Empowering Homeschool Conversations
Episodes
How to Put Your Child in Charge of Learning
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think you like your child to be more independent but you are unsure of how to get there? This conversation will walk you through 4 steps that a...
Optimize Experiential and Child-Directed Learning Opportunities
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for ways to stretch your family's learning boundaries, find new ways to challenge your children to think for themselves, or take advan...
3 Things that Boost At-Home Learning
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simple and effective ways to change your home teaching strategies that will help your unique learner are what we talked about this week on broadcast. ...
Purpose-Driven Homeschool Instruction
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have your student's struggles taken over the trajectory of your at-home learning to where you are more frustrated than motivated in helping your child...
Set Your Struggling Student Up for Learning Success
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering what you can do to help your struggling student learn better at home? In this episode we talked about things you can do to pre-plan ...
The Secret to Finding Calm in Homeschool Chaos
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does home educating your children seem to steal your joy and you aren't sure there is any way to homeschool without sacrificing calm and peace in your...
Back to Homeschool Q&A with Peggy Ployhar
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, retired homeschool mom of 19 years, your host at Empowering Homeschool Conversations, and ...
Celebrate Growth in Your Homeschool, Not Perfection
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Sonya Shafer. Sonya Shafer is a popular homeschool speaker and writer, speciali...
BONUS Episode Online Spanish Classes with Elizabeth Kouma
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the Online Spanish Classes with Elizabeth Kouma in this short bonus podcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations. in this bonus podcast ...
All In Homeschooling—Persevering to Finish Well
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling a struggling learner is hard, and it takes a lot of perseverance to stay the course, especially through the hard days when you feel like...
How One Homeschool Mom Transformed Education by Defying the Traditional Education Model
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Home educating during difficult life circumstances can feel lonely and impossible to navigate. We understand these challenges at SPED Homeschool, that...
Homeschool Overcomer: From Fear to Freedom
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Home educating during difficult life circumstances can feel lonely and impossible to navigate. We understand these challenges at SPED Homeschool, that...
Homeschooling When Grieving the Loss of a Child
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Home educating during difficult life circumstances can feel lonely and impossible to navigate. We understand these challenges at SPED Homeschool, that...
Homeschooling Wisdom for Empowering Autism Advocacy
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Home educating a child with life and learning challenges is difficult. We know that at SPED Homeschool, and that is why we focus one month of our broa...
Science Beyond the Textbook for Diverse Learners
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for ideas on how to modify, accommodate, simplify, or how to go about making science more hands-on in your at home learning environmen...
Don’t Throw Out the Books if Your Student Refuses to Read
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a student who resists reading, is interested in everything besides reading, or who you are trying to teach with a classical or Charlotte M...
Ways to Use Assistive Technology with Various Teaching Methodologies
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does your student need some extra supports for learning, but you are not sure if you can make assistive technology work with the curriculum or homesch...
Should I Get My Student an Official Diagnosis?
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering if you should get an official diagnosis for your homeschool student? Or maybe you just don't know if the testing is worth the invest...
Tap Communication Pathways of Nonverbal Children
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with figuring out how best to connect with, let alone teach, your nonverbal child? This conversation will give you insight and strateg...
Understanding the Nonverbal Child's Brain
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does teaching your nonverbal student continually have you looking for new resources because nothing seems to work or at least work for long? If so, do...
Options for Teaching Nonverbal Students
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are communication barriers, behavior, or other hurdles impeding your ability to teach your nonverbal student at home? Then this conversation is for yo...
Ways to Modify Instruction for Nonspeaking Students
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are homeschooling or considering homeschooling a child with an expressive language struggle, this conversation will give you the insight and st...
Financial College Planning Strategies
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you have long term or short term planning goals in saving and planning towards college for your student, you will learn lots of extremely help...
Student Transition Success Using Gap Years
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unsure if a gap year is a wise choice for your student? Or maybe you are looking for ways to maximize this experience for your teen or use it as a too...
College Admission Tips for Unique Learners
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your student interested in going to college, but you are unsure of how to help them navigate the process, especially as a diverse learner? Packed w...
How to Prepare the ID Child for Life after High School
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering how to go about preparing your student with an intellectual disability for life after high school? This conversation will help you t...
Critical Thinking Skills and Biblical Literacy for All Students
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to teach critical thinking from a biblical perspective, but not sure your student could understand and integrate the concepts? It is possi...
Tips for Creating At-Home Calm Down Spaces
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does your child have difficulty regulating their mood because their senses get overstimulated? A personalized calm down space at home may be just what...
Improve Social Skills in Teens and Young Adults
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the IRL Social Skills mentoring program in this bonus podcast interview between Peggy Ployhar, host of Empowering Homeschool Conversation/...
Scheduling Home Education with a Whole Child Focus
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does your at-home teaching focus on your child’s learning deficits? Or do you give into your child’s learning preferences or interests to reduce t...
At-Home Strategies for Developing Executive Functioning Skills
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lack of motivation, power struggles, sequencing of steps and so many other difficulties can result from executive functioning issues. If your child is...
Student Stress Management Strategies
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety, fear or failure, and many other factors cause student stress and put barriers up that hinder learning. Wondering how to help your student ove...
