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In this Homeschool 101 episode, Andrew Pudewa sits down with Jonathan Brush to learn more about the Unbound program, a Christian hybrid education company that prepares high school students and graduates to launch through hands-on projects, practical skills training, and professional development. Listen to this episode to hear Andrew's excitement for Unbound and to be inspired by Jonathan's passion for helping the next generation. Referenced MaterialsUnboundJonathan BrushUnbound's YouTube channel If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.comPerhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com
South Conway County School Board approves an English and Language Arts curriculum to align K-6; Board approves multiple personnel issues, hears excellence awards; Norris earns recognition at ABC Awards; public hearing held to discuss Conway Data Center; local student named 4H Teen Star; high school baseball and softball state tournaments set for this week; we visit with Mary Clark of UACCM.
Planet Dawah is back.It has been two years since our last upload. Two years of reflection, research, and preparation. We've missed this community, and we are returning with what we believe is our most vital deep-dive yet: The Prophetic Model of Marriage.In an era of confusion and shifting family dynamics, we are going back to the source. We aren't just talking about the ceremony; we're talking about the Mithaqan Ghaliza—the solemn covenant. From the ethics of selection and the legal protections of the Nikah to the intimate, quiet moments of the Prophet's (ﷺ) domestic life, we explore how the Sunnah builds homes of tranquility (Sakina).In This Episode:The Two-Year Hiatus: A quick word on where we've been and the future of Planet Dawah.Beyond the Surface: Why "Deen" in a spouse means character (Akhlaq), not just rituals.Leadership as Service: How the Prophet (ﷺ) broke stereotypes by mending his own clothes and serving his family.The Privacy Shield: The Prophetic mandate on protecting the secrets of the home.Conflict with Excellence: Navigating disagreements without losing your Rahma (Mercy). SPONSOR: AHA ACADEMYThe foundation of a strong home is the education of our children. We are proud to partner with AHA Academy, the premier agency connecting students with elite, English-speaking online tutors.Whether your child needs to master Mathematics, Science, or Language Arts, AHA Academy provides 1-on-1 mentorship with professional teachers who get results.Ready to give your child the edge they deserve?
Tune in to hear Head of School, Dr. Mark Carleton, chat with Cindy Hilton, Lower School 5th grade Language Arts teacher about her professional background including five years in finance and 17 years in education. This episode is now live and available for download on our People of PS Podcast. Cindy Hilton holds an Associate of Science in Biology from San Jacinto College and a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Houston–Clear Lake. She is certified in EC–6 Generalist, EC–12 Special Education, English as a Second Language (ELL), and Gifted and Talented (GT). Throughout her teaching career, Cindy has worked with 2nd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, Special Education, and GT students, building a strong foundation in supporting a wide range of learners. Cindy and her husband Jay, the School's Director of Facility Operations, not only work together at PS, but they also work together in their community. She and her husband pastor a small church in the Clear Lake area where she teaches Sunday School, and is part of the praise team. In their free time, the Hiltons enjoy fishing in Galveston Bay, Port Aransas, and Rockport. Cindy also enjoys bible journaling, reading, sewing, and embroidering. Jay and Cindy have been enjoying life together for 30 years, and they are proud parents to sons Blaze (24), Bishop (22), and Brooks (13), and bonus son Charles (20). At home, her family also cares for chickens, ducks, and two quirky German Shepherds.
OEA's grant programs empower Local associations to do incredible things for educators, students, and their communities. The Twinsburg Education Association has taken those opportunities and put that funding to work to build engagement and support. In this episode, we hear from 14 members of the TEA Grant Committee - yes, 14 guests on this episode! - about some of the amazing events, initiatives, and projects they've been able to do, with the support of their OEA grant funding. These are steal-worthy ideas (in the very best way) and TEA leaders hope you'll do just that!SEE FOR YOURSELF | Watch this short video to see photos from a few of the many grant-supported projects the TEA Grant Committee members mentioned in this episode, including the kindergarten t-shirts, family night with the Cleveland Monsters, and more! CATCH UP | Click here to listen to our conversation with OEA Secretary-Treasurer Rob McFee from earlier this season about the OEA grants that are available and the changes that have been made to make this funding more accessible and impactful for local associations. Your Dues Dollars at Work: What you need to know about OEA's Local Affiliate GrantsJUMP AHEAD | Helpful timecodes to hear about some of Twinsburg EA's initiatives and projects:3:00 - How Twinsburg Education Association got started with the OEA Affiliate and Wellness grants6:00 - The types of grants TEA wrote for the 2025-2026 schoolyear 9:00 - Kindergarten shirts with grant money from the OEA Action Plan12:25 - TEA Winter Party with funding from the OEA Affiliate Grant14:00 - Quarterly newsletter with support from the OEA Action Plan18:00 - TEA podcast, which will be supported by funding through the OEA Action Plan to get materials needed20:45 - OEA Fund Lunch with funding from the OEA Affiliate Grant24:45 - OEA Fund donations increased with an OEA Affiliate Grant-funded prize to encourage engagement26:30 - Family Fun Event at a Cleveland Monsters game, funded by the OEA Affiliate Grant28:45 - Coffee and snacks for each building, thanks to OEA Wellness Grant fundingLEARN MORE ABOUT THE OEA GRANTS:For details about the Special Projects and Effective Local grants, click here. The application form is available here.For more information about the Local Capacity Grant, click here. Additional information can be found on the OEA Grants and Scholarships page, in the bottom right corner.For more information about the OEA Wellness Grants, click here. Click here to learn more about the OEA Foundation Grants.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guests: Kimberly Fink, Retired Twinsburg Education Association member and former TEA PresidentAfter teaching for 35 years in Twinsburg, Kimberly Fink continues to serve on the Twinsburg Education Association grant committee in her retirement. She was TEA vice president for four years and TEA president for six years, during which time she started the OEA Affiliate Grant and Wellness Grant-funded programs in Twinsburg. Fink was a Team Leader for 18 years and served on six negotiating committees. She also served ten years as a delegate to the NEOEA and OEA Representative Assemblies. She is now a member of TEA-Retired and OEA-Retired, and works as a student teacher supervisor for the University of Akron.Mary Bilinski, Twinsburg Education Association Vice PresidentA third grade teacher at Samuel Bissell Elementary School, Mary Bilinski is in her 25th year of teaching, the last 18 of which in Twinsburg schools. She is currently in her first full year as TEA vice president and NEOEA/OEA Rep. Bilinski has previously served as a TEA building rep for three years (2009-2011 and 2024-205) and has served on two TEA contract negotiations committees. She was a Team Leader in 3rd Grade from 2011 to 2014, and she continues to serve on the Grade 3 Math Ohio Content Advisory Committee for the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Bilinski