Homeschool Companion

Did you, or someone you know, do a dumb thing when you were a young person? You are trying to get a job, but digital records keep haunting you. How do you get those skeletons out of the cyber closet? Dr. Gamblin shares her research along with an excerpt from Radiolab.

Our devotional today is about blood. For our craft, we made an edible cell model. Incorporating food, humor, and joy in learning is what every child needs. As much as possible, allow your child to make choices concerning their learning. During our interview, meet Ofe and join her on an extraordinary journey as she dares to conquer an exhilarating race unlike any other. When her cherished home and family face threats, Ofe summons all her courage and relies on her unwavering faith to protect what she holds dear.

Today's fascinating worship topic is the lobster's balance. The theme of God's creative powers is present throughout all our lessons. During Curriculum Corner, we stress the importance of teaching children to be part of their own learning. Then, we step into the heartwarming world of "The Girl and Her Noble Steed," where miracles unfold on every page as we interview the author, Kirthana Fanning.

Today's devotion is about the fascinating yet unassuming bird, the Quail. Did you know that Quail spend most of their lives in a relatively small area, with groups of 8 to 25 birds common in a single covey? Next, we conclude our interview with Charles Crismier and his book When Persecution Comes. This book is a sobering wake-up call to all followers of Christ for genuine heart preparation, providing hope in perilous times.

Today, we discussed meteorites and comets and looked at how we can incorporate the topic into a unit study. Then, we discussed what you can do when your children won't listen to you. You will learn a lot from our interview with Charles Crismier and the topic of persecution. Shockingly, this persecution is invading the West and America, yet most Christians are unprepared.

In his book 21 Ways to Forgive, Wes Daughenbaugh explains the why and how of forgiveness. Listen to this interview as Wes Daughenbaugh uses Biblical truth, practical advice, tools, and techniques, ranging from how to forgive when no one is asking for forgiveness to making forgiveness a feast.

Water Beetles are always a fascination for anyone who does a stream study. Take your young people to a creek with some nets and buckets, and let them study these amazing creatures. Our interview is with Veronica DiPippo. Her story will inspire aspiring filmmakers. Veronica is a multi-award-winning filmmaker. Her most recent project, FATHER RYAN: A HIGHER CALL, a docu-drama about the life of heroic Catholic priest Father Patrick Ryan, won Best Documentary and Best Director at the 2023 Cannes World Art Festival. She is the writer and director of the film He Hamed Him, Adam.

The title of today_s devotional is Special Feet. We will be looking at animal tracks during Arts-n-Crafts. Next, we think about the phrase "What Would Jesus Do?" and how we can apply that phrase to our teaching. We follow with our interview with Marc Aramian about his most recent project, the film He Named Him Adam. This film is about Regina, who, after an abortion, suffered from crippling depression for nine years ending her marriage, derailing her career ambitions, and leading her to the brink of suicide.

Have you ever heard of Blennies? Listen today, and you will learn what they are and how you can interest your child in them. During Curriculum Corner, we examine the concept that _Children learn best when they play._ Then, we continue our interview with Annie McCune. She believes hospitality is about learning to love strangers with God's help. His church can grow meaningfully if we follow this "practice." However, it will cease to grow if we forget this important tool. I know I need more practice. How about you?

During our devotional, we discussed leadership and the importance of instilling in our children that to be a good leader, you must be a good follower. Even during Arts-n-Crafts, we did a leadership activity. During Curriculum Corner, we discussed your teaching philosophy. Our guest, Annie McCune, helps us understand God's loving Spirit and the Gift of Hospitality. Are you using it?

Have you ever pondered the giraffe? God must have a wonderful sense of humor to create the giraffe. Listen and share about a fun giraffe craft. During Curriculum Corner, we talk about the Eclectic philosophy of homeschooling. Then, we conclude our interview with Dr. Tom Thompson. As an adult with no real plan, his self-absorbed lifestyle led to divorce, financial stress, and physical injuries. It seemed to be one thing after another. Was this how life was meant to be lived?

