Zan Tyler Podcast: Thriving in Your Homeschool

Roger & Jan Smith | Strong Relationships: The Foundation of a Healthy Marriage, Family, and Homeschool Part 1 | Ep. 047

In this lively conversation, Zan is joined by her husband Joe and their good friends Roger and Jan Smith. You’ll enjoy hearing relatable stories of the early years of marriage and parenting—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Listen and be encouraged as the Tylers and Smiths share thoughts on developing strong relationships with your children, how to remain friends with your spouse throughout your marriage, and how to enjoy life as a homeschool family. SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/047-roger-jan-smithPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANAsk Zan a question or share your thoughts on this episodezantyler.com/connectRoger & Jan Smith | Strong Relationships: The Foundation of a Healthy Marriage, Family, and Homeschool Part 1 | Ep. 047

Natalie Mack | Insights from a Military Homeschool Mom That Apply to Us All | Ep. 046

This weeks' guest, Natalie Mack, is a military spouse and the homeschooling mom of five amazing children. She is also the Director of HSLDA’s Military Outreach. Natalie has her masters degree in education, is an expert in homeschooling high school, and has valuable encouragement and information to share with homeschooling families in all stages of life. Zan and Natalie discuss powerful principles of homeschooling that offer military families stability, community, and academic excellence in the midst of constant moves and unique pressures.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/046-natalie-mackPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANAsk Zan a question or share your thoughts on this episodezantyler.com/connectNatalie Mack | Insights from a Military Homeschool Mom That Apply to Us All | Ep. 046

Alex Newman | The Spiritual Crisis in Education and the Hope of Homeschooling Pt.2 | Ep. 045

In part two of this thought-provoking conversation, Zan and Alex Newman delve into the literacy crisis in America. Teaching children to read using phonics has been abandoned by many schools, with often catastrophic consequences. Zan and Alex also touch on the sobering issue of teen suicide and depression in our culture, as well as some of the causes. In contrast to the current spiritual crisis in education, Zan and Alex close by sharing the hope we have in Christ, the benefits of homeschooling, and the importance of faith in education, family life, and freedom.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/045-alex-newmanPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANAsk Zan a question or share your thoughts on this episodezantyler.com/connectAlex Newman | The Spiritual Crisis in Education and the Hope of Homeschooling Pt.2 | Ep. 045

Alex Newman | The Spiritual Crisis in Education and the Hope of Homeschooling | Ep. 044

Alex Newman joins Zan for this compelling conversation as they discuss the spiritual crisis in education and the hope of homeschooling. Our Christian heritage as a nation includes Founding Fathers like Noah Webster, who wrote curriculum on all subjects from a biblical basis. That heritage was eroded by men like Robert Owen, Horace Mann, and John Dewey, who believed government-run schools should be secular in nature. Tune in to this episode for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of prioritizing faith in education. SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/044-alex-newmanPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANAsk Zan a question or share your thoughts on this episodezantyler.com/connectAlex Newman | The Spiritual Crisis in Education and the Hope of Homeschooling | Ep. 044

Heidi St. John | Homeschooling: The Answer to Today’s Education Crisis | Ep. 043

Heidi St. John shares how she journeyed from being a never-homeschooler to a passionate homeschool advocate. Homeschooling is a love-your-kids movement. It’s about thriving family relationships. Homeschooling gives parents back the gift of time with their kids. In the face of the education crisis and the broken system found all across our nation today, Zan and Heidi discuss how Christian homeschooling is a life-giving ark where families can flourish spiritually and relationally, while their kids prosper and grow academically. SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/043-heidi-stjohnPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/connectHeidi St. John | Homeschooling: The Answer to Today's Education Crisis | Ep. 043

Abbie Knott | BJU Press Homeschool Can Save Your Sanity | Ep. 042

Abbie Knott, a second generation homeschool mom of four, joins Zan for an encouraging conversation about the benefits of using BJU Press Homeschool video courses, which are beautifully produced and easy to use. They also leave plenty of room in your schedule to incorporate field trips, hands-on-activities, camping, and real-life experiences into your homeschool days. Zan and Abbie discuss creative ways to teach your kids to become entrepreneurs, as well as the importance of doing things together as a family. You’ll discover ways to make life easier when your spouse is traveling for work and you’re home alone with the kids.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/042-abbie-knottPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/connectAbbie Knott | BJU Press Homeschool Can Save Your Sanity | Ep. 042

Nancy Manos | When Homeschooling Is Hard - Part 2 | Ep. 041

In part 2 of “When Homeschooling Is Hard,” Nancy and Zan emphasize the importance of vision—remember that your children are a gift from God and it is a privilege to raise them for His glory. The beauty of homeschooling is the flexibility it allows and the togetherness it promotes—whether it is working in the kitchen together, doing volunteer work together, or playing and studying together. Letting your children have time to create, explore, build, imagine, and play outdoors all contribute to academic success. Persevere and remember that God is faithful! He fills in the gaps, blesses our work, opens doors for our children, and constantly cares for us.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/041-hard-homeschool-daysFREE EBOOKWhen You're Having a Hard Homeschool Dayzantyler.com/resourcesPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/connectNancy Manos | When Homeschooling Is Hard - Part 2 | Ep. 041

Nancy Manos | When Homeschooling Is Hard - Part 1 | Episode 040

If you’re like us, you’ve inevitably had some hard homeschool days. So what do you do when those hard days, weeks, or seasons interrupt your homeschool routine? Zan and Nancy share from the heart in this uplifting, two-part conversation. You’ll enjoy hearing examples of things that helped each of them in their own homeschool journeys. And you’ll come away refreshed and encouraged with strategies, inspiration, and practical ideas to help you through those hard homeschool days.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/040-hard-homeschool-daysFREE EBOOKWhen You're Having a Hard Homeschool Dayzantyler.com/resourcesPODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/connectNancy Manos | When Homeschooling Is Hard - Part 1 | Episode 040

Jim Mason | How a Christmas Tree Stacker Became a Homeschool Advocate and Defender - Part 2 | Episode 039

In part 2 of this fascinating conversation with HSLDA President Jim Mason, Zan and Jim explore the way Covid changed the homeschool landscape, drawing many families into this remarkable model of education and creating a number of new opportunities. You’ll be inspired as Jim and Zan discuss several legal cases, the ongoing fight to defend homeschool freedom, and HSLDA's dedication to supporting statewide organizations in their quest to fight for freedom and support homeschooling parents.SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/039-jim-mason PODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/podcastJim Mason | How a Christmas Tree Stacker Became a Homeschool Advocate and Defender - Part 2 | Episode 039

Jim Mason | How a Christmas Tree Stacker Became a Homeschool Advocate and Defender - Part 1| Episode 038

You’ll enjoy getting to know Jim Mason, President of HSLDA, in this two-part discussion with Zan. Jim joined HSLDA in 2001 to lead the litigation team after taking a fascinating and circuitous journey to becoming an attorney … from going to college to serving as an officer in the Navy, from stacking Christmas trees to working in construction while he and his wife Debbie started their family. The Masons homeschooled their seven children through high school. SHOW NOTESzantyler.com/podcast/038-jim-mason PODCAST SPONSORSpecial Thanks to BJU Press Homeschoolbjupresshomeschool.com CONNECT WITH ZANzantyler.com/podcastJim Mason | How a Christmas Tree Stacker Became a Homeschool Advocate and Defender | Episode 038