Episodes

Gifts Moms Love – Episode 465 When was the last time you received a gift you really wanted? Sometimes the answer is never. Gifts moms love really don’t cost much and yet convincing your husband and/or the kids can take some work. In this podcast, I discuss talking to your children and even your spouse about giving gifts that show an understanding for the person who is receiving it, rather than focusing on spending money. Please visit my website at MediaAngels.com for books, classes and so much...

Communicating Love and Kindness To Your Kids – Special Replay Yes – there is hope! Communicating love and kindness to your kids does not come naturally. Ask me how I know! We discipline our children because we LOVE them – it is vital, and especially IF you want our children to grow up to become responsible adults. Show Notes: Realize your parental style – Authoritarian Neglectful Permissive Authoritarian – democratic Kids are: Kids are gamblers Kids often say what they mean Kids are ha...

Easter Traditions ~ Episode 464 What are those special Easter Traditions you share as a family? In this episode, with Felice Gerwitz and Crystal Niehoff, you will learn that many Christian families have a diversity of ideas on how to celebrate this holiest day of our Lord’s resurrection. Welcome to Crystal Niehoff who along with her husband, Kevin, an Army Chaplain host the History For Christian Teens podcast on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network. Be sure to subscribe to their wonderful s...

Easter On The Cheap – Special Replay with Felice Gerwitz and Meredith Curtis Why is it that everything costs so much money. In this episode of Easter on the Cheap, Felice and Meredith share their ideas on Easter devotions and best of all many of these ideas are free or cost very little money. What is the true meaning of Easter? The children need to realize it is more than bunnies and colored plastic eggs. When the children get older, have them participate in the Easter planning. Are they help...

Parental Wise Decisions – Episode 463 Parents make decisions all of the time, but are all of them wise decisions? No one really teaches you (outside of business classes) how to make these decisions. In this podcast, Felice Gerwitz talks through steps to make decisions that count. For academic books to help you educate your children at Media Angels and find novels for tweens, the Truth Seekers Mystery Series, novels for tweens, and other books such as A Few Minutes with God. Years ago we were t...

Activities Kids Love – Special Replay I homeschooled from 1986 to 2018 and now enjoy time teaching my grandkids the fun stuff that got shoved to the back because we had to “get school done,” and there was no time left. In this podcast, I’ll share activities kids love and, “Shh!” it might be educational! Share this podcast! Are you a kid at heart? Can you think back and remember the activities you enjoyed that were actually educational? I remember so much and growing up in a climate, New York a...

Academic Motivation – Episode 462 Do your children have an academic motivation to be the best? In this just for kids episode, Felice once again talks directly to the kids to encourage them to take education in a way that matters. Visit Media Angels to find the Truth Seekers Mystery Series, novels for tweens, and other books such as A Few Minutes with God. If I told you you could win the greatest prize that even money couldn’t buy, would you be interested? This prize will open up the world to y...

Assignments Kids Love – Special Replay Are there really assignments that kids love — yes! Especially when you allow them to study an area of interest. As a homeschool mom, I loved having proof that my children learned and what better way than through assignments. Testing is truly the easy way out. A child memorizes what is on the test and then proceeds to forget. My daughter has a history professor that uses the following and very effective method of giving assignments. She assigns a book to ...

Peace at Home – Episode 461 Does your home suffer from the lack of “peace at home”? In this Just for Kids Series special, Felice Gerwitz talks directly to the kids and asks them what type of household they prefer. Visit Media Angels to find the Truth Seekers Mystery Series, novels for tweens, and other books such as A Few Minutes with God. What is your family like? If I asked you to describe your family in one word what would that word be? Think about it. Well, what did you come up with? Some...

Everlasting Love – Special Replay Love that is everlasting is something we all crave. In family life, we sometimes miss the forest because the trees get in the way. In this podcast, we cover ways to have a family that is filled with grace and love! Thanks to our sponsor The Christian Standard Bible! Check out more on CSBible.com ~ we so appreciate our sponsors. I believe all moms hope and pray that their children understand how much we love them. So much of our day when they are little is mak...

Family First – Episode 460 When is the last time you put your family first? If you are like most parents the answer is all the time and every day. Yet all family times and focus are not created equal. In this podcast, we will discuss what a family needs as well as the enemy who seeks to divide families from each other. Visit MediaAngels.com for books and products created for families by Felice Gerwitz. Join her weekly on her podcast VintageHomeschoolMoms as well as A Few Minutes with God Podca...

Valentine’s Day on the Cheap – Special Replay Are you ready to celebrate Valentine’s day on the cheap, with very little money? In this episode, I will share some great ideas to make the day special for your own Valentine’s Day party for your immediate family or the gang! And there are even ideas for your spouse and for your kids and ways to cut those corner into hearts! Everyone will smile. Thanks to our sponsor! For some reason, Valentine’s Day was never my favorite holiday because I didn’t ...