Our devotional today is about the Golden Eagle. Our goal is to give you ideas of how to integrate history, science, and spirituality into every subject. During Curriculum Corner, we examine how to do your own Unit Study. Then, we begin our interview with Dr. Tom Thompson. Like many, Tom Thompson felt he could not catch a break. With obstacles and setbacks from a very early age, including growing up in a broken home and the early death of his father, he struggled to find meaning and purpose.

Does the young child know that the adults in their lives are planning for the best for them? Caregivers and parents should prayerfully plan the best mental, spiritual, and physical for each child. Take seriously your thought of becoming a caregiver for a child; it will be the most important job you will ever do. Then we interview Gigi Buttler. As a young child, Gigi knew that to succeed, she had to work hard and offer a service that people wanted to buy. At age seven, she sold eggs out of her little red wagon to neighbors. At age fifteen, she bought cleaning supplies and started a cleaning service out of her rural California home.

An anonymous guest shares what a good Daycare experience would be. She comes from a wealth of experience having been a Daycare provider. What do you do about tears at the separation? What are the basic rules? How do you keep the environment safe? These and many more ideas will be shared. Our guest, Gigi Butler, shares her success story, hard-won business acumen, and the life-changing inspiration she has gained from a challenging life. Each chapter includes a delicious dessert recipe for cupcakes and more!

Jenny, Johnny, and James are so ecstatic that God has healed their little dog. And the story that evening is exciting as Jenny_s two fictious characters figure out a way to save their friends who are prisoners of war in an old castle. That naturally connects to castle building. Brad Dacus, today_s guest, earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law. Brad founded the Pacific Justice Institute (PJI) in 1997. PJI has since grown into one of the largest Christian non-profit organizations, offering legal_free of charge_services to defend faith and family.

The blind crabs of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, are a great example of adaptation. We explore the topic in depth during Arts-n-Crafts. We look at Montessori for our homeschooling philosophy. Then, we go into part 2 of our interview with Dawn Stephens. Each unique vessel in each book provides biblical truths and lessons, and the series unfolds, symbolizing God's unique mission for every person.

Just the other day, a skunk surprised me when I opened the door to let the cat out. During Arts-n-Crafts, we think and learn about skunks. During Curriculum Corner, we discuss the classical approach to homeschooling. Our guest, Dawn Stephens, helps us dive into the enchantment of 'The Potter Series,' an inspiring compilation of faith-based children's picture books. This beautifully illustrated series immerses children into the magical world where the potter molds his vessels with love and purpose.

What is the American Bittern? After our devotion about the American Bittern, we do a research project. Then, we examine the Charlotte Mason approach to homeschooling. Next, we transition into our interview with Karl Clawson, who shows how we can take hold of God_s promises and walk in freedom_not just for a day or a week but a sustained, lasting victory.

Let us discuss rattlesnakes and then do an Arts-and-Crafts activity on snakes. During Curriculum Corner, we discussed a style of homeschooling called Mutt Homeschooling. This style simply means you take the best of all the curriculum products and create your own. Every fiber of you aches to distance yourself from something holding you back_that one thing that is killing you. Pastor Karl Clauson understands and you will understand too from today_s interview.

Wouldn_t it be nice if we could put a bell on our young children so we_d know where they were at all times? Today, we look at animals that wear bells. Which naturally leads us to study sheep. Our third tip for successful homeschooling is to have a routine. Then, we segued to our interview with Linda Evans Shepherd and her Happy Purple Puppy. Happy Purple Puppy came into being while she was attending a funeral. Everyone was so sad, and then a puppy entered the room.

What does Bark Beetles have to do with a child_s development? We look at possibilities and analogies. During Curriculum Corner, we discuss the tip, attend Homeschool Conventions. Then, we begin part two of our interview with Linda Evans Shepherd, who is known as the 'Prayer Lady' and teaches that you are welcome to pray to a God who loves you and that prayer will change your life. She knows because prayer turned her life into a miracle.

