On Friday Judy Wnuk and I will talk about the ever changing needs of the homeschooling family. As a representative for Sonlight Curriculum, Judy travels to homeschool conventions and assists parents who are researching and making their curriculum choices. She is going to talk to us about some of the greatest needs of today’s homeschooling parents and then brainstorm about how best to meet those needs in an effective fashion. Bring your cup of tea and log on to hear our conversation this Friday....
Jan 14, 2011•58 min
Join me this week for the first of a new series of guests especially invited to help homeschoolers plan for their future and choose a career that suits their individual personalities and talents. Why do you need a job? To pay the rent, buy clothes, go to college or to serve? Are you going to pursue your dream or choose your career based on demand and where the money is? Christie Jenkins will be talking to me today and together we will explore the world of employment. She is an Ideas Entrepreneur...
Jan 07, 2011•58 min
This is the last show of 2010 and once again I’m running highlights with live reflections on how the year has unfolded for me, The Sociable Homeschooler. You’ll hear part of my chat with a delightful homeschooler who actually survived and is doing fine in the real world, Laura Lee Ellis; then we’ll relive the explosive times Steve Wolf has with his homeschooling family and finally listen again to Gretchen Roe from The Calvert School. I’ll re-play my story about the difference between British and...
Dec 31, 2010•1 hr 6 min
This Friday I’m running highlights from previous shows with live commentary on how the year has unfolded for The Sociable Homeschooler. You’ll hear my little natter with Mike Donnelly from HSLDA, as he tells us how he helps his wife in the homeschool; we’ll listen in to my conversation with radical unschooling Mum, Lisa Cottrell-Bentley and hear again how Shelby Sharpe clarified the law, once and for all in regards to homeschooling in Texas. I’ll re-play my story about a word I apparently have d...
Dec 22, 2010•1 hr 2 min
I have a fellow host on the show with me this week. Marla Tabaka broadcasts, Million Dollar Mindset, live on Mondays from 2-3pm EST here on Toginet Radio. Marla believes that, with the right mindset, ANYTHING is possible! So you need to tune in and listen to our conversation on Friday and find out about the internal programming, embedded into our nervous system, that gets in the way of our dreams and goals. So, put the kettle on and let’s tap into that million dollar mindset with Marla. See you ...
Dec 17, 2010•58 min
My guest this week is Diane Flynn Keith who is editor-in-Chief of Homefires.com, a website devoted to kindling a life-long love of learning and empowering parents around the world with the support and resources needed to help their children get a meaningful education at home. Diane writes for magazines, has contributed to books on homeschooling, and is a public speaker at education conferences. She has been interviewed on television for ABC, CBS and NBC and has been a guest on public radio stati...
Dec 10, 2010•58 min
I’m pleased to be welcoming my friend, Gretchen Roe, back to my show this afternoon. Gretchen is an amazing homeschooling mother of six children ranging in age from early 20’s to 4 years old. She also works for Calvert School as the community liaison and runs a blog on their site. Today we are going to talk about starting a new curriculum or even a new way of life in the middle of the traditional academic year and how Calvert can offer full support during the transition. Join us as we also talk ...
Dec 03, 2010•58 min
This week Sandy Fowler of Heart Filled Holidays will be joining me to talk about her homeschooling experience and especially about her practical approach to living, working, and prospering. Tune in this Friday and discover how to be happy, content and excited no matter what the outer circumstances of your life. Let Sandy teach you how to design a stress free holiday that warms your heart and feeds your spirit. So, grab your tea and listen to the positive results homeschooling had on Sandy’s fami...
Nov 23, 2010•58 min
My friend, Dixie Hacker, is returning to my show after almost a year and we will be talking about balance in the homeschool. Tune in to learn how she has had to adapt her schedule to meet the needs of one of her twins’ diagnosis of dyslexia. We will be talking about her struggles and successes during this very demanding semester as she and her husband made decisions about how to best serve their family’s needs. Join me on Friday to find out what to do when homeschooling is not all plain sailing....
Nov 19, 2010•58 min
Balancing academics with hands on work and service is the key to successful homeschooling for Janita Pavelka and her family. She has four children and together they have used the Moore Approach which advocates, among other things, delaying formal school learning until the child is between 8-12 years old. How does this work in reality and will your child fall behind? Janita and I will explore these questions and talk about how playing games, reading aloud and volunteering in the community grows r...
Nov 12, 2010•58 min
Join me this week with guest Laureen Hudson, one of the featured homeschoolers on TodayShow.com who did an article entitled, Movable Feast: Homeschooling in the World. Laureen and her husband and three children, will set sail on the high seas next year. Their particular lifestyle is enticingly called “cruising” and Laureen will talk to us about marina living and setting up house on a boat with three youngsters. Let her regale you with stories about living without school. Bring your tea and join ...
Oct 29, 2010•58 min
Once again Mike Donnelly is going to be joining me from the Home School Legal Defense Association where he serves as staff attorney and director of international relations. We will be talking about topics ranging from parental rights to homeschooling in Europe and India. Mike will tell us about some of the politically volatile issues he is involved in at the moment. He will also share his research and thoughts on how hundreds of single Mums and even Dads are able to provide for, protect and educ...
Oct 22, 2010•58 min
How difficult is it to get our homeschoolers into college? What tests do they have to pass? What hoops do we need to jump through? Will the high school years at home be more than we can take? Join me with my guest, Larry Farris, while we talk about these time sensitive questions as our children reach that age when they really need to start looking to the future. Larry and his wife homeschooled their three children while traveling around the States in their RV. Put on the kettle and come and have...
Oct 18, 2010•58 min
Hey Unique Gifted Lovable You, is a non profit organization that helps teens and tweens discover their “inner cool” so that they can be who they are instead of who they think they need to be. I will be sharing a cuppa with Betty Hoeffner who co-founded this esteemed non profit organization, this coming Friday. Come and listen, and join in if you like, as Betty and I talk about bullying, obesity and racism. It happens to everyone…even homeschoolers. Be there, or be square!
Oct 08, 2010•58 min
Sonlight is celebrating 20 years as a curriculum company and to mark this achievement, co-founder and president, Sarita Holzmann, will be chatting with me this Friday afternoon. Over an afternoon cup of tea we will explore the benefits of using a literature based curriculum. We will also talk about a new project with Mission India that begins on October 5th. Join us and discover the power of the written word.
Oct 01, 2010•58 min
uests this week are Dawn Prochovnic and Christie Jenkins, both experts in Sign Language. Although they do not homeschool themselves they are fellow entrepreneurs who enjoy thinking outside the box. Join us on Friday as we talk about why sign language became an important part of their lives. Discover why they think everyone should learn how to sign and increase their literacy skills while decreasing the volume level at home!
Sep 25, 2010•58 min
Sofie Couch, a paranormal child, is the star of, Angels Unawares, a book written by my guest this week, Annette Couch-Jareb. Annette talks about her own preconceived ideas about learning and education, shares her insights from her blog-site, The Bohemian Reviewer and homeschools her daughter who is attending the local community college in Keswick, Virginia. Join us as we chat on Friday about how homeschoolers can avoid getting lost at the kitchen table, or in cyber space.
Sep 03, 2010•58 min
Lisa Bracken joins me from rural Colorado this week to talk about her recently released humour novel, Crazy Jake’s Fish Bomb. Lisa homeschooled her daughter when the movement was still cutting its teeth. She is a literacy advocate and promotes early reading, creative writing and strong technical writing skills as tools to help young people find a solid footing in the competitive world of commerce. She and her daughter co-own a marketing firm for small business and we will discover how they aid f...
Aug 28, 2010•59 min
My guest this week is my intrepid traveling companion and daughter, Malia McNeny. Malia is a sophomore at the local college and until three weeks ago she had her future mapped out. Join us as she talks about how her trip to England completely changed her life and listen to her perspective on homeschooling while abroad. She will also share some of the more amusing aspects of British living.
Aug 21, 2010•58 min
This week I am welcoming several British Home Educators who are going to talk with me about why they decided to home school their children, co-oping in England and whether support groups work for them. Alice Gurr, Lynne Purchase, and Carol Slater will regale us with their stories and together we will share our common experiences of home schooling our children as well as look at some of the differences we encounter across the pond. Bring a cup of tea and join us on Friday for what promises to be ...