Conquering Homeschooling Obstacles
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Need some help to move beyond the homeschool overwhelm? Then this conversation will not only teach you how to do that, but encourage you on how to sta...
Immersive Summer College Experience for High School Students
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the Wheaton College Summer Institute (WCSI) in this bonus podcast interview between Peggy Ployhar, host of Empowering Homeschool Conversat...
Homeschool a Child with Hearing Loss
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering if it is possible to teach at home when your child has a hearing loss? Or are you homeschooling a student with hearing loss and need more st...
Godly Wisdom for Persevering Through Hard Homeschooling Seasons
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you going through a hard homeschooling, parenting, or personal health season? Need some wisdom and encouragement to keep the course? Then join us ...
Educational Benefits of Equine-Assisted Therapy
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your student resistant to therapy sessions? Have you ever considered hippotherapy, aka equine-assisted therapy, as an alternative? Learn more about...
Increase Cognitive Skills in Learners of all Ages and Abilities
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has your student's ability to learn stalled out or been limited by cognitive delays or impairments? Then you need to tune into this broadcast with Dr....
Transform ADHD and Sensory Issues with Movement
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Need some help and ideas on how best to homeschool your student with ADHD? Then this conversation is for you!Our special guest this week on Empowering...
Fix Intrinsic Motivation in Students
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your student unmotivated? Does your home school seem more like a battle zone than a space that cultivates learning? Then this conversation is for y...
Why Right Now Matters to the Long-term of Your Marriage (Introducing: Team Us)
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you enjoy listening to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, we've got another great show that you'll want to add to your playlist. Let us introduce...
Shift Teaching to Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does your student seem to have hit a learning roadblock that makes little sense or reach the potential you know they could achieve?Our special guest t...
Holistic Self-Care Practices for Parents
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to take care of yourself while caring for your children as well? In this conversation, you will learn some simple, holistic, and inexp...
Use Neurodevelopmental Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your student struggling to meet specific learning or life goals? Learn how the neurodevelopmental approach can provide working strategies for overc...
Nutrition 101 for Busy Homeschooling Parents
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Busy parent? Crazy homeschooling schedule? You can still fuel your journey that will make a positive impact on you and set a good example for your kid...
Maintain Healthy Boundaries as a Homeschool Parent
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is homeschooling or just all the roles you fill on a regular basis consuming your life? Then this conversation is to help you with that overwhelm. Our...
Become a Better Homeschooler by Cultivating Your Spiritual Creativity
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your spiritual life feeling dull? Awaken your spiritual life through your God-given creativity to not only enhance your own life, but your homescho...
How to Incorporate History and Current Events into Holiday Celebrations
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't just want to teach your children watered-down truth about holiday traditions or current events happening this holiday season? Listen in to hear ...
Create All-In-One Unit Studies with Only Holiday-Themed Books
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cheryl Swope, M.Ed., homeschool mom, curriculum creator, author, speaker and co...
Advent Unit Study Ideas for Your Homeschool this Holiday Season
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kerry Beck, homeschool mom and blogger at How to Homeschool My Child. Kerry sha...
Holiday Unit Study Ideas from Three Seasoned Homeschool Moms
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Dachelle McVey, Vicki Bentley & Meredith Curtis. Dachelle is also the owner o...
Creating a Holiday Unit Study Using Your Family Traditions
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Melissa Brander, homeschool mom and consultant at Pocket Homeschool. Melissa sh...
Launch Your Homeschool into the Metaverse
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations will be Kathleen Ouellette, M.Ed., veteran homeschool mom, and Victory XR Homeschoo...
Digital Ways to Showcase Your Homeschooler's Learning
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Nichelle Nelson, veteran homeschool mom, Air Force brat/wife,/mom, and virtual ...
Increase Student Learning and Motivation with Technology
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Rebecca Rolland, EdD, mom of two, writer, speech pathologist, and education lec...
Simple Homeschool Assistive Technology Integration Ideas
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Julie Rose CDE & Dr. Alysa, from Iconix Learning. Julie and Dr. Alysa shared ...
How Learning Readiness Can Launch Student Success
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Carrie Strong, Homeschool mom, author, and blogger at https://www.strongroots.f...
Early Education Homeschool 101
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Julia Nalle, BiblioPlan's curriculum designer & co-author. Julia shared with us...
Preschool Special Needs Homeschooling Advantages
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Leilani Melendez, homeschool mom and YouTuber at Living with Eve.Leilani shared...
Increase Learning by Understanding the Hierarchy of Learning
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Lori & MacKenzie Harris, clinic director and curriculum developer from Iconix...
Effective IEP Goal Tracking and Gaming Strategies
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Earl Patterson, Founder at Alpha Earl Apps. Earl shared with us about "Effectiv...
LIVE from SPED Homeschool Family Retreat
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this very special episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, a variety of special guests LIVE from our first family retreat being held in part...
Homeschool Special Education FAQs with Answers (and Resources)
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, Peggy Ployhar goes over the most frequently asked questions sent into...
Brain Training Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Carol Brown, educational strategist and owner of Equipping Minds. Dr. Carol...
