Best Zan Tyler Podcasts (2025)

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When Tragedy Strikes: Helping Families Find Hope in Homeschooling | Caleb Price | Ep. 163 23:05

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How do you respond when tragedy strikes and safety feels uncertain? Following the shocking death of Charlie Kirk and recent school violence, Zan Tyler and filmmaker Caleb Price discuss how these events are prompting more families to consider homeschooling than ever before. They share practical ways to open your home and heart to help nervous parent…

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391. From Being Threatened With Jail To Homeschooling Trailblazer: Zan Tyler On Keeping Eternity In Perspective 24:56

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JOIN ZAN TYLER, WHITNEY NEWBY, AND LEIGH NGUYEN AT LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE: https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference Nowadays, we take for granted that we can easily switch to homeschooling and continue for as long as we want to. But, the early homeschoolers didn't have that assurance. It took a few brave parents to step into …

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398. Why I Chose Not To Give Tests Or Grades To My Homeschoolers And What I Did Instead 23:32

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Even in the homeschool realm, it can feel like there are some taboo topics. Or at least ones that moms are hesitant to voice their opinion about. Testing and grading is one of those and I am actually loving the fact that more homeschool moms are willing to think outside the box and take a different approach. And bonus points for sharing what you do…

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397. Rough Start To The Homeschool Year? 4 Ways To Make It Better 17:00

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So, you just started the homeschool year and you're having a hard time already. Should you throw in the towel? Are you just not cut out for this homeschool thing? It can feel embarrassing to admit that homeschool isn't all that you thought it would be. It looks like everyone else started their year and they're living the dream. But you aren't. I pr…

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Ep. 83 - Underemployment Student Debt and the Homeschool Advantage 17:36

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He thought college would guarantee success. It didn't. In this eye-opening episode, Christy-Faith challenges the myth that a diploma automatically equals a bright future. With more than half of recent graduates underemployed and working jobs that don’t even require their degree, she pulls back the curtain on a system that promised stability but del…

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396. Q&A: What To Do About The Boys In Homeschool, Exposure To Different Cultures, When Learning Styles Are Opposed, And Discipling Our Children 23:02

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Wow! The questions in this episode are deep, but I'm here for it. I loved answering your questions that ranged from the reality of homeschooling boys who are on the move (it was a common theme for this one), homeschooling specific questions, and we ended with a question that brought tears to my eyes. Enjoy getting my point of view on these and when…

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395. An Honest Look At How Technology Impacts Your Homeschool Children With Clare Morell Of The Tech Exit 24:58

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Technology has come in like a tidal wave and our culture has just willingly accepted and adopted it all without questioning the ramifications. This isn't just for ourselves as adults, but for our children as well. At this point, you'd have to be living in a cave to not know that there is some pushback and evidence showing the negative impact screen…

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Ep. 82 - How Long Should a Homeschool Day Really Be? 19:16

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Homeschooling doesn’t need to take eight hours a day. And if it feels like you’re chained to a desk, exhausted, and stuck in school-at-home mode, you’re not alone. In this eye-opening and freeing episode, Christy-Faith unpacks where the “8-hour school day” came from (spoiler: it’s not about kids at all) and why it doesn’t make sense for homeschool …

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The Power of Play: Transform Your Homeschool | Kathy Eggers | Ep. 162 42:24

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What if you could help your children grasp concepts 10–20 times faster? Zan Tyler sits down with child development specialist Kathy Lee Eggers, who homeschooled eight children—six adopted and two biological—through the power of play. Together they share how play ignites learning, how curiosity fosters natural reading, and how embracing passions tra…

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394. The School System Is Outdated: Is Your Homeschool? 18:59

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We're going to poke the bear a little bit today. But not to make enemies. Instead, let's take a look at how the school system matches up with the here and now and then, flip the script to make your homeschool what it needs to be for your family. It's no secret that many families are choosing to home educate their children. At the end of the day, ar…

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393. Struggling With Homeschool Consistency? Put Your Big Girl Pants On! 19:01

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint The (not so) funny thing about homeschooling is that in theory, it sounds like a magical place full of perfect days. And then...reality hits. As the homeschool mom, we have to actually carry through with the plan. Enter the hurdle of consistency.…

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Ep. 81 - Homeschooling Preschool: How To Get The Most Out Of The Early Years 46:56

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She thought preschool meant worksheets and flashcards. In this freeing and practical episode, Christy-Faith sits down with child development expert and homeschooling mom Kathy Eggers to challenge the myth that “real” learning only happens at a desk. With decades of experience as a teacher, administrator, and author of The Homegrown Preschooler and …

