
The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast
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Ep 68Episode 69 - Mid-Year Homeschooling Review
We are glad you joined us for another episode of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Enjoy the Christmas season, and again we encourage you to take it a bit easier during the season and enjoy being with your kids. Also if you want a great gift for your husband, go to the smiling homeschooler website and look for the daily calendar. It will encourage your husband in many ways during the coming year. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 67Episode 68 - Working and Homeschooling - Interview with Anjuli Watanabe
Thank you for listening to Episode 68 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! If you were encouraged by Anujuli had to say or would like to connect with other Califonia homeschoolers, we would encourage you to check out their working homeschool mom's facebook group, and visit www.cheaofca.org. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 66Episode 67 - Encouraging Your Child's Dreams - Interview With Sam Wilson
Thanks for listening to Episode 67 of the smiling homeschooler podcast! We hope you liked hearing from Sam! Again if you have a question for him or would like to see his work go to https://samwilsonanimator.com/ We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 65It's Beginning to Feel a lot like Thanksgiving!
Thanks, everyone for joining us for another episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast. We hope this episode was a great reminder to enjoy the time you have with your kids and to enjoy this Thanksgiving! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 64Episode 65 - The More the Merrier - Interview With a Dad Who Has 13 Kids
We hope you enjoyed this unique episode of the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. We will be back to normal next week. We hope what Pat had to say was encouraging to you! Also if you are interested in any of the products that my dad mentioned, go to thesmilinghomeschooler.com to check them out. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 63Episode 64 - Don't Be in Such a Hurry
Thank's for joining us for this week's episode, hopefully, it was encouraging and helped take some of the pressure you may feel, off your shoulders and will help you better enjoy the time you have with your kids. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 62Episode 63 - No Guilt Homeschooling
Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! We hope this topic was encouraging and helped take the guilt away from you if you struggle with any of the types we talked about today. If you have a question or comment you would like to ask us or have us talk about on the show you can email us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 60Episode 62 - How to Have the Perfect Family Vacation
Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of the Smiling Homeschooler podcast! We hope some of these tips help and embrace the hard since that often leads to the best memories. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 61Episode 61 - Dealing With The Difficult Teen
Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! Hopefully, this encouraged you that your kids will value what you are doing even if you don't feel it now! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week of homeschooling and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 59Episode 60 - When To Take a Break From School
Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! Hopefully, you were encouraged to take time off of school and not feel guilty about it! Don't believe the lie that you aren't doing a good enough job, and focus on the relationship! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 58Episode 59 - Interview With Zan Tyler - Homeschooling Advocate and Pioneer
Thank's for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! If you would like to contact Zan or would like to hear more from her, you should visit her website over at zanetyler.com. Homeschooling can be tough, but it is good, and you can do it and are best for your kids. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com.