has served in that role for the last eleven years. Note: During our conversation in March, Bilinski mentioned she was running in the upcoming TEA elections. She has since shared an update letting us know she was re-elected for another term as TEA Vice President!Scott Peterson, Twinsburg Education Association SecretaryScott Peterson teaches 8th grade Language Arts in Twinsburg and is in his 31st year of teaching. He was a building rep for 11 years, and has been the TEA Secretary for the past five years. Peterson also writes the Politics Corner column for the quarterly TEA newsletter. Outside of his work for TEA and in his classroom, Peterson coaches the 8th grade Power of the Pen team.Kristie Lewis, Twinsburg Education Association memberKristie Lewis is a dedicated educator with 27 years of experience supporting students and public education. She spent eight years as a classroom teacher and has served as a school counselor for the past 19 years. Now in her eighth year with Twinsburg City Schools, Kristie continues to advocate for student success, wellness, and equitable opportunities.In addition to her work with students, Kristie is an active union leader and advocate for educators. She has served as a Building Representative and as a delegate for the Northeast Ohio Education Association, Ohio Education Association, and the National Education Association Representative Assembly for the past three years. Through grants and partnerships with these organizations, she helped provide nearly 200 books to support student learning. Diversity Read-Ins are grant-sponsored events offered by TEA. Kristie believes empathy in solidarity and protecting public education is both her passion and her life's work.Click here to listen to a previous Public Education Matters episode fe...
In this episode of The Classical Mind, Dr. Junius Johnson sits down with Buck Holler from the CiRCE Institute to discuss "Tapestry," a new writing and grammar curriculum designed to bridge the gap between early elementary studies and the advanced persuasive essays found in The Lost Tools of Writing. Holler explains that for twenty-five centuries, the study of grammar and literature were considered a single, unified discipline, an organic connection that was largely severed during the Enlightenment. By re-integrating these fields, the curriculum moves away from the modern trend of teaching grammar through isolated, "zigzag" sentences and instead grounds linguistic study in the rich soil of full stories, including Aesop's fables, Arthurian legends, and sacred Scripture. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theclassicalmind.com/subscribe
Student voice is one of the most powerful forces in education — but only when it has a real stage. In this episode, Dr. Fonz welcomes back returning guest Tim Belmont, Language Arts teacher and Technology Coordinator at Lyndhurst High School in New Jersey, for a rich conversation on what it actually means to give students an authentic voice — and the innovative project he built to make that a reality.Tim breaks down how he integrates podcasting into his Public Speaking and Advanced Public Speaking classes, why choice and personal connection are the secret ingredients to genuine student expression, and how the NPR Student Podcast Challenge transforms reluctant students into passionate communicators. He also shares the story behind the Bell Tower — a privacy-conscious podcast platform he built from the ground up to give student voices a stage that goes beyond the classroom walls, while staying FERPA and COPPA compliant.Whether you are a classroom teacher, a tech coordinator, or a district leader, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you define assessment, student engagement, and what authentic learning looks like in the age of AI.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:43 Tim Belmont's Background in Education05:51 Integrating Podcasting in the Classroom10:26 Authentic Student Voice vs. Performative Voice15:15 The Impact of Authentic Audiences20:24 The Importance of Scripted Communication22:32 The Bell Tower Project Overview23:40 The Bell Tower Project: Vision and Goals29:57 Authentic Audience Engagement in Education34:45 Transformative Student Experiences through Podcasting39:34 Getting Started with Podcasting in the Classroom44:25 The Future of Student-Created Media and AssessmentConnect with Tim Belmont:
Welcome to The Amazing Watch Podcast! Sorry, if Language Arts wasn't a detour some teams might still be there Watch along with Season 17 of The Amazing Race on Amazon Prime Video, CBS. fuboTV, Spectrum On Demand, Paramount Plus, DIRECTV, or buy it as download on Google Play Movies, Vudu, Amazon Video, FandangoNOW, or Microsoft Store. Follow us on social media! Email: amazingwatchpod@gmail.com Facebook: The Amazing Watch Podcast Twitter: @amazingwatchpod Instagram @amazingwatchpod Don't forget to tag #AmazingWatchPod This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Connie Richardson. Connie is the debut author of Rapid City Summer. She teaches middle school English and Language Arts in the Chicago suburbs. She has published articles, short stories, and blog posts for the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and Scribbler. Additionally, Connie is a former graduate and current mentor in author Mary Adkin's MFA-alternate program, The Book Incubator. When she is not teaching or writing, she enjoys fly-fishing out west, running, coaching cross-country and track & field, and cooking for her family and friends. This episode with Connie is so much fun, and her energy and passion for reading shine through the entire conversation. We talk about big life moments, the joy of finally seeing a debut novel out in the world, and what it means to fall in love with stories that open doors to new experiences. Episode Highlights:Writing for the space between middle grade and YA, which Connie calls lower YA.Her work as an ELA teacher and her school's participation in a One Book, One School program that brings authors directly to studentsHow Rapid City Summer is set in South Dakota and centers around the niche topic of fly fishingWhy Connie loves writing and reading niche topics that readers may never experience firsthandA book flight featuring middle grade and YA novels that readers of all ages can connect toConnect with Connie:InstagramFacebookWebsiteBooks and authors mentioned in the episode:The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay CurrieSlider by Peter HautmanSunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne CollinsAlone by Megan FreemanCarrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins ReidHarry Potter series by J.K. RowlingIt's Not Summer Without You by Jenny HanBook FlightThe Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny HanThe Canyon's Edge by Dusti BowlingThe Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares✨ Find Your Next Great Read! We just hit 175 episodes of Bookish Flights, and to celebrate, I created the Bookish Flights Roadmap — a guide to all 175 podcast episodes, sorted by genre to help you find your next great read faster.Explore it here → www.bookishflights.com/read/roadmapSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website
I should have developed emotional armor, but I'd gone the other way.Stunned, I leaned hard on the doorjamb, knuckles white on suitcase handle, nerves frozen as they did when gut feelings proved true.Eloise Currie lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. She has kept a journal for 30 years and uses it as source material for short stories and nonfiction. Since retiring, she has been a member of a number of writers groups. She has tutored high school and adult students in Language Arts. She has edited two books as well as short stories. She has had pieces published in the Personal Story Publishing Project as well as the Old Mountain Press anthology.
