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Explore game-changing educational and homeschool ideas. Designed for intentional parents like you.

    Ep. 20 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 2 of 2) // Amanda Owens

    Ep. 20 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 2 of 2) // Amanda Owens

     
    We continue the conversation in Part 2 about empowering parents in the speech therapy process. Homeschooling can be the best option for speech and language development, as it allows for more individualized attention and conversation with adults. However, the current system of speech therapy in schools is often ineffective due to large caseloads and limited time with each child. Homeschooling parents who need speech therapy for their children can explore alternative options such as finding a smaller clinic or one-on-one therapist, looking for government assistance or scholarship programs, or considering online therapy. It is important for speech language pathologists to empower parents and involve them in the therapy process, as they play a crucial role in their child's progress. Additionally, there is a need for more training and awareness about the impact of tongue ties and orofacial myofunctional disorders on speech development. The traditional model of speech therapy may need to be reevaluated and adapted to better serve the needs of homeschooling families. 
     
    Takeaways: 
    Homeschooling can provide a conducive environment for speech and language development.The current system of speech therapy in schools is often ineffective due to large caseloads and limited time with each child.Homeschooling parents can explore alternative options for speech therapy, such as smaller clinics, one-on-one therapists, government assistance, scholarship programs, and online therapy.Speech language pathologists should empower parents and involve them in the therapy process.There is a need for more training and awareness about the impact of tongue ties and orofacial myofunctional disorders on speech development.The traditional model of speech therapy may need to be reevaluated and adapted to better serve the needs of homeschooling families. About today’s guest: Amanda Owens is a proud homeschool graduate, quirky creative speech language pathologist, and grateful homeschool mom of four small children. She takes solid speech therapy research and clinical insight and packages it into accessible tools and training for homeschool parents, empowering them to do more with speech therapy at home. 
    Find Amanda Owens at: 
    www.illuminatecommunicate.comlearn.illuminatecommunicate.comwww.instagram.com/theilluminatedhomeschool  ******************************************* 
     LINKS & RESOURCES  Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive  Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever. Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book
    Links & Free: https://christy-faith.com/pages/links
    Work with Christy-Faith: https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact
    ******************************************* SHOW SPONSORS CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school
    Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    ******************************************* CHAPTERS
    00:00 Homeschooling for Speech and Language Development 01:00 Challenges of Speech Therapy in Schools 08:08 The Importance of Relationships in Speech Therapy 15:07 The Effectiveness of Online Speech Therapy 28:11 Empowering Parents in the Speech Therapy Process 30:06 Challenging Traditional Beliefs in Speech Language Pathology 35:29 The Need for Change in the Field
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    • 41 min
    Ep. 19 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 1 of 2)// Amanda Owens

    Ep. 19 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 1 of 2)// Amanda Owens

    Amanda Owens joins Christy-Faith to discuss speech therapy, homeschooling, parent involvement in speech therapy, and the challenges of speech therapy in schools. The conversation emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the role of parents in speech therapy success. Misconceptions about speech delays are debunked and the impact of genetics on speech and language development are discussed. 
     
    Takeaways: 
    Early intervention in speech therapy is vital for a child's development.Parents play a crucial role in the success of speech therapy for their children.Genetics can have a significant impact on speech and language development.Misconceptions about speech delays and socialization need to be addressed in the context of homeschooling and speech therapy. About today’s guest: Amanda Owens is a proud homeschool graduate, quirky creative speech language pathologist, and grateful homeschool mom of four small children. She takes solid speech therapy research and clinical insight and packages it into accessible tools and training for homeschool parents, empowering them to do more with speech therapy at home. Find Amanda Owens at: 
    www.illuminatecommunicate.comlearn.illuminatecommunicate.comwww.instagram.com/theilluminatedhomeschool *******************************************  LINKS & RESOURCES  Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
    Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder
    Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book Links & Free: https://christy-faith.com/pages/links Work with Christy-Faith: https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact
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    SHOW SPONSORS
    CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school
    Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive *******************************************
    CHAPTERS
    00:00 The Importance of Early Intervention in Speech Therapy 08:18 Challenges of Speech Therapy in Schools and Misconceptions About Speech Delays *******************************************
    FIND CHRISTY-FAITH HERE TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ChristyFaithHomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyFaithHomeschool Threads: https://www.threads.net/@christy_faith_homeschool X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Christy_Faith_1  

    • 36 min
    Ep. 18 - Unlock the Secrets to Swim Safety: A Must-SEE for Every Parent! // Selena Willows

    Ep. 18 - Unlock the Secrets to Swim Safety: A Must-SEE for Every Parent! // Selena Willows

     
    Christy-Faith and Selena Willows discuss the importance of swim safety for children, the impact of drowning incidents, the personal journey of the expert, misconceptions about water safety, and the use of floaties. It emphasizes the need for parents to be educated about drowning and water safety, and the role of proper training in teaching children to swim. Selena Minogue discusses the importance of swim safety for children and her innovative method of teaching children to swim. She contrasts her approach with traditional swim programs and emphasizes the need for children to be capable swimmers rather than just comfortable in the water. 
     