Ep 57Episode 58 - Why I Pulled My Kids Out of Public School
Thank's for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! We hope that what Alisa had to say will encourage you to believe that you are the best teacher for your kids and that homeschooling is a great decision. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 56Episode 57 - When Getting Stuff Done Becomes an Excuse
Thank's for joining us for this week's episode of the smiling homeschooler podcast! If you have a question or a word of encouragement, we would love if you would send us a Facebook message! We can either answer your question on the show or privately. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 55Episode 56 - How to Be Pro-Homeschooling Without Offending All of Your Non-Homeschooling Friends
Thanks, everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. We hope the topic for today's show helped and if you have a suggestion or comment, I would encourage you to message us on Facebook or email us at [email protected]. If you enjoy the podcast, we love if you would share it with a friend! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 54Episode 55 - Are You Smart Enough to Homeschool?
Thanks, everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. We want to thank everyone who leaves awesome comments and sends us great messages, they are encouraging to us, and we love hearing from you! We hope you found what we talked about today, encouraging! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Here is the link to the website of Doctor Brian Ray, if you would like to see the research on homeschooling! This is the link for the song that Ike and Carolyn had commissioned for their wedding! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BecTZFwlA5E Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 53Episode 54 - Four Day Until the Wedding
Thanks, everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. If you are have started school already or are starting soon, we would love if you would send us a message letting us know how your first week goes! We love hearing from you, and we like seeing real homeschooling moments! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 52Episode 53 - The Dos and Don'ts of the First Week of School
extr0 Thanks everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. Hopefully these dos and don'ts will encourage you and help make this year the best school year yet! If you have a comment or question feel free to message us on Facebook! Also, I've said this before, but if you could leave us a review on whichever podcast platform you listen on, we would greatly appreciate it. We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler podcast. They make math fun, and you can check out a free trial over at their website, teachingtextbooks.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 51Episode 52 - 1 Year Anniversary with Debbie Wilson
Thanks, everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! I know you enjoyed hearing from my mom since she always has some great answers. If you have a question for her you can always message us on Facebook and we will make sure she sees your message. We would encourage you to go check out our sponsor teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and you can check out their free trial over at their website. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 50Episode 51 - What Age You Should You Start Homeschooling Your Kids?
Thanks, everyone for joining us for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcat! This episode was a lot of fun, and we had some great questions, from you all! If you have a question or comment you would like us to address, you can message us on Facebook or email us at [email protected] We would encourage you to go check out our sponsor teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and you can check out their free trial over at their website. Have a wonderful week, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 49Episode 50 - The Pitfalls of to Much Control
Thanks for listening! Enjoy your summer, and stick at it even if it is hard! Because kids, homeschooling, and family are hard! if you have a question or comment you would like answered on the show you can either email us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook! We would encourage you to go check out teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and you can view a sample lesson and try their free trial on their website. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 48Episode 49 - Impractical Things You Should Do This Summer
Thanks for listening! Hopefully, you are enjoying the summer, and taking the time to relax, and do fun things with your kids! Try not to even think about school yet, if at all possible! Also, try to stop the ice cream truck this week if you have one around you. If you need some more summer bucket list ideas, go to the smilinghomeschooler.com for a great list of suggestions. We would encourage you to go check out teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and you can view a sample lesson and try a free trial. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 47Episode 48 - Fun at the Fair
Thanks for listening! We hope we got you craving a day at the fair! Enjoy your summer, and try not to think about school for a while! Spend time with your kids and keep doing that summer bucket list. We would also appreciate if you would leave a quick review on iTunes if you enjoy the show! We encourage you to go check out teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and see a sample lesson and try the free trial. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 46Episode 47 - Interview With the Founder of Teaching Textbooks, Greg Sabouri
Thanks for listening! I hope what Greg had to say was encouraging to you, and helped take some of the stress of teaching high school, away! We really do encourage you to go check out teaching textbooks over at their website teachingtextbooks.com. They have affordable pricing, and you can check out their free trial. If you would like more weekly encouragement, signup for our weekly email over at thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 45Episode 46 - Big Kid Problems
Thanks for listening to this week's show! We are talking about big kid problems this week, which includes finding a spouse! If you would like more weekly encouragement, subscribe to our weekly email over at thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! You can check out a free trial over at teachingtextbooks.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 44Episode 45 - Why We Homeschool & Kids Day
Thanks for listening! Continue enjoying your summer, and again we challenge you to make that summer bucket list and make those memories. If you have a comment or question you can email us at [email protected] We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 43Episode 44 - Books With Ben
Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Thanks for listening to this week's episode. Ben has a bunch of book recommendations, and talks about helping your child to learn to love reading! Remember let your kids be bored! Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's show. You can check out a sample lesson or their free trial over at teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 42Episode 43 - Dealing With High Achievers
Thanks for listening to this weeks episode! We talk about dealing with the "high achievers" in your life, and about being real on social media. We hope this episode is encouraging to you! If you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate if you would leave us a quick review on iTunes! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this weeks episode. You can check out a sample lesson, or a try a free trial at www.teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great weekend, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 41Episode 41 - The Smiling Homeschooler's Guide to Summer Fun
Thanks for listening to this week's show! Here is our guide to summer fun! If you would like to view the checklist that Todd talked about, click Here. We would also encourage you to signup for our weekly email over at thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's podcast! Check out a free trial and sample lesson over at teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 40Episode 40 - Listener Questions and Comments with Rissa and Ben
This week Rissa and Ben Wilson answer listener questions. We talk about the transition from school to life, and about when to finish for the year. If you would like to send us a comment or a question you can email us at [email protected]. Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's show! You can try out a free trial over at Teachingtextbooks.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 39Episode 39 - The Light at the End of the Tunnel
Thanks for listening! We hope we encouraged you not to worry too much about finishing every page in the curriculum, and to take a summer break, beginning soon! If you want to get your husband an awesome fathers day gift keep an eye on the familymanweb.com store for some awesome t-shirts. We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 38Episode 38 - Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Week
Thanks for listening! This is homeschool Teacher Appreciation Week, so thank you, moms, for all that you do! We hope you find this podcast encouraging. If you ever have a question or comment for either of us, you can email us at ben or todd @thesmilinghomeschooler.com. We also want to thank our good friends at Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the podcast! You can check out their free trial over at www.teachingtextbooks.com Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 37Episode 37- Video Games From a Father and Son perspective - Part 2
Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoy part 2 of our mini-series about Video games and technology! If you have any follow up questions or comments you can email us at [email protected]. Or you can message us on Facebook. We would appreciate if you would leave us a quick review on the podcast platform that you use! Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's show! Thanks for listening, and as always....keep smiling!

