Unlock the secrets to building strong family connections during the preteen years! In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Kristi Clover sits down with bestselling author and veteran homeschool mom, Tricia Goyer, to discuss practical ways to nurture healthy friendships, create a faith-filled family culture, and make your home a welcoming place for your kids and their friends. From tips on intentional parenting to strategies for encouraging gratitude and family traditions, this conversation is packed with wisdom for Christian homeschool families navigating the preteen and teen years. Plus, learn how to handle socialization challenges and foster a positive environment where your children can thrive.

Recommended Resources:

⁠Faith That Sticks: 5Real-Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen, by Tricia Goyer and Leslie Nunnery⁠

⁠Homeschool Basics: Howto Get Started, Keep Motivated, and Bring Out the Best in Your Kids, by TriciaGoyer and Kristi Clover⁠

⁠M.O.M.--MasterOrganizer of Mayhem: Simple Solutions to Organize Chaos and Bring More Joy intoYour Home, by Kristi Clover⁠

⁠Books by Tricia Goyer⁠

⁠YWAM Missionary Stories(Christian Heroes, Then and Now Series)⁠

⁠TriciaGoyer.com⁠

⁠HomeschoolReset⁠

⁠SanitySavers for Moms Bootcamp⁠

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