Are you looking for clarity with language arts? What is developmentally appropriate and when? In this throwback interview, Language Arts expert, and all around great human being, Andrew Pudewa takes us step by step and age by age through teaching language arts in actionable steps. SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES: FREE MONTHLY WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP: CLICK HERE Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group NEW Instagram Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com EPISODE RESOURCES: Institute for Excellence in Writing Free Lesson Sample from Institute for Excellence in Writing Free Poetry Unit Sample from Institute for Excellence in Writing National History Day STOA Christian Homeschool Speech and Debate NCFCA Christian Speech & Debate League Online Latin: Pictadicta Memoria Press: Classical Christian Curriculum Classical Academic Press: Latin for Children Poetry Alive Abridged Classics for Kids The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning Paperback by Nathaniel Bluedorn, Hans Bluedorn
Celebrating our Language, Arts and CultureComhghairdeas to all of those who helped make Oireachtas na Samhna the huge success it was. Thousands of Irish language speakers from across the island of Ireland spent part of last week enjoying the music, dance, culture, arts, craic and discussions that are part of the oldest Irish language and arts event on the island of Ireland. The Waterfront Hall and other venues were filled with the very young to the not so young Gaels, all actively and enthusiastically enjoying the enormous diversity of Oireachtas na Samhna. Many took part in competitions, including sean-nós singing, sean-nós step dancing and lúibíní (poetic verses).A special well done to Máirín Nic Dhonnchadha and the leadership team which ensured the smooth running of an amazing and ambitious occasion. The presence of President Elect Catherine Connolly, due to be sworn in as Uachtarán na hÉireann next week was a special bonus. The Oireachtas was her first visit North following the presidential election. So too did the presence of Pól Deeds, the new Irish Language Commissioner, who along with Lee Reynolds the Ulster Scots Commissioner, will take up their posts next week.This is another important step forward. The Irish Language Commissioner will play an important role in enhancing the opportunities for the growth of the Irish Language.Ról na nGael i dTógáil Éire NuaCeann de na himeachtaí ag Oireachtas na Samhna eagraíodh é ag Coimisiún Shinn Féin ar Thodhchaí na hÉireann. Scrúdaigh sé go sonrach ról na nGaelgóirí i dtreo aontú na hÉireann.Cuir Tomás Ó Néill fáilte roimh an tionál ar son Shinn Fein mBeal Feirste. D'oscail Aisling Reilly MLA, duine den ghlúin úr seo sa chathair, an imeacht agus labhair sí ar na deiseanna romhainn fríd Aontacht – “deis fháis, deis cheangail agus deis ar rathúlachta chomhchoitinn”.Dúirt Aisling gur mór an seans go mbeadh ann don Reifreann le linn Uachtaránacht Catherine Connolly agus go bhfuil muidne, muintir na hÉireann i bhfad chun tosaigh ar an Rialtas. Lá i ndiaidh lae, tá níos mó daoine, eagraíochtaí agus grúpaí a rá go bhfuil dualgas ar an Rialtas i mBaile Átha Cliath tabhairt fán phleanáil agus ullmhúchán do reifreann agus d'athaontú na tíre.The Olive is never just a TreeThe number of people killed by Israel's genocidal war on the Palestinian people of the Gaza Strip has passed 68,000, with a further 10,000 at least still buried under the rubble. Over 150,000 have been wounded, many of them permanently disabled. The most recent figures on Israeli actions in Gaza reveal that the so-called ceasefire that began on 10 October is far from that. So far Israeli forces have violated the ceasefire on 194 occasions, including 55 shootings and 55 shellings. Other attacks have occurred since then. At least 226 people, including 97 children have been killed. What price the ceasefire?Last week, the Israeli government allowed some heavy machinery in to help in the search for dead Israeli captives. They continue to ban heavy equipment for the retrieval of Palestinian victims.Under the agreement agreed between the USA, Qatar, Egypt and Turkey humanitarian aid should now be flowing into the Gaza Strip. However, instead of the 600 trucks cleared to enter Gaza each day less than a quarter of this number are currently being allowed in. Critically trucks carrying frozen meat, eggs and livestock are still blocked.