    Takeaways: 
    88% of children that drown are near water with at least one adult present.70% of toddler drownings occur during non-swim time.Proper training can help children become comfortable and capable in the water.Understanding drowning and water safety is crucial for parents.The use of floaties should be approached with caution and supervision. The importance of teaching children to be capable swimmers, not just comfortable in the waterThe contrast between traditional swim programs and Selena Minogue's innovative approachThe need for a healthy respect and reverence for the water to prevent drowningEmpowering parents to teach their children to swim using a world-class methodThe impact of swim safety on children's confidence and capability in the water About today’s guest: Selena, owner of Swim to Safety, is a water safety and education expert with over 29 years of experience teaching all ages in the water. Through her proprietary method she has helped thousands of parents find calm and joy around the water knowing that their children are not only comfortable but also capable in the water.
    Selena coaches parents and instructors to teach children to swim in as few as ten lessons and runs the only guaranteed learn to swim program in the world! Find Selena atwww.SwimtoSafety.com https://linktr.ee/swimtosafety For the Podcast Listeners 15% off the program:  CHRISTYFAITHPODCAST15

    ******************************************* LINKS & RESOURCES  Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive  Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
    Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School Systemhttps://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book
    Links & Free:https://christy-faith.com/pages/links Work with Christy-Faith:https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact ******************************************* SHOW SPONSORS CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculumhttps://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school
    Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school optionhttps://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive ******************************************* CHAPTERS  00:00 Stats and the Importance of Swim Safety for Children
    08:57 The Impact of Drowning Incidents
    11:35 The Personal Journey of a Water Safety Expert
    22:25 The Role of Floaties in Water Safety
    27:15 The Importance of Swim Safety and Floaties Rule
    30:09 Debunking Bubble Blowing in Swim Schools
    36:15 Success Stories and Challenges of ISR Method
    40:23 Empowering Parents with Swim Safety Skills
    43:42 Impact of Swim Safety on Children's Confidence and Capability ******************************************* FIND CHRISTY-FAITH HERE  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith  P

    • 54 min
    Ep. 17 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 2 of 2) // Lisa Nehring

    Ep. 17 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 2 of 2) // Lisa Nehring

     
    In part 2 of the conversation, Christy Faith and Lisa Nehring emphasize the importance of giving children space to have different ideas, teaching them logic and critical thinking skills, and avoiding the pressure to fill their education with excessive information. They also discuss the benefits of outdoor activities and self-regulatory play for children's development. The conversation highlights the need to reimagine education and prepare children to be autodidacts who can adapt and learn independently in a rapidly changing world. 
     
    Takeaways: 
    Give children space to have different ideas and teach them logic and critical thinking skills.Avoid the pressure to fill children's education with excessive information and focus on depth rather than breadth.Encourage outdoor activities and self-regulatory play for children's development.Reimagine education and prepare children to be autodidacts who can adapt and learn independently in a rapidly changing world.About today’s guest: Lisa Nehring  is the owner of  True North Homeschool Academy, a 2nd -12th grade full service on-line Academy, as well as  “Its Not that Hard to Homeschool” and Blue Collar Homeschool, providing books, tools and online community for families that choose to homeschool.
    ******************************************* LINKS & RESOURCES
    Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
    Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com
    Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder
    Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School Systemhttps://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book
      Links & Free: https://christy-faith.com/pages/links Work with Christy-Faith: https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact *******************************************  SHOW SPONSORS  CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school
    Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    ******************************************* CHAPTERS 00:00 Teaching Logic and Critical Thinking Skills 01:24 Depth over Breadth in Education 09:36 Preparing Children to be Autodidacts *******************************************  FIND CHRISTY-FAITH HERE  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ChristyFaithHomeschooling  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyFaithHomeschool  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@christy_faith_homeschool  X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Christy_Faith_1 

    (00:00) - Teaching Logic and Critical Thinking Skills

    (01:24) - Depth over Breadth in Education

    (09:36) - Preparing Children to be Autodidacts

    • 34 min
    Ep. 16 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 1 of 2) // Lisa Nehring

    Ep. 16 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 1 of 2) // Lisa Nehring

    Today’s conversation with Lisa Nehring explores the concept of the fourth industrial revolution and its implications for homeschooling. Christy-Faith and Lisa discuss the rapid changes in technology and the job market, emphasizing the need for adaptable skills and critical thinking. The ladies higlight importance of literacy, self-learning, soft skills, and emotional intelligence. They also touch on the five emerging economies and offer practical advice for homeschooling parents to adapt their teaching methods and curriculum. 
     
