Can you homeschool and still enjoy a relaxing vacation at the same time? Definitely. In fact, homeschooling while on vacation can add to the fun and joy of vacationing.In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be sharing personal experiences adding educational opportunities in their vacations. Included in the discussion is how they managed to stay sane, entertained, and excited about their 3,542 mile drive during their move from Oklahoma to Alaska.They will also discuss:Planning with your child prior to the trip (including how to keep to a budget)Teaching your child how to pack for themselvesLooking for opportunities for learning along the wayWays to handle a long drive as a familyEncouraging friends and family to teach your child a new skill or hobby when visitingJournalizing your tripLooking for opportunities for further learning once back homeTeaching a love for learning and travel by example

Can you homeschool and still enjoy a relaxing vacation at the same time? Definitely. In fact, homeschooling while on vacation can add to the fun and joy of vacationing. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be sharing personal experiences adding educational opportunities in their vacations. Included in the discussion is how they managed to stay sane, entertained, and excited about their 3,542 mile drive during their move from Oklahoma to Alaska. They will also discuss:<ul><li>Planning with your child prior to the trip (including how to keep to a budget)</li><li>Teaching your child how to pack for themselves</li><li>Looking for opportunities for learning along the way</li><li>Ways to handle a long drive as a family</li><li>Encouraging friends and family to teach your child a new skill or hobby when visiting</li><li>Journalizing your trip</li><li>Looking for opportunities for further learning once back home</li><li>Teaching a love for learning and travel by example</li></ul>

TB 28: A Homeschooled Vacation

Summer is the perfect time to try out unschooling. What better time of year to spark your child's interest than when flowers are blooming, tadpoles are growing, and rain and thunder fall from the sky. There are beaches and mountains to be explored and vacations to make learning one giant field trip. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie share their summer experiences unschooling while Chaz was growing up in Oklahoma and Alaska. They hope to encourage you in taking the opportunities to help your child find new interest and develop the love of learning by taking advantage of the summer months.

Summer is the perfect time to try out unschooling. What better time of year to spark your child's interest than when flowers are blooming, tadpoles are growing, and rain and thunder fall from the sky. There are beaches and mountains to be explored and vacations to make learning one giant field trip.  In this podcast, Chaz and Christie share their summer experiences unschooling while Chaz was growing up in Oklahoma and Alaska. They hope to encourage you in taking the opportunities to help your child find new interest and develop the love of learning by taking advantage of the summer months.

TB 27: Have an Unschooling Summer

Do you wish you knew what it was like to be a child who is homeschooled? What about college, do you question what it will be like for your homeschooler? Joining the workforce, getting married, having children, contemplating homeschooling their own kids, all these are concerns we have as homeschool parents looking at our children's futures. In this podcast, we will be addressing each of those concerns from the perspective of an adult who was homeschooled from birth. Our host, Chaz, who was also homeschooled, will be interviewing Reuben, who will be sharing his experience growing up homeschooled and life as an adult. They will be discussing:Thoughts and opinions of homeschooling as a childSports and homeschoolingStarting college as a former homeschoolerEntering the workplaceMarriage and starting a familyAdult perspective of homeschoolingSuggestions for parents who are homeschooling We hope that you will be able to use their suggestions and experiences to add to your child's homeschool adventure.

Do you wish you knew what it was like to be a child who is homeschooled? What about college, do you question what it will be like for your homeschooler? Joining the workforce, getting married, having children, contemplating homeschooling their own kids, all these are concerns we have as homeschool parents looking at our children's futures.  In this podcast, we will be addressing each of those concerns from the perspective of an adult who was homeschooled from birth. Our host, Chaz, who was also homeschooled, will be interviewing Reuben, who will be sharing his experience growing up homeschooled and life as an adult.  They will be discussing:<ul><li>Thoughts and opinions of homeschooling as a child</li><li>Sports and homeschooling</li><li>Starting college as a former homeschooler</li><li>Entering the workplace</li><li>Marriage and starting a family</li><li>Adult perspective of homeschooling</li><li>Suggestions for parents who are homeschooling </li></ul>We hope that you will be able to use their suggestions and experiences to add to your child's homeschool adventure.

TB 26: Interview: Life After Homeschooling

Siblings, sometimes it feels like all they do is fight. You walk in the room and they are playing so sweetly together, and seconds later they are screaming and throwing things at one another. What is a parent to do?In this podcast, Chaz and Christie share their advice on working through sibling tensions to become best friends for life. Chaz was the youngest of three with only 3 years and 3 weeks between him and his oldest brother. Christie grew up with a sister 10 years younger than herself. Both share advice on helping your children grow their sibling relationships from their differing life experiences. In this podcast they will discuss:Teaching your children the permanence of friendship in familyBeing best friends for lifeUsing the technique of grounding your children from each otherUsing the outdoors as a tool for diffusing tensionsHow to guide your children as they "work things out" with each otherWe hope this podcast gives you tools that will equip you for handling sibling tension when it comes, so that you can have children who are best friends for life.

Siblings, sometimes it feels like all they do is fight. You walk in the room and they are playing so sweetly together, and seconds later they are screaming and throwing things at one another. What is a parent to do? In this podcast, Chaz and Christie share their advice on working through sibling tensions to become best friends for life. Chaz was the youngest of three with only 3 years and 3 weeks between him and his oldest brother. Christie grew up with a sister 10 years younger than herself. Both share advice on helping your children grow their sibling relationships from their differing life experiences.  In this podcast they will discuss:<ul><li>Teaching your children the permanence of friendship in family</li><li>Being best friends for life</li><li>Using the technique of grounding your children from each other</li><li>Using the outdoors as a tool for diffusing tensions</li><li>How to guide your children as they "work things out" with each other</li></ul>We hope this podcast gives you tools that will equip you for handling sibling tension when it comes, so that you can have children who are best friends for life.

TB 25: Sibling Tension

You wake up in the morning already stressed about the day. Your homeschooling has had a bad week due to errands that had to be run. But it's not over yet, today is another day of appointments, shopping and of course a homeschool group get together. Sometimes it feels like you can never get to reading, writing, and arithmetic for all the other challenges in life. From personal experience, we can tell you there is a way to educate your homeschoolers on the run, and that is what today's podcast is all about. Chaz and Christie have been where you are and share many of their personal experiences of homeschooling on the run. Chaz shares some of the unique opportunities he had to learn growing up, due to his parents being busy in the community. And Christie shares some of the frustrations and concerns she felt as she tried to figure out how to give her children, including Chaz, a well rounded education while still maintaining their business.In this podcast they go into detail about learning opportunities that abound in the:Grocery storeDoctors officeBankThey also share the importance of being aware of the unique opportunities that your particular lifestyle brings for learning on the run, whether it is going to the pier for fresh fish, or doing a building project at home. Each of us can take advantage of those days packed with errands to homeschool on the run.Hope you enjoy this podcast as much as we enjoyed making it.

You wake up in the morning already stressed about the day. Your homeschooling has had a bad week due to errands that had to be run. But it's not over yet, today is another day of appointments, shopping and of course a homeschool group get together. Sometimes it feels like you can never get to reading, writing, and arithmetic for all the other challenges in life.  From personal experience, we can tell you there is a way to educate your homeschoolers on the run, and that is what today's podcast is all about. Chaz and Christie have been where you are and share many of their personal experiences of homeschooling on the run.  Chaz shares some of the unique opportunities he had to learn growing up, due to his parents being busy in the community. And Christie shares some of the frustrations and concerns she felt as she tried to figure out how to give her children, including Chaz, a well rounded education while still maintaining their business. In this podcast they go into detail about learning opportunities that abound in the:<ul><li>Grocery store</li><li>Doctors office</li><li>Bank</li></ul>They also share the importance of being aware of the unique opportunities that your particular lifestyle brings for learning on the run, whether it is going to the pier for fresh fish, or doing a building project at home. Each of us can take advantage of those days packed with errands to homeschool on the run. Hope you enjoy this podcast as much as we enjoyed making it.

