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 my pleasure and honor to be your host. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast!  Do that here:  SUBSCRIBE Sponsored by Smash...

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 the Fruit of the Spirit, as it applies to motherhood. Galatians 5:22-23 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance,...

On this very special episode of Life as a Lifeschooler, I talk about Love in Homeschooling.  What an honor it is to recognize the work of Felice Gerwitz and 10 years in homeschool podcasting on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network! Episode Sponsored by the 10th Birthday Celebration Sponsors, CTC Math & More on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network  out the $350 giveaway, too! Love in Homeschooling – Exploring how love plays a central role in homeschooling Over time, love has...

Helping Our Kids Have Resiliency "We're not just raising kids, we're raising resilient adults. We're raising spiritual beings." Join Lisa Nehring on the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Show in celebration of our 10th Birthday Celebration! Episode Sponsored by the 10th Birthday Celebration Sponsors, CTC Math & More on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network  out the $350 giveaway, too! In a world where people easily crumble like delicate snowflakes and take offense at the drop of a...

Finding Balance with Working from Home and Homeschooling Article author: Gina Steffy Join us as we celebrate 10 years of homeschool podcasting on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network. Don't miss the giveaway. Thank our podcast sponsor: CTC Math. Homeschooling Work-Life Balance In this episode of "Homeschooling Work-Life Balance," we're delving into the intricate challenge of balancing a full-time job while homeschooling. Full-Time Work & Full-Time Family Life Juggling...

Neuroplasticity - Rewiring The Brain with Dr. Jan Bedell Podcast #19 Neuroplasticity and rewiring the brain? Hmm? Do we really have to use such an unfamiliar word?  Yes, to describe the amazing gift that God has given us we can start with a big word and break it down.  It really is quite simple – “neuro” is having to do with the brain and “plasticity” is the ability to change.  Our brains are changing all the time. This is really good news when you have a struggling learner or a child with...

LCP Ep 5: What to Include in Your Middle and High School Language Arts Study What do you need to include during the middle school years in Language Arts to make sure your learner is ready to tackle high school work? What kind of Language Arts and English program would colleges be looking for and what can count as credit for the high school transcript? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook Group. Join...

Does Creation Matter? Creation matters, yes. 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 my pleasure and honor to be your host. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast!  Do that here:  SUBSCRIBE This podcast was an original...

LCP Ep 13: Developing Language Skills in your Young Learner   The time to start reading and developing language skills in your young learner is now. Reading at least 15 minutes per day from the time your child is an infant and even through high school will not only promote a bond with your child and an enjoyment in reading, but help develop vocabulary, reading, and writing skills. Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool...

LCP Ep 12: Using Higher Order Thinking Skills in Your Reading   Are you wondering what we mean by "higher order thinking skills" or "critical thinking skills"? And what do you do with them and how do you teach them to your children? And how are you supposed to do that with reading? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook Group. Join Katie Glennon as she explains what higher order thinking skills are,...

LCP Ep 11: Essential Writing in your Homeschool High School   Do you have a middle or high schooler and you are wondering what do you need to teach them for writing for credit or for preparation for college? Intimidated by the kind of essays that are usually included during high school and are necessary for college applications, standardized tests, and classes? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook...

LCP Ep 10: Teaching your Struggling Writer How to Write Have you ever seen your learners with "a deer caught in headlights" look when holding a pencil over a blank piece of paper? Is it a struggle to get your child to write down more than a word or two? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook Group. Join Katie Glennon as she shares tips and practices in getting even your youngest learners more...

Has Radiometric Dating Poisoned Your Faith? Episode 11 Introduction ~ Radiometric dating can destroy your trust in the Bible. * NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Northwest Treasures, Geology NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Find them on social media here: * Facebook – Geology by Northwest Treasurers  * Pinterest – Geology by Northwest Treasurers Some Observations about Radiometric Dating Many believe the earth is 4.5 billion years old. Modern geology uses radiometric dating to...

LCP Ep 9: Valuable Benefits from Reading Classic Literature in your Homeschool     Do you cringe when you think about "classic literature"? Are you intimidated by the thought of tackling challenging vocabulary or complex sentences that seem to go on and on? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook Group. Join Katie Glennon as she shares important benefits from reading classic literature, starting...

The Story in the Rocks Episode 11 Story in the Rocks | Patrick Nurre shares the story in the rocks in today's' episode. Below find the show notes, and also a set you can also download a set. | #podcast #creationpodcast *  NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Northwest Treasures, Geology NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Find them on social media here: * Facebook – Geology by Northwest Treasurers  * Pinterest – Geology by Northwest Treasurers Here is the handout in an easy to...

Biblical Creation - Episode 8 Today our special guest, Patrick Nurre discusses Biblical Creation. Patrick is the owner of Northwest Traditions with his wife, Vicki and has a wealth of information to share with us! *  NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Northwest Treasures, Geology NorthwestRockAndFossil.com * Find them on social media here: * Facebook – Geology by Northwest Treasurers  * Pinterest – Geology by Northwest Treasurers Here is the handout in an easy to download...

Ironically, when your family is together almost all the time, it can be challenging to pull away from the demands of homeschooling to just enjoy being together and have fun as a family. But taking a break is good for parents and children alike. In this episode, I'll share some of my favorite ways to make special family memories, including building family traditions, spending one-on-one time with each child, exploring the world, and enjoying the journey as well as the destination. I'd love...

LCP Ep 8: Essential Guide to Out of the Box Book Report Ideas and Literary Study     Running out of ideas for what to do when your learner finishes reading a book? Are you looking for book report ideas or ways to conduct a literary study and keep your learner interested? Visit Katie's website for more fun ideas and tips to use in your homeschool at Katie's Homeschool Cottage  or her Facebook Group.   Join Katie Glennon as she shares tons of fun and creative out of the box...

People often ask me how I manage to homeschool and run a home business as a single mom. One of the most important factors is that I have taught my sons how to run the household. In this episode, I'll talk about how to train your children to be independent and responsible, how to take initiative, and how to serve others cheerfully. These four things will prepare your children well for adulthood and contribute greatly to building a balanced life for your whole family now. These sample chore...

For Kids! What Happened To The Dinosaurs? Episode 7 To understand a bit about what happened to the Dinosaurs, it is best to begin in Genesis. Understanding how man sinned shows us that the Garden of Eden a haven for Adam and Eve and all the animals became a world far from perfection. Then along came Noah! He was a righteous man and he saved the animals at the time of The Flood. While some think the flood was only in specific areas of the world, this is not true! You can find more...