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“Public speaking skills lead to influence and leadership roles.” ~ Andrew Pudewa
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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. 🏆✍️ 
✅ Key Topics Covered:Cursive Writing InsightsPublic Speaking SkillsTechniques to Enhance SpeakingSpeech Tournaments and ImpactThe Essentials of Learning LatinVocabulary Development Strategies
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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
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Thinking Dad Podcast
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Discussion Questions:
Cursive Writing:
What are your thoughts on teaching cursive writing before print? Do you agree with Andrew Pudewa's suggestion to prioritize cursive for children?
Public Speaking:
How do you think public speaking skills can influence career advancement across various professions? Can you recall an instance where such skills played a crucial role in your own life?
Improving Speaking Skills:
What are some effective methods you have used or know of to help develop young children's public speaking skills, aside from the ones mentioned by Andrew Pudewa?
Impact of Speech and Debate:
Have you or your children participated in speech and debate leagues, or have you taught public speaking in your homeschool? What impact did it have on their confidence and communication skills?
Use of Language:
How do you encourage precise language use in your household or classroom? What strategies have worked best for reducing reliance on verbal crutches like "like"?
Learning Latin:
What are your experiences with learning or teaching Latin? Do you think it significantly enhances understanding of English and grammar?
Penmanship and Brain Stimulation:
Andrew Pudewa mentioned that cursive writing stimulates the artistic, intuitive part of the brain. Have you noticed any cognitive, artistic, or intellectual benefits in children who practice cursive writing? What is your own writing preference?
Historical Figures and Handwriting:
Considering historical figures like J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis preferred writing by hand, do you think the act of handwriting might have influenced their creativity? How do you view handwriting versus typing in the modern creative processes?
Vocabulary Acquisition:
Do you employ any specific strategies for teaching vocabulary in your homeschool or educational setting, such as the methods Andrew Pudewa suggested like reading aloud and memorizing poetry?
Integrating Language Arts into Daily Life:
Yvette Hampton shared that early on she didn't use a vocabulary curriculum but relied on daily interactions for her children's vocabulary development. How do you integrate language arts into your daily routines or family activities?
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“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.
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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
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Discussion Questions:
Andrew Pudewa discusses the importance of finding an idea before writing. How do you think this initial step affects the overall writing process for children?
Yvette Hampton mentions her experience with her daughters using IEW curriculum. How do personal experiences and interests influence a child's motivation to write?
Andrew Pudewa explains the concept of breaking the writing process into smaller, manageable steps. How can this approach help children who feel overwhelmed by writing tasks?
The episode highlights the use of keyword outlines and text reconstruction. Why might this method be effective in teaching children to write?
Andrew Pudewa talks about the importance of separating the complexities of spelling, grammar, and composition. How can this separation improve a child's writing skills?
Inherent, applied, and analytical grammar are three areas mentioned by Andrew. Can you discuss the differences between these areas and their roles in language arts education?
The concept of creation versus invention in writing is discussed in the context of finding ideas. How does this distinction impact the way students approach writing assignments?
Why does Andrew Pudewa believe that learning foreign languages, such as Latin, can improve a child's understanding of grammar, and how might this apply to other subjects?
Andrew Pudewa and Yvette Hampton touch on the connection between literature exposure and a student's inherent understanding of grammar. How can parents and educators effectively incorporate high-quality literature into language arts education?
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. Visit the website for more great shows, like the Thinking Dad, Culture Proof, Homeschool Insights, and Made2Homeschool.
 