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Choosing Homeschool Curriculum That Grows with Your Family | Eujeana Chism | Ep. 161 45:41

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What causes a homeschool curriculum to truly serve your family through every season? Zan Tyler sits down with longtime friend Eujeana Chism, who found her educational “home” with BJU Press after visiting publishers as a young mom. For 21 years, Eujeana discovered how the right curriculum became more than academics—it shaped her children’s education…

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392. Homeschooling Allows You To Rewrite The Story 19:10

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's common knowledge that homeschooling includes academic work. And as a homeschool mom, you know that you get to choose how and when that occurs in your home education. But there is so much more to homeschool than the books and curriculum. I ha…

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Ep. 80 - Are Homeschool Moms More Patient? 17:38

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"I could never homeschool. I’m just not patient enough." Sound familiar? It’s the line homeschool moms hear on repeat and it’s not the compliment people think it is. Because here’s the truth: no one starts homeschooling with angelic levels of patience. If anything, homeschooling is the fast track to realizing just how impatient you really are. In t…

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Abnormal Mapping 176: Star Fox 64

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We played a classic of the greatest console ever made, the Nintendo 64, this month! How did Em find returning to a game she 100%ed long ago? How did Ace Combat superfan Jackson find Nintendo’s take on the genre? All this and more in this episode! Thank you so much as always for listening, please rate and review the podcast, and tell all your friend…

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How to Keep Homeschooling When You Want to Quit | Leigh Nguyen | Ep. 160 21:45

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What keeps you going when homeschooling feels like a never-ending marathon? Leigh Nguyen, veteran homeschool mom and host of the Little by Little Homeschool Podcast, shares honestly about the hardest seasons including the 24/7 responsibility, character training struggles, and the temptation to quit. Zan reflects on a powerful moment when her own ch…

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390. Creating a Flexible Homeschool Plan That Won’t Fall Apart Mid-Year 20:10

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It is so exciting to begin a new homeschool year. The planners, curriculum, art supplies, and so on are shiny and new and the possibilities seem endless. But, the hurdle is to keep the perspective in mind that whatever you plan, needs to be susta…

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389. Homeschooling Golden Ticket: Family Style Learning 20:31

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Are you looking at your homeschool and wondering if it's actually sustainable? Is anyone learning anything? Is this worth your time? Are you about to burn out? If you answered yes to even one of those questions, can I introduce you to family styl…

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Ep. 79 - Homeschooling: The Miracle Solution of Families of Kids With Special Needs 21:12

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She was told she wasn’t qualified to teach her own child. In this fiery and deeply encouraging episode, Christy-Faith calls out one of the most harmful lies parents of special needs children hear: “Leave it to the professionals.” After years of reading IEPs, working with families, and watching the system fail kids again and again, she delivers a bo…

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The Homeschool Advantage: Learning at Their Own Pace | Leigh Nguyen | Ep. 159 32:06

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Leigh Nguyen is the host of Little by Little Homeschool podcast and conference. She never meant to homeschool but, she now finds herself 14 years into it with 2 homeschool graduates and 1 more to go! She spends her days in the northeast, learning how to live a more simplified and intentional life with her husband, James, and their 3 children. In he…

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388. How Should A Christian Homeschool Mom View Homemaking? With Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial 26:37

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Your to-do list is jam-packed with all the things and it probably feels like too much at times. How is any one person supposed to get it all done, including all of the laundry, cooking, and cleaning too? Oh and with a good attitude as well, right…

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387. Q&A: What If I Have To Work? Reading Resistance, Building Homeschool Community, When To Add Screens In School, Homeschooling A 5 Year Old 20:36

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ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion Your questions are amazing and I had so much fun answering these. I love delving into a variety of topics and today's episode covers so much. Even if you don't find yourself in any of these circumstances, I think it really helps us to understand other homeschool moms…

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Ep. 78 - Avoiding First-Week Overwhelm In Your Homeschool 22:16

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She wanted the perfect first day of homeschool. But she burnt out before Labor Day. In this practical and encouraging episode, Christy-Faith shares her three-step “survival guide” for starting the homeschool year with confidence, connection, and calm. If you’ve ever sprinted into the school year with high expectations and ended up exhausted, overwh…

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What’s Your Child’s Education Worth? The True Cost of Homeschooling | Ep. 158 30:50

