2020-10

How can a parent educate their children at home even under the most impossible circumstances? Yvette Hampton talks with Nicki Truesdell, mother of 5, second-generation homeschooler, and author of Anyone Can Homeschool. Nicki will share her stories of home education through many ups and downs, including being a single parent and dealing with a chronic health issue, and how she learned to adapt to every situation.
Moms and dads, you have all that it takes to educate your children, whether your circumstances are ideal or not.
This is a three-part interview, so make sure you come back Wednesday and Thursday to hear the rest.
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Watch this full interview (over 1 hour) on our YouTube channel.
Nicki Truesdell is a second-generation homeschooler and the author of Anyone Can Homeschool. Texas born and raised, she is mother to five children and a homemaker at heart, who loves books, freedom, history, and quilts. Nicki believes that homeschooling can be relaxed and that history is fun, and both can be done with minimal cost or stress, no matter your family’s circumstances. Nicki is also a member of the Texas Home Educators Board of Directors. 
Recommended Resources:
Anyone Can Homeschool by Nicki Truesdell
 
Nicki Truesdell’s website
 
Special Education Homeschooling with Peggy Ployhar
 
Aby Rinella answers the question “Why Homeschool?” on The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
 
 
 
Why Homeschooling Matters: Getting to the Heart of Homeschooling – Aby Rinella’s session from the Homegrown Generation Family Expo
 
 
New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!
Free Preview - If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo.
 
Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products.
Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today. 

Yvette Hampton talks with Annie Boyd, homeschool mom and co-author of the new book, The Gathering Table: Growing Strong Relationships through Food, Faith, and Hospitality. As homeschool families, we have an incredible opportunity to build meaningful connections with family and friends through hospitality, but, it can sometimes be difficult to fit this into our very busy days of homeschooling, home care, play dates, doctors appointments, and the many other things that vie for our attention.
So when it comes to meal planning and hospitality, we need simple, delicious recipes and easy, doable ideas for getting together with friends and family. Thankfully, that's just what Annie and The Gingham Apron crew help us to discover in their new, full-color lifestyle book that is as practical as it is pretty.
PARTNER WITH US!
If you believe in homeschooling, please partner with us by making a tax-deductible donation to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
Shop for Schoolhouse Rocked Merchandise
Without the support of the homeschool community we could not produce The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. Whether or not you can donate, we ask that EVERY listener support the show by sharing it with your friends and family, by leaving a review on iTunes, and by praying for our team.
 
Watch Yvette's full interview with Annie Boyd (36 Minutes) and read an excerpt from The Gathering Table.
Annie Boyd is the wife of Shane, her high school sweetheart. She is the mother of five gregarious and adventurous children, whom she homeschools. She loves traveling, spending time outside, reading, and baking bread. Annie received her BA in elementary education and biblical studies from the University of Northwestern, St. Paul. She accepted Christ as a young girl and hopes to invite others to know about his love, faithfulness, and forgiveness. The Gingham Apron- We are five women from one Iowa farm family who love to find new ways to celebrate everyday life together. Join us as we plan family gatherings, try new recipes, take care of our homes, and educate our kids. We cherish our beautiful family farm, our time spent with our family, and most of all- our faith in Jesus Christ.
Recommended Resources:
The Gingham Apron blog and recipes
 
The Gathering Table: Growing Strong Relationships through Food, Faith, and Hospitality
 
New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!
Free Preview - If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo.
 
Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products.
Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today. 

Yvette Hampton is back with Lesli Richards, homeschooling mother of five and author of The Homegrown Preschooler. One of the most common stressors for parents is trying to meet all their children’s needs at once. Join us for an engaging conversation that will help you learn how to survive schooling multiple children while enriching your family culture.  From scheduling to home organization, Lesli gives parents the confidence that they need to provide a rich early education for their little ones and nurture your preschooler’s mind and soul through play in order to prepare a firm foundation for the delights and demands of home education. If you have children ages 7 and under, this is one you won’t want to miss!
PARTNER WITH US!
If you believe in homeschooling, please partner with us by making a tax-deductible donation to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
Shop for Schoolhouse Rocked Merchandise
Without the support of the homeschool community we could not produce The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. Whether or not you can donate, we ask that EVERY listener support the show by sharing it with your friends and family, by leaving a review on iTunes, and by praying for our team.
 
Watch this full interview (1 hour) on the Schoolhouse Rocked YouTube Channel.
Lesli Richards is the award-winning author of The Homegrown Preschooler, A Year of Playing Skillfully, and A Summer of Playing Skillfully.   A homeschooling mother of five, she enjoys encouraging other homeschooling families to cultivate wonder in their children though intentional play. She is a strong advocate for special needs families as they navigate the best educational opportunities for their children. She has spent seven years as a Director for Classical Conversations Challenge Program and enjoys writing and speaking on Classical Education. A sought-after speaker across the country, Lesli is described as a knowledgeable, humorous and passionate voice of encouragement.  She lives with husband Brendan in North Georgia.
Recommended Resources:
Website: www.thehomegrownpreschooler.com
The Homegrown Preschooler: Teaching Your Kids in the Places They Live, by Lesli Richards and Kathy H. Lee
A Year of playing skillfully, by Lesli Richards and Kathy H. Lee
A Summer of Playing Skillfully, by Lesli Richards and Kathy Eggers
Play Skillfully Podcast
 
 
New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!
Free Preview - If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo.
 
Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products.
Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today. 

Yvette Hampton talks with Lesli Richards, homeschooling mother of five and author of The Homegrown Preschooler. One of the most common stressors for parents is trying to meet all their children’s needs at once. Join us for an engaging conversation that will help you learn how to survive schooling multiple children while enriching your family culture.  From scheduling to home organization, Lesli gives parents the confidence that they need to provide a rich early education for their little ones and nurture your preschooler’s mind and soul through play in order to prepare a firm foundation for the delights and demands of home education. If you have children ages 7 and under, this is one you won’t want to miss!
Yvette and Lesli will be back on Wednesday to finish this important conversation.
PARTNER WITH US!
If you believe in homeschooling, please partner with us by making a tax-deductible donation to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
Shop for Schoolhouse Rocked Merchandise
Without the support of the homeschool community we could not produce The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. Whether or not you can donate, we ask that EVERY listener support the show by sharing it with your friends and family, by leaving a review on iTunes, and by praying for our team.
 
Watch this full interview (1 hour) on the Schoolhouse Rocked YouTube Channel.
Lesli Richards is the award-winning author of The Homegrown Preschooler, A Year of Playing Skillfully, and A Summer of Playing Skillfully.   A homeschooling mother of five, she enjoys encouraging other homeschooling families to cultivate wonder in their children though intentional play. She is a strong advocate for special needs families as they navigate the best educational opportunities for their children. She has spent seven years as a Director for Classical Conversations Challenge Program and enjoys writing and speaking on Classical Education. A sought-after speaker across the country, Lesli is described as a knowledgeable, humorous and passionate voice of encouragement.  She lives with husband Brendan in North Georgia.
Recommended Resources:
Website: www.thehomegrownpreschooler.com
The Homegrown Preschooler: Teaching Your Kids in the Places They Live, by Lesli Richards and Kathy H. Lee
A Year of playing skillfully, by Lesli Richards and Kathy H. Lee
A Summer of Playing Skillfully, by Lesli Richards and Kathy Eggers
Play Skillfully Podcast
 
 
New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!
Free Preview - If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the 2020 Homegrown Generation Family Expo.
 
Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products.
Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today.