TB 24: Homeschooling on the Run

Homeschooling teens is hard work, but it also comes with a lot of joy. In this podcast Chaz and Christie will be discussing techniques to add interest and accountability into your homeschooler's school day. Using the ideas of expectations, freedom and control, they will describe a classroom environment that allows for:Decision makingLarge project managementLearning how to find and use resourcesWorking towards adult goalsRespectChaz, as an adult who was homeschooled, and Christie, as the mom who taught him, are in the unique position of being able to share ideas from not just the prospective of the parent, but also the teen. By listening we hope you will glean ideas for your homeschool teen.

Homeschooling teens is hard work, but it also comes with a lot of joy. In this podcast Chaz and Christie will be discussing techniques to add interest and accountability into your homeschooler's school day. Using the ideas of expectations, freedom and control, they will describe a classroom environment that allows for:<ul><li>Decision making</li><li>Large project management</li><li>Learning how to find and use resources</li><li>Working towards adult goals</li><li>Respect</li></ul>Chaz, as an adult who was homeschooled, and Christie, as the mom who taught him, are in the unique position of being able to share ideas from not just the prospective of the parent, but also the teen. By listening we hope you will glean ideas for your homeschool teen.

TB 23: Raising Teens Part 2 - Homeschool Academics

Parenting teens….. A phrase that has strikes fear in many souls.And who hasn’t heard the phrase - if you can’t control your child at two, you sure won’t be able to control him at thirteen. But, it doesn’t have to be that way and that is what we are going to discuss on this podcast - Teaching Teens.This will be a two part series discussing the challenges of raising teens. Part 1 will emphasize the need for expectations for your teens and helping them set up their own expectations. We will also be discussing teen emotions and how best to support them, while also training them in mature responses to their feelings.In Part 2 we will be exploring the academic side of raising teens.As a former homeschooler, and the mom who taught him. Chaz and Christie are in an unique position to share with you their personal experiences of transitioning from pre-adolescents, into the teenage years, college years, and eventual adulthood.  

Parenting teens….. A phrase that has strikes fear in many souls.And who hasn’t heard the phrase - if you can’t control your child at two, you sure won’t be able to control him at thirteen. But, it doesn’t have to be that way and that is what we are going to discuss on this podcast - Teaching Teens. This will be a two part series discussing the challenges of raising teens. Part 1 will emphasize the need for expectations for your teens and helping them set up their own expectations. We will also be discussing teen emotions and how best to support them, while also training them in mature responses to their feelings. In Part 2 we will be exploring the academic side of raising teens. As a former homeschooler, and the mom who taught him. Chaz and Christie are in an unique position to share with you their personal experiences of transitioning from pre-adolescents, into the teenage years, college years, and eventual adulthood.

TB 22: Raising Teens - Part 1 - Expectations and Emotions

Whether you are awaiting the birth of your first child or trying to decide if you should begin homeschooling your teenager, the question of "when do I begin?" is an important starting point for every homeschool parent. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will discuss the right time to begin homeschooling your child. This podcast will define what homeschool is and give specific advice for people who are preparing for the  birth of their child by encouraging them to see all of life as a homeschool experience. They explain the importance of understanding baby development and making intentional lesson plans for helping your child reach the necessary milestones. In addition, they give practical ideas for encouraging learning without breaking the pocketbook. They also discuss the older child and when you should begin homeschooling your teenager. This podcast even includes ideas for how to homeschool your child if they are a traditional student.We look forward to sharing this podcast with you and ask that if you enjoyed the episode that you would like and follow us.

Whether you are awaiting the birth of your first child or trying to decide if you should begin homeschooling your teenager, the question of "when do I begin?" is an important starting point for every homeschool parent.  In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will discuss the right time to begin homeschooling your child. This podcast will define what homeschool is and give specific advice for people who are preparing for the  birth of their child by encouraging them to see all of life as a homeschool experience.  They explain the importance of understanding baby development and making intentional lesson plans for helping your child reach the necessary milestones. In addition, they give practical ideas for encouraging learning without breaking the pocketbook.  They also discuss the older child and when you should begin homeschooling your teenager. This podcast even includes ideas for how to homeschool your child if they are a traditional student. We look forward to sharing this podcast with you and ask that if you enjoyed the episode that you would like and follow us.

TB 21: When Should I Begin Homeschooling?

There is nothing like working alongside mom and dad to help your child develop the skills they will need as adults. When our children join us in our day to day work they learn more than just how to wash dishes or change the oil in their cars. And that is what Chaz and Christie will be discussing in this podcast. They have a unique perspective on this subject due to their personal experiences as a homeschooled adult and the mom who taught him. By having been there before you, they will encourage you in your own homeschool adventure as you have your child work alongside you.

There is nothing like working alongside mom and dad to help your child develop the skills they will need as adults. When our children join us in our day to day work they learn more than just how to wash dishes or change the oil in their cars. And that is what Chaz and Christie will be discussing in this podcast.  They have a unique perspective on this subject due to their personal experiences as a homeschooled adult and the mom who taught him. By having been there before you, they will encourage you in your own homeschool adventure as you have your child work alongside you.

TB 20: Working Alongside Mom and Dad

I know, life is busy. There are babies to feed, houses to clean, kids that need homeschooled,  and bills to pay.  Now, to add to that - making sure my husband isn't getting neglected! You just can't win, can you.But, what if you could? What if there is a way to keep up your responsibilities and have a spouse that doesn't feel like the last thing on your list? That is the purpose for today's podcast. Christie will share her own experience trying to juggle home, work and homeschooling, while trying to keep her marriage healthy. It doesn't have to be hard - it just has to do with willingness to be creative and intentional effort. She will be discussing:The natural ebbs and flows of marriageQuestions to ask yourself periodicallyEvaluating your timeWorking small times for each other naturally into your dayWe hope you enjoy this podcast and find new and creative opportunities for enjoying your spouse.

I know, life is busy. There are babies to feed, houses to clean, kids that need homeschooled,  and bills to pay.  Now, to add to that - making sure my husband isn't getting neglected! You just can't win, can you. But, what if you could? What if there is a way to keep up your responsibilities and have a spouse that doesn't feel like the last thing on your list? That is the purpose for today's podcast.  Christie will share her own experience trying to juggle home, work and homeschooling, while trying to keep her marriage healthy. It doesn't have to be hard - it just has to do with willingness to be creative and intentional effort.  She will be discussing:<ul><li>The natural ebbs and flows of marriage</li><li>Questions to ask yourself periodically</li><li>Evaluating your time</li><li>Working small times for each other naturally into your day</li></ul>We hope you enjoy this podcast and find new and creative opportunities for enjoying your spouse.

TB 19: Are You Neglecting Your Spouse?

Sharing resources, reviews and experiences of homeschooling from the perspectives of an adult who was homeschooled and the mom who taught him.

Homeschooling boys. Somedays there's nothing  better - other days it's like pulling your teeth out. A million times a day do you find yourself asking:Why can't he just sit still and pay attention?Why does he zone out and act like he's not even there?Why are there rocks, sticks and unrecognizable things in his pockets all the time?How do I get my son excited about his school day?Why does it seem so much harder to teach him than my daughter?What do I do with all that energy?How is he ever going to be able to manage a desk job/college when he gets older?If you find yourself asking these questions, then you are in the right place. As a adult who was once a homeschooled boy himself, Chaz has insight into what it means to be a boy in the educational environment. Despite all his energy growing up, which hasn't really gone away, Chaz has learned to manage college and a desk job career by embracing his need to move, with his responsibilities in the workplace. Your son can do the same.In this podcast Chaz, and his mom, Christie, will use research to describe to you what is going on inside your son's brain, and share some of their methods for waking up boys minds. Using their personal experience homeschooling three boys, Chaz and Christie will teach you the best method of homeschooling boys: Time and Training. They will be discussing:Causes of misbehavior in boysHow to add movements and physical activity into your dayHow to train your son to find ways to add small movements into his day, even when he must sit quietly How to teach your boy how to read a situation and know how to respond in a way that keeps his mind engage We look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions for educating boys. 

