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- Top 5 Blog Posts & Podcasts of 2018Throughout 2018, there were a number of blog posts and podcasts that readers and listeners found helpful.Some of them were published this year, and some are more popular now than they have been in the past.Here are the top five blog posts and podcasts for 2018.Top 5 Blog Posts of 2018* 7 Online Writing Classes for Homeschoolers* 10 Educational Shows for Homeschooling Tweens and Teens on Netflix* 5 Online Science Classes for Homeschoolers* A Lesson for Homeschooling Parents: These are the 10 Apps to Use!* Body Image and Instagram – InfographicTop 5 Podcasts of 2018* How to Become Fluent in a Foreign Language with Duolingo* Experience Astronomy with Luke Gilkerson* Connect Movie Review and Discussion with Michael Prince of Family Tech Blog* 7 YouTube Channels for Homeschoolers to Learn How to Fix Cars* 10 Ways to Use an Amazon Echo Dot for HomeschoolingConnect Socially!* Join the Facebook page* Follow on Twitter* Follow on Instagram* Follow on PinterestLeave a VoicemailYou can call 518-290-0228 to leave me a message or use SpeakPipe to record a message with your computer.Etc.Want to be notified of any upcoming news regarding the podcast or if I’m speaking in your area? Join my spam-free mailing list. You’ll receive quarterly updates and news about future projects and I’ll let you know if I’m speaking in your area at a homeschooling convention.The Wired Homeschool is a proud member of the Tech Podcast Network. For more family-friendly tech podcasts visit techpodcasts.comMusic for the podcast by Kevin Macleod.Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. In some cases, I may have been given a free sample of a product to review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement30 min
- How to Include STEM in Your Homeschooling Every DayLooking for practical ways to teach your kids STEM topics? Today I share some suggestions for teaching your kids about STEM topics through everyday things like visiting the gas pump or watching sports.Briefly, the three examples I give in this podcast are:* At the gas pump – How is fuel made?* Watching sports – How does a pitcher throw a curveball?* In your house – Calculate the volume of various objects.Listen to the episode to hear more.If you enjoyed this episode of The Wired Homeschool, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee.Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Music for the podcast is “RetroFuture Clean” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. In some cases, I may have been given a free sample of a product to review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement.18 min
- Getting Devices Ready for Giving with Michael Prince
Michael Prince from BecauseFamily joins me again to discuss safe digital parenting.
With the holidays just around the corner, you’ll want to make sure any gifts you’re giving to your kids are safe and ready to use when they’re unwrapped.
Michael and I talk about some of the things you’ll want to do before handing a pocket-computer over to your kids this Christmas.
ResourcesiOS 12’s Screen Time App Changes Everything!
The Best Way to Keep Your Kids Safe On Youtube
Circle With Disney Whole-House Device Management
Accountable2You – Accountability Software
Bark – Monitor Your Kid’s Online ActivityIf you found value in these ideas, maybe consider buying me a coffee? Even though new episodes aren’t actively being made, there are still costs for hosting and maintaining the website. You can also follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms.
And just so you know, some links you might see are “affiliate links,” meaning if you click and buy, I might get a commission. Sometimes I even get free samples to review, all disclosed transparently.
Music for the podcast is “RetroFuture Clean” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
30 min - Code Apprentice Online Curriculum and MentorshipToday I’m talking with Paul Drake. Paul is a homeschool alumnus, software designer, and founder/director of Code Apprentice, a program that provides high school students the skills and guidance they need to get a job in tech after graduation. Paul is also a committed Christian, a passionate sports fan (Go Cubs!) and a classical piano […]40 min
- Dave Stotts – Drive Thru History AdventuresDave Stotts has spent the last two decades in professional video and media production. His career in documentary production has taken him to nearly 30 countries to shoot and edit films on a wide variety of topics, including history, science, religion, homeland security, and Bible archaeology.44 min
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- Teaching With Film - Hannah Ruth Earl From The Moving Picture Institute - WHS 234Today I’m speaking with Hannah Ruth Earl of The Moving Picture Institute.Hannah works on MPI’s talent development programs, including recruiting and acquisitions for grants, internships, and masterclasses.She previously worked in independent film production at Bold Films and Rumble Films.Hannah was also homeschooled and has been reaching out to homeschoolers about the free resources MPI has to offer.The Moving Picture Institute is a modern-media production house and talent incubator that creates and supports high-impact film and video content designed to entertain, inspire, and educate audiences with captivating stories about human freedom.In this interview Hannah and I talk about:* What the Moving Picture Institute is, and why they created resources for educators.* The role of art (especially films) in communicating themes of liberty, self-expression, and resisting oppression.* The changing homeschool environment and the move to digital resources.