Homeschool Teacher Prep for the Special Needs Child
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week was Stephanie Buckwalter, homeschool mom, author, consultant, & curriculum developer. Stephanie shared with us about "Teac...
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Your Student Doesn't Respond to Typical Teaching Methods
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Rebecka Spencer, certified teacher, administrator, speaker, writer & MOM of...
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Your learning Experience Doesn't Match Your Student's
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kathleen Cotter Clayton, vice president of RightStart Math and mother of 5. Kat...
Finding My Inner Teacher When My Child Struggles
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests on this special episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was a parent panel who have navigated the trenches of teaching strug...
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Homeschool Life Sends You Curveballs
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Shari McMinn, homeschool mom, author, speaker, editor, and manager at Christian...
Homeschooling Out and About
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Phyllis Lerro from HomeLife Academy and Trudy Abel from the Homeschool CARE F...
How to Homeschool on the Beach
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Beth McCarter, Mom, world-schooler, trained teacher, and homeschool graduate. B...
Customizing Your Homeschool Curriculum
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peggy Ployhar, Founder and CEO of SPED Homeschool, speaks to one of the most frequently asked questions she has received over the past 17 years: "What...
How to Homeschool Using Gamification
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Travis Lish, CEO of The Startup Academy. Travis shared with us about "How to Ho...
The Power of Prayer to Improve Mental Health
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Susan Burritt, author of SOS God!. Susan shared with us about "The P...
When Your Student Struggles with Depression or Anxiety
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Mary A. Travis, PhD, psychologist specializing in teen anxiety and depression. ...
Using Creativity and Self-Expression to Improve a Student's Mental Health
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jennifer Richman, Occupational Therapist and homeschool mom. Jennifer shared wi...
Helping Children Find Healing and Wholeness After Trauma
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Candice Dugger, anti-bullying expert, speaker, author, and homeschool mom. Cand...
Boosting Self-Confidence in Students Who've Been Bullied
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dave Carl, author, bullying and disability advocate, and teaching assistant. Da...
Improving Communication Through On-the-Go Storytelling
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Amanda Duncan MA RCA, Director/ Founder of Scribeasy. Amanda shared with us abo...
Using Apps to Homeschool Special Ed on the Move
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Seçil Karadağ, Content Creator at Otsimo.com. Secil shared with us about "Usi...
Activity-Based Learning In High School
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jonathan Brush, President and CEO of Unbound. Jonathan shared with us about "Ac...
Using Activities to Determine Therapy Goals
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kate Ponce, Homeschool mom & Occupational Therapist. Kate shared with us about ...
Everyday Activities to Increase Phonological Awareness
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Timothy Winey, education expert and creator of SPELLCODE. Timothy sh...
Improving Reading Comprehension with Books You Already Own
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Kimberlynn Lavelle, education specialist, education consultant, and ...
Dollar Tree OT: Occupational therapy at ideas on a budget
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Polly Benson, Occupational Therapist and Creator of the Legi-Liner. ...
Homeschooling Using Library Resources
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Melissa Brander, Homeschool mom and consultant at Pocket Homeschool....
Neurodevelopmental Strategies that Improve Student Success
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join SPED Homeschool for our weekly live broadcast, Empowering Homeschool Conversations! Our special guest this week was Dr. Jan Bedell, President of ...
Home Educating Children with Chronic Illnesses
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Valerie Bazylewicz, MD, ND, medical professional & special needs homeschooling ...
Homeschooling a Student with Diabetes
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stacey Wolking, Homeschool mom and HSLDA Educational Consultant. Stacey shared ...
Home Educating a Student with an Intellectual Disability
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephanie Buckwalter, Homeschool mom, author, consultant, & curriculum develope...
Homeschooling Amidst Medical Issues
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Terrie McKee, homeschool mom, blogger, speaker & content creator. Terrie shared...
Homeschool Choice: Freedom and Flexibility in Homeschool Scheduling
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on empowering Homeschool Conversations was Alona Cortes, homeschool mom, certified teacher, and online educator. Alona sha...
School Choice is Your Parental Right
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Rebecka Spencer, certified teacher, administrator, speaker, writer & MOM of...
Cultivating Citizenship Skills Through History Lessons
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dan Lewer, history teacher, author, and content creator. Dan shared with us abo...
School Choice Options for Homeschooling
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Heather Walton, homeschooling mom, educational consultant, tutor, and speaker. ...
How Creativity Creates a Learning Oasis
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were David Zisson & Nolan DeMott, Instructors at Creator Kidz. David & Nolan sha...
How Families Use Public Fundingfor Struggling Learners
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were a homeschool parent panel including Cynthia Erickson, Neches Phelps, & Maria ...
Pros and Cons of Using Public Funding Programs to Homeschool
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was TJ Schmidt, HSLDA Staff Attorney. TJ shared with us about "Pros and Cons of Usi...
Scholarship Funding Programs for Homeschool Families
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Kim Coleman (UT), and Barbara Beasley(FL). These panelists who represent spec...
Pacing Homeschooling for Your Child & Business
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jen Myers, Homeschool mom & business coach for entrepreneurs that homeschool. J...