Today we are honored to speak with Britton LaTulippe, a homeschooling father of eight kids and founder / president of Blue Manor Education and Blue Manor Online Academy. Britton is the author of over 70 children's books, the creator of several early-learning curriculum sets, and author of The Art of Raising Children to Greatness series. After atten…

Our guests today are Ben Rehrman and Genevieve Shade, both of whom are 18-year old, self-directed (unschooled) homeschool graduates. Ben and Genevieve are in the throws of producing a documentary series for YouTube titled "Learning and Liberation". Learning and Liberation is a documentary series that explores the people and places that allow young …

Today it is all about the dads! In this episode you will hear about: The importance of partnership between spouses Dealing with home life changes when beginning homeschooling How income should never be a reason to not homeschool How and why the Homeschool Loft began Boundaries between work and family time How faulty mindsets can keep dads from pivo…

OMG! Can you believe the Homeschool Resource Roadmap is celebrating it's ten year anniversary? We can't either! If you use the Homeschool Resource Roadmap daily or you have never used it before, this episode of the Loftcast will answer: What is the Homeschool Resource Roadmap? What is the origin story of the Roadmap? What is the Common Core Project…

Join Tina as she brings back homeschool alum, Noah Tetzner, for an in-depth discussion about the truths and the myths of socialization for home educated children. In this episode, you'll learn: What is "socialization"? What is the true foundation of socialization from a historical view? Family versus schools in the socialization of children. How an…

Ashton Tate is the founder of Glory to Glory Fitness in Franklin TN, and the creator of The F.O.R.M. Curriculum, a turn-key and biblically-based health curriculum for schools and families. The company's mission is to provide quality health education to every student in America. Ashton aims to accomplish this by partnering with Christian schools and…

Today, we listen in as Tina and Jenny discuss their thoughts about educating children in the early elementary years. Take-Aways: There is no need to "start ear1y". Let the child demonstrate readiness instead. No one method (or curriculum) is right for everyone. What's right is what works for your kids/family. No need to buy expensive curriculum. Fo…

Today we're hanging out with Jenny's son, Noah Tetzner, a 2019 history buff and homeschool graduate who started his own podcast and podcast-production business when he was just 16 years old. Along the way, Noah published two books related to his love of history You've heard from Noah before both as a guest and co-host and today we're here to talk w…

Today we have a special treat! Kody Hanner is our special guest and Ashley Schnese is our special co-host. Join us as we talk about homesteading and home education. Kody Hanner is a wife, homesteader and homeschool mom of six who has devoted her life to agriculture and rural living. Kody has authored The Homestead Education series of homeschool cur…

Today, Jenny and Tina are joined by returning guest (and Tina's husband), Jeff Hollenbeck. They discuss missions for homeschoolers—how to get involved and what opportunities are out there. Referenced in Today's Episode: MissionGuides International Perspectives Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please…

Tune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran, Emily Pauc! Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

In today's episode, Tina and Jenny discuss The Homeschool Mom Hiatus—an event that was presented by The Homeschool Loft. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Brennan Dean of the Great Homeschool Conventions. Referenced in Today's Episode: Great Homeschool Conventions Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Today, the Loftcast shares a quick preview of Jenny's son Noah's new podcast, The Homeschool Enthusiast! Referenced in Today's Episode: The Homeschool Enthusiast Podcast Noah Tetzner's Email: noah@profitwithpodcasting.com Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

Tune in for a conversation about self-care for homeschool moms—with special guest, Ashly Balza. Referenced in Today's Episode: Connect with Ashly Balza Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Alaska, this is the episode for you! Today's guest is Jacki Makinen. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Alaska. Referenced in Today's Episode: Alaska Homeschool Org Text of the Alaska Homeschool Law Jacki Makinen's Email: hslda.ak…

Tune in for a conversation about sports and homeschooling—with homeschool dad, Jeff Mitchell. Referenