The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

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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. Guests include cast members from the the feature-length documentary, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution, speakers, authors, pastors, educators, curriculum publishers, and REAL moms and dads with families and stories just like yours. Each show shares practical advice 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.

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How Living Books Transform Homeschooling and Family Culture – Jennifer Pepito

Are you searching for ways to ignite curiosity, character, and a love of learning in your homeschool? In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Cindy West sits down with Jennifer Pepito, veteran homeschooler and author of "Mothering by the Book." Together, they explore the profound impact of living books on homeschool families—even if you don’t embrace a Charlotte Mason approach.

Jennifer shares her personal journey of overcoming fear through reading with her children, the importance of virtue in education, and practical tips for integrating rich literature—whether you're new to living books or a seasoned enthusiast. Learn how living books can transform reluctant readers, spark deep family conversations, and even make daunting subjects like history come alive.

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Habit Training Beyond Chores: Cultivating Virtue and Character in Your Homeschool – Jennifer Pepito

What’s the secret behind a thriving, peaceful homeschool? It might just be habit training! Join Cindy West and special guest Jennifer Pepito, author of Habits for a Sacred Home, as they discuss the power of establishing meaningful habits, fostering virtue, and modeling character for your children.

Jennifer shares real-life strategies, a list of simple starter habits (connection, eye contact, outdoor time, and more!), and the encouragement every homeschool mom needs.

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From Duty to Delight: The Joy of Homemaking - Mystie Winckler

Yvette Hampton and Mystie Winckler dive into the world of joyful home management. Mystie shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed by household chores to finding joy and purpose in them. Learn practical tips on balancing home organization with homeschooling, preparing children for adulthood, and maintaining a peaceful home atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to transform your home into a life-giving space.

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