Empowering Homeschool Conversations

About Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool (https://spedhomeschool.com/), Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com (http://annieyorty.com), Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve (https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve), Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning (https://elarplearning.com/), and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring (https://solimaracademy.com/). With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey. So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment. Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home. Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit this page (https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar) to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. And, make sure to join the ongoing Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group  (https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations)to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. Links to Us: https://spedhomeschool.com/ (https://spedhomeschool.com/) https://annieyorty.com/ (https://annieyorty.com/) https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve (https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve) https://elarplearning.com/ (https://elarplearning.com/) https://solimaracademy.com/ (https://solimaracademy.com/)

Publisher

Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

29 Nov 2020

Latest episode

19 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

253 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Aug 2025

   Homeschool Strategies That Help Kids Make Sense of the World

   Why do some students struggle to see math and science as more than just flashcards and formulas? In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar talks with Christian mom, certificated physics teacher, and innovative educator Margaret Shawver, who shares how one simple tool—differentiated graph paper—is helping homeschool students understand complex concepts by making them visual, relatable, and even worshipful. Margaret discusses how different brains see the world—from analytical, system-driven thinkers to detail-oriented, story-minded learners—and how connecting prior knowledge to new learning can transform abstract ideas into meaningful insights. She also shares real-world examples, like what peanut butter cups and beehives can teach us about geometry, and how incorporating faith into scientific exploration deepens both learning and wonder. Whether your child is a reluctant math learner or a curious thinker ready to explore God’s creation, this episode will give you practical strategies and a fresh vision for helping your homeschooler thrive in analytical subjects. Topics include: Differentiated graph paper: What it is and why it works Teaching to different learning styles and brain types Bringing faith into STEM learning Making math tangible with everyday objects Encouragement for parents teaching subjects they struggle with To find Margaret's graph paper, visit: https://www.walmart.com/ip/ColorGraph-Differentiated-Graph-Paper-0-25-in-squares-big-size/5401461569?classType=REGULAR&from=/search To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit: https://www.spedhomeschool.com/ (https://www.spedhomeschool.com/) https://annieyorty.com/ (https://annieyorty.com/) https://www.leilanimelendez.com/ (https://www.leilanimelendez.com/) https://elarplearning.com/ (https://elarplearning.com/) https://solimaracademy.com/ (https://solimaracademy.com/) Make sure to subscribe, share and comment! Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ (https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com (https://www.lifeaudio.com/) and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us (https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us).

2. 

   11 Aug 2025

   Smarter Learning Strategies for Homeschool Challenges

   Host Peggy Ployhar interviews Matt Bowman, co-founder of OpenEd, discussing personalized learning strategies to foster curiosity-driven homeschool experiences and student agency.

3. 

   5 Aug 2025

   Raising Faith-Filled Kids When Parenting Feels Overwhelming

   Host Peggy Ployhar interviews pastor and author David Sunde about cultivating faith in children through practical rhythms, even when parenting feels overwhelming.

Who has been a guest on Empowering Homeschool Conversations

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• Matt Bowman
• David Sunde
• Julie Bogart
• Sarah Boyd
• Isabel Tom

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YouTube views

265,815

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

16 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 84 / 100

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Quality

97

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

92

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