* FI$H Economics: A free resource that uses vibrant animation and storytelling to bring economic ideas to life.* Teaching 2081: A short film adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut’s Harrison Bergeron and the free resources available.* Media and learning through stories.Other NewsHomeschool News Today is back and it’s available on Alexa devices as a daily flash briefing. Search for “homeschool” in your Alexa app and add it to your daily flash briefing.Support this PodcastIt takes a little money to produce a podcast. You can support this podcast financially through Patreon.Connect Socially!* Join the Facebook page* Follow on Twitter* Follow on Instagram* Follow on PinterestLeave a VoicemailYou can call 518-290-0228 to leave me a message or use SpeakPipe to record a message with your computer.Etc.Want to be notified of any upcoming news regarding the podcast or if I’m speaking in your area? Join my spam-free mailing list. You’ll receive monthly updates and news about future projects and I’ll let you know if I’m speaking in your area at a homeschooling convention.The Wired Homeschool is a proud member of the Tech Podcast Network. For more family-friendly tech podcasts visit techpodcasts.comMusic for the podcast by Kevin Macleod.Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. In some cases, I may have been given a free sample of a product to review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement24 min
- Experience Astronomy with Luke Gilkerson
Many kids and parents are fascinated by the night sky but don’t know where to start with nightly observations. With Experience Astronomy homeschool parents and students can learn to navigate the heavens and figure out if that bright light is a planet, star, or just an airplane.
About Luke GilkersonLuke Gilkerson is the creator of Experience Astronomy, a series of online courses for homeschool students of all ages. For the last several years he has taught astronomy at his local homeschool co-op and now also enjoys teaching over 1,000 students all over the world about the sky! Learn more at experienceastronomy.com.
Links mentioned in the podcastExperience Astronomy
Neave PlanetariumIf you found value in these ideas, maybe consider buying me a coffee? Even though new episodes aren’t actively being made, there are still costs for hosting and maintaining the website. You can also follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms.
And just so you know, some links you might see are “affiliate links,” meaning if you click and buy, I might get a commission. Sometimes I even get free samples to review, all disclosed transparently.
Music for the podcast is “RetroFuture Clean” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
35 min - Online Great Books with Scott HambrickEvery homeschooler understands that reading is essential. However, sometimes we may not know what our children should be reading.41 min
- 7 Alexa Skills Homeschoolers Can Use With Their Amazon Echo
Last week I talked about 10 Ways to Use an Amazon Echo Dot for Homeschooling and one of those ways was to use educational skills. This week I’ll share 7 Alexa skills homeschoolers can use with their Amazon Echo.
If you’re using an Amazon Echo for homeschooling, let me know how you’re using it in the comments below. What other skills would you suggest?
Learn Greek & Latin Root WordsThis skill provides a Greek or Latin root word, the definition of that word, and examples of English words where you’ll find the Greek or Latin root. Get started by saying, “Alexa, teach me root words.”
Math ManiaMath Mania provides a variety of game modes including addition only, subtraction only, multiplication only, division only, algebra only, fractions only, money only, or really challenge yourself and play the everything mode! Activate this skill by saying, “Alexa, ask Math Mania to play.”
Reuters TV (World) or BBC NewsUpdated around the clock by editorial teams on four continents, Reuters TV taps into a network of 2,500 journalists reporting from 200 locations worldwide. Add this flash briefing with the phrase, “Alexa, what’s in the news?” Note: If you live in the United States you’ll activate the U.S. version.
NASA MarsEver wonder what the rovers on Mars are doing? Here’s your chance to ask NASA Mars. Use the NASA Mars skill to learn about Mars and get the latest rover updates directly from NASA. Mission team members write the updates weekly. Say, “Alexa, open NASA Mars,” to check on the “red planet”.
This Day in HistoryCheck-in daily to find out about the historical events that happened on this day and every other day of the year. Come back each day and hear the top historical event of the day. Use the phrase, “Alexa, launch This Day in History,” to get started.
National Geographic Geo QuizPut your geography knowledge to the test with this skill. Six new questions are released every day. Enable by saying, “Alexa, play Geo Quiz.”
Questions Kids Ask Flash BriefingQuestions Kids Ask is the perfect flash briefing for those parents with inquisitive kids. Kid-friendly and fun for the whole family. Enable using your Alexa app.
If you found value in these ideas, maybe consider buying me a coffee? Even though new episodes aren’t actively being made, there are still costs for hosting and maintaining the website. You can also follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms.
And just so you know, some links you might see are “affiliate links,” meaning if you click and buy, I might get a commission. Sometimes I even get free samples to review, all disclosed transparently.
Music for the podcast is “RetroFuture Clean” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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