The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Latest Episode
The 2025 season brings new hosts to the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Yvette Hampton is joined by Aby Rinella, Meeke Addison, Kristi Clover, and Cindy West, to share Biblical homeschooling, parenting, and family discipleship encouragement and advice. Each show shares practical tips to help point our children to Christ, build a solid Biblical worldview, teach effectively, preserve our marriages, manage our homes, and approach child-rearing and discipline issues with a heart-centered focus that will result in confident, biblically-minded, wise, well-balanced adults.
2025 Homeschool Curriculum Picks and Practical Planning Tips - Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton
Ready to discover the best homeschool curriculum options for 2025? In this special annual Curriculum Picks episode, Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton dive deep into what’s working for their families—from early years to high school graduation. Get candid insights on how to choose curriculum, why prayer and family goals matter, and how to create a joyful, individualized homeschool experience!
Helper and Educator – Balancing the life of Homeschool Mom and Wife – Maria Hamilton (hosted by Meeke Addison)
Meeke Addison sits down with Maria Hamilton who shares her journey in teaching apologetics and faithfully fulfilling her family roles. Maria offers practical wisdom on understanding our roles as helpers to our husbands and the importance of spiritual training for our children. As a homeschooling mom, she discusses the balancing act between family and outside commitments and finding contentment within the home. Tune in to hear how leaning on the Holy Spirit can guide us in making decisions that glorify God in every aspect of our lives.
Teaching Apologetics: Raising Faith Defenders – Maria Hamilton (hosted by Meeke Addison)
Meeke Addison sits down with Maria Hamilton to explore the significance of teaching apologetics to our children. Maria shares her personal testimony and the story of how a passion for true biblical understanding shaped her approach to homeschooling and discipling her children. Together, they discuss practical ways to instill a biblical worldview in kids and the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance. Tune in for a discussion that will challenge and inspire you to raise your kids with a strong, reasoned faith in God.
Teaching Bible: A Guide for Homeschool Families – Kim Sorgius Jones (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Dive into the vital topic of teaching Bible, with our special guest, Kim Sorgius Jones from Not Consumed Ministries. Kim joins Yvette Hampton, to discuss the essentials of Bible study and to explain why it's crucial to go from simple Bible reading to intentional Bible study, how to avoid common pitfalls. Kim shares practical advice for making Bible study a rewarding experience for you your kids, no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. This is the ultimate guide for homeschooling parents committed to imparting strong biblical values to their children. 🙏📖
Teaching Art: From Crafts to Fine Art – Courtney Sanford (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton sits down with Courtney Sanford from the Delightful Art Company to discuss how to seamlessly integrate art into your homeschool routine. Learn the difference between art and crafts, discover the best art supplies to get started, and hear practical advice on making art a meaningful and enjoyable part of your child’s education. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned homeschoolers, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips!
Teaching STEM: Preparing Students for the Modern Workforce – Robert Walsh (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Dive into the world of STEM education with Yvette Hampton and Robert Walsh from Excalibur Solutions STEM Academy. Robert and Yvette discuss the benefits and complexities of teaching STEM in a homeschooling environment. Discover why incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is more accessible than you think! 🌟 Learn all about integrated learning approaches, why STEM is essential, and how to get started with free tools like Scratch and Tinkercad.
Teaching Language Arts - Andrew Pudewa (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Andrew Pudewa joins Yvette Hampton to dive into the essentials of teaching Language Arts in our Homeschooling Every Subject Series. Learn effective strategies for teaching reading, understanding developmental readiness, and the importance of phonics. Perfect for every homeschool parent looking to confidently teach their child to read!
Teaching Music: Enhancing Learning Through Music Education – Andrew Pudewa (Homeschooling Every Subject)
🎻✨ Yvette Hampton sits down with Andrew Pudewa, for our Homeschooling Every Subject Series, to discuss the profound impact of music education on language and cognitive development. Learn how intentional and focused listening can enhance children's learning and communication skills.🎹📖
Health and PE: Why Fitness Matters - Monica Swanson (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton welcomes Monica Swanson back to discuss the crucial yet often overlooked subjects of Health and Physical Education (PE) in homeschooling. Monica shares valuable insights, drawing from her background in sports medicine, physical therapy, and experience as a PE teacher. Learn why these subjects are vital for your child's development and how to seamlessly integrate them into your daily homeschooling routine. Discover practical tips, biblical perspectives, and the importance of staying active from kindergarten through high school. Learn how to get your kids moving, the types of exercises that are best, and how to make health and wellness a priority in your homeschool curriculum.
