Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! We have another awesome episode for you this week! We were joined by Homeschooling pioneer Becky Clark. She not only homeschooled her children but is now homeschooling her grandchildren. She has a ton of wisdom and encouragement to share. We hope you enjoy hearing from her.  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! On this week's episode we are talking about what you actually need to teach in your homeschool. Many homeschooling moms feel tons of pressure because they think the law has a ton of requirements, and this actually might not be true! This topic idea came from a listener question, if you have ever have something you would like us to cover, feel free to message us on Facebook!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! In this episode, we talk about the curriculum suggestions from the homeschool moms of the smiling homeschooler community. We cover a ton of great options, and maybe there is one that will help you smile more during your homeschooling this year!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week, and don't forget to keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! On this episode, Todd and Ben recap the homeschool year of 2020. This was a unique year in so many ways, including homeschooling!    Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Check out version 4.0 of their curriculum over at teachingtextbooks.com   Happy New Year, and keep smiling!

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Tonight we have a special Christmas episode for you! We have a Christmas story to share with your whole family that we think you'll enjoy.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. They are that math curriculum that helps homeschoolers smile.  Before we begin I want to thank teaching textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Merry Christmas, and don't forget to smile! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! Today we are talking about the highlights of this year, and about Christmas. We have some simple suggestions for making Christmas memories with your family.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We have an awesome episode for you this week. We were joined by the Author of Homeschool Bravely, and homeschooling mom of five, Jamie Erickson. She has a ton of encouragement to share that will help you enjoy the days you have with your kids. We also interviewed Jamie back on Episode 30, so if you would like to hear more from her, go listen to that episode.  We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Lastly, we also have some of the Daily calendars left for both men and women, over on our website. These are both awesome ways to help encourage friends and family and make Great Christmas Gifts.  Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast episode 120. Today we are answering a couple of listener questions, and talking about taking a break! We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Also if you are looking for Christmas ideas for your Husband, pick up the You Da' Dad daily calendar over on our website! It makes for the perfect Christmas present, and will also be encouraging!  Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! We have a great episode for you this week. We were joined by Debbie Wilson, to talk about the Subject of English. As always she has a ton of wisdom and encouragement to share.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler. You can checkout out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of their curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Also don't forget that the You da' dad daily calendar is available over our website. It will not only encourage your husband but also makes for a great Christmas gift! We have limited numbers, so head on over to thesmilinghomeschooler.com.  Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! This is episode 118 and today we are talking about the true purpose of education, which is sometimes easy to forget.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Also, don't forget that the You D' Dad daily calendar is available over our website. It will not only encourage your husband but also makes for a great Christmas gift! We have limited numbers, so head on over to thesmilinghomeschooler.com to pick one up.    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about technology and toddlers this week!  Here is the link for the You Da' Dad Daily Calendar that Todd talked about. https://store.familymanweb.com/2021-you-da-dad-daily-calendar/   Also thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! Check out their free demo over at their website teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome back to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we answer two listener questions that cover how to motivate your kids to do their school, and how to teach the out-of-the-box learners. They are great questions, and the answers should encourage you!  If you have a question for us you are always welcome to message us over on Facebook!    Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler! Go check out their new demo for version 4.0 over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Hey Everyone, welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! As this episode is airing we are driving back from our Florida Vacation. So we will be back next week with a normal show. However this week, we wanted to play another incredible interview from almost two years ago. You will be hearing from Dianne Craft who is an expert in teaching children that have Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, or other special needs. We hope you are encouraged!  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are on Vacation, so we are replaying one of our first episodes! This is an awesome interview with Ashley Wiggers, who is the owner of Geography Matters and The Trail Guide to Learning!    Also thank you to Teaching Textbooks for Sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast!    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Hey Everyone, welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! This week we are joined this week by Kat Petgen, Todd's Daughter! She has some encouragement to share about fanning your children's dreams and passions.  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week, and keep smiling!

Hey Everyone, welcome to episode 112! This week we are talking about thinking outside of the curriculum box. Many homeschoolers feel stuck to the traditional curriculums, and this episode is to encourage you that you can choose what to do for any subject! We think it will be encouraging.  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Today we are talking about devotions in homeschooling, and to do so we are joined by Debbie Wilson. She had a ton of great suggestions, that we hope this helps and encourages you!  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Hi Everyone! We are glad you can join us for another awesome episode. This week we were joined by Janelle Smith, who is a homeschooling mom, that has been working to reach out and help new homeschoolers. She has a ton of encouragement and advice to share!  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.  Have a great week, and don't forget to smile. 

