Zan Tyler Podcast: Thriving in Your Homeschool

How do you move from surviving to thriving in difficult seasons? Zan and Nancy continue their heart-to-heart discussion about the power of prayer in your homeschool journey, exploring how parents' midnight prayers and tears reflect God's own heart. From fasting and prayer during legislative battles to stopping mid-lesson to seek God together, they share practical ways to make prayer your default response to both crisis and daily challenges. Their encouraging conversation reminds homeschool parents that through prayer, we find strength, peace, joy, help, and  deliverance as we partner with our Heavenly Father in raising our children.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/120-nancy-manos

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

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What does it mean to truly partner with God in raising your children? Zan and her good friend Nancy Manos share real-life stories of how the power of prayer transforms our homeschooling experiences. From legislative victories to daily challenges, they discuss practical ways to make prayer your lifeline. God delights to bless our children with amazing opportunities and to open doors for them that we never imagined possible. Their conversation reminds us that prayer isn't passive – it's an active partnership with God that shapes our children's activities, education, and spiritual growth.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/119-nancy-manos

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

What does faith look like in the face of devastating trauma? Terrie McKee shares her remarkable journey of homeschooling children with autism, dyslexia, and ADHD while navigating both an abusive first marriage and a violent shooting that left her second husband paralyzed. From seeing her daughter advance three grade levels in reading within months to helping her adult son with autism live independently, Terrie has witnessed the way individualized homeschool instruction can transform learning challenges into opportunities. Zan and Terrie, in their conversation about homeschooling with unshakeable faith, explore how focusing on Christ and adapting education during crisis situations enables families to not just survive but thrive through difficult circumstances.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/118-terrie-mckee

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

How can homeschooling parents persevere in building community in the midst of daunting challenges? In today’s conversation, Zan Tyler and Janie Gibson encourage parents to weather these obstacles in order to provide their children the opportunity to experience the joy of community and the heart of homeschool connection. As Janie shares candid stories about launching co-ops in various locations and Zan reflects on starting one of South Carolina's first homeschool fine arts co-ops, they offer understanding and practical wisdom about navigating barriers and learning to trust God's timing. From calling dozens of churches to find meeting spaces for co-ops to learning to support the unique interests of children in group settings, these women agree that the effort pales in comparison to the joy children can find in community when their parents have a heart for connecting families with each other. Successful homeschooling isn't always about having a huge community, but rather finding a meaningful community, even if that involves  just "a buddy or two" to journey alongside.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/117-janie-gibson

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

How do you find your tribe as a homeschooling family? Zan Tyler is joined by veteran homeschool mom Janie Gibson, who shares her journey of creating opportunities for homeschool families, from starting a sports league and American Heritage Girls troop to launching successful co-ops. Drawing from decades of homeschooling experience, Janie and Zan discuss the importance of following your children's passions while building meaningful connections with other families. Through stories of both successes and setbacks, Janie reveals how small steps of faithfulness—whether securing a football practice field full of red clay and ants or making that first phone call to start a theater program—can grow into vibrant communities that serve generations of homeschoolers. This conversation offers practical wisdom for growing strong homeschool communities, highlighting that you don't need everything figured out to begin; you just need to take that first step of faith.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/116-janie-gibson

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

How can you optimize your teaching methods to fit your unique family’s needs? Zan continues her conversation with Amy Harrell Smith as they share valuable insights on customizing your homeschool approach, including schedules and curriculum. Amy discusses her innovative "ultra block schedule" approach, which allows students to focus intensively on one or two subjects at a time, maximizing momentum and efficiency. They highlight the importance of adapting teaching methods to each child's learning style and the family's priorities. Whether you're struggling with time management or seeking to make your homeschool more effective, this episode offers concrete strategies to enhance your homeschooling experience and create a tailored educational environment for your children.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/115-amy-harrell-smith

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

How does a homeschooling family find hope and help in the face of disaster? Zan welcomes her dear friend Tracy Klicka, Director of Development at HSLDA. Together, they explore the crucial topic of disaster relief for homeschoolers, sparked by the recent devastation of Hurricane Helene. Tracy shares her personal journey of homeschooling through hardship and loss, offering encouragement from Scripture. Zan and Tracy discuss HSLDA's Compassion Program which has provided millions of dollars in aid to homeschool families facing various challenges. They offer practical advice on how affected families can seek assistance and how others can contribute. And finally they urge us to remember that even in the darkest times, God remains a very present help in times of trouble.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/114-tracy-klicka

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

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Have you ever wondered how homeschooling friendships can transform lives and educational journeys? Zan sits down with Callie Chaplow, mom of four boys and homeschool advocate, to explore the power of community in homeschooling. Callie shares her inspiring story of how she and her best friend Michelle supported each other through their homeschooling adventures, from teaching each other's children to providing emotional support during challenging times. Zan and Callie discuss the importance of finding your "homeschool people," the joys and challenges of homeschooling as a single parent, and the current landscape of homeschool legislation in Virginia (and how legislative trends can affect all of us). Listeners will come away inspired to build meaningful connections within their homeschool community, and be reminded of God's faithfulness throughout their educational journey.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/113-callie-chaplow

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

What's the secret to unshakable confidence as a homeschooling parent? Seasoned homeschool mom Amy Harrell Smith shares her personal journey and hard-won wisdom. Zan and Amy offer practical advice and encouragement for parents at every stage of the homeschooling adventure. From the early days of unexpectedly diving into homeschooling to navigating the challenges of different learning styles, listeners will be inspired by Amy's transparent reflections on overcoming self-doubt, dealing with naysayers, and staying focused on the "why" behind their homeschooling decision. Whether you're brand new to homeschooling or a veteran looking to reignite your passion, this conversation with Zan and Amy is sure to equip and empower Christian parents to confidently lead their families on the homeschooling path.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/112-amy-harrell-smith

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com

How can one family's decision to homeschool lead to global impact and unexpected ministry opportunities? Zan and Gerald Huebner continue their conversation about Gerald's remarkable journey in the homeschooling movement. They discuss the growth of homeschooling worldwide, including its rebranding as "family education" in Ukraine. Gerald shares his work with Ukrainian refugees and the resilience of homeschooling families in challenging circumstances. The conversation takes an encouraging turn as they reflect on the joys of homeschooling grandchildren and offer valuable advice for both new and seasoned homeschool parents. Listeners will be moved by Gerald's faith-filled perspective and his commitment to serving homeschool families across the globe, even in the most difficult situations.

https://zantyler.com/podcast/111-gerald-huebner

Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZjfXnW 

https://speakpipe.com/Zan_Tyler_Podcast 

Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast 

https://bjupresshomeschool.com