Old trees are a great metaphor for withstanding wind, rain, heat, and cold and continuing to grow. During Arts-n-Crafts, we discuss Project Learning Tree. During Curriculum Corner, we explored the tip of setting boundaries. Then we go to our interview with Brad Dacus and the stories coming out of his legal organization to help others without charge and provide its clients with all the legal support they need. Go to their website for your free copy of 12 Steps to Protect Your Children from CPS. (https:__pacificjustice.org_wp-content_uploads_2023_04_12-Steps-to-Stop-CPS-1.pdf)

Hawks are interesting birds of prey, and today, we look at them through the lens of Dr. James Tucker. During Curriculum Corner we discuss one tip to have a successful homeschool. That is, to take the time to reflect on your practice each day. Then, we begin our interview with Brad Dacus, Esq, the president and founder of Pacific Justice Institute. Pacific Justice Institute (PJI) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) legal defense organization specializing in the defense of religious freedom, parental rights, and other civil liberties.

Pastor Brendan Valiant believes it is our privilege to know God experimentally, and in actual knowledge of God is life eternal. The only begotten son of God was God_s gift to the world, in whose character was revealed the character of Him who gave the law to men and angels. He came to proclaim, _The Lord our God is one Lord,_ and only shalt thou serve_ Unless men shall know God as Christ has revealed Him. They will never form a character after the divine similitude and will never see God. (RH March 9, 1897, par. 9, 10)

Silver and Gold are our devotional topics. Then, we transitioned to making slime and sensory bottles. We did not fully cover the topic of unschooling, so we discussed it more. During our interview with Dr. Shawn Smith, we looked at how his book series can help students relate to the marginalized. In the book, Cassia feels hopeless against the abuse of her mistress, Helena. With her son, Master Marius, away so much overseeing their shipping business, Helena has no one to tame her fury.

Today_s devotion is a story about Manna. Do you believe God can supply all of your needs? During Arts-n-Crafts, we make Turkish Delight. Then, we discuss unschooling, what that philosophy entails, and how to implement it. Next, we will interview Shawn Smith about his book, The Freedom Chain. In the book, Cassia, a young enslaved person, has never known freedom. She has spent her life serving Mistress Helena, whose brutality has been increasing.

What a privilege to interview Ron Mann, who is now deceased. His love for truth and his interest in history are his legacy. He said, _It seems to me that the moral compass of society in general is a bit askew. I think it could be argued that we have removed ourselves from God_s protective embrace by distancing ourselves from Him through pride and selfishness._

What spiritual lessons can we learn from Cells? Of course, we integrate the topic of cells into our Arts-n-Crafts. We do this as an example of how you can integrate learning into almost any subject. In our interview with Peggysue, we discuss how every single mom must feel stretched to the limit. You may suspect your children need more than you can give. How are you going to do this on your own?

Our devotional is about snakes. During Curriculum Corner, we had fun making a simple snake out of a paper plate and displaying it by hanging them from the ceiling. During Curriculum Corner, we talked about the Gettysburg Learning Group. Homeschool Companion_s Virtual High School oversees this group. Our two-part interview with Peggysue will help every mom who is on their own. No matter how you became a single mom, you share the same challenges and fears all single moms have.

Today's story features Douglas Fir trees and bark beetles. Since Christmas trees are often Douglas firs, we explored making some Christmas Tree crafts. During Curriculum Corner, we looked at The Good & The Beautiful Preschool curriculum. Next, we finished our interview with Donna Frisinger about encouraging children to trust God and understand Heaven's promise-_let not your heart be troubled._

The show begins with a story about jellyfish. Then, we look at 28 Jellyfish crafts. During Curriculum Corner, we look at the PragerU.com website. After the section Questions Parents Ask, we transitioned to our interview with Donna Frisinger and her children_s book, Bye-Bye Earth Suit: Hello Heaven_s Suit. During our interview, you will learn how to explain death and dying to kids to help heal their broken hearts.