Tony Weaver, Jr. is a storyteller who creates diverse worlds where every reader can find their place. His debut graphic novel, Weirdo, sold out of its first printing in seven weeks of publication, received multiple starred reviews, and was named one of the best books of 2024 by School Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, People Magazine, The New York Public Library, and the Children's Book Review. He was the first comic writer ever selected for the Forbes 30 Under 30, selected as a Flying Start by Publishers Weekly, and has attracted coverage from ABC, NBC, and The Huffington Post. Tony's writing prowess has not only garnered him institutional accolades, but has built him a loyal following of over 1 million followers across TikTok and Instagram.Tony is currently focusing on promoting his Nerds For Literacy initiative and as well as his award-winning graphic novel memoir, Weirdo, Valeriana Boadu is an educator, author, and storyteller. She was born on the Caribbean Island of St. Lucia to a family of ten children. She has been in education for over twenty-five years, teaching Geography, Language Arts, and Multilingual Learners. She is a television presenter and a published author. Her very first novel was a romance novel, which placed her in the top ten for romance writing and earned her a nomination by Foreword Reviews for excellence in writing. Since then, Val has published 11 more books—multicultural short stories and Language Arts textbooks to support writing in elementary and secondary schools.
Tony Weaver, Jr. is a storyteller who creates diverse worlds where every reader can find their place. His debut graphic novel, Weirdo, sold out of its first printing in seven weeks of publication, received multiple starred reviews, and was named one of the best books of 2024 by School Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, People Magazine, The New York Public Library, and the Children's Book Review. He was the first comic writer ever selected for the Forbes 30 Under 30, selected as a Flying Start by Publishers Weekly, and has attracted coverage from ABC, NBC, and The Huffington Post. Tony's writing prowess has not only garnered him institutional accolades, but has built him a loyal following of over 1 million followers across TikTok and Instagram.Tony is currently focusing on promoting his Nerds For Literacy initiative and as well as his award-winning graphic novel memoir, Weirdo,Valeriana Boadu is an educator, author, and storyteller. She was born on the Caribbean Island of St. Lucia to a family of ten children. She has been in education for over twenty-five years, teaching Geography, Language Arts, and Multilingual Learners. She is a television presenter and a published author. Her very first novel was a romance novel, which placed her in the top ten for romance writing and earned her a nomination by Foreword Reviews for excellence in writing. Since then, Val has published 11 more books—multicultural short stories and Language Arts textbooks to support writing in elementary and secondary schools.
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Send us a textBridging climate science and the classroom can start with a simple walk to a place that matters. In this episode, we talk with Kristin Valle Geren—former elementary teacher, now a doctoral candidate and research assistant with the Stories-To-Live-By collective—to explore how story and place help children make sense of climate change in their own communities. Kristen shares how “Explorers Club” invites elementary students to read the world around them: snapping photos by the Hillsborough River, mapping school grounds, composing social media-style videos, and asking the questions adults often miss. A small linguistic shift—asking what “matters” rather than what's “important”—unlocks personal stories and genuine curiosity, turning observations into research and narratives.From Hurricane Irma's lingering impact in the Florida Keys to slow, uneven recovery across tourism economies, we trace climate as a lived, local reality that shows up in housing, work, and daily routines—not just in headlines.If you're curious about how you might integrate climate literacy without overhauling your curriculum, this conversation offers concrete moves, hope, and a path forward rooted in eco-justice, local knowledge, and the everyday literacies students already use.Kristin Valle Geren is a doctoral candidate in the Literacy Studies program in the College of Education at the University of South Florida and the Graduate Research Assistant for the Stories-to-Live-by Collective. Before beginning her doctoral studies, Kristin taught elementary school and worked as a literacy coach in Tampa, Florida. Specifically, she worked in the community where she now engages in community-based educational research in an after school program with elementary-aged youth. As a child, Kristin's family moved often due to her father's military service, but she has lived in Florida for over 20 years now - all of her adult life. She came to the Stories-to-Live-By project through her interest in the ways children and teachers make sense of the places in which they live and teach and the possibilities of placemaking literacies for exploring issues of climate crisis. You can read about Kristin and Alex's collaborative work here: Geren, K. V., & Panos, A. (2025). Perspectives on Practice: A Walk along Our River: Naming and Placing as a Start to Climate and Ecojustice Literacies Inquiry. Language Arts, 102(4), 274–278. https://doi.org/10.58680/la20251024190Connect with Classroom Caffeine at www.classroomcaffeine.com or on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
3 minutes of your time will help us improve this podcast https://forms.office.com/r/1G564EGQkn Take the survey! Most people can readily see the importance of English. Why do so few enjoy it in school or find it fulfilling? In this inspiring session, Kendall Myers reminds us of why language arts classes rightly take a significant slice of our energies at school. Kendall brings a wealth of experience and thought to this topic from his time in the classroom, in school leadership, and as a parent. He asks the question: What should we accomplish in our English classes? He unpacks the basic goal of producing students who are capable of listening and reading with comprehension and speaking and writing with clarity. You'll hear a profound philosophy of language woven in here. Language opens the world to our students; it changes the way they see and understand. Articulating what they have learned or are coming to understand is a vital part of knowing. Expressing what they know clarifies their understanding and increases their ownership of the material. But this talk doesn't just give the philosophy. While that's essential to caring deeply about English, Kendall's talk also points towards the kinds of activities that can turn this subject into something students look forward to. Specifically, he offers an overview of how to think about cultivating your students' reading. What should our students be reading and how do we identify a good book? Links This recording was first published on The Dock as "Why Teach English?" https://thedockforlearning.org/lecture/why-teach-english/ More recordings from CASBI 2015: https://thedockforlearning.org/series/casbi/casbi-2015/ Info on how languages divide the color spectrum differently (two suggested links below; use some or all or other) https://blog.duolingo.com/color-words-around-the-world/ https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.0701644104?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn11759-russian-speakers-get-the-blues/ (summary of the 2nd link)