Monthly Checklists ~ Episode 459 There is value in monthly checklists, right? Learn how a list-hater has turned into somewhat of a list lover. Felice Gerwitz shares her best-kept secrets, lists that work. Sign up for the monthly eZines on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network to get your free planners each month. Otherwise, they will be on sale here, MediaAngels.com Checklists are created to increase productivity as well as to get the things done you want to accomplish. This may be setting ...

Organized Home School-Special Replay The new school year is a time of excitement. Let’s start this year with an organized homeschool! In this episode, Meredith Curtis and Felice Gerwitz share their years of homeschool wisdom with you! Here are some podcasts that may help you as well as this one! The beginning of the year checkup here. The middle of the year checkup here Thanks to our sponsors: Visit Meredith Curtis here: Visit Media Angels Membership here: Here are some points that will help...

New Year and Homeschool – Great Expectations Episode 458 Do you want your new school year, even if it is mid-year, to begin with, a bang instead of a blah? In this episode, Felice Gerwitz shares her more than thirty-two years of homeschool experience with you! Please visit the Media Angels website for deep discounts and specials throughout the year to our email subscribers only – if you missed our big sale, be sure to subscribe to the email list here, at the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network ...

Special Replay: Organized Homeschool Forms Being organized in your homeschool means selecting the right homeschool forms to make your life so much easier. Do you want to avoid burn out? Do you want your homeschool year to just flow instead of coming to a screeching stop? Well, it can happen if you have some forms to make it easier. Our sponsors make these broadcasts free! Visit our sponsor Time 4 Learning Well, friends, it is time to get out that paper and pencil or visit the website for the s...

Curriculum Planning in the New Year ~ Episode 457 Need some curriculum planning tips? The new year is here and you may or may not want to continue with the curriculum you picked at the beginning of the year. Join Felice Gerwitz and her special guest, Meredith Curtis. Please visit Meredith Curtis at MeredithCurtis.com and PowerlineProd.com Visit Felice at MediaAngels.com for books, curriculum, character planners, and more. Both Meredith and Felice have homeschooled their children for many year...

Special Replay – New Year New Focus Meredith Curtis & Felice Gerwitz Join Meredith Curtis and Felice Gerwitz monthly for Lunch with Meredith and Felice the first Monday of each month. This month Meredith and Felice cover three important goals each have set for their well-being. If you are a Christian wife, mother and a homeschooler you will benefit from this session. Here is a printable for you to hold onto or take notes on as you listen to today’s session. NewYear_NewFocus_LunchwithMeredith&...

Christmas Traditions Under Ten Dollars – Episode 456 Here are some last-minute Christmas traditions under ten dollars! There are so many things I want to share that I had to limit myself to the top ten that I love and have enjoyed with my children. I hope this episode blesses you, and while it is last minute, you can do some of the activities all year long. Please visit the Media Angels website for deep discounts and specials throughout the holiday season – if you missed our big sale, be sure ...

Special Replay – Let’s Talk About Stress-Free Holidays with Children ~ Felice Gerwitz What do you do when you have a party planned that you are hosting or attending and you have children? Felice shares some tried and true ways to have fun during the holidays, at parties and with your kids. Show notes: Be prepared Help your kids to be prepared Give your child a code that means help me Let others know what you expect Older kids assigned a person Let go of your expectations Ask for help G...

Holiday Road Trips Episode 455 Are you taking several holiday road trips? Whether it is Thanksgiving (already passed by the time I record this podcast) or Christmas it is important to be prepared! Take it from one who has traveled with kids in the car on extended trips, I’ll share some must-haves with you! Please visit the Media Angels website for deep discounts and specials throughout the holiday season – if you missed our big sale, be sure to subscribe to the email list here, at the Ultimate...

Christmas Season Ministry with Denise Mira Christmas Season Ministry is something we forget because we are so busy. In this episode, we discuss some ways that children can understand the lesson it is better to give. Felice Gerwitz and Denise Mira share their successes with ministry with you! Thanks to our sponsor – the movie, Overcomer! Denise Mira, author of No Ordinary Child: Unlocking the Leader Within Your Child, has been married to Gregory for 39 years. They are the parents of five extra...

Most Wonderful Time of the Year – Episode 454 The most wonderful time of the year is not what you think. It is not overloading or overdoing, it is rejoicing in what is the most important in your life. In this podcast, we drill down on how to make this season the best ever. Please visit the Media Angels website for deep discounts and specials throughout the holiday season – if you missed our big sale, be sure to subscribe to the email list here, at the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network for up...

Special Replay: Kids Choosing Good Behavior Are you a kid? If you had a choice of choosing good behavior over bad, which would you pick? Is that a silly question? That is what I want to talk to you about today. You are going to be very surprised when I explain some things to you so that you can take charge of your actions. Check out this episode – Kids Making Good Decisions. Books for tweens – Truth Seekers Mystery Series. I love talking to kids. I think you guys are great. You have so many go...