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How much is your child's education really worth? In this episode, Zan and producer Caleb review clips that tackle everything from Florida's 46% homeschool growth surge to one family's quarter-million-dollar annual investment in their children's learning. Zan and Caleb explore why traditional classrooms haven't evolved in 150 years while discussing …

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386. You Don’t Have to Do It All: Breaking the Super Homeschool Mom Myth 18:29

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Do you feel the weight of the world upon your shoulders as a homeschool mom? You are responsible for, not only the physical growth of your children, but now their education and the discipleship of them 24/7. It's a lot. And you're probably puttin…

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385. Uncomplicate Your Homeschool With Reverse Planning 17:11

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Most homeschool moms don't plan to make home education complicated. But, it can easily end up there with all of the input from others and the mile high list of things you want to read, do, learn, and experience with your children. Planning is one…

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Ep. 77 - Zan Tyler: The Homeschool Pioneer Who Faced Jail For Her Kids 49:50

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She just wanted to do what was best for her child and nearly went to jail for it. In this unforgettable conversation, Christy-Faith sits down with Zan Tyler, one of the earliest and most courageous voices in the homeschool movement. Back in 1984, Zan’s decision to homeschool wasn’t just unconventional. It was illegal. She faced rejection, lonelines…

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You Can Cry, You Can Puke, But You Can’t Give Up | Jennifer Lont | Ep. 157 31:43

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Can a curriculum grounded in Scripture really transform your child's heart—and yours too? Zan Tyler sits down with Jennifer Lont—former classroom teacher turned homeschool mom and HomeWorks Consultant—to talk about how BJU Press Homeschool has reshaped her family's faith, thinking, and future. Together, Zan and Jennifer explore teaching with purpos…

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384. Which Homeschool Style Is Right For Your Family? 23:57

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Whether you're brand new to homeschooling and just trying to figure things out or you're a seasoned homeschool mom who needs a breath of fresh air for this school year, styles of homeschooling are a great way to get your footing. Nobody says you …

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383. Homeschooling Basics For Beginners And Those Who Need A Refresh 21:31

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint If this is your first of homeschooling: WELCOME! I am so thrilled for your family. Or if you're here for a refresh to make sure you are on the right track for the homeschool year, then, yay! I so appreciate your willingness to learn and be intent…

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Ep. 76 - Reclaiming Your Teen in a Peer-Obsessed World 21:24

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They say teens pulling away is just normal. But… what if it’s not? In this powerful episode, Christy-Faith unpacks a cultural shift that’s quietly unraveling the parent-child bond: peer orientation. Drawing from the parenting classic Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Gordon Neufeld, she explains how teens today are being emotionally pu…

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Teaching the Whole Child: Academics, Character, and Karate | Jennifer Lont | Ep. 156 24:10

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What transforms a classroom teacher into a passionate homeschool advocate? Join Zan and Jennifer Long as they explore the power of true engagement over simply putting in hours, why karate pushups became the perfect metaphor for academic growth, and how Jennifer's boys earned black belts while mastering viola and cello. This conversation reveals pra…

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382. 5 Steps To Adjusting From Summer Break Mentality To The Homeschool Year 19:53

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint It's that time of the year and I don't want you to be caught off guard. The summer tends to be more relaxed and free and then suddenly, homeschool moms become drill sergeants and expect everyone to fall in line. Now that is a recipe for disaster.…

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Abnormal Mapping 175: Children of the Sun

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A small and fascinating puzzle game gets us through a rough month this week as we talk about score chasing, the tone of indie games in aesthetics vs mechanics vs story, our feelings about short games, and more. This was a pretty solid little game! Thank you so much as always for listening, please rate and review the podcast, and tell all your frien…

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381. Should Homeschool Moms Be Strength Training? With Kelsee Moore From Moore and Co. 28:17

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint You've heard the buzz around social media about strength training. Or at the very least, I've mentioned it a time or two...or more. What's the deal with it? Should you spend time building your strength? What about cardio? And how can you possibly…

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Ep. 75 - Three Phrases I'll Never Say To My Kids Again And Why 22:08

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You meant well. So did I. But somewhere between the meltdowns, the math lessons, and the late-night guilt spirals, she started to realize that some of the most common parenting phrases—like “just do your best” or “how dare you talk to me like that”—were quietly doing more harm than good. In this raw, relatable episode, Christy-Faith opens up about …

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The Power of Connection: Why Relationships Matter in Homeschooling | Ginger Wayde | Ep. 155 30:59

