Homeschooling can be scary and overwhelming to think about, but it doesn't have to be that hard! Lisa has 25+ years of homeschooling experience, including graduating multiple kids. In this podcast, she will reassure you, inspire you, and empower you with the information you need to feel confident and successful as you homeschool your teen. Includes interviews with experts as well as their own practical advice.
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Welcome to Life Skills 101: Life Skills for a Digital Age, sponsored by the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network and True North Homeschool Academy! It’s a well-known adage in the business world that you are hired for your hard skills and fired for your soft skills. It might be a well-known adage, but what exactly are hard and soft skills? Hard skills are easily measurable and quantifiable skills, such as welding or heart surgery. Soft skills are the personal attributes that enable someone to in ...
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Join your host, Felice Gerwitz as she takes a behind-the-scenes look into the lives of special guests as well as the Show Hosts of the Ultimate Homeschool Network.
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Adam Roberts Joins Us to Share How Scriptive Encourages a Love for Reading and Writing
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In this episode of It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool, host Lisa welcomes Adam Roberts, co-founder of Scriptive, a company dedicated to fostering a passion for reading and writing in children. Adam discusses Scriptive’s mission and its first product, Write Stories, which uses beautiful illustrations to inspire kids to create their own stories. With a…
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Homeschooling Through a Crisis You’ve probably heard that you can’t get “behind” while homeschooling, but if you’ve had an illness, natural disaster, death or pregnancy, you can sure feel like you are! IN this series we’re going to talk about: 1.Recognize your overwhelmed and need help a.How to know if you are behind or not 2. Prioritize your backl…
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Flexibility and Adaptability: Interview with Vicki Tillman, of Seven Sisters
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In this show Vicki Tillman, of Seven Sisters, shares insight into flexibility and adaptability. “Anything worth doing is worth doing badly.” G.K.Cheserton Resiliency- the ability to jump back when disappointments and failure hit. Sponsor:Thanks to NOW Programs, this evidence-based program helps students learn differences. Failure is not an end poin…
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Laurie Cardoza Moore Joins Us to Share Her Homeschooling Journey and Advocacy in Education
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In this episode, we sit down with Laurie Cardoza Moore, a passionate homeschool mom of five and a strong advocate for educational reform. Laurie shares her inspiring journey from homeschooling her children to becoming a voice in state legislatures, lobbying for issues related to education and the unborn. She discusses her experience with the Bridge…
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Caleb Guerrero Joins Us to Discuss Personal Discipline & Business Growth
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In this episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," Lisa is joined by Caleb Guerrero, founder and CEO of Valor Digital and Public Image Chair for Rotary District 5520. Caleb shares his expertise on building a digital presence, especially for small businesses and their communities. He delves into the importance of personal discipline, business gr…
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Does Your High School Student Have the One Skill Needed to Graduate?
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Episode Title: The Power of Selling In this episode, we dive into the essential life skill of selling and its profound impact on personal development, especially for kids and teens. 1. The Art of Communication Selling is a fantastic way to hone effective communication. Through selling, kids learn how to clearly articulate their ideas and actively l…
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Welcome to Life Skills 101 with Lisa Nehring, where we will shed light on important issues affecting parents and their children. In today’s episode, we’re going to chat about launching your homeschool in the elementary year. Learn about getting started with elementary homeschool education. Let’s listen in… Sponsored by CTC Math. Getting Started wit…
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Natalie Mack Joins Us to Discuss Homeschooling as a Military Family!
