Empowering Homeschool Conversations
Claim This Podcastby Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder
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<p>Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. </p> <p>Featuring Peggy Ployhar from <a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">SPED Homeschool</a>, Annie Yorty from <a href="http://annieyorty.com">AnnieYorty.com</a>, Leilani Melendez from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">Living with Eve</a>, Stephanie Buckwalter from <a href="https://elarplearning.com/">ELARP Learning</a>, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson <a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">Educational Consulting & Tutoring</a>.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.</p> <p>Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar&source=gmail&ust=1725443900686000&usg=AOvVaw1LeDnIrq-iB6Bc4L_MBpOr">this page</a> to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. </p> <p><strong>And, make sure to join the ongoing <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations&source=gmail&ust=1725443900686000&usg=AOvVaw2m1V7tHfGe--MntqRkn4UM">Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group </a>to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. </strong></p> <p><strong>Links to Us:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">https://spedhomeschool.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve</a></p> <p><a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a></p>
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August 19, 2025
Homeschool Strategies That Help Kids Make Sense of the World
<p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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</p> <p> </p> <p>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</p> <p>To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit:</p> <p><a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/">https://www.spedhomeschool.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.leilanimelendez.com/">https://www.leilanimelendez.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Make sure to subscribe, share and comment!</p> <p>Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/</p><p><a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/" rel="payment">Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/</a></p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>
August 11, 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.
August 5, 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.
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- What is Empowering Homeschool Conversations?
<p>Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. </p> <p>Featuring Peggy Ployhar from <a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">SPED Homeschool</a>, Annie Yorty from <a href="http://annieyorty.com">AnnieYorty.com</a>, Leilani Melendez from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">Living with Eve</a>, Stephanie Buckwalter from <a href="https://elarplearning.com/">ELARP Learning</a>, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson <a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">Educational Consulting & Tutoring</a>.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.</p> <p>Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar&source=gmail&ust=1725443900686000&usg=AOvVaw1LeDnIrq-iB6Bc4L_MBpOr">this page</a> to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. </p> <p><strong>And, make sure to join the ongoing <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations&source=gmail&ust=1725443900686000&usg=AOvVaw2m1V7tHfGe--MntqRkn4UM">Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group </a>to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. </strong></p> <p><strong>Links to Us:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">https://spedhomeschool.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve</a></p> <p><a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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