     
    Takeaways: 
    The fourth industrial revolution is characterized by the merging of technology and humanity, blurring the lines between physical, biological, and digital spheres.Children are likely to have multiple jobs in different industries throughout their lives, and many of the jobs that will exist in the future do not exist yet.To prepare children for the future, focus on developing critical thinking skills, promoting literacy, fostering self-learning, and cultivating soft skills such as communication, collaboration, and creativity.Emotional intelligence is also crucial, as it helps children navigate the global gig economy and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.Homeschooling parents can adapt their teaching methods by incorporating literature-based curriculum, engaging in Socratic discussions, and creating space for open and challenging conversations with their children About today’s guest: Lisa Nehring  is the owner of  True North Homeschool Academy, a 2nd -12th grade full service on-line Academy, as well as  “Its Not that Hard to Homeschool” and Blue Collar Homeschool, providing books, tools and online community for families that choose to homeschool.
    ******************************************* LINKS & RESOURCES Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
    Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com
    Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder
    Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book
    Links & Free: https://christy-faith.com/pages/links
    Work with Christy-Faith: https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact
    ******************************************* SHOW SPONSORS
    CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school
    Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    ******************************************* CHAPTERS
    00:00 Introduction to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
    07:00 Preparing Children for a Rapidly Changing Job Market
    10:21 The Importance of Literacy and Critical Thinking
    11:20 Developing Self-Learning Skills and Soft Skills
    24:08 Adapting Teaching Methods and Curriculum ******************************************* FIND CHRISTY-FAITH HERE
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ChristyFaithHomeschooling
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyFaithHomeschool
    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@christy_faith_homeschool
    X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Christy_Faith_1 

    (00:00) - Introduction to the Fourth Industrial Revolution


    (07:00) - Preparing Children for a Rapidly Changing Job Market


    (10:21) - The Importance of Literacy and Critical Thinking


    (11:20) - Developing Self-Learning Skills and Soft Skills


    (24:08) - Adap

    • 28 min
    Ep. 15 - The Collision: When homeschool meets family relationships (Part 2 of 2) // Jan Smith

    Ep. 15 - The Collision: When homeschool meets family relationships (Part 2 of 2) // Jan Smith

    In today’s episode, we continue the conversation with Jan Smith as she shares insights and advice on raising adolescent boys. She emphasizes the importance of treating them like men and giving them real-life work opportunities. Jan also discusses the challenges of the adolescent phase, including mood swings and the need for independence. She encourages parents to reinforce positive traits such as hard work, physical strength, and a healthy self-image. Jan suggests involving fathers in the parenting process and setting boundaries with consequences. She also highlights the importance of recognizing and nurturing their interests and talents. 
     
    Takeaways 
    Treat adolescent boys like men and give them real-life work opportunities.Understand the challenges of the adolescent phase, including mood swings and the need for independence.Reinforce positive traits such as hard work, physical strength, and a healthy self-image.Involve fathers in the parenting process and set boundaries with consequences.Recognize and nurture their interests and talents. Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    Visit Homeschool Freedom for information on Jan’s work in support of state organizations here: https://homeschoolfreedom.com/
    Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216 It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
    Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com
    Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder
    Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s book! Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book
    Links & Free: https://christy-faith.com/pages/links Work with Christy-Faith:https://christy-faith.com/pages/contact
    ******************************************* SHOW SPONSORS
    CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive
    ******************************************* CHAPTERS
    00:00 Treating Adolescent Boys Like Men 03:39 Navigating the Challenges of the Adolescent Phase 05:36 Reinforcing Positive Traits in Adolescent Boys 10:29 Involving Fathers in the Parenting Process 13:19 Setting Boundaries and Consequences
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    FIND CHRISTY-FAITH HERE TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith
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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyFaithHomeschool Threads: https://www.threads.net/@christy_faith_homeschool X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Christy_Faith_1 

    • 28 min

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