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In this episode of It's Not That Hard to Homeschool, Lisa Welcomes Natalie Mack, a seasoned homeschool mom and military wife, who shares her family's incredible journey of homeschooling while serving in the military. With 23 years of homeschooling experience under her belt, Natalie talks about raising and educating five children while navigating li…
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LifeSkills101 Episode: Giving Kids Time to Think Interview with Felice Gerwitz of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network In this episode of LifeSkills101, we dive into the importance of giving kids the time and space to think. We’ll join Felice Gerwitz, a the founder of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network. Felice shares her wealth of knowledge…
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Are you facing the challenge of a child who seems uninterested in their homeschooling journey? Do you hear complaints of, “I’m bored. This is boring!” You’re not alone. Many parents encounter this hurdle, but with the right strategies, you can turn this around. Inspired by insights from the podcast “Goldilocks and the Teen Years,” let’s explore how…
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Podcast Takeover: Reading Eggs Review with Melissa Grande
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저자 Lisa Nehring, 2024 All Rights Reserved
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Rianne of Mercy Ships: Bringing Hope and Healing to West Africa
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In this episode, we welcome Rianne from Mercy Ships, an organization that provides world-class medical care to impoverished people in West Africa. Rianne shares her personal journey, including homeschooling her three children and volunteering with her family aboard the Africa Mercy. They served as a chaplain and communications volunteer, immersing …
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Welcome to our latest chat on LifeSkills101, sponsored by CTCMath.com, where we talk about the super important skills every young person needs to get ready for grown-up life. It doesn’t matter if they are planning to go to college, get a job right after school, or do something totally different, there are some skills that are just must-haves. Let’s…
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10 Fun and Easy Ways to Encourage Reading and Writing in Homeschool Kids
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📚✨ Struggling to get your homeschool kids excited about reading and writing? Check out our latest blog post: "10 Fun and Easy Ways to Encourage Reading and Writing in Homeschool Kids!" From comics and audiobooks to creating cozy reading spaces, we've got practical tips to spark their love for literacy. 🎉 Dive into our guide and watch your child's e…
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Colleen Kessler Joins Us to Discuss The Homeschool Advantage!
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In this episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," we dive into the world of educational inspiration with Colleen Cussler, author of the upcoming book, The Homeschool Advantage. If you're constantly on the lookout for books that encourage, inspire, and equip you on your homeschooling journey, this episode is a must-listen. Colleen's book, fille…
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast Episode – “The One Skill Your Kids Need to Graduate High School” Sponsored by: CTC Math In this episode of LifeSkills101, we delve into an essential skill. It’s not math or science. It’s the art of selling. Selling is crucial for high school graduates. It’s not just about business. It’s about communication and pers…
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Hey there, learners! Today, we’re talking about something important: homeschool burnout. Ever felt super tired, both in your body and mind? That’s what we call burnout. It can happen to both parents and students. But wait, how is it different from regular stress? Well, stress is like having a lot on your plate, but burnout is when that plate overfl…
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Brooke Poston Joins us to Provide Top Homeschooling Resources
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In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Poston, the dynamic force behind the Home School Resource Co., to delve into the world of homeschooling. Broadcasting from just south of Baton Rouge, Brooke shares her inspiring journey as a pastor's wife and mother of five, with her oldest turning twelve and her youngest at two. Brooke talks about her early…
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Jonathan Brush Joins Us To Talk About Unbound University & Career Paths!
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In this enlightening conversation, Lisa introduces Jonathan Brush, a trailblazer from Unbound, where education transcends traditional boundaries. Jonathan shares his journey from being homeschooled to pioneering a revolutionary approach to learning. Lisa dives deep into Jonathan's personal background, exploring how his homeschooling experience shap…
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Title: LifeSkills101 with Lisa Nehring – Back to Homeschool Tips Show Notes: Thank you to the episode sponsor, CTC Math Introduction: Welcome back to LifeSkills101, the homeschooling podcast where we equip parents and students with essential life skills for a successful homeschooling journey. I’m your host, Lisa Nehring, and today we’re diving into…
