Episodes

Struggling with Math ~ Episode 519 Does your child struggle with math? How do you engage your children in a way that will not only keep their attention but allow for real learning to take place? My special guests are Sarah-Anne Fernandes and Trevor Dixon. Sarah-Anne is a leading UK Primary Maths Consultant who has worked with several schools across the UK to improve maths teaching and learning. Trevor Dixon is a Maths Assessment expert and has been part of the UK’s national assessment marking pr...

Let’s Talk About: Easter Faith-Filled Activities Podcast #125 with your host, Felice Gerwitz I like activities that teach and in this episode I will discuss some fun ways to teach deeper theological concepts to very small children, all while making memories that last a lifetime. Many links provided below from other blogs with printables! Show Notes: Easter Faith-Filled Family Activities 1. The purpose of the days leading up to Easter 2. What are your goals? 3. What are some fun activities t...

What Happened To Family Values? Episode 518 What has happened to family values? Many families are struggling to find quality content for their children. Join Felice Gerwitz and Kirk Cameron for this special episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms. Kirk shares some wonderful resources available for the family. Thanks to our sponsor, Harper Collins Christian, and the Kingdom Girl’s Bible Girls will discover the power of faith in this beautiful Bible that features women of the Bible. This is the ideal ...

Being Frugal is NOT Enough: Money Lessons ~ Episode 517 Money lessons include being frugal, but that’s really not enough. If you are interested in learning why living a financially responsible life is not automatically passed down to our kids? In this episode Felice Gerwitz interviews Charla McKinley our podcaster on It’s Not About Money Podcast on this network! *This interview was conducted before Charla became a podcaster on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network! She and her husband Matt h...

Family Health and Wellness – Life Hacks – Medicine Cabinet ~ Episode 516 Are you ready for some family health and wellness hacks? In this upcoming series, your host, Felice Gerwitz, is joined by her long-time friend and wellness coach, Sue Gross. It was Sue who introduced Felice to another Sue, many of you know, Sue Meyer. Sue hosts Homeopathy for Mommies on this podcast network. Thanks to our sponsor, A Fanthom Presents Film – The Ark and The Darkness – Movie Trailer here: NoahsFlood In theater...

Best Kept Secrets For A Happy Marriage ~ Episode 515 Today, we will tackle the topic of the keys to a happy marriage. I know that each of us has our own ideas of what makes us happy, but when you put two people into one home, all bets are off. In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, Felice Gerwitz shares some insights and mistakes couples make in the quest for happily ever after! Felice has been married since 1979 and has “some” insight into the topic. Thanks to our sponsor, A Fanthom Pres...

Cup of Joy ~ Episode 516 with Karen Dwyer Do you need more JOY in your life? What is the Cup of Joy Women’s Ministry? In this podcast, Felice Gerwitz and Karen Dwyer discuss a simple method to bring peace and happiness into your home as well as help evangelize in your own home. Visit Karen’s website WrapYourselfInJoy.com Could you use help to stand firm against fear, anxiety, and worry? Join the podcast today and discover how you are made for JOY, the source of true JOY, what the armor of God i...

How can you teach children the ideals of freedom and economics in a way they will remember? Join your host, Felice Gerwitz, and Daniel Harmon, the Creator and Showrunner of the Tuttle Twins TV Show. Freedom and Economics ~ Episode 513 How often do you get a chance to talk to the creator of a television show? Well, today, I sat down with Daniel Harmon, a homeschooled dad of seven. Daniel is the creator and executive producer of the Tuttle Twins TV show. He is the co-founder of Harmon Brothers a...

Homeschool Curriculum Shopping Tips ~ Episode 333 | Special Replay Shopping for homeschool curriculum is never easy. In this episode, we discuss must-know-tips for homeschool curriculum shopping and an insider’s available to homeschool podcast network subscribers. Visit our sponsor — Media Angels and grab this special offer: Homeschool Calendars and Goal Setting Bundle! Fast forward and many years of homeschooling gone by and I realized the best time to consider purchasing curriculum was in Ju...

Total Solar Eclipse ~ And more. Episode 512 Every day is the best day, or it can be if you have the mindset that you are looking for miracles in your life. This year, a total solar eclipse is just one of the exciting things happening in your world. How can we keep the momentum going? In this podcast, Felice shares the idea of finding the gems in your life and celebrating them with your family. Visit Mediaangels.com for immediate downloads such as Character Planners, Checklist Planners, and, com...

New Year Relax and Refresh – Episode 388 The new year is a good time for a faith journey. It is time to take a deep breath and relax and refresh your life. With the new year around the corner now is the time to destress. In this episode, we will discuss how our plans sometimes derail us and how to make the most of the new year. I’m so excited about this episode because I am going to share some ways that won’t break the bank to truly relax and be refreshed as you charge into the new year. In fa...

Christmas Preparation – Episode 511 Last-minute Christmas preparation consists of more than hosting a gathering, buying presents, or decorating. It consists of getting your heart in the right place to enjoy the best Christmas ever! I have created many podcasts in the history of Vintage Homeschool Moms that deal with meal prep and party prep, and so I decided that I was going to include those links in the show notes so that if that is what you need, some last-minute, ideas on how to prepare for ...