Aug 13, 2010•58 min
Have you ever wondered how homeschoolers feel about their education once they get to college? Laura Lee Ellis, a lifelong homeschooler, writer and speaker living in Oxford, England, tells us why she feels homeschooling uniquely prepared her for college and life and offers tips on how to make the most of a home education and thrive in higher education and fulfilling work. Join us on Friday and hear how Laura Lee Ellis challenges young people to stand out from the crowd in a positive way and live ...
Aug 06, 2010•58 min
My guest this week hails from Liverpool, England. He and his wife have been homeschooling their eight children for twenty years. Colin Slater is now the principal of TEACH (The European Academy for Christian Homeschooling) where he is able to promote homeschooling especially in England. Mr. Slater found that the biggest opposition to Christian Education in England is the church and he will talk to me a about the way he and his wife sought God’s call to evangelism through education. Join me on Fr...
Jul 30, 2010•58 min
I am talking to a family this week that has homeschooling in their blood. Jill Martin and her siblings are joining me to talk about growing up as homeschoolers in Mexico and how their experiences led them to make their own choices about educating their children when the time came. Join us as we talk about the impact homeschooling had on their world view and how they used it to shape their lives and those of their families.
Jul 24, 2010•58 min
I am delighted to welcome Peter Kowalke to my show this week. Peter is a lifelong homeschooler who created the documentary, “Grown Without Schooling.” He followed and interviewed ten grown homeschoolers during their daily life and work and together they explored and openly discussed the lasting influence home education has had on their lives. Join me on Friday as Peter and I talk about the ups and downs of homeschooling from the point of view of the students rather than from the perspective of t...
Jul 19, 2010•58 min
My guest this week is Special Effects Coordinator, Steve Wolf, from Austin Texas. As a film producer Steve travels to many interesting places. By homeschooling his children he has been able to share his experiences with his family and avoid being away from them for long periods of time. Join me this afternoon as I talk to Steve about some of the interesting movies he has worked on and how he worked his explosive magic to make homeschooling a success.
Jul 10, 2010•58 min
With July 4th just around the corner my guest, Dr. Marlene McMillan is joining me to talk about the liberty to homeschool and her new book, The Five Pillars of Liberty. She homeschooled her seven children amid personal difficulties that would daunt the most stalwart of us. She is a teacher, speaker and lobbyist for homeschooling and other educational related subjects. Join us this afternoon for a powerful and interesting show.
Jul 03, 2010•58 min
Larry Kay teaches children and families about pets by creating award-winning children’s educational media. His company, Animal Wow (www.animalwow.com) has won many awards, including the Dove Foundation’s “Four Doves” award for promoting Judeo-Christian family values in its work to help children become safe and successful with pets. In this interview, Larry and I discuss the importance of positive pet experiences in the family, and some ways that parents can help children discover themselves as t...
Jun 26, 2010•58 min
I am thrilled to welcome back Teresa Brett, author of the website, Parenting for Social Change. Teresa uses her passion for social justice and transformative education as she educates her two young boys at home in the Sonoran Desert. As an advocate for being who we really are Teresa challenges pervasive adultism. Join us on Friday afternoon and be inspired to look deep within yourself and create new parenting paradigms.
Jun 19, 2010•58 min
This week my guest is Learning Style expert Mariaemma Pelullo-Willis. Mariaemma has spent the last 16 years guiding children and their families in understanding and appreciating their natural gifts and abilities so that they can discover their passions and potentials. She co-founded The Learning Success Institute and has co-authored several books including, "Discover Your Child’s Learning Style." Join us on Friday afternoon as we talk about how to tap into our child’s unique learning styles and ...
Jun 12, 2010•58 min
Join me this week as I welcome back Gretchen Roe from Calvert School. Gretchen is the Community Liaison for Calvert School. She is a veteran homeschool parent of 6 who has been integrally involved in the homeschool scene in Maryland for more than 15 years. She has been featured on the nationally syndicated radio program, “The Diane Rehm Show” and is a regular contributor to Calvert School’s online blog community. She is here to talk to us about some of the new services The Calvert School has to ...
Jun 05, 2010•58 min