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“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 Home2. Understanding Developmental Readiness3. Benefits of Phonics-Based Methods4. The Role of Audiobooks in Learning5. Reading Comprehension Tips
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this conversation.
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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
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Discussion Questions:
What are some key reasons Andrew Pudewa believes homeschooling parents are better equipped to teach their children to read compared to traditional classroom teachers?
Andrew Pudewa mentions that some children show readiness to read at different ages. How can parents identify if their child is developmentally ready to start learning how to read?
Andrew Pudewa talks about the relationship between auditory input and reading comprehension. How can parents incorporate more auditory-based learning into their homeschooling routine?
Why does Andrew Pudewa advocate for a phonics-based approach to teaching reading, and what are some common pitfalls of other reading methods according to him?
Discuss the concept of "reading with your ears" as mentioned by Andrew Pudewa. How do audiobooks fit into this concept, and what are their advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional reading?
What are some strategies parents can use to ensure their children comprehend what they are reading, besides using worksheets and standardized reading comprehension tests?
How does Andrew Pudewa suggest parents deal with children who want to reread the same book repeatedly? What are the benefits and potential drawbacks of this habit?
How can movement and physical activity contribute to a child’s ability to listen and comprehend stories being read to them? Discuss specific examples given in the episode.
According to Andrew Pudewa, how does spending time with parents and away from screens contribute to a child's language development? What are some practical ways parents can facilitate this?
Reflect on the idea that children’s understanding of language may be higher than their ability to articulate it. How should this affect the way parents assess their child’s comprehension and learning progress?
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. Visit the website for more great shows, like the Thinking Dad, Culture Proof, Homeschool Insights, and Made2Homeschool.
 
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“Everything we learn in music, however imperfectly, is valuable and enriching." ~ Andrew Pudewa
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
🎹🎻 Yvette Hampton continues her conversation with Andrew Pudewa on the significance of music in homeschooling, for our Homeschooling Every Subject series. From understanding the benefits of exposing children to classical music to practical tips on integrating music education into your homeschool curriculum, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Discover how music can elevate your child's learning experience and contribute to their overall development.
🎶 Andrew Pudewa joins Yvette for our Homeschooling Every Subject series, to finish their discussion on teaching music in homeschooling, as they dive into the practical importance of music education. Discover the unique cognitive benefits of learning an instrument and get tips on how non-musical parents can still foster a love for music in their children.
📚 Topics Covered:
The impact of music on the brain
Music reveals the beauty and precision of God’s creation
The perfect relationship between math and music
Benefits of learning musical instruments
The science behind music and cognitive development
Practical advice for non-musical parents
Affordable ways to introduce music education
Join Yvette and Andrew again next week as they discuss Language Arts. 
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Recommended Resources:
Mischa Maisky plays Bach Cello Suite No.1 in G
Bach Cello Suites
Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Language Arts Curriculum taught by Andrew Pudewa
However Imperfectly: Lessons Learned from Thirty Years of Teaching, by Andrew Pudewa
Podcast Recommendations:
Homeschooling Every Subject Series
More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Thinking Dad Podcast
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Discussion Questions:
Andrew Pudewa emphasizes the unique stimulation of the brain through playing a musical instrument. Can you think of any activities that similarly engage multiple sensory pathways simultaneously?
The episode touches on the mathematical aspects of music. How do you think this mathematical structure affects the way people learn and appreciate music? How do you see this aspect of music illustrating the beauty and order of God's creation?
Andrew mentions the seven liberal arts, including the quadrivium and trivium. How can understanding these classical areas of study influence modern homeschooling approaches?
For parents who are not musically inclined, what do you think are the main challenges in teaching music to their children? Can technology like YouTube help bridge the gap? What other good resources can be accessed by non-musical parents for teaching music?
Andrew makes a distinction between the simplicity of instruments like the tin whistle and the complexity of instruments like the violin. Does this influence your thoughts on what instruments are best for beginners?
Yvette Hampton shares her personal experience of teaching the tin whistle despite not being musically trained. Have you ever had a similar experience in teaching a subject you were not familiar with? How did you handle it?
The conversation highlights the therapeutic benefits of playing music over activities like video games. What other extracurricular activities do you think can offer similar benefits for children?
Andrew talked about the importance of not comparing oneself to an expert. How can this principle be applied in other areas of homeschooling or parenting?
The episode concludes with a powerful example of Chinese students mathematically analyzing Bach's music and becoming Christians. How does this story illustrate the intersection of faith, education, and the arts?
Yvette underscores music as part of God's creation and its intrinsic value. How do you integrate biblical discussions into your homeschooling curriculum through subjects like music or the arts?
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. Visit the website for more great shows, like the Thinking Dad, Culture Proof, Homeschool Insights, and Made2Homeschool.
 