The Best Holiday Homeschooling Tips ~ Episode 452 Join Felice Gerwitz and special guest, Lisa Nehring as they discuss the best holiday homeschooling tips. When things get crazy and you can not add one more thing to the schedule, Lisa comes to the rescue with great tips and planning. Thanks to our sponsor, Media Angels, Inc. Visit Lisa Nehring at True North Homeschool Academy and her podcast at LifeSkills101podcast.com So what are the best holiday homeschooling tips? One is not to stress yourse...

Gifts Under Ten Dollars – For Christmas ~ Episode 510 Here are some great ideas for gifts under ten dollars. It helps those of us who are on a budget or buying for a crowd. Do you like finding a deal? In this episode, we will discuss purchasing gifts under ten dollars. It isn’t as hard as you think. Some years past, I did a podcast on various topics dealing with gift-giving, and some of these qualify for gifts under ten dollars: Great Gifts Kids Can Make Last Minute Christmas Gifts Best Exper...

Top Ten Movies For Christmas ~ Episode 509 What movies make it to your top ten movies for Christmas? I wonder if our lists are similar. In this podcast, I will share my favorite movies and how I use them to teach deeper truths. As my children say, “Mom can make anything into school!” Hurry, our offer won’t last. Get our Advent Calendar, with Scripture verses and suggestions for notes from Mom and Dad all 24 days leading up to Christmas. When you think of movies, you may have a particular type...

Last Minute Planning For The Holidays ~ Episode 508 Here we go; the holidays are upon us, and now is the time to fine-tune that list and get to the last-minute planning. I have a sure-fire way to keep you on track, and I will share this method with you on today’s episode! Thanks to our 10th birthday celebration sponsors. Check out our Homeschool Matters free eBook here Catch these great podcast: Last Minute Thanksgiving Treats Great Gifts Kids Can Make Thanksgiving Crafts Have you looked at ...

Let’s Talk About Hope and Thanksgiving with Felice Gerwitz Is there hope when you are devastated or have a loss? There is hope and thanksgiving joy, but it takes a choice. Have you felt like things were hopeless? Is there a time when you felt like the Lord was asking you to thank Him and praise Him even when there was no hope? In this episode, Felice shares this time with you – and it took place some time ago. Trusting in the Lord, she stepped out in faith. Visit our sponsors & Enter the Givea...

Homeschooling And The Holidays ~ Episode 507 Yes, it is that time! Homeschooling and the holidays can be a joyous occasion, and with some quick tips, you can truly balance both. In this episode, Felice shares what worked for her family of very different children. And best of all, you can still include those events planned during the holiday season. Thanks to our birthday sponsors! We have some wonderful sponsors for our 10th Birthday party, and along with that, we have a freebie just for you. ...

Let’s Talk About DeJunking & Homeschool Organization for the New Year Are you ready for a fresh start this coming new year? Want to know more about homeschool organization and decluttering? But where do you start, and how do you avoid losing those important documents or treasured mementos along the way? Fear not, for Felice Gerwitz and Meredith Curtis, experienced homeschoolers, are here to share their invaluable insights and tips on how to navigate the maze of dejunking and organizing for a sm...

Harvest Your Child’s Strengths ~ For Any Age ~ Episode 506 Harvest time calls to mind many things, but this is a perfect time to work on your child’s strengths and develop them more fully. Each of us has gifts and things we do well. This podcast discusses how you can encourage your children to achieve. This show is a celebration of our ten-year podcast birthday. The Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network has undergone some name changes, and we are still here and better than ever, with wonderful p...

Celebrate Fall Baking With Kids ~ Episode 479 (Replay) I love to bake and there is nothing better than celebrating fall baking with the kids. Just thinking about the warm spicy scents of pumpkin, ginger, and more brings back the joys of creating memories with our kids. Don’t miss our 10th Birthday celebration happening right now, including a giveaway and special sponsors. Can you smell that cinnamon? Fall is the best time to get your hands dirty and bake up some goodies with the kids. No matter...

Streamline Your Homeschool Take 2 ~ Episode 505 Today, we will discuss how to streamline your homeschool – take two! There is so much to homeschooling because we do it in the home. There is almost no way to thrive as a homeschool parent unless you take time to plan. Media Angels, a company dedicated to bringing you self-paced classes, books, and podcasts, sponsored this show. Visit the Media Angels store here. Our Streamline Your Homeschool is available on your time~ topics such as streamlini...

Best Kept Organization Secrets with Felice Gerwitz Welcome to the 200th Vintage Homeschool Mom’s Podcast! Today I host several guests who will stop by to say, “hi” to all of you, my listeners and share some of their organization secrets with you! I can’t believe I began podcasting on Vintage Homeschool Moms, in October of 2013 and now there are 200 episodes to keep you busy – and hopefully supplied with great resources and information for your homeschool. A few of my guests are the podcasters...

Fall Learning Starts Now ~ Episode 504 When does fall learning start? It starts now. Before long, we will turn over the calendar (or swipe right or up) on a digital device and see that the holidays are approaching. We have a fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas…three in a row! What is a busy homeschool mom to do? In this episode, Felice shares how she prepares for the active months with an action plan. Thanks to our ongoing sponsor, CTCMath.com, and their excellent math curriculum for grades K-12...