Hey Everyone, Thanks for joining us for episode 109! This week we are joined by Debbie Wilson, and she is here to share some of her wisdom and advice from decades of homeschooling. As your children get older, homeschooling changes, and that is what we are going to be talking about tonight!  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Hey Everyone, Thank you for being here for another episode! This week we are talking about the first day of school and homeschool co-ops. We know that the first day and week can be tough, so we hope this episode will encourage you! Also, we are selling a special T-shirt over on our website, and we have a very limited quantity! So if you would like a shirt that celebrates you as a homeschooling mom, and would like to support us, go pick one up!  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

This week Ben is out Sick, so Todd recorded an episode on his own that is sure to make you smile! 

Hey Everyone, Thanks for joining us for episode 106! This week Ben is joined by his wife Rissa. They both were homeschooled all the way through high school, so we thought they would share some of the parts of homeschool that stood out to them and some of their learning breakthroughs! We think it will be encouraging.  Before we begin we also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Thank you for joining us for episode 105 of the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. This week we are giving you some ways that will ruin your children's love of learning, which will lead to a ruined homeschool year. But don't worry, you will be encouraged! Also if you would like to get your own Box-of-Smiles go to thesmilinghomeschooler.com.  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and don't forget to keep smiling! 

Hey Everyone, Thanks for listening to another episode of the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. Today we are going to playback two interviews that we did back near the beginning of the Smiling Homeschooler. The first is with Rachael Carman, who is a homeschooling mom and part-owner of Apologia, and the second is with Jan Smith, a homeschooling veteran, and homeschooling leader. They both are extremely encouraging and will remind you of what matters most.  We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and don't forget to keep smiling! 

Thanks for listening to another episode of our podcast! This week we answer the question what do you do when your homeschool year is just rough? We know every homeschooler has been there at some point, so we think this will be an encouraging episode. Also if you haven't already, please leave us a review on whatever Podcast platform you are listening on! This is a great way to help spread the word about the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can out a free demo of the new 4.0 version of the curriculum over on their website, teachingtextbooks.com.    Have a great week, and as always keep smiling! 

Welcome to episode 102 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This is a great episode! We were joined by Debbie Wilson, and she shared her advice for new homeschoolers. This is the episode is a must-listen for anyone who is just getting started homeschool, or just needs a good reminder of what is important! We hope you share this with a friend! Also if you would like to email Debbie you can send it to [email protected]. Before we begin We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a new demo of their 4.0 version of their curriculum over at teachingtextbooks.com   Have a great week, and keep smiling

 Welcome to episode 101 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. This week we are sharing some homeschool confessions. The point of this is to be real and encourage you not to stress too much.  If you're interested in watching the FPEA event Todd mentions in the show, go to this website https://www.steadfast2020.com/?fbclid=IwAR0R2iEOZuDhTePP5Gg1VZEM0SQAm4pSxn3q6A_xyBEAP6uFI7htTPm0wIs Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can try out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we had Todd, and Debbie, plus three of their kids and their spouses, and one of their daughters. We had a lot of fun recording this episode, and think you will enjoy it. We also want to thank everyone for allowing us to get to 100 episodes, and we are looking forward to the next 100! Again, please share this podcast with anyone who is just getting started homeschooling!  Before we begin we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This episode ended up being awesome! We answered a couple listener questions, and we think you will find the answers encouraging. The first was about having a family on limited finances, and the second question was from a mom who is just exhausted. Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can try out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com   Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we cover some more of our suggestions for fun places you can visit with your family! The point of this is to give you ideas for ways to make memories as a family.    Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They are the math curriculum we choose and recommend.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about some of our favorite places that we would recommend you visit with your family. This was a fun episode to record and we hope you enjoy it! If you ever have a question or comment you can message us over on Facebook!  Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can try out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com   Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! This week we are joined by my mom, Debbie Wilson, to talk about history! It is also my parent's 30th wedding anniversary, so we talk about that as well. It is a fun episode! If you have any questions or comments you can message us over on our Facebook page. Also, sign up for our short weekly email over at our website!  Before we begin I want to thank teaching textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. You can try out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com    Have a great week and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about a great opportunity for your family to make some incredible memories! We are Joined by Brian Stackett from Harvey Cedars Bible Conference, to share about this fun event. If you are interested in attending, visit hcbible.org.   We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. Also, we have released a T-shirt for fathers day over at our website familymanweb.com. If you need a gift for your husband, then go pick one up before they are all gone.    Have a great week, and keep smiling!   