Today's interview is about Scott Brown_s book, A Weed in the Church: How a Culture of age segregation harms the Next Generation, fragmenting the Family and Dividing the church. While almost everyone involved in youth ministry agrees there is a crisis, not everyone agrees on its severity nor has the same diagnosis. A Weed in the Church suggests that this well-recognized crisis has a specific cause, which will surprise many.

I had a pet pangolin when I was a child. Today, we learn all about this scaled-long-tongued prehistoric creature. During Arts-n-Crafts, do a pangolin craft. During Curriculum Corner, we look at using videos to help support our math learning. Then, we continue our interview with R. Christian Bohlen. Hannah feels beyond forgiveness but is desperate to maintain appearances; Hannah agrees to join a book club to discuss a mysterious, unpublished book about the life of Christ. None of the readers, including others from her congregation, know the author_s identity.

Birds and oil spills are the topic of today_s story. We do a duck craft during the Arts-n-Crafts section. During Curriculum Corner, we discussed the Famous Men of Greece, a good historical topic. Then, we begin our interview with R. Christian Bohlen, who wrote a novel about Hannah. She fears the world will learn of her dark truth. Has God forsaken this aspiring missionary? Has God abandoned her to the shadows of the black market? Listen to find out.

Have you ever had a pet rat? I have, and it was one of the most adored pets ever. During Curriculum Corner, we discuss reading eggs.com and resources for teaching reading. One of our questions during our question time came from an ADHD mom. And then, we continue with our interview with Karis Moore about suicide. Losing her teenage son in 2014 to suicide both brought her to her knees and elevated her to a new purpose. She has encouraged others with her devotionals and poetry on her blog, Turning the Page on Suicide.

Our devotional is about sand. We encourage our listeners to play in the sand, to have a sandbox, or to make modeling sand. During Questions Parents ask, we talk about managing our learning time. Then we go to our interview with Karisa Lynn Moore and her book Broken Butterflies. How does anyone survive losing a child to suicide, let alone grieve with hope? Where is God in our suffering? How does God take evil and turn it into good? Broken Butterflies: Emerging Through Grief, A Suicide Survivor's Poetic Journal answers in a mother_s unique, passionate voice.

Jonathan Cahn will be our guest on today_s show, and we will discuss his book, The Book of Mysteries. This story opens with a traveler and his encounter with a man known only as _the teacher._ The traveler keeps a journal in which he writes down each of the mysteries given to him by the teacher in his one-year odyssey_365 different mysteries_one for each day of the year. The Book of Mysteries is a daily devotional unlike any other.

How fun would it be to discover a grasshopper (locust) with a child? Do a grasshopper unit study. During Curriculum Corner, we discuss ways to make learning meaningful and enjoyable. Then, we go to our interview with Karen Whiting. Our discussion will explain how a person can discover and hold on to lasting, abiding, and true joy. Karen believes we start the joyful process by developing our sense of inner happiness and letting God_s presence permeate our hearts.

Our devotional focuses on the starfish, which leads us to arts and crafts, where we create a starfish craft. Next, we discuss a fun fraction game called Cyber Fractions. After that, we begin our interview with Jodi Hendrick. She asks, "Who was this broken woman staring back at me?" I didn't recognize her through all the filters she had put on_filters that years of toxic relationships, societal lies, and insecurities had developed and adopted, ultimately distorting the original masterpiece into something far from its intended form.

Enjoy this lively interview with Carlos Pardairo, the president of Safe TV. SafeTV is a television network located in Springdale, Arkansas. It was founded by Carlos Pardeiro in 1995 and is owned and operated by the Total Life Community Educational Foundation. SafeTV is broadcast nationally in the USA by IPTV provider Sky Angel and is a great resource for families.

The Flying Kite Prayer is the title of today_s story. It seems appropriate to do a unit study of kites and flying. During Curriculum Corner, we looked at all the free resources that Life Talk has for homeschoolers and families. We had an interesting question during the section Questions Parent Ask. The question was, _How do I stop yelling at my children?_ Then we had the honor of interviewing John Geli, the current Ministry Director for Life Talk Radio Network.