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🎥 Interview with Nick Freitas: Homeschooling & Freedom! 📚🗽 Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Nick Freitas, where we dive into the world of homeschooling and the essence of freedom! 🌟 Nick shares his insights on the benefits of homeschooling, the importance of parental choice in education, and how it all ties into the …
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Guys, I have a quick question for you. What's the purpose of education? I ask this question all the time when I'm doing live workshops, and everybody kind of pauses—they haven't really thought about it too much. So, I want to give you three important purposes for education, regardless of what level your kids are at, what methodology you use, whethe…
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Lisa Nehring dives into the common concern of parents: "Help! My kids don't have a passion!" Join us as we explore practical strategies to help your children discover and develop their passions through homeschooling. Lisa discusses the importance of creating a "smorgasbord" of opportunities, allowing kids to explore various interests and activities…
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Homeschooling the Elementary Years: It's Not That Hard
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Podcast Episode Show Notes Episode Title: Homeschooling Elementary: It's Not That Hard! Host: Lisa Nehring Episode Description: In this enlightening episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," Lisa Nehring dives into the essentials of homeschooling elementary-aged children. Drawing from over 20 years of personal homeschooling experience, Lisa pr…
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Podcast Title: LifeSkills101: Final Farewell Episode Title: Seasons in Homeschooling Host: Lisa Nehring Duration: 23 minutes Episode Summary: In this heartfelt final episode of LifeSkills101, Lisa Nehring takes listeners on a reflective journey through the different seasons of homeschooling and life. Using the changing seasons as an analogy, Lisa b…
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Exploring Summer STEM with Leigh of Little By Little Homeschool
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In this exciting episode, Lisa Nehring interviews Leigh from Little By Little Homeschool to discuss the innovative summer self-paced classes offered by Home Hacker Camp. These classes focus on STEM education, specifically in robotics and programming, providing an engaging and hands-on learning experience for students. Leigh shares her passion for m…
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Interview with Kristin Marais: Blending Passion for Chemistry and Online Education
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Join Lisa Nehring as she interviews Kristin Marais, a seasoned educator with nearly 15 years of experience in traditional and online classrooms. Kristin shares her journey from earning a BS in biochemistry from the University of California Riverside to completing an MS in Teaching at Western Washington University. With a Washington state certificat…
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You Can Thank Us Later: Lisa Nehring & Jean Burke on Homeschooling High School
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Jean Burke and Lisa Nehring have decades of homeschooling experience under their belt, and have successfully launched 7 kids between them. They’ll share the most important aspects of homeschooling, answer audience questions and give you a whole lot of encouragement and , as you take on the task of intentionally educating your kids!…
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Develop your Student’s Standout Factor And garner scholarship dollars and opportunities! What is a Stand-Out Factor? A Stand out factor can be many different things but they are most likely to include: Initiative –student initiated, led and directed Passion – student has personal investment Individuality –has to do specifically with the students co…
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast – “Boys with Pens” with Special Host, Beth Purcell In this special episode, we welcome Beth Purcell, a renowned writing coach from True North Homeschool Academy. Beth shares her expertise on teaching writing to boys, focusing on their unique linear thinking patterns. Beth starts by explaining linear thinking. It’s …
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Ready for Launch: from Awkward Homeschooler to Confident Adult About This Workshop In this era of profound societal upheaval, the post-high school graduation landscape is more diverse and complex than ever before. Our young adults face a bewildering array of choices: traditional college, entering the workforce, venturing into entrepreneurship, purs…
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast – “Teaching Strategies for Kids Who Don’t Like to Read or Write” This episode addresses a common challenge: teaching kids who resist reading and writing. We explore strategies to engage these learners and foster a love for literacy. First, understand each child’s interests. Use these topics to spark their curiosity…
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Homeschool Science: Is this the most important subject?