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“Art should bring the mind of man closer to the mind of God.” ~ Andrew Pudewa
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
🎹🎻 Yvette Hampton continues her conversation with Andrew Pudewa on the significance of music in homeschooling, for our Homeschooling Every Subject series. From understanding the benefits of exposing children to classical music to practical tips on integrating music education into your homeschool curriculum, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Discover how music can elevate your child's learning experience and contribute to their overall development.
Key Topics:• The stereotype of musical homeschool • The impact of music on children's development• Are children's songs beneficial or harmful?• How to evaluate the quality of music• How your auditory environment affects learning • The benefits of making music versus consuming music• How to teach music in your homeschool• The impact of different musical styles on learning• Practical tips for integrating music into daily routines
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this conversation, and join Yvette and Andrew again next week as they discuss Language Arts. 
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:
Mischa Maisky plays Bach Cello Suite No.1 in G
Bach Cello Suites
Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Language Arts Curriculum taught by Andrew Pudewa
However Imperfectly: Lessons Learned from Thirty Years of Teaching, by Andrew Pudewa
Podcast Recommendations:
Homeschooling Every Subject Series
More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Thinking Dad Podcast
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Discussion Questions:
Personal Background and Music in Homeschooling:
How has your personal background, like Yvette’s, influenced your approach to incorporating music into your homeschooling curriculum?
Music Listening Preferences:
Do you agree with Andrew’s view that some music can be considered "junk music"? What criteria do you use to determine the quality of the music you or your children listen to?
Importance of Classical Music:
Andrew Pudewa mentions the value of classical music for mental, physical, and spiritual nourishment. How do you feel about introducing classical music to your children? Have you already implemented this in your home?
Child Development and Music:
How do you feel simple children’s songs like "The Ants Go Marching" contribute to early childhood development? Have you used similar methods to teach other concepts?
Music and Subjectivity:
Andrew discussed the objective quality of music versus subjective preference. How do you balance personal preference with objective quality when selecting music for your home?
Artistic Expression in Music:
Andrew mentioned two schools of thought regarding art—self-expression versus elevating the mind towards God. How does this perspective influence your choice of music?
Repetition and Appreciation:
Andrew suggested listening to a piece of music multiple times to understand and appreciate it better. Have you tried this approach with your children? What was the outcome?
Auditory Environment:
What steps do you take (or could you take) to reduce auditory pollution in your home to create a more conducive environment for learning and music appreciation?
Music as a Maker vs. Consumer:
Andrew highlighted the shift from being music makers to music consumers. How important do you think it is for children to learn to make music rather than just listen to it? What methods have you employed or considered for teaching music?
Impact of Focused Listening:
How do you plan or encourage focused listening in your homeschooling routine? Have you noticed any benefits from implementing focused listening practices with your children?
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. Visit the website for more great shows, like the Thinking Dad, Culture Proof, Homeschool Insights, and Made2Homeschool.
 