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This is an awesome episode since we were able to convince my mom, Debbie to join us! This is the first part of a mini-series we will be doing, that will cover a variety of different subjects and topics. But this week is all about spelling. Before we begin I want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler. Also, my dad is releasing t-shirt for fathers day over at his website familymanweb.com. If you need a gift for your husband, then go pick one up before they are all gone!    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Thanks for listening to this episode! We appreciate each and every listener, you help make this podcast possible. We hope we encouraged you not to sweat finishing the book, and to be willing to think outside of the box!    I also want to say thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachingtextbooks.com.    Also if you would be interested in finding out more about Harvey Cedars visit this website https://www.hcbible.org/   Have a great week, and as always, keep smiling!    

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! This week we are talking about what real learning is and why it should be a priority! This is important to know since it can help you get rid of a lot of stress! But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com. We also have a new Smiling Homeschooler t-shirt available on our website. It is currently $20 and we are doing free shipping on it.  This is a great way to support us, and look great at the same time!   Have a great week and keep smiling!

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Today we are joined by another amazing guest, Dr. Roger Smith. He homeschooling veteran and speaker and has a ton of wisdom and encouragement to share with you this week. But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com. Also, head on over to our website to purchase our new t-shirt, If you appreciate what we do, this would be a great way to help us out.  

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This was a ton of fun to record, because we had three different listeners call into the show, and we got to ask them a few questions! They are all homeschool moms who have followed the Smiling Homeschooler and had some great advice, and encouragement to share! We think you will love what they had to say! We also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com. Also head on over to our website to purchase our new tshirt, this is a great way to support us and what we do! thesmilinghomeschooler.com   Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are joined by co-founder of the Old Schoolhouse Magazine, Gena Suarez. She is a homeschooling veteran, who has a ton of experience and encouragement to share. This is an awesome episode. If you would like to see more from Gena, visit theoldschoolhouse.com.  Also, pick up a t-shirt before they are no longer available! http://store.familymanweb.com/smiling-homeschooler-t-shirt/ This is a great way to support what we do!  But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to keep smiling! 

 Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We thought this week we would talk about how to do a graduation from home! Many people are having to change their plans, and we think we have some ideas that could help! But even if you don't have children ready to graduate, this will still be an encouraging episode. We also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com. Feel free to message us on Facebook if you have any questions or comments!    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! This week we are joined by, Taresa Niele, Author of the Homeschool Experiment. It was a great interview and an encouraging look at the real side of homeschooling! If you would like to read her book, visit thesimilinghomeschooler.com/store.  We also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out a free trial over at their website www.teachtextbooks.com.   Have a great week, and as always, keep smiling!

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week is a little bit different and this episode is based on one of my Dad, Todd's, books, How to be a great wife even though you homeschool. Since he is married to homeschooling mom, he has some thoughts to share from the point of view of a husband. We hope you find this encouraging, and helpful in your marriage! But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at Teachtextbooks.com.   Stay healthy, have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about homeschooling conventions. We recorded this a few weeks ago before everything with the Cornovirus became widespread. While many conventions have been canceled or postponed, we think that this topic is still important. Especially since the conventions later in the year will need your support, as well as the state organizations. So we hope this episode encourages you to make going to your state's homeschooling convention a priority in the future! But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com.   Have a great week, and don't forget to keep smiling! 

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler podcast! This week we thought we would talk about how you can help those around you that are just getting started homeschooling! We think this is a good topic since many people are having to try some form of homeschooling for the first time in their life, and who better to help than you?  If you would like to support the Smiling Homeschooler, check out our store over at thesmilinghomeschooler.com.    Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about the thing that is on everyone's mind, Coronavirus. But we are focusing on encouraging and helping you smile during this time! We hope you finish this episode feeling happier, and that it will help you smile more during this whole ordeal! But before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com for a free trial.  Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking all about an upcoming cruise that Todd Wilson will is be speaking on! This is an awesome opportunity to get some rest and relaxation with your spouse! We are joined by Suzanna Nunn, who has all of the details you need to know about. But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com.   Have a great week, and keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about how different personality types affect homeschooling! This is a really important topic since your personality will affect every aspect of family and homeschool! But Before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com.   Have a great week, and as always....keep smiling! 

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! My name is Ben Wilson, and this week we are talking about not fearing the requirements! This is a topic that drives thousands of homeschoolers crazy and takes the smiles out of their homeschooling. This should hopefully help you relax and not fear the requirements! But before we begin we also want to thank our sponsor, Teaching Textbooks. They make math fun and you can check out their website over at teachtextbooks.com.   Have a great week and as always....keep smiling!