Teaching Science: Harmonizing Faith with Facts – David Rives (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton chats with David Rives, founder and CEO of the Wonders Center and Science Museum, about teaching science from a biblical perspective. David shares his journey from being homeschooled to leading one of the largest creation science ministries in the world. Discover how science and faith intersect as we explore topics like astrophotography, fossil hunting, and animal biology. Learn practical tips on how to homeschool science while integrating the truth of God’s Word, making science an exciting discovery of God's creation. children.
Teaching History: Why it Matters – Linda Lacour Hobar (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Join Yvette Hampton and Linda Lacour Hobar on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they explore the vital role of history in homeschooling. In this enlightening episode of our Homeschooling Every Subject series, Linda, author of The Mystery of History, sheds light on why understanding the past is crucial for our children's education and offers practical insights into integrating history into your homeschooling curriculum. Discover how history reveals the fallen nature of mankind, informs our voting decisions, and is an essential part of high school education.
Heart Schooling: From Homeschooling to Discipleship - Leslie Nunnery
Yvette Hampton chats with Leslie Nunnery about her insightful book, "Heart School: How Amazing Parents Become Excellent Home Educators." Learn how to create a harmonious, Christ-centered homeschool environment and uncover strategies for balancing order and joy in your homeschool. Perfect for parents seeking to disciple their children with a biblical foundation while enjoying every moment of the homeschooling adventure.
Back to School 2024: Homeschool Curriculum Picks – Aby Rinella
Welcome to the 2024 “Back to School” edition of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Hosts Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella reflect on the summer and share valuable insights on creating a homeschool environment that prioritizes faith and family values. Learn about their curriculum choices, balancing academics with spiritual growth, and the importance of leaving a legacy of faith. Perfect for homeschooling parents looking to make this school year meaningful and memorable.
Foundations in Faith: Teaching the Essentials – Israel Wayne
Israel Wayne joins Yvette Hampton to delve into the heart of Christian home-education, discussing a new curriculum that responds to the need for deep theological knowledge and practical biblical application in the family. Yvette Hampton and Israel discuss "Foundations in Faith: A Modern Catechism" which aims to build strong believers equipped to face challenges to their faith.
Teaching Kids the Attributes of God - Elizabeth Urbanowicz
In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Yvette Hampton welcomes Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, to discuss the attributes of God. From His self-existence and self-sufficiency to His eternality and omnipresence, they explore how understanding these attributes can shape our understanding of God and our daily lives.
Worldview Matters: Rethinking Discipleship and Raising Spiritual Champions – Dr. George Barna
Yvette Hampton interviews renowned researcher and author Dr. George Barna. Join them as they dive deep into the topic of raising spiritual champions in a world of shifting worldviews. Dr. Barna reflects on his extensive national studies and shares key insights on the importance of establishing a solid Biblical worldview - a responsibility that CAN NOT be delegated or surrendered to schools, churches, media or community organizations.
Back to School - Bringing Passion and Enjoyment to the Homeschool Year - Aby Rinella
Join us for an inspiring episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, as Aby Rinella is back with Yvette Hampton to discuss their excitement about the new homeschool year. Aby shares their passion for teaching American history through literature-based learning and their plans to incorporate audiobooks into their teaching. With a focus on teaching anatomy and physiology using Apologia curriculum, Aby also talks about the benefits of learning natural medicine for their high school daughter. She also shares her strategies for effective planning and how they have revamped their curriculum to make homeschooling even more engaging and enjoyable.
Not a Vending Maching: Homeschooling and the Gospel - Amy Sloan
Homeschooling isn't a vending machine and won't save our kids. We aren't the Holy Spirit and we must rest in the work of Christ on our behalf for our salvation and identity.
Amy Sloan joins Yvette Hampton to talk about homeschooling and the Gospel.
Loving Nature Study - Cindy West
Cindy West is back on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast with Yvette Hampton to discuss the benefits and joys of nature studies. In this episode we discuss why Cindy says "nature study IS science," how nature study impacts children, how to do nature study with multiple ages and what to do if a child (or a parent) doesn't love taking nature walks and nature journaling?
Teaching the Word - Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, joins Yvette Hampton to talk about Teaching the Word of God to our children in a way that sticks.
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