Homeschool Made Simple

In the second part of Carole’s conversation with Rylee and Ben Applebee, they share how this method has captured the children’s heart as they have developed a love of books. Their routines are a necessity for this family of 11 children and reading nightly has really bonded them together over the characters in the books that Ben reads. They touch on the value of motherhood and how best to foster a Godly mindset that comes with it. Join us!

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Yes! You really can homeschool your 11 children!

Carole sits down with Rylee and Ben Applebee to unpack how they do this with their growing family.

They talk about adoption, how they started to homeschool "the Carole Way," how they manage with such a span of ages, and how both parents participate in their children’s education.

This is a fun episode! Be sure to listen to Part 2 next week.

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In this replay episode, Carole and her son, J. J. discuss social media exposure for children amidst the digital age, drawing thoughts from Andy Crouch's "The Tech Wise Family." He recommends several books for parents to read and some as a family to develop your children’s discernment and your teen's Christian ethics about today’s culture.

Parental discretion is advised in this replay episode as we discuss gender identity.

We want our kids to be a peaceful presence, proclaiming the gospel with their lives despite growing up in this divided age. They need to be confident enough in their own hearts, and settled in their convictions.

J. J. Seid sits down with Carole Joy Seid to talk about important books that will help us, as parents, disciple our children. Whether concerning faith questions or cultural pressures, we can prepare them to give an answer to the hope they have!

Lots of rich books are discussed in this episode to help you navigate discipleship with your children.

In this replay episode, we will be covering gender and transgender issues. Listener discretion is advised.

As LGBTQ+ advocacy groups push for full inclusion and affirmation, how do we best care for youth and teenagers who find themselves confused in the midst of these times?

Student Pastor in Wheaton, IL, Will Chester shares his expertise on gender dysphoria and navigating these issues with teenagers. We hope this episode equips you to tackle these tough conversations with your family.

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+Books mentioned: When Harry Became Sally: Responding to the Transgender Moment by Ryan T. Anderson, Irreversible Damage by Abigail Schrier, Embodied by Preston Sprinkle