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“Listening is a skill that can be cultivated.” ~ Andrew Pudewa
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
 🎻✨ Yvette Hampton sits down with Andrew Pudewa, for our Homeschooling Every Subject Series, to discuss the profound impact of music education on language and cognitive development. Learn how intentional and focused listening can enhance children's learning and communication skills.🎹📖
Topics Covered:• Connection between music and language• Techniques for using instrumental music in learning• Cultivating Listening Skills with Music• Benefits of Focused Listening for Children• Intentional Use of Music in Learning• Benefits of Repetitive Listening
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this conversation, and join Yvette and Andrew again next week as they discuss Language Arts. 
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:
Mischa Maisky plays Bach Cello Suite No.1 in G
Bach Cello Suites
Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Language Arts Curriculum taught by Andrew Pudewa
However Imperfectly: Lessons Learned from Thirty Years of Teaching, by Andrew Pudewa
Podcast Recommendations:
Homeschooling Every Subject Series
More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Thinking Dad Podcast
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Discussion Questions:
Andrew mentioned a strong connection between music and language development. Can you think of any personal experiences or observations that support this connection?
What are some intentional ways you can incorporate music into a child's daily routine to enhance their focus and listening skills?
Andrew talked about the benefits of focused listening to great music for young children. How do you think this practice can be adapted for older children or adults?
The concept of using repetition to create familiarity and joy was discussed. What are some other areas in homeschooling where repetition might be beneficial?
Andrew suggested starting with non-vocal instrumental music, specifically Bach, for focused listening. What composers or specific pieces of music would you consider starting with and why?
Considering Andrew's emphasis on the importance of cultivating listening skills, what other activities or subjects in homeschooling do you think can help develop these skills?
Andrew highlighted the idea that we should be intentional about the kind of music children are exposed to. What criteria or guidelines do you think parents should use to select music for their children?
Andrew focuses on listening, speaking, reading, and writing as the four arts of language. How do you see music fitting into this framework, particularly in the contexts of homeschooling, language arts, and the development of communication skills?
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. Visit the website for more great shows, like the Thinking Dad, Culture Proof, Homeschool Insights, and Made2Homeschool.
 
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"We have to train the senses to discern good and evil, the physical senses, the moral senses, and the intellectual senses. That's what I mean by virtues." ~ Andrew Kern
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, hostYvette Hampton engages in an insightful conversation with Andrew Kern, of the CiRCE Institute, about cultivating wisdom, virtue, and beauty in a child's education. Discover invaluable insights on teaching from rest, importance of deliberation and proportion, selecting the right resources, and embracing the journey of education. Explore timeless wisdom and practical advice to equip and lead children towards a purposeful, Christ-centered life. 
 
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Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The CiRCE Institute
The Lost Tools of Writing
Ask Andrew Podcast
Andrew Kern on Classical Education
More Videos from Andrew Kern
Discussion Questions:
1. How does Andrew Kern define the word "curriculum," and what are his objections to the traditional use of the term?
2. What is the significance of the term "encyclopedia" in the context of education, as explained by Andrew Kern?
3. According to Andrew Kern, what are the three key areas that should guide our thinking about curriculum?
4. How does Andrew Kern define "deliberation" and "a sense of proportion" in the context of education, and why does he consider them so important?
5. What does Andrew Kern mean by "cultivating wisdom and virtue" in children's education, and how does it differ from focusing solely on grades?
6. Andrew Kern discusses the importance of engaging in books and literature that prompt deliberation and the development of a sense of proportion. How do you think this approach to learning could impact a child's education?
7. Based on the discussion about art and the concept of order, share your thoughts on how a well-ordered environment and curriculum can contribute to a child's education and understanding of the world.
8. How does Andrew Kern emphasize the importance of incorporating wisdom and virtue into education rather than focusing solely on content? Why do you think this approach is significant in shaping a well-rounded and thoughtful individual?
 
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Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a part of the Biblical Family Network and a proud member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"Anytime you want to teach anything, I recommend that, literally or metaphorically, you use a parable." ~ Andrew Kern
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Yvette Hampton and Andrew Kern delve into the practical aspects of restful education in a Christian homeschool setting. Join them as they discuss the importance of faith, the true meaning and importance of curriculum, ordered classical pedagogy, and proper assessment in equipping children for the battles of life. Discover how to apply these principles to create a calm and purposeful homeschool environment.
Come back tomorrw for the rest of this important 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?
Summit Ministries - Summit Ministries Student Conferences give teens and young adults reasons to trust the biblical foundation you’ve laid for them. Get a $200 discount on their in-person conference by using code SCHOOLHOUSE24 at checkout. And receive an additional $200 off with their Early Bird Discount when you register by March 31st.
Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The CiRCE Institute
The Lost Tools of Writing
Ask Andrew Podcast
Andrew Kern on Classical Education
More Videos from Andrew Kern
Discussion Questions:
1. Andrew Kern talks about the importance of beginning with faith in guiding our homeschooling journey. How does this perspective change the way we approach education in our homes?
2. Andrew Kern emphasizes the importance of governance, curriculum, community, pedagogy, and assessment in shaping practical education for homeschool families. How do these five areas impact the daily life and routine of a homeschooling household?
3. What does it mean to "guard the temple" of our own hearts, as Andrew Kern describes it? How can parents equip their children to do this in the context of their homeschooling experience?
4. Andrew Kern highlights the significance of using parables or embodied teaching to convey truths to children. What are some practical ways parents can incorporate embodied teaching into their homeschool curriculum and daily lessons?
5. How does the concept of assessment and the importance of immediate, practical, spoken, and physical assessment impact the traditional methods of testing and grading used in many educational settings?
6. Andrew Kern discusses the significance of teaching children using immediate, spoken, and physical assessment, avoiding flattery, and trusting children to overcome difficulties and make sound decisions. How can parents implement these ideas into their homeschooling approach?
7. Yvette shared her experience of sitting in a desk for 13 years of her life in a good private school and how all she took away from that experience was her love for Jesus and relationships. How does homeschooling provide a different context and opportunity for learning?
8. In what ways can homeschooling provide a more holistic and faith-centered approach to education compared to traditional schooling settings?
9. How can the principles shared in this episode, such as incorporating faith, nurturing virtue, and equipping children for the spiritual battle, guide the decision-making and daily practices of homeschooling families?
10. Andrew and Yvette discuss the ultimate goal of education being to hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant," from the Lord. How does this perspective shape the priorities of homeschooling families and the values they seek to instill in their children?
 
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Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a part of the Biblical Family Network and a proud member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"Christian classical education is that ongoing dialogue. And there's now a 2000 to 3000 year stream of wisdom and we could call it a tradition, a tradition of great wisdom available to us and endless riches that are beyond measure." ~ Andrew Kern
Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.
In this compelling episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Yvette Hampton interviews Andrew Kern, founder of the CiRCE Institute, on the rich history of classical education and its relevance in today's educational landscape, and on understanding God’s order in a world filled with chaos. Discover how faith and simplicity can transform the way we approach education, leading to a more purposeful and meaningful homeschooling experience.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important 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?
Summit Ministries - Summit Ministries Student Conferences give teens and young adults reasons to trust the biblical foundation you’ve laid for them. Get a $200 discount on their in-person conference by using code SCHOOLHOUSE24 at checkout. And receive an additional $200 off with their Early Bird Discount when you register by March 31st.
Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The CiRCE Institute
The Lost Tools of Writing
Ask Andrew Podcast
Andrew Kern on Classical Education
More Videos from Andrew Kern
Discussion Questions:
1. How does Andrew Kern define classical education, and what historical context does he provide for its origins?
2. How does Andrew Kern emphasize the importance of faith as an antidote to fear in the context of parenting and education?
3. According to Andrew Kern, how can a foundation of faith lead to a simplified and peaceful approach to education?
4. In what ways does Andrew Kern encourage parents to view themselves as mediators of God's wisdom and love to their children?
5. How does Andrew Kern connect the concept of gardening with teaching children about the kingdom of God?
6. What does Andrew Kern suggest are the potential pitfalls of making decisions based on anxiety and fear in the homeschooling journey?
7. How does Andrew Kern emphasize the role of maintaining humility and seeking repentance as important aspects of the homeschooling parent's mindset?
8. In what way does Andrew Kern discuss the relationship between a parent's faith and their approach to discipling and teaching their children?
9. What practical steps can parents take to apply Andrew Kern's principles of faith, patience, and a focus on Christ-centered education within their homeschooling approach?
 
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❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a part of the Biblical Family Network and a proud member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

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. As we near the end of 2023, would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry?
 
"We wanted to provide a step-by-step process for anyone to be able to have meaningful conversations with children of any age about the literary merits of any book." — Adam Andrews
Unlock the world of literature as Adam Andrews, Director of CenterForLit, joins Yvette Hampton for a journey through the fascinating realm of literary education. The creator of the Teaching the Classics seminar shares the tools needed for meaningful discussions about literature with children of all ages. Delve into the power of the Socratic method and discover strategies to analyze any book, from children's stories like 'A Bargain for Francis' to classics like 'Hamlet.' Gain valuable insights into understanding the minds of authors and the importance of reading classics in homeschooling. Tune in now to ignite your literary adventure!
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
📚📖 Ready to start homeschooling? 🏠📓
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Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
CenterForLit.com
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
IEW Fix It! Grammar
Adam’s Favorite Books:
All the Places to Love, by Patricia Maclachlan
Straw into Gold, by Gary D. Schmidt
Little Dorrit, by Charles Dickens
Til We Have Faces: A Myth Retold, by C.S. Lewis
 
Related Podcasts:
Missy Andrews on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Raising Adults Who Ask The Right Questions - Jonathan Brush, Part 1
BiblioFiles Podcast
 
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Discussion Questions For the Series:
How can the Socratic method of teaching be applied to literature discussions?
What are some resources mentioned in the episode that can help homeschool parents teach literature effectively?
How does the speaker approach reading and studying the Bible with children?
What strategies does the speaker use to understand difficult passages in the Bible?
Why does the speaker believe teaching by asking questions is a powerful approach?
How can the burden of feeling like an expert in a subject negatively impact homeschool parents?
What are some examples of how the Socratic method can be applied to other disciplines besides literature?
Why do you think certain stories, like The Iliad, continue to be relevant and read repeatedly throughout history?
What is the distinction made between oral discussion and written assignments in literature education?
How can the Socratic method help analyze and understand any book, regardless of its complexity?
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

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. As we near the end of 2023, would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry?
 
"The only thing that the teacher is required to be an expert in is knowing which question to ask next." — Adam Andrews
Unlock the world of literature as Adam Andrews, Director of CenterForLit, joins Yvette Hampton for a journey through the fascinating realm of literary education. The creator of the Teaching the Classics seminar shares the tools needed for meaningful discussions about literature with children of all ages. Delve into the power of the Socratic method and discover strategies to analyze any book, from children's stories like 'A Bargain for Francis' to classics like 'Hamlet.' Gain valuable insights into understanding the minds of authors and the importance of reading classics in homeschooling. Tune in now to ignite your literary adventure!
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
📚📖 Ready to start homeschooling? 🏠📓
🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution 🍿 for FREE today and get the 📖 Homeschool Survival Kit 📖 delivered to your inbox immediately!
Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
CenterForLit.com
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
IEW Fix It! Grammar
Adam’s Favorite Books:
All the Places to Love, by Patricia Maclachlan
Straw into Gold, by Gary D. Schmidt
Little Dorrit, by Charles Dickens
Til We Have Faces: A Myth Retold, by C.S. Lewis
 
Related Podcasts:
Missy Andrews on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Raising Adults Who Ask The Right Questions - Jonathan Brush, Part 1
BiblioFiles Podcast
 
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Discussion Questions For the Series:
How can the Socratic method of teaching be applied to literature discussions?
What are some resources mentioned in the episode that can help homeschool parents teach literature effectively?
How does the speaker approach reading and studying the Bible with children?
What strategies does the speaker use to understand difficult passages in the Bible?
Why does the speaker believe teaching by asking questions is a powerful approach?
How can the burden of feeling like an expert in a subject negatively impact homeschool parents?
What are some examples of how the Socratic method can be applied to other disciplines besides literature?
Why do you think certain stories, like The Iliad, continue to be relevant and read repeatedly throughout history?
What is the distinction made between oral discussion and written assignments in literature education?
How can the Socratic method help analyze and understand any book, regardless of its complexity?
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

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. As we near the end of 2023, would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry?
 
"The best way to learn to read even adult literature properly is to notice how children's literature matches adult literature in terms of its shape and its content and its form." — Adam Andrews
Unlock the world of literature as Adam Andrews, Director of CenterForLit, joins Yvette Hampton for a journey through the fascinating realm of literary education. The creator of the Teaching the Classics seminar shares the tools needed for meaningful discussions about literature with children of all ages. Delve into the power of the Socratic method and discover strategies to analyze any book, from children's stories like 'A Bargain for Francis' to classics like 'Hamlet.' Gain valuable insights into understanding the minds of authors and the importance of reading classics in homeschooling. Tune in now to ignite your literary adventure!
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
📚📖 Ready to start homeschooling? 🏠📓
🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution 🍿 for FREE today and get the 📖 Homeschool Survival Kit 📖 delivered to your inbox immediately!
Recommended Resources:
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
CenterForLit.com
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
IEW Fix It! Grammar
Adam’s Favorite Books:
All the Places to Love, by Patricia Maclachlan
Straw into Gold, by Gary D. Schmidt
Little Dorrit, by Charles Dickens
Til We Have Faces: A Myth Retold, by C.S. Lewis
 
Related Podcasts:
Missy Andrews on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Raising Adults Who Ask The Right Questions - Jonathan Brush, Part 1
BiblioFiles Podcast
 
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Discussion Questions For the Series:
How can the Socratic method of teaching be applied to literature discussions?
What are some resources mentioned in the episode that can help homeschool parents teach literature effectively?
How does the speaker approach reading and studying the Bible with children?
What strategies does the speaker use to understand difficult passages in the Bible?
Why does the speaker believe teaching by asking questions is a powerful approach?
How can the burden of feeling like an expert in a subject negatively impact homeschool parents?
What are some examples of how the Socratic method can be applied to other disciplines besides literature?
Why do you think certain stories, like The Iliad, continue to be relevant and read repeatedly throughout history?
What is the distinction made between oral discussion and written assignments in literature education?
How can the Socratic method help analyze and understand any book, regardless of its complexity?
 
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
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. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
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BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
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“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
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CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
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What starts as a conversation on homeschooling multiple children turns into a rich discussion on the nature of learning, teaching, and avoiding the pitfalls of home education. 
Missy Andrews Joins Yvette Hampton to share wisdom from her many years as a homeschool mom, curriculum publisher, and literature expert.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
This week Missy and Yvette cover the following topics:
Is it really possible for me to give my kids a top drawer, literary education when I am just one person - and maybe not even a very well-educated person?
How can the concept of mastery education intensify the already substantial burden that homeschooling parents carry?
How might clarifying our definition of education free us from the tyranny of booklists?
If education isn't a list of facts and books, then what is it?
If education is less about how many books you read and more about how you read them, then my booklist just got a lot shorter! Isn't this too good to be true?
How might an unexamined view of success and identity complicate the homeschooling process? 
How does the gospel liberate us to homeschool our kids joyfully and graciously?
RECOMMENDED RESOURCES:
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
ESV Bible
The Gift of Fire, by Ritchard Mitchell
Paradise Lost, by John Milton
The Lost Tools of Learning, by Dorothy Sayers
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
Wild Bells: A Literary Advent, by Missy Andrews
Hop, Skip, and a Rhyme: Literary Devices for Young Writers, by Megan Andrews
 
RECOMMENDED PODCAST EPISODES:
Docendo Discimus, "By Teaching, We Learn" - Dr. Christopher Perrin, of Classical Academic Press
 
 
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SPONSORS:
CTCMath - 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. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
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