Sometimes, we are just like Fritz and roll in a dead toad, thinking it is something lovely that Jesus would like. And Jesus is so patient with us, just like the Dory children learned to be patient with Fritz. How appropriate to have an interview with Christine, and Lad was there too. In "Lessons from Lad," Christine Nicole Ferris offers a poignant and insightful journey into the lessons learned from her beloved collie, Lad. Although their time together was brief, Lad impacted Christine's life profoundly.

We begin Fritz's story about his encounter with a dead toad. During Arts-n-Crafts, we discuss how to give a dog a bath. Next, we look at Julie Bogart_s second reason that homeschooling fails: taking it personally when your kids are moody or don_t like the school work. We conclude our interview with Marisol Porto. Her book presents the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a straightforward, uncomplicated way. This life-affirming story is for children ages 7 to 18.

How do you support your child_s imaginative play? A lot of learning can occur in the bathtub. During Curriculum Corner, we talked about overthinking or over-researching homeschooling. This could be with anything you are thinking of doing. Just do it. Then, we began our interview with Marisol Porto. She and Michelle Nietert, LPC-S, wrote the book God, I Feel Scared. This book deals with the emotion of fear.

Have you ever wondered why mankind is now experiencing rapid technological advancements and scientific knowledge? Is it possible that God is providing additional evidence that He is the designer and creator of the universe? We discuss this possibility while exposing misinformation, half-truths, and outright lies regarding the following subjects: The Big Bang - UFOs - Overpopulation - Climate Change - Renewable Energy - Water Shortages - Noah's Flood - Afterlife - and American Exceptionalism.

Someone gave the Dory family another wash tub, and Jenny and Johnny have fun playing in the tub and using Jenny_s fingers like the knobs on a radio. During Arts-n-Crafts, we discuss the history of radio and how to make a radio. Then, we conclude the interview with Lisa Corduan. She enjoys outdoor adventures and cuddle-time moments with her grandchildren. This has inspired her to create heartwarming, fun, interactive children_s stories.

Johnny and Fritz go on a field trip with the upper graders. Grades 5 - 8 are looking for flowers for their science flower unit study. This segues perfectly for your own flower unit study. Remember, you can find ideas on Dr. Gamblin_s Pinterest site at mrgamblin2. Today, we begin our two-part interview with Lisa Corduan. She wrote the book Daddy, Are You a Duck? This a story about a young girl who follows her Daddy around the farm trying to deduce why everybody calls him _Duck._

The youngest Dory child lies in a hospital bed with a peanut lodged in his lungs. The doctors have done everything they can possibly do. They put James in an oxygen tent for the night and plan to remove the peanut surgically in the morning. The topic of oxygen leads to the lesson of oxygen. Then, we conclude our interview with Bonnie Fite and Effective Discipline. Learn how to save precious time, effort, and heartache.

When something catastrophic happens, it is hard to remember and trust that it is in God_s hands. During Arts-n-Crafts, we do a fun exercise of drawing a picture on a paper plate on top of our heads while trusting another person to guide us. Next, we interview Bonnie Fite, who has written the book Effective Discipline: A Delicate Balance. This book is for parents who are building careers, mothers at home, single parents, and teachers.

Kuda Vana Partnership (formerly Murwira Children_s Home) was officially founded in 2006 by retired church secretary Paula Leen. Paula had lived and worked in Zimbabwe for several years, and in 1997, when she was in her sixties, Paula felt called to help the orphaned children of Zimbabwe. Tara Petersen explains what we can do to help.

Our Fritz story continues with James being admitted and put in an oxygen tent for the night. During Arts-n-Crafts we discuss teaching children how to manage their emotions. We further explore different teaching philosophies and answer a few questions. And conclude our interview with Tama Fortner. In the book, God, I Feel Scared, children will discover that it is okay to be scared and that God is with us in all things, including fear. With simple, accessible text, scared becomes an emotion that kids do not need to avoid.