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Can one mom’s decision to stay close to her children really shape the course of their lives? Meet Ginger Wayde, a veteran homeschooling mom of six, who learned that meaningful connection is at the heart of lasting impact—connection to faith, to family, and to a lifelong love of learning. She and Zan talk about the beautiful messiness of homeschooli…

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380. What To Do When Your Homeschooler Wants To Go To Public School 20:12

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint "Mom, I want to go to school." Gah! What do you do? What do you say? Your heart, as a homeschool mom, is set on homeschooling. And now, your child is asking to go to school. Whether you've been at this juncture yet, we all encounter it to some de…

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379. Are Fun Or Serious Moms Better At Homeschooling? 17:54

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Does your personality make you better or worse at homeschooling? Do you naturally gravitate towards being fun or more serious in your motherhood and home education? Is it a help or a hindrance? There is no doubt that you desire the best for your …

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Ep. 74 - Public Schools Are Lowering the Bar—Is Homeschooling the Answer? 16:42

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What if the system everyone tells you to trust… just stopped making sense? In this episode, Christy-Faith unpacks one of the most baffling education headlines yet: a public school district considering 21% a passing grade—and calling it “equity.” She breaks down what’s really going on behind these grading changes, how they affect families across the…

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Eyes of Faith: A Blind Mom’s Homeschool Story | Faye Abbas | Ep. 154 34:33

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What's it like to homeschool when you're completely blind? Zan welcomes Faye Abbas—musician, mom, and pioneer—who homeschooled her two sons for 15 years without sight. Zan and Faye share stories from their decades-long friendship and God's faithfulness through every challenge. From boarding school memories to late-night lesson planning, Faye's jour…

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378. My Family's Story Of Surrender And Starting Over: Reflections 10 Years Later 20:44

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GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship We all have significant moments in our story. Some are years in the making and alter the direction of life. That was us 10 years ago. One decision changed our course. But, it wasn't done blindly or out of fear. God had been working surrender in our lives the years p…

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377. Q&A: Babies in Church, Feeling Stuck in Faith, Not Sure I Want My Kids Around My Friends, Motivating Homeschoolers To Read, and Homeschooling In Custody Battle 20:30

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Let's have a little fun this summer and do a Q&A! I wish we were sitting down together with a pitcher of iced tea between us. But, since we can't do that, grab a cool drink and find a cozy spot and let's have a conversation. We'll cover a range o…

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Ep. 73 - Why Homeschooling High School Isn't As Scary As It Seems 20:22

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You’ve felt it—maybe while staring at a stack of biology worksheets, maybe during your fifth attempt at explaining the periodic table, maybe when your teen asked you about mitosis and you blinked. Am I really supposed to teach all of this? In this reassuring and practical episode, Christy-Faith takes on one of the most misunderstood stages in homes…

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The Supreme Court Decision Every Parent Needs to Hear About | Ep. 153 42:01

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How do we pass on a love for freedom to our kids and protect the rights that make it possible? Zan and producer Caleb Price celebrate a powerful Supreme Court ruling that reaffirms parental rights and explore what it means to raise children who love their country. From summer homeschooling habits to honoring American heroes, this episode offers tim…

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376. Making And Creating Friendships As A Homeschool Mom With Kristen Strong 20:05

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DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint Homeschooling doesn't require you to be sequestered at home with zero interaction or friends. That means the desire you have as a homeschool mom to have friendships with other women is okay. And you should act on it! Kristen Strong joined me on t…

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375. Tips For The Part-Time Working Homeschool Mom Or The Mom Thinking About It 17:21

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GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship All homeschool moms juggle various roles and wear many hats. But, some work part-time, along with home educating their children. Whether you work out of the home, from home, or are thinking about starting a part-time job or online business, I have a few tips to shar…

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Ep. 72 - Tips To Make Your Kids More Independent In Homeschooling 25:47

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You’ve said it—maybe under your breath, maybe in the kitchen, maybe five times before 9 a.m.: “Why can’t they just do it on their own?” In this empowering episode, Christy-Faith dives into one of the most common struggles in homeschool life—kids who won’t work independently. If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only thing standing between your child…

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Launching Leaders: Why Homeschool Graduates Are Prepared for Life | Zan Tyler | Ep. 152 28:14

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What happens when students educated through relationship, relevance, and rigor step into the real world? In this special commencement address to 170+ SCAIHS graduates and hundreds of their families and friends, Zan celebrates the remarkable outcomes of homeschooled students—from leading military explosive ordnance classes to earning top college sch…