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast – “Why Science is the Most Important Subject in Your Homeschool” In this episode, we delve into the pivotal role of science in homeschooling. Science stands as a cornerstone of education, driving curiosity and critical thinking. First, science cultivates a sense of wonder. It encourages questions about the natural …
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Welcome to another episode of the It's Not That Hard to Homeschool the podcast where we delve into the magical early years of childhood, exploring the wonders of kindergarten through third grade, and discussing why it's never too early to embark on the homeschooling journey. We normally chat all things high school, but today we're shining the spotl…
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Show Notes: Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast - "4 Things to Keep in Mind While Homeschooling" Welcome to another episode of the Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast. Today, we're exploring four pivotal concepts to enrich your homeschooling experience. These insights blend academic learning with character development for a well-rounded approach. S…
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast with Lisa Nehring – “Why Your Kids Must Study Geography” In this insightful episode, Lisa Nehring explores the value of studying geography. Despite not being in the core four (English, math, science, history), geography shines. It’s crucial for understanding history and social studies. Geography opens up the world,…
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The ONE Skill Your Student Needs to Graduate High School
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast Episode – “The One Skill Your Kids Need to Graduate High School” In this episode of LifeSkills101, we delve into an essential skill. It’s not math or science. It’s the art of selling. Selling is crucial for high school graduates. It’s not just about business. It’s about communication and persuasion. Our kids use se…
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Creation Matters Does Creation Matter? Why does the discussion on how God created the world matter? Did God really create the world in six days and rest on the seventh? Does anyone really care? These questions and many more including teaching tips and great resources are presented in the Creation Science Podcast, my name is Felice Gerwitz and it is…
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Portrait of a Learner: Creating a Learning Profile for Your Homeschooler
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Portrait of a Learner: Creating a Learning Profile for Your Homeschooler Episode Summary: This insightful episode of our podcast takes a deep dive into the concept of creating a comprehensive learning profile for homeschoolers. We discuss the importance of focusing on a wide range of outcomes beyond academic achievement, including soft skills, tech…
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In this thought-provoking episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the evolution of the American Dream, particularly how it has shifted from owning a home and achieving personal success to the almost universal expectation of attending college. We explore the implications of this shift, including the daunting burden of college debt, and discuss how…
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Not Your Mama's Education, Part 2: The Four C's of Education
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PART 2 Listen to Part 1 in the previous podcast. At the heart of True North Homeschool Academy’s innovative approach lies the SAMR model, a framework that guides educators and parents in leveraging technology effectively. The SAMR model classifies technology integration into four levels: Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. S…
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Not Your Mama's Education, Part 3: Critical Languages + Q and A
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Part 3: Critical Languages + More Listen to parts 1 & 2 in the previous podcasts. At the heart of True North Homeschool Academy’s innovative approach lies the SAMR model, a framework that guides educators and parents in leveraging technology effectively. The SAMR model classifies technology integration into four levels: Substitution, Augmentation, …
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PART 1 At the heart of True North Homeschool Academy’s innovative approach lies the SAMR model, a framework that guides educators and parents in leveraging technology effectively. The SAMR model classifies technology integration into four levels: Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. Substitution refers to the basic replacemen…
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So, What are the 5 Common Topics? + How to Use Them in Your Homeschool
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Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," hosted by the ever-insightful Lisa Nehring. Today, we're exploring a foundational element of classical education that can revolutionize your homeschooling approach: the 5 Common Topics. These timeless tools of rhetoric are not only the backbone of effective communic…
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The Fruit of the Spirit for Moms Our pastor recently did a sermon on the Fruit of the Spirit, and it inspired me to start a Bible study inside my private Christian parenting Facebook group. (By the way, anyone listening who’d like to join that group, I’d love to have you! You can click here to join.) Over the last several weeks, we’ve been studying…
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Unprecedented Times Just Got Real: 3 Important Skills Every Student Needs
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Elon Musk recently announced that they have successfully planted their first neuro chip into a human brain. Whew- we just entered a new era of economy, money and human/ cyborg relations. The president of the Carnie Foundation -of Carnegie Unit fame- - which you probably know as the high School Credit is re-thinking the efficacy of the credit based …
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In this show, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring talks about the pragmatics of How to Graduate Your Homeschooler! We’ll cover: Who creates the Transcript Who issues the Diploma What is required to Graduate How to make graduation official Who oversees it all Are homeschoolers required to take the GED? First things first make sure y…
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Episode Title: Understanding the Carnegie Unit and How It Relates to Homeschooling High School Show Notes: Welcome to a new episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," where we demystify the challenges of homeschooling and provide practical advice to make your homeschooling journey smoother. Today, we're diving into a topic that bewilders many h…
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Can Your Teens Do Hard Things... like Writing? Interview with Brett Harris
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In a recent interview featuring Lisa Nehring from "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool" and Brett Harris of "The Author's Conservatory, A Different Approach," the discussion delved into innovative approaches to education and entrepreneurship. Lisa Nehring, an advocate for homeschooling, shared insights into the accessibility and feasibility of homesch…
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