What makes someone trade a steady career in government for the unknown world of homeschooling? Cheryl Daley, host of the Home School How To podcast, shares her remarkable journey from career woman to homeschool advocate.

Hear how 2020 changed her perspective, the challenges she faced navigating speech delays and masking mandates, and how her determination to find a better path for her family led to starting her own podcast. Cheryl opens up about her fears, her triumphs, and why she believes in the power of homeschooling.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation filled with practical advice and relatable stories for anyone curious about homeschooling!

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It's  2025, how we teach and learn is getting a major shakeup—and parents who understand these changes now will help their kids soar later. In my latest podcast episode, I break down the must-know trends and how you can get ahead of the curve.

Here’s what’s inside:

• The rise of autodidacts (self-directed learners): Fostering your child’s natural curiosity.
• SEL (Social Emotional Learning): Why emotional intelligence is the new superpower.
• College trends: Closures, new testing requirements, and costs you need to know.
• Career-tech & AI-driven personalized learning: The future of skills-based education.

Whether your child’s in preschool or headed to college, these shifts affect them. Get the full scoop on how to equip them for an ever-changing world.

Ever wonder how faith and neuroscience come together to shape our mental health and learning? On this episode of It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool, Lisa chats with Dr. Timothy Jennings, a board-certified neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author of The God-Shaped Brain and The God-Shaped Heart. Dr. Jennings shares how understanding the brain’s design can build resilience, foster growth, and transform the way we think about education. Don’t miss this fascinating exploration into how faith and science intersect to enhance learning and life!

We’re continuing our exploration of the SAMR Model in this episode of It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool. Lisa Nehring focuses on redefinition, the transformative stage where technology enables entirely new types of learning experiences.

With the online education market surpassing $435 billion, understanding what separates a great program from a mediocre one is more crucial than ever. Lisa shares how to identify programs that move beyond basic tech integration to foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking—key skills for today’s learners.

Are You Preparing Your Teens for a Future That’s Already Here? Discover why traditional paths to success no longer work and how homeschooling parents like you are ahead of the curve in preparing kids for an unprecedented future.

Lisen now to learn actionable steps and grab your audio resource from 'It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool' to help your teens thrive in this rapidly changing world.

Episode Summary: In a world where technology, education, and the economy are evolving at lightning speed, traditional paths to success are quickly becoming outdated. From Elon Musk’s groundbreaking brain chip to the Carnegie Foundation questioning the very foundation of credit-based education, these changes demand a new approach to preparing our kids for the future.

In this episode, Lisa Nehring dives deep into the unprecedented challenges and opportunities facing today’s young adults—and how homeschooling parents are uniquely positioned to help their children thrive. Learn the skills your teens need to navigate a rapidly shifting world, including self-agency, integrated identity, and real-world competencies.

Whether you're just starting your homeschool journey or looking for new ways to equip your teens for success, this episode will leave you inspired and informed.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why traditional measures of success, like credits and degrees, are being re-evaluated.
• The top skills every young adult needs to thrive in today’s world:
  • Self-agency: Empowering teens to take control of their lives and decisions.
  • Integrated identity: Helping teens form a cohesive understanding of their values and beliefs.
  • Competencies: Building real-world skills that go beyond academics.
• How the rise of technology and AI is reshaping the job market and daily life.
• Practical tips for homeschooling parents to prepare their teens for a future of unprecedented change.

Resources Mentioned:

• Audio Resource: Ready to Launch
• It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool Blog
• Join Our Facebook Group for Homeschooling Support

Connect With Us:

• Website: It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool

• Twitter: @HomeschoolSimple

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Lisa Nehring picks up where she left off with the SAMR model, diving deeper into how it can transform online learning. She explains the key "Modication" and "Redefinition" stages, where technology moves beyond simple substitutions to create entirely new, dynamic learning experiences.

Discover how this model integrates creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking into education, helping parents and educators identify truly exceptional online programs. Lisa continues to guide homeschoolers and educators toward better, more innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

Tune in for part two of this game-changing series!

In today's episode, Lisa explores the SAMR Model, a game-changer for integrating technology in education. From simple digital substitutions to redefining learning experiences, the SAMR Model—developed by Dr. Ruben Puentedura—guides educators on transforming tech usage in ways that enhance student engagement. Lisa breaks down each step: substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition, showing how this framework leads to impactful learning. Whether you're an educator, homeschooler, or just curious about educational tech, this podcast will provide practical insights for innovative teaching.

Join Lisa Nehring on It's Not That Hard to Homeschool as she welcomes actress, author, and homeschool advocate Sam Sorbo. Known for her fierce stance against the traditional education system, Sam shares her mission to help parents reclaim their children’s education. In this episode, Sam talks about her new book, The Parents Guide to Homeschool, a transformative workbook designed to help parents rethink education, and how she began her homeschooling journey. Tune in to hear Sam’s insights, experiences, and advice for navigating homeschooling with joy and confidence.

Lisa Nehring takes a different approach as she shares her personal eight-month journey with the Carnivore Diet and how it unexpectedly connects to homeschooling. Lisa opens up about her health struggles, the surprising benefits of the carnivore lifestyle, and how it has transformed not only her body but also her mindset. She explains how trying something radically different has taught her valuable lessons that can be applied to education choices. Join Lisa as she dives into the parallels between diet and education, offering fresh insights to inspire your homeschooling journey!

In this episode of It’s Not That Hard to Homeschool, host Lisa welcomes Adam Roberts, co-founder of Scriptive, a company dedicated to fostering a passion for reading and writing in children. Adam discusses Scriptive’s mission and its first product, Write Stories, which uses beautiful illustrations to inspire kids to create their own stories. With a unique approach to education, Scriptive aims to reach homeschoolers and families by encouraging creativity and literacy in an increasingly technological world. Tune in to learn how Scriptive is helping children develop essential skills that will last a lifetime.

Visit Scriptive:

https://www.scriptive.us/