There's nothing quite as inspiring as learning from a great role model. If you aspire to become an international educator, our guests today—Hannah and Jared Keen—will truly impress you as they share invaluable insights, backed by their careful planning and resourcefulness. Join us to hear their story and learn what it takes to thrive in the highly competitive world of international school recruiting.Side note: Did you listen to episode 87 with Diane Jacoutout of Edvectus in which she she shared tips for first-timers to international recruiting? If you missed it, do check it out: It wil set you up for this interview with the Keens.Jared and Hannah have been teaching in US public schools for 10 years. Jared teaches Language Arts and Social Studies while Hannah has taught in Primary English & Spanish Dual Language programs across all subjects. The Keens thrive on exploring new places and are eager to expose their two young boys to other education opportunities while also immersing them in cultural environments that broaden their worldview. Our guiding questions were: “What makes you so keen to go global? What steps are you taking to become international educators?”Topics covered include:Exploring the experiences, skills, and character strengths that inspired Hannah and Jared to consider international teaching. Reflections on how our “Thought Experiment: Is International Teaching for Me?” blog post helped clarify their motivations and readiness for this career path.Insight into how they developed a purposeful recruiting plan, including steps taken and resources utilized.How working with an expert recruitment consultant is shaping their approach and easing their concerns.Discussing their openness to various regions of the world, and how they weigh various options, including leveraging resources like our blog post and spreadsheet, “Profiling Schools, Cities and Countries” .Focusing on the needs of their young children while also honoring their extended family's feelings towards their desire to teach internationally. Jared and Hannah's LinkedIn In Information: Jared | HannahResources Mentioned: Is International Teaching For Me? Blog PostProfiling Schools, Cities and Countries Blog PostRecorded on August 21, 2025.Categories: Recruiting | School Life | Travel Remember to access our Educators Going Global website for more information and consider joining our Patreon community at patreon/educatorsgoingglobal!Email us with comments or suggestions at educatorsgoingglobal@gmail.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.Listen on your favorite podcast app: connect from our share page.Music: YouTube. (2022). Acoustic Guitar | Folk | No copyright | 2022❤️. YouTube. Retrieved October 11, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOEmg_6i7jA.
Homeschool language arts… but make it magical. In this episode, Lisa chats with Joshua Davidson, creator of Night Zookeeper—a story-driven, gamified ELA program where kids invent creatures, build worlds, and level up writing, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and more. With real tutors, smart scaffolding, and a gentle, visually stunning interface, Night Zookeeper helps reluctant writers become confident storytellers—and gives fluent writers a global community to share their work. What you'll learn How creativity fuels literacy: kids design characters, then naturally want to write, revise, and share. Built-in scaffolding: age-appropriate prompts and supports progress from picture-choice sentences to full paragraphs and essays. Immediate feedback (from a penguin!): friendly, low-friction corrections keep momentum high. Safe, moderated community: every post is reviewed by humans; parent controls let you dial features up or down. Comprehensive ELA: reading, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, poetry, persuasive and report writing—guided by quests or sandbox play. Tutor feedback: real people encourage, coach, and celebrate wins. Grows with your learner: ages ~5–11 with pathways for beginners and advanced storytellers. Cross-platform access: computers and tablets; iPhone available now, Android app coming. How Night Zookeeper works (quick tour) Create a character (unicorn-rainbow besties with a crisp packet named Bill? yes.). Tell the story with prompts that match skill level. Get feedback—from tutors, peers, and the professorial penguin. Build skills via gamified lessons and the new Quests mode (a structured route through the curriculum). Share & celebrate inside a fully moderated, kid-safe community. Safety & parental controls All student work is reviewed by human tutors before it's public. Feature controls for families (e.g., limit community features for younger children). Optional “bubble mode” if you want a solo experience. Pro tips from Joshua Create the first animal together. That one shared moment super-charges buy-in. Try the 7-day free trial, then (if you love it) consider the companion Night Zookeeper books for easy independent reading. Who this episode is for Parents of reluctant writers who need a joyful on-ramp. Word-loving kids who want a bigger audience for their stories. Families seeking a complete, kid-safe ELA solution that actually gets used. Links & resources Night Zookeeper (7-day free trial + discount): Night Zookeeper books (by Joshua Davidson): [book link] True North Academy (online grades 6–12): truenorthhomeschool.academy It's Not That Hard to Homeschool blog: notthathardtohomeschool.com Pull quote “The best forms of learning are play. We just give kids the tools to create until their hearts are content.” Call to action Ready to turn “I don't like writing” into “Can I write one more chapter?”
On this episode, we're thrilled to be joined by Ames High teacher Alex Grapp. We're talking about how to bring language arts to life by tapping into what students actually care about, why engagement and enjoyment are game-changers for retention, and the advice Alex has for fellow educators who want to make their classrooms more connected and dynamic.
