Episodes

Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Episode 105 - How to Foster the Hate of Learning
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
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!

Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Episode 104 - What Matters Most - With Rachael Carman and Jan Smith
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
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!

Wednesday Aug 05, 2020
Episode 103 - What To Do When You've Had a Rough School Year.
Wednesday Aug 05, 2020
Wednesday Aug 05, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
Episode 102 - Simple Advice For New Homeschoolers
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
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 rvmomof8@gmail.com.
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

Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
Episode 101 - Homeschool Confessions
Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Episode 100 - 100th Episode Q&A With the Wilson Family
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Episode 99 - What To Do When You're Feeling Defeated
Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jul 01, 2020
Episode 98 - Fun With Your Family
Wednesday Jul 01, 2020
Wednesday Jul 01, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Episode 97 - Oh, The Places You'll Go!
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
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!

Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Episode 96 - Who Cares About History - With Debbie Wilson
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
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!