Ep 36Episode 36 - Video Games, From a Father and Son Perspective
Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Thanks for listening to Part 1 of our 2 part series talking about video games! We hope this is helpful and informative. If you have a question you would like us to answer on next week's show, you can either message us on Facebook or email us at [email protected]. Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! You can check out a free trial over at teachingtextbooks.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 35Episode 35 - A Smorgasbord of Smiles!
Thanks for listening! Although it was a bit less focused them some of our episodes, we hope you found it encouraging. If you have a question or you have a topic you would like us to cover, feel free to message us on Facebook. We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com For more encouragement, visit our website www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 34Episode 34 - Interview With Cindy LaJoy - Blue Collar Homeschool
Thanks for listening to this awesome episode of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We interview Cindy LaJoy with Blue Collar Homeschool. What she has to say is freeing, and encouraging. We hope you enjoy this episode and check out more from Cindy over in her Blue Collar Homeschool Facebook group. If you would ever like to reach out to Todd or Ben you can message us through Facebook, or email us at [email protected]. Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. Check out a free trial over at www.teachingtextbooks.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 33Episode 33 - Fears Homeschooling Moms Face
Thanks for listening to Episode 33 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! If you would like to check out more of what we do you can visit our website www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thanks to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's episode. If you would like to check out their free trial you can visit their website at www.teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 32Episode 32 - Travel and Homeschooling
Thanks for listening to this week's show! We talk about traveling and homeschooling while doing it! If you are attending the Nashville homeschooling convention coming up you could win a free audio CD of your choice! Just come up to the Familyman Ministries booth and say "I'm a smiling homeschooler" if you are the first you'll win that CD! If you enjoy our show we would appreciate if you would leave us a quick review as well! Thanks to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast.

Ep 31Episode 31 - Preparing Kids for Marriage - With Debbie Wilson
Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoyed hearing from Debbie Wilson this week, as we talk about preparing kids for marriage. If ever have questions or comments you can email us at [email protected]. We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com. Keep enjoying the opportunities homeschooling allows you to have with your children, time moves fast! And as always...keep smiling!

Ep 30Episode 30 - Homeschooling With Young Children - With Jamie Erickson
Thanks for joining us this week for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. Jamie Erickson has a ton of encouragement and tips for homeschooling with younger kids. We are sure it will help you smile more while homeschooling. If you would like to check out more from her you can visit her website at www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com. Plus visit our website to sign up for our weekly email and check out our blog! You can find these at www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com.