Homeschooling boys. Somedays there's nothing  better - other days it's like pulling your teeth out. A million times a day do you find yourself asking:<ul><li>Why can't he just sit still and pay attention?</li><li>Why does he zone out and act like he's not even there?</li><li>Why are there rocks, sticks and unrecognizable things in his pockets all the time?</li><li>How do I get my son excited about his school day?</li><li>Why does it seem so much harder to teach him than my daughter?</li><li>What do I do with all that energy?</li><li>How is he ever going to be able to manage a desk job/college when he gets older?</li></ul>If you find yourself asking these questions, then you are in the right place. As a adult who was once a homeschooled boy himself, Chaz has insight into what it means to be a boy in the educational environment. Despite all his energy growing up, which hasn't really gone away, Chaz has learned to manage college and a desk job career by embracing his need to move, with his responsibilities in the workplace. Your son can do the same. In this podcast Chaz, and his mom, Christie, will use research to describe to you what is going on inside your son's brain, and share some of their methods for waking up boys minds. Using their personal experience homeschooling three boys, Chaz and Christie will teach you the best method of homeschooling boys: Time and Training.  They will be discussing:<ul><li>Causes of misbehavior in boys</li><li>How to add movements and physical activity into your day</li><li>How to train your son to find ways to add small movements into his day, even when he must sit quietly </li><li>How to teach your boy how to read a situation and know how to respond in a way that keeps his mind engage </li></ul>We look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions for educating boys.

TB 18: Homeschooling Boys

In this episode, Chaz and Christie discuss the many benefits and family memories gained through reading aloud as a family.  Christie and her husband, Jamie, began reading together early in their marriage. When their three boys came along, it was only natural that couples reading would turn into reading as a family.Chaz and Christie will share many of their experiences as a reading family and give you tips for your own family reading time. Their suggestions include:Being intentional in finding time to read as a family.Stopping a reading section at the right point. Recapping at the beginning of each reading session.Suggestions for making reading easier on the reader.Taking the time for children to read aloud.Understanding the importance of homeschool parents reading to themselves and their spouse.We look forward to sharing this podcast with you, and look forward to reading your comments.

In this episode, Chaz and Christie discuss the many benefits and family memories gained through reading aloud as a family.  Christie and her husband, Jamie, began reading together early in their marriage. When their three boys came along, it was only natural that couples reading would turn into reading as a family. Chaz and Christie will share many of their experiences as a reading family and give you tips for your own family reading time. Their suggestions include:<ul><li>Being intentional in finding time to read as a family.</li><li>Stopping a reading section at the right point. </li><li>Recapping at the beginning of each reading session.</li><li>Suggestions for making reading easier on the reader.</li><li>Taking the time for children to read aloud.</li><li>Understanding the importance of homeschool parents reading to themselves and their spouse.</li></ul>We look forward to sharing this podcast with you, and look forward to reading your comments.

TB 17: The Joy of Reading Aloud as a Family

On December 25th, people will be celebrating Christmas around the world. Today Chaz and Christie will be looking at two countries, Sweden and Argentina and how they will be celebrating Christmas this year. First, they will be discussing Sweden and their celebrations centering on Disney and St. Lucia. They will also discuss how straw plays a big role in their Christmas decorating and activities. They will also talk about how the Swedish people protect their trees and homes around Christmas.Second, they will tell you about Argentina and their Christmas Eve of food, family and lights. They will also tell you the part cotton balls play in the Argentine Christmas.If you enjoy this episode, please click like below, and leave a comment telling us what family traditions you practice at Christmas.

On December 25th, people will be celebrating Christmas around the world. Today Chaz and Christie will be looking at two countries, Sweden and Argentina and how they will be celebrating Christmas this year.  First, they will be discussing Sweden and their celebrations centering on Disney and St. Lucia. They will also discuss how straw plays a big role in their Christmas decorating and activities. They will also talk about how the Swedish people protect their trees and homes around Christmas. Second, they will tell you about Argentina and their Christmas Eve of food, family and lights. They will also tell you the part cotton balls play in the Argentine Christmas. If you enjoy this episode, please click like below, and leave a comment telling us what family traditions you practice at Christmas.

TB 16: Christmas Around the World

In our special edition of Toolbox for Learning Podcast, Chaz and Christie discuss the many blessings that homeschooling allows families. They share personal experiences as a homeschooler and the mom who taught him.We hope you enjoy this change of pace from our normal show, and that it will encourage you and your family to slow down this Thanksgiving and reflect on what the homeschool experience has meant to your family.

In our special edition of Toolbox for Learning Podcast, Chaz and Christie discuss the many blessings that homeschooling allows families. They share personal experiences as a homeschooler and the mom who taught him.We hope you enjoy this change of pace from our normal show, and that it will encourage you and your family to slow down this Thanksgiving and reflect on what the homeschool experience has meant to your family.

TB 15: Thanksgiving Special - The Blessings of Homeschooling

There are so many things to consider, learn, and explore before choosing to homeschool. But, we also need to be aware that there are some things that should not be considered when evaluating how homeschooling fits into your family's needs.In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing six things not to consider as you contemplate homeschooling. As a veteran homeschool mom, Christie has been in a position of helping others as they discover whether homeschooling fit's their own family's needs. Also, Chaz, a former homeschooler, shares his observations, especially in the area of children's attitudes when parents are considering homeschooling.In this podcast, they will be discussing topics, such as:heated confrontations with school teachers or administratorsyour child's attitudesopinions of family, friends or social circlesyour education levelfear and insecurityWe look forward to hearing from you. Please like and comment with your own suggestions of things that you should or shouldn't consider before deciding to homeschool.Thanks for listening.

There are so many things to consider, learn, and explore before choosing to homeschool. But, we also need to be aware that there are some things that should not be considered when evaluating how homeschooling fits into your family's needs. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing six things not to consider as you contemplate homeschooling. As a veteran homeschool mom, Christie has been in a position of helping others as they discover whether homeschooling fit's their own family's needs. Also, Chaz, a former homeschooler, shares his observations, especially in the area of children's attitudes when parents are considering homeschooling. In this podcast, they will be discussing topics, such as: <ul><li>heated confrontations with school teachers or administrators</li><li>your child's attitudes</li><li>opinions of family, friends or social circles</li><li>your education level</li><li>fear and insecurity</li></ul>We look forward to hearing from you. Please like and comment with your own suggestions of things that you should or shouldn't consider before deciding to homeschool. Thanks for listening.

TB 14: Six Things Not to Consider Before Homeschooling

Who wouldn't want to be known for being the ideal family? We all want to be admired. But many of us unintentionally strive for the attention of others at the expense of our families. In todays podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing the difference between the ideal family and the ideal family environment and why the difference is so important. Chaz and Christie are in an unique position to discuss this topic. Chaz was homeschooled and Christie was the mom who taught him. They understand where you are and the struggle to keep up the family image, while homeschooling. Chaz and Christie will be discussing research that shows people are becoming more critical of themselves and others. This podcast will go into how to deal with knowing others may judge you for how you choose to run your home. They also discuss what happens when that judgmental, perfectionist attitude becomes a part of your home.In this podcast, they will also be discussing specific ways to change you thinking about why you do the things you do. Using examples such as chores and manners, Chaz and Christie explain the importance of working towards a healthy family environment, rather than trying to be the perfect family.We look forward to sharing this podcast with you and reading your comments and suggestions.

Who wouldn't want to be known for being the ideal family? We all want to be admired. But many of us unintentionally strive for the attention of others at the expense of our families. In todays podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing the difference between the ideal family and the ideal family environment and why the difference is so important.  Chaz and Christie are in an unique position to discuss this topic. Chaz was homeschooled and Christie was the mom who taught him. They understand where you are and the struggle to keep up the family image, while homeschooling.  Chaz and Christie will be discussing research that shows people are becoming more critical of themselves and others. This podcast will go into how to deal with knowing others may judge you for how you choose to run your home. They also discuss what happens when that judgmental, perfectionist attitude becomes a part of your home. In this podcast, they will also be discussing specific ways to change you thinking about why you do the things you do. Using examples such as chores and manners, Chaz and Christie explain the importance of working towards a healthy family environment, rather than trying to be the perfect family. We look forward to sharing this podcast with you and reading your comments and suggestions.

TB 13: The Ideal Family vs. The Ideal Family Environment

Fire and tornado drills are a normal part of the traditional school environment. But they are commonly ignored by homeschool families. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing why disaster preparedness is important, and how to prepare your child for a disaster using their own experiences during the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit Southcentral Alaska in 2018. They will be giving specific ideas for helping your child prepare for the next emergency, whether it being something as minor as the electricity going out or a flat tire, to tornado's, fire and other more extraordinary disasters. Subjects that will cover include:The need for your child to understand the disaster's cause, history and scientific advancementsHow to not strike fear into your child while practicing disaster preparednessHelping your child gain the skills needed to handle an emergency as it occursMaking sure your child knows what to do and expect after a disasterTeaching how they should respond if you are not in the area when a disaster hitsInvolving your child in an emergency preparedness planTraining yourself to stay calm and manage yourself when a disaster occursDisplaying your confidence in their ability to handle an emergency if it arisesAs a veteran homeschool mom and a former homeschooler, Chaz and Christie have a unique perspective as ones who have been where you are, both as a teacher and as a homeschooled student. They look forward to sharing this podcast with you and reading your response.

Fire and tornado drills are a normal part of the traditional school environment. But they are commonly ignored by homeschool families. In this podcast, Chaz and Christie will be discussing why disaster preparedness is important, and how to prepare your child for a disaster using their own experiences during the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit Southcentral Alaska in 2018.  They will be giving specific ideas for helping your child prepare for the next emergency, whether it being something as minor as the electricity going out or a flat tire, to tornado's, fire and other more extraordinary disasters.  Subjects that will cover include:<ul><li>The need for your child to understand the disaster's cause, history and scientific advancements</li><li>How to not strike fear into your child while practicing disaster preparedness</li><li>Helping your child gain the skills needed to handle an emergency as it occurs</li><li>Making sure your child knows what to do and expect after a disaster</li><li>Teaching how they should respond if you are not in the area when a disaster hits</li><li>Involving your child in an emergency preparedness plan</li><li>Training yourself to stay calm and manage yourself when a disaster occurs</li><li>Displaying your confidence in their ability to handle an emergency if it arises</li></ul>As a veteran homeschool mom and a former homeschooler, Chaz and Christie have a unique perspective as ones who have been where you are, both as a teacher and as a homeschooled student. They look forward to sharing this podcast with you and reading your response.

TB 12: A Homeschooler's Guide to Disaster Preparedness

You know you want your child to grow into a financially wise adult. But, for that to happen they must be trained. As homeschool parents, it falls on us to make sure they have the financially literacy they need. So, when do you begin teaching them these important skills and what is it they need to know. Today Chaz, a certified public accountant (CPA), will be discussing with you, what it takes to be financially literate. He will also be discussing how his parents taught him how to be financially responsible during his homeschooling years. Chaz and Christie are uniquely qualified to teach you these principles due to the combination of their experience in the field of finance, being a homeschooler and being the mom who taught him. We invite you to listen to their practical advice and suggestions for what worked in their homeschooling experience.They will cover subjects such as:What is personal finance.When to begin teaching finance to your homeschooler.BankingInvestingDebtInsuranceFinancial PlanningIdentity ProtectionMuch more