Rethink how academic languaging can transform content area teaching For years, the teaching of content-based academic language to multilingual learners has focused on formulas, vocabulary lists, and sentence patterns―often sidelining students' linguistic and cultural strengths. Gisela Ernst-Slavit and Margo Gottlieb address these challenges by embracing academic languaging, an active, collaborative student-driven process. Academic Languaging offers strategies to integrate language and content learning while fostering student engagement, voice, and agency. Dedicated chapters on academic languaging for Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science highlight the dimensions of disciplinary language for each subject and provide strategies for moving learning forward with multilingual learners. Additional features include: "Stop and Think" prompts to help educators connect new ideas with their instructional settings Prompts at the end of each chapter to encourage deeper thinking and application of the material Multilingual examples to mirror the varied classroom settings in the U.S. and beyond. The ultimate resource for educators committed to empowering multilingual learners and fostering meaningful, culturally sustaining education, Academic Languaging ensures multilingual learners comprehend academic content and thrive as confident, autonomous drivers of their own learning. To support the podcast, you can order this book using my Amazon Associate's link: https://amzn.to/3U6lIEc
Composition lessons with the Charlotte Mason Method are the culmination of years of your student sharing his thoughts and ideas. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Composition originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
Composition lessons with the Charlotte Mason Method are the culmination of years of your student sharing his thoughts and ideas. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Composition originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
What is narration? It's a powerful tool that helps students take ownership of what they have learned. What Is Narration? — Charlotte Mason Language Arts originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
What is narration? It's a powerful tool that helps students take ownership of what they have learned. What Is Narration? — Charlotte Mason Language Arts originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
The Charlotte Mason approach to grammar and English builds a student's confidence in the art of using language well. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Grammar originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
The Charlotte Mason approach to grammar and English builds a student's confidence in the art of using language well. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Grammar originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
You're going to love the Charlotte Mason approach to spelling, with words learned in context of great passages from literature! Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Spelling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
You're going to love the Charlotte Mason approach to spelling, with words learned in context of great passages from literature! Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Spelling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
Welcome to this summer flashback episode of BaseCamp Live! In today's conversation, host Davies Owens revisits a powerful interview with Andrew Pudewa, founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing.In an age of shrinking vocabularies, short attention spans, and over-reliance on screens, Andrew shares why writing and speaking well are more critical than ever. He explains that students cannot think complex thoughts without the words to express them, and highlights how classical education – with its focus on grammar, logic, and rhetoric – equips students to become articulate, thoughtful communicators who can engage the world with truth and clarity.Andrew unpacks the decline he's witnessed over three decades in students' vocabulary and attention spans, and why reading aloud, memorizing beautiful language, and teaching students to write and speak persuasively are not just academic exercises but essential skills for life and faithfulness. He challenges parents and educators to see education not merely as preparation for wealth and comfort, but as formation for mission in the world.With practical encouragement, humorous reflections, and deep conviction, Andrew calls us back to raising students who can read, think, write, and speak well for God's glory and the good of others.
With the Charlotte Mason Method, students learn handwriting in a natural way. Here's how it works. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Handwriting originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
With the Charlotte Mason Method, students learn handwriting in a natural way. Here's how it works. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Handwriting originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
The Charlotte Mason approach to reading lessons is the best of both phonics and sight words. Here's how it works. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Reading Lessons originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
The Charlotte Mason approach to reading lessons is the best of both phonics and sight words. Here's how it works. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Reading Lessons originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
Nature Nurtures: Mind, Body & SpiritExplore the profound connection between nature, play, and therapy and their impact on our development from infancy to adulthood. In this episode, we delve into how natural environments and therapeutic practices support and enhance our emotional, mental, and physical well-being at every stage of life.Through insightful interviews with experts, personal stories, and research-backed discussions, we explore the powerful role that nature-informed education and therapeutic play have on our growth and resilience. Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or lifelong learner, this podcast offers valuable perspectives and practical tools to foster holistic development in ourselves and the communities around us.From playful interactions in childhood to therapeutic practices in later years, join us as we celebrate the transformative power of nature, play, and healing, empowering humans of all ages to thrive and grow.Objectives:- Define nature-informed education, play, and therapy. - Describe evidence of the benefits of nature for health and well-being across the lifespan. - Identify ways to promote health and well-being utilizing outdoor spacesAngela Rekers-Power, PhDAngela is an Associate Professor at St. Ambrose University, teaching in the School of Education teacher preparation program. She holds a BA in English and teaching licensure in secondary Language Arts. However, after teaching in a breeze-block high school in the late 1980s, she decided she needed to be outside more often than not! She completed her MSc in Environmental Education for Sustainability and spent the next 20 years working for a UK non-profit as a Forest School leader facilitating outdoor learning and play for learners of all ages and abilities. She also trained teaching staff to become Forest School and outdoor learning and play facilitators, and consulted in developing school grounds for learning. In 2020, Angela completed her PhD study of young children's participation in the classroom and in the woodlands, using ecological and developmental psychology theories for analysis. Angela McCombs, OTDAngie is the program director and senior lecturer at St. Ambrose University's Occupational Therapy program. Angie has been an occupational therapist for 17 years, primarily working with pediatrics across various settings. Her interest is in promoting social participation for children and youth within the community setting. Angie has completed trainings in outdoor learning environments from North Carolina State University and Outdoor Kids Occupational Therapy. Her bachelor's degree is in Health Sciences from Purdue University, and her clinical doctorate is from Washington University in St. Louis.
What if the magic in parenting doesn't happen in the moment you get it right, but in the moment you come back and repair? This week, I talk with educator, children's book author, and Self-led parent Anna Purpero, and I just loved this conversation so much. Anna has two little boys and a big heart, and she shares so honestly about what happens when our protectors take over in parenting and how IFS helped her find a new way forward. We talk about: What happens in our bodies when our kids fight (and why we feel like we're in danger) Why repair — not perfection — is the real magic The power of separating “who I am” from “what I do” in parenting and beyond How Anna uses playful language like “my volcano's bubbling up” to talk to her kids about parts Why naming a part doesn't mean avoiding responsibility...it helps kids (and grownups) take more Why real apologies only come after shame has lifted How her creative work flowed from her own healing Anna's book My Friends Inside is just beautiful. It's one of those books that speaks to kids and to the little ones inside us. The language is simple, the illustrations are gorgeous, and the heart behind it? So, so good. Anna recorded a special reading of her book just for our community and Jeff added page spreads to create a whole little experience out of it. You can find that for free exclusively on Substack. Come meet your parts and maybe a few new friends inside. About Anna: Anna Purpero is an educator and children's book author based in Columbus, OH, where she lives with her partner, Jordan, and their two sons (ages 4 and 6). She draws inspiration from her former high school Language Arts students and the teens she mentored through Paper City Mentoring Project, a nonprofit she co-founded and led as Executive Director. She is currently building on her education, including SEL coursework from Fresno Pacific University and training through the Self-Leadership Collaborative. She hopes to continue to use art to facilitate experiential learning and inspire children to hold tight to their dignity and spark. Her debut picture book, My Friends Inside, is available now! Episode Sponsor: Inner World Collective A supportive community can change everything when you're learning and applying the IFS model. The Collective is an online space for IFS therapists and practitioners to connect with like-minded professionals, build confidence, refine their skills, and feel truly supported as they bring IFS into their clinical work. Inside, you'll find expert consultation, supervised and peer-led practice groups, monthly guest speakers, recorded demos and demo groups, and Self-led workshops—all designed to help you flourish as an IFS practitioner. About The One Inside: Check out The One Inside Substack community to access all episodes, exclusive extended interviews, meditations and exercises, and more. Find The One Inside Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum co-produces The One Inside. He's a writer and IFS Level 2 practitioner who specializes in helping therapists create with clarity and confidence. Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start. Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast. To learn more about sponsorship opportunties on The One Inside Podcast, email Tammy
Recitation the Charlotte Mason way is more than just rote memorization. It's a chance for students to show how the ideas they've received have impacted them. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Recitation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
Recitation the Charlotte Mason way is more than just rote memorization. It's a chance for students to show how the ideas they've received have impacted them. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Recitation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
A Charlotte Mason education in language arts begins with good books. Here's why choosing living books is so important. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Good Books originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
A Charlotte Mason education in language arts begins with good books. Here's why choosing living books is so important. Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Good Books originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
David and Bonnie Murphy, Alex Jones Listeners Scarlett's guests are David and Bonnie Murphy, Alex Jones listeners who did not believe the tragedy at Sandy Hook happened. They met Scarlett when Bonnie was working at one of the first schools to embrace the Choose Love program and Scarlett came in to present to the educators. David and Bonnie did not tell Scarlett that they thought she was a crisis actor for years. Now they sit down and have an unthinkable conversation about their thought process, the importance of truth and model courage and vulnerability needed to bridge divides and forge friendships across the aisles. Bonnie Lee Murphy is a successful educator of 32 years with Early Childhood, K-8 and Special Education certifications in public and private schools, endorsed in Reading, Health, Language Arts, Social Studies, Gifted and Psychology. A high school drop-out, she is currently a special education preschool teacher, after spending 28 years reversing generational cycles of ACEs and trauma, having her own education advocacy business as an education trainer and advocate including being New Mexico's first teacher and State Ambassador for Choose Love. David Murphy is a business partner with Core-Visual in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is a professional photographer / videographer / editor and has been working in the creative industry for more than 35 years. David's hobbies include playing bass guitar, making personal videos on his YouTube channel (covering topics ranging from theology to DIY home improvement projects), and he also writes and performs original standup comedy (occasionally).
Subscriber-only episodePrepare to be whisked away into the heart of homeschooling as Olivia Rian shares her treasure trove of knowledge on the Blossom and Root curriculum. Through our engaging discussion, listeners will grasp how this unique educational framework beautifully weaves together language arts, science, and nature study from preschool through the elementary years. Olivia, with her practical insights, unveils the delights and challenges of pairing Blossom and Root with programs like Wild Math and Easy Grammar, ensuring a rich tapestry of learning for every child. As we journey through the curriculum's evolution, you'll discover its increasingly user-friendly approach from the third grade, allowing for a smoother daily teaching experience.This episode isn't just about curriculum choices; it's an invitation to reimagine the classroom under the sky. Join us as we share inspiring nature-based science activities that promise to ignite curiosity across grade levels. From weather journals for eager first graders to the intricacies of physics for budding fourth-grade scientists, Olivia articulates how everyday practices like gardening and composting bring complex concepts to life. Together, we map out the rhythm of daily lessons, integrating art and literature into a seamless educational dance. For those seeking to nourish their child's learning with the freshness of the outdoors and the flexibility to tailor education to individual needs, this conversation sparkles with possibilities.Instagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast
http://www.JudoIsLife.net - In this video, we dive deep into the age-old debate between Direct Instruction (DI) and Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) in martial arts, specifically focusing on Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). These discussions have been happening for years in other disciplines like Mathematics, Language Arts, and Foreign Language Education. Now, BJJ is just starting to grapple with the same questions that Judo has been tackling for decades.We'll explore:✅ The strengths and weaknesses of both approaches✅ How they compare to teaching methods in mathematics, language arts (phonics vs. whole language), and foreign languages (immersion vs. grammar-translation)✅ Real-world applications in Judo and BJJ training✅ Why finding the right balance between structure and creativity is crucial for skill developmentWhether you're a coach, athlete, or martial arts enthusiast, this video will provide valuable insights into teaching and learning in combat sports. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on martial arts training and coaching philosophies!Please visit: www.CoffeeWithRhadi.com - Follow us onFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Coffeewithrhadi/?ref=br_rsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coffeewithrhadi/YouTube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCCeRmAFATZ9y1Tq2Xv0t_SQ?view_as=subscriber?sub_confirmation=1PODCAST: Find your platform: https://pod.link/1327983677#Judo #BJJ #MartialArts #DirectInstruction #InquiryBasedLearning #TrainingMethods #MartialArtsCoaching #SkillDevelopment #coffeewithrhadi #rhadi #rhadiferguson #family #olympian #quotes #motivationalquotes #inspirationalquotes #motivationalquote #lifequotes #quotesdaily #motivationquotes #motivation100 #keepgrowing #hustle247 #successdiaries #successsecrets #successtip #motivationvideo #motivatingquotes #successprinciples #millionairegentleman #successgoals #motivation302 #successadict #mindsetreset #repurpose
As spring approaches, both teachers and students look forward to warmer weather and the excitement of summer, but there's one big source of stress: standardized testing. These tests bring high stakes, with scores affecting decisions at the state, district, and school levels, putting pressure on teachers to help students perform their best. In this episode, I'm kicking off a four-part series on practical test-taking strategies to help your students feel prepared and less anxious, starting with five key tips for English Language Arts assessments. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/test-taking-strategies-for-elementary Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Multiple Choice Test Taking Strategies: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/test-taking-strategies-for-elementary Multiple Choice Test Taking Strategies: How to Ace a Multiple-Choice Test: https://www.saintleo.edu/about/stories/blog/multiple-choice-test-taking-strategies-how-to-ace-a-multiple-choice-test Grab a copy of my book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step R.E.A.D.Y. for School Roadmap for Elementary Classrooms: https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7 Lung Cancer Free: One Couple's Journey Through a “Lungs in a Box” Double Lung Transplant: https://www.lungcancerfree.com/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist
Jennifer Pepito is a homeschool mom of 7 with 30 years of homeschool experience, the author of Mothering by the Book, Habits for a Sacred Home, and the founder of the Peaceful Press. At the core of her homeschool ethos is a desire to learn language arts through living literature that inspires the dreamer, the warrior, and the creator in each of our children. Episode 124 dives deeper into Jennifer's principles for learning language arts. She walks you through what she did and how it benefited her children, the science behind learning language arts through a more Charlotte Mason-oriented approach, and how to make it work for you and your family if you're not sure where to start. Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! Check out the Homeschool Planner for a great way to stay organized and focused as the new year starts. Looking for more nature and science for this year? The Peaceful Press Nature Book Flood is a beautiful addition to your school year. In this episode– The reading you do as a family will define your children's vocabulary and narration abilities Finding objective ways to grade your child's paper through Institute in Excellence in Writing Our favourite language arts programs Jennifer's stories of teaching language art and the development of her principles for learning The Peaceful Press Family Vision Sheet The Restoration Home Free Workshop Habits for a Sacred Home by Jennifer Pepito Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto How to Homeschool Free e-Book Institute for Excellence in Writing You can learn more about Jennifer here– Jennifer's Instagram
Send us a textMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I didn't want to miss today due to the holiday, so I'm re-releasing one of my favorite episodes of the year- Carnivore Diet Tips and Tricks with The Carnivore Teacher John LaSpina! 606John LaSpina is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out his appearances on episode 575, episode 582, episode 606, and 718 of Boundless Body Radio!John LaSpina is a 59-year-old retired middle school teacher of 34 years. John taught Language Arts, Social Studies, Civics, and Video Production. John is a perpetual student, & most of his nutrition education comes from experts in the field of low carbohydrate nutrition.He became fat-adapted about 4 years ago when he started eating ketogenic. Currently, he identifies as a carnivore and claims to have never felt more alive, or more healthy. His YouTube videos serve the purpose of informing and educating viewers about the proper way of eating real, whole foods and the potential benefits that can be experienced through this approach.John encourages viewers to leave comments and questions, assuring them that he will respond to everyone. John creates these YouTube videos for free, offering them to anyone who wants to learn, as he believes knowledge is power. His ultimate goal is to help individuals become the optimized versions of themselves by learning to eat well in order to feel and look well.Find John at-YT- @Carnivore TeacherIG- @carnivoreteacherjohnLK- @Carnivore TeacherFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!
Homeschooling preschool does not have to be complicated! In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss simple ways to incorporate the listening and speaking skills that will best prepare younger students for reading and writing. Referenced Materials Cultivating Language Arts – Preschool through High School audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Read-Aloud Revival Podcast Read-Aloud Revival Booklists Waxwing Books Classical Kids — Susan Hammond By Heart: The Goodness of Memory Nurturing Competent Communicators audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Transcript of Podcast Episode 449 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.comPerhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com
“Public speaking skills lead to influence and leadership roles.” ~ Andrew Pudewa Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton and Andrew Pudewa discuss the benefits of cursive writing, the role of public speaking in leadership, and the importance of learning Latin, in this addition to our Homeschooling Every Subject series. Learn how to create a rich vocabulary environment and why it's crucial for your child's education.
“The easiest place to start in teaching children writing is with something immediate that already exists in words.” ~ Andrew Pudewa Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Andrew Pudewa joins Yvette Hampton to dive deep into teaching Language Arts at home in our Homeschooling Every Subject series. Andrew shares effective writing strategies that help students overcome the common challenges of starting and finishing their writing projects, and shares his insights on how to cultivate young writers by breaking down complex writing tasks into manageable steps. Understand the importance of source texts, keyword outlines, and how to navigate the overwhelm of creative writing assignments. Perfect for homeschool parents looking to improve their children's writing skills! ✨✏️ Come back tomorrow for the rest of this conversation. Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry? Recommended Resources Institute for Excellence in Writing Free Lessons from IEW Phonetic Zoo IEW Spelling Fix-It Grammar Introduction to Public Speaking First Form Latin from Memoria Press Latin for Children from Classical Academic Press Speech and Debate - NCFCA Podcast Recommendations: Homeschooling Every Subject Series The Arts of Language Podcast, with Andrew Pudewa More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Alex Newman - Should I Teach Phonics or Sight Words? Thinking Dad Podcast
“It is much easier for a homeschool mom to teach a child to read than for any teacher, no matter how much training they have to teach a whole room full of little kids to read at the same time.” ~ Andrew Pudewa Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Andrew Pudewa joins Yvette Hampton to dive into the essentials of teaching Language Arts in our Homeschooling Every Subject Series. Learn effective strategies for teaching reading, understanding developmental readiness, and the importance of phonics. Perfect for every homeschool parent looking to confidently teach their child to read! ✅ Key Topics Covered: 1. Teaching Reading at Home 2. Understanding Developmental Readiness 3. Benefits of Phonics-Based Methods 4. The Role of Audiobooks in Learning 5. Reading Comprehension Tips Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this conversation. Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry? Recommended Resources Institute for Excellence in Writing Free Lessons from IEW Phonetic Zoo IEW Spelling Fix-It Grammar Introduction to Public Speaking First Form Latin from Memoria Press Latin for Children from Classical Academic Press Speech and Debate - NCFCA Podcast Recommendations: Homeschooling Every Subject Series The Arts of Language Podcast, with Andrew Pudewa More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Alex Newman - Should I Teach Phonics or Sight Words? Thinking Dad Podcast