how we can serve you so well, we’ll wow your socks off… (You’ll get that reference if ...

In today’s podcast, Leslie talks about 4 big mistakes that homeschoolers make that can truly derail our homeschool mission. Listen till the end of the podcast and hear about the brand new project Leslie is releasing! Additional Resources Sign up to be among the first to know about Heart School— and you could even save 52% by jumping in early and telling your friends. Click here to get on that list now! Heart School opens tomorrow, so share and secure your discount NOW! I’d love to get to kno...

Introducing episode 2 of Homeschool Family Bites: a bite-sized podcast for your non-stop lives. Each episode will focus on one simple word that you face in your day-to-day life. Today’s word is “freedom”. This episode was recorded on the 4th of July, but freedom is something to celebrate everyday! Listen to find out how you can be encouraged . . . in just one bite!

Sometimes we lose our way because we take our eyes off why we’re doing what we’re doing as well as how high the stakes and how great the opportunities really are. On today’s podcast, we’ll be chatting with homeschool pioneer and publisher of Five in a Row, Steve Lambert, about what he’s learned about homeschooling and parenting through the years. Additional Resources: • Learn more about Five in a Row by visiting their website. • Check out this super quick read about how important your foundatio...

We are happy to introduce you to Homeschool Family Bites: a bite-sized podcast for your non-stop lives. Each episode will focus on one simple word that you face in your day-to-day life. Today’s word is “attention”. Listen to find out what we mean and how you can be encouraged . . . in just one bite!

‘Tis the season to head into homeschool or back to homeschool, and there are some pretty easy ways to make sure that you have the best school year ever. Today, we’ll discuss 3 of those ways to set your heart and your course for this new school year– and I promise it will set you up for the best homeschool year ever! Additional Resources Sign up to be among the first to know about Heart School— and you could even save 52% by jumping in early and telling your friends. Click here to get on that l...

The big secret to success in most things in life is to focus on your calling rather than on any catalyst God uses to get you there. All of us as parents have one primary calling within our family– and current circumstances are making families all over the world reevaluate their plans and their priorities. So many families are making big decisions right now, specifically about homeschooling, and what David and Leslie talk about today will give you a good basis for making that decision or for refo...

On today’s podcast, we’re going to be talking about homeschooling in times of trouble with Aimee Smith. Aimee and her family have homeschooled for over a decade through a lot of storms and disruptions ranging from chronic health issues, to the daily messes and mistakes that can derail your best efforts. Through all that, she’s learned how to cultivate victory through rest. Many of our struggles have a lot of common threads, so I’m really glad to have Aimee here to share many of the principles sh...

Trying to do everything. It’s a common struggle for mom’s in general but us homeschool moms seem to really be hit with sense of guilt over what we do and what we don’t do. Are we really called to be involved in every good opportunity we’re presented? Listen to find out more. [00:00:00] Hey there and welcome to the homeschooling family podcast. Here we discuss just about everything that comes into play when you’re a Christian homeschooling family, I’m Leslie nunnery, and on today’s podcast, we’r...

In today’s episode Leslie interviews Joe and Meghan Tucker about homeschooling and foster care. You’ll be encouraged as they share their story in their heart to show Christ’s love to those who so desperately need to see it. This is a great follow up to last week’s episode, Hospitable Homeschooling, which is linked down below! Leslie (00:00): Hey there everybody. Welcome to the Homeschooling Family Podcast. Here we discuss just about everything that comes into play when you’re a Christian homes...

Leslie is joined by Jen Schmidt of Balancing Beauty and Bedlam. They talk about hospitable homeschooling, which in a time where gathering in groups is so limited, I think you will be encouraged and challenged as you look at how God wants to use you and your family to bless others and show them God’s great love through the ministry of hospitality. Transcript Leslie (00:03): Hey there and welcome to the Homeschooling Family Podcast by Teach Them Diligently. Here we discuss just about everything ...

Dr. Jacobson from Christian Healthcare Ministries joins David to talk about the incredible impact that gratitude has on your health and your life in general. *NOTICE* The original content of this interview discussed the intense beginning stages of COVID-19. We decided to solely focus on gratitude so you will notice an abrupt skip from the introduction. Check out the Christian Healthcare Ministries website! Listen to our previous podcast on gratitude, Gratitude for Families. Never miss an episod...

In today’s episode, Leslie talks to Tricia Goyer about working at home while homeschooling. Can it be done and how? We’ll also wade into a few other topics along the way. I think you’ll learn a lot that will be helpful and quite encouraging to you. Check out Tricia’s website! Read the first chapter of her book “Grumble Free Year” for FREE! Read her book co-written with Robin Jones Gunn! “Praying For Your Future Husband”. Tricia has written over 70 books! Scroll through Amazon by clicking here. ...

In this episode, I talk to Kim Sorgius about sibling relationships and how we can help our children not only in their relationships at home, but out in the world! Check out Kim’s website! Here are a few of Kim’s books on Amazon. Read the blog, “Cultivating Unity Among Siblings”. Never miss an episode! Click here to check out the podcasts that have already been released and subscribe today! Click here to find more helpful resources! Hi, I’m Kim Sorgius and my number one desire is to help kids a...

Today we will discuss what it looks like to be a family on mission with this couple who were called to start a church in Montana. We’ll be talking about specific ways God leads His own, how to involve your children in the mission, and practical ways to become a family on mission. Visit Ariel’s personal blog! Visit her Instagram for family updates! Listen to Ken Ham discuss how we can reclaim the lost and coming generations for Christ! How to help your child become an effective church musician....

On today’s podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz discusses starting your children on their knowledge of worldviews at an early age, and she talks about the program she created to do just that. There is so much to hear in today’s episode! Visit the Foundation Comparative Worldview Curriculum! Check out Elizabeth’s blog! Listen to “Teaching Biblical Worldview to ages 6-14” Never miss an episode! Click here to check out the podcasts that have already been released and subscribe today! Click here to find m...

In today’s episode Mark Hancock discusses the importance of specific teaching-methods for boys. Our society tends to not focus on their particular learning styles and energy, and Mark is passionate about reigning in their focus while letting them explore their “wild” side. He also talks about Trail Life and how it differentiates from the Boy Scouts. If you have sons, you don’t want to miss today’s episode! Click here to read through today’s podcast transcript. Visit the Trail Life website! Down...

In today’s episode, Leslie talks to Linda about grading and how the better you understand your child, the more insight you’ll have on how to assess what they are learning. We’re so glad you’re here! Visit Linda’s website! What awards has “the Mystery of History” won? Read Linda’s blog! Visit “the Mystery of History” store! Listen to what Linda has to say in “How Do You Approach Grading Verses Assessments In Your Homeschool?” Never miss an episode! Click here to check out the podcasts that have ...