You know you want your child to grow into a financially wise adult. But, for that to happen they must be trained. As homeschool parents, it falls on us to make sure they have the financially literacy they need. So, when do you begin teaching them these important skills and what is it they need to know. Today Chaz, a certified public accountant (CPA), will be discussing with you, what it takes to be financially literate. He will also be discussing how his parents taught him how to be financially responsible during his homeschooling years. Chaz and Christie are uniquely qualified to teach you these principles due to the combination of their experience in the field of finance, being a homeschooler and being the mom who taught him. We invite you to listen to their practical advice and suggestions for what worked in their homeschooling experience. They will cover subjects such as:<ul><li>What is personal finance.</li><li>When to begin teaching finance to your homeschooler.</li><li>Banking</li><li>Investing</li><li>Debt</li><li>Insurance</li><li>Financial Planning</li><li>Identity Protection</li><li>Much more</li></ul>

TB 11: Teaching Personal Finance From a CPA

You know that play is important and that children need plenty of it, but do you know what play really is? In this episode, Chaz and Christie will define play and share with you research that has been done on this very important subject, along with how you can incorporate play into your homeschool.Using many personal experiences they will:Discuss how to recognize true playThe value of both structured activity and unstructured playThe loss of playtime in the U.S.The gift of boredomTools children use to playBeing an example to your kids How to play with your child without taking overAs a bonus, learn about how Chaz and his brothers explored learning through a simple game of "Squirrels Get Ready for Winter".

You know that play is important and that children need plenty of it, but do you know what play really is? In this episode, Chaz and Christie will define play and share with you research that has been done on this very important subject, along with how you can incorporate play into your homeschool.Using many personal experiences they will:<ul><li>Discuss how to recognize true play</li><li>The value of both structured activity and unstructured play</li><li>The loss of playtime in the U.S.</li><li>The gift of boredom</li><li>Tools children use to play</li><li>Being an example to your kids </li><li>How to play with your child without taking over</li></ul>As a bonus, learn about how Chaz and his brothers explored learning through a simple game of "Squirrels Get Ready for Winter".

TB 10: The Importance of Play

You know you want to homeschool, but don't know where to begin? In this podcast Chaz and Christie discuss a step by step approach to starting your homeschool adventure and sharing with you how to access their free  Getting Started in Homeschooling Guide.They will be discussing:How to discover your states regulations and educational standards.Home School Legal Defense AssociationBudgeting and scholarship opportunitiesPicking your homeschool resourcesFree and low cost homeschool materialsPicking a school calendarEvaluating where your child is academicallyDiscovering your child's learning styleThe importance of also discovering your own learning styleCommon teaching methodsImportance of an active homeschool groupSetting up your classroomOrganizing and preparing for the school yearConsistency in your homeschool/ flexibility and how to achieve both effectively.We look forward to sharing this invaluable resource for both the new and seasoned homeschooler.

You know you want to homeschool, but don't know where to begin? In this podcast Chaz and Christie discuss a step by step approach to starting your homeschool adventure and sharing with you how to access their free  Getting Started in Homeschooling Guide. They will be discussing:<ul><li>How to discover your states regulations and educational standards.</li><li>Home School Legal Defense Association</li><li>Budgeting and scholarship opportunities</li><li>Picking your homeschool resources</li><li>Free and low cost homeschool materials</li><li>Picking a school calendar</li><li>Evaluating where your child is academically</li><li>Discovering your child's learning style</li><li>The importance of also discovering your own learning style</li><li>Common teaching methods</li><li>Importance of an active homeschool group</li><li>Setting up your classroom</li><li>Organizing and preparing for the school year</li><li>Consistency in your homeschool/ flexibility and how to achieve both effectively.</li></ul>We look forward to sharing this invaluable resource for both the new and seasoned homeschooler.

TB 9: I want to Homeschool, But Where do I Begin

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