Economics is a one semester thing in the education system. But it's a critical topic that influences all sorts of things in our society. So many people, however, don't understand HOW the system actually works. Adam is joined by L. Randall Wray,

S1Ep8: The Rescue of Santa Clause & Dog Escape #2

Dec 23rd, 2020 8m 59s

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Today's episode is short and sweet (and all about Santa Clause). We feature a holiday story written by Alexander and another by Elliot that will put a smile on your face during this festive season. All the be

S1Ep7: Teaching Kids to Type, Sideways Stories From Wayside School & The Mystery of Batteries

Dec 17th, 2020 32m 32s

In today's episode Alexander has his report on his latest read, Sideways Stories from Wayside School. Hear all about what this now 6 year old thinks of it and whether your kid might like it too. Then we speak with Liz, an Education and Communic

S1Ep6: Easy Peasy Homeschooling Part 2, Isaac's Crash, The Dog Escape & The Bunny, The Monster, & The Puppy

Nov 17th, 2020 20m 35s

Homeschooling can be done in an infinite number of ways. But only one way is truly described as "Easy Peasy". Lee Giles rejoins the show to discuss her program and how it's structured to help homeschooling parents. The rest of the show is a col

S1Ep5: Easy Peasy Homeschooling, The Breakout At The Zoo & Frindle

Nov 6th, 2020 23m 42s

Can homeschooling really be "easy peasy"? Lee Giles, creator of Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschooling joins the show today to discuss how she went about creating a free curriculum for people to use to teach their children. We also have a book rep

S1Ep4: All About Spelling, Grace, The Birthday Party & Montana

Oct 16th, 2020 27m 3s

You've never experienced a birthday party quite like what Alexander came up with, that much I can guarantee. Today's episode has a little talk about giving yourself grace, a story from Alexander, an introduction to All About Spelling, and Isaac

S1Ep3: All About Reading, Kansas & Mr Head, Gaga Guy & Fanny

Oct 9th, 2020 23m 12s

Have you ever known a kid who could make a map on his own head? If not then you obviously haven't met Mr. Head. Isaac and Elliot start off the show telling the story of Mr. Head, Gaga Guy, and Fanny. Next up is an interview on the All About Rea

S1Ep2: History of Cars, Zeke & Xander Go Rock Climbing & The Life of Fred Language Arts with Stan Schmidt

Oct 2nd, 2020 28m 47s

Anyone who has homeschooled for more than a day knows that you will feel like you're not doing enough. Adam starts the show discussing why you should expect it but not allow yourself to be bogged down by it. Afterward we have a report that Isaa

S1Ep1: The Life of Fred with Stan Schmidt & The Escape From the Fruit Bowl

Sep 24th, 2020 29m 43s

For the inaugural episode of the show, Adam (aka Dad), talks with Stan Schmidt, author of the math book series Life of Fred. The two discuss his teaching style, how his books make the subject of math fun and engaging, and let you decide whether

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