Ep 29Episode 29 - Homeschool Convention Edition
Thanks for listening! Hopefully, all of our talking about homeschooling conventions will encourage you to attend one this year! We also want to thank Teach Them Diligently for giving us a free family pass to give away during the live show. Thanks to our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com If you would like to see Todd's speaking schedule you can visit www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com.

Ep 28Episode 28 - Interview With Homeschooling Mom of 12, Cheryl Plourde
Thanks for listening! Our goal as always was for this show to be encouraging to you. We think Cheryl had a lot of encouragement to share. If you would like to reach out to her you can email her [email protected]. We would also encourage you to share this episode with your fellow homeschooling friend.Thanks to our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out their affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com Have a wonderful week and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 27Episode 27 - Interview with special needs expert, Dianne Craft
This week we are super excited to have Dianne Craft with us on the show! her goal is to take the stress away from teaching "Special-needs" Children. Thank you to teaching textbooks for sponsoring this week's podcast! You can find more from Dianne at www.diannecraft.org

Ep 26Episode 26 - Valentine's Day Episode With Rissa Wilson
This week Ben and Rissa talk about their new son, valentine's day, and making your spouse a priority. We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler podcast. You can email us at todd or ben @thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 25Episode 25 - Love Boat Edition with Heidi St. John
his show is going to be a lot of fun as we talk to Mom Strong author and speaker, Heidi St. John about a REFRESH Cruise we'll be doing together on January 4-12, 2020...AND YOU'RE INVITED!!! Join us now for a high seas adventure! To take advantage of the discounted rate of ONLY $544 per person, you’ll need to make your reservations by March 27th and mention the FPEA block number 6GHW24 . Call Carnival Cruise soon at 1-800-764-7419. If you would like to see more from Heidi you can visit her websites at momstronginternational.com or heidistjohn.com. You can also email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening, and as always....keep smiling!

Ep 24Episode 24 - Interview With Tina Farewell
This week is a great episode! We interview homeschooling veteran Tina Farewell! We know it will be encouraging. If you would like to get in touch with us you can email us at [email protected]. Thank you for listening, and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 23Episode 23 - Life Directed Homeschooling
Thanks for listening to Episode 23 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We talk about finishing the tub renovation, upcoming baby, homeschooling while moving, and what to do if your kids don't want to do school. If you have any questions or comments you can email them to [email protected]. Thanks for listening and as always...keep smiling!

Ep 22Episode 22 - Interview With Jan Smith, Homeschooling Veteran and Leader
Welcome to the smiling homeschooler Podcast. We are super excited for you to listen to this weeks episode! Jan Smith joined us, who is a homeschooling veteran and leader, and what she has to say is incredibly encouraging. This episode is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks an award-winning Math program for Homeschoolers that is sure to make you and your children smile. If you would like to get in touch with any of us you can email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Ep 21Episode 21 - Back to School - Winter Kickoff...Smiling All the Way!
Welcome to the smiling homeschooler Podcast! We are back from our two week Christmas, New Year, and sickness break and ready to talk about getting back into school and how to smile while doing it! We also give some encouraging homeschool related New Year resolutions. This first show of 2019 is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks an award-winning Math program for Homeschoolers that is sure to make you and your children smile. So let's get started...here's my dad Todd Wilson.
Ep 20Episode 20 - The Christmas Episode with Ben and Rissa
This week it is just my wife Rissa and I (Ben) holding down the fort! We talk about our favorite Christmas movies, Christmas memories, babies and taking breaks from homeschooling! We hope it is encouraging! If you enjoy the podcast, we would ask that you share it with a friend! Have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year!
Ep 19Episode 19 - Books for Your Children, An Interview With Chuck Black & Katherine Wilson
Thanks for listening to this week's podcast! We had an amazing interview with Chuck Black and Katherine Wilson. We talk about how to interest your child in reading, and a bunch of amazing book recommendations. If you would like to check out any of Chuck's books, visit http://kingdomseries.com/. To find information or purchase Katherine's books go to thesmilinghomeschooler.com/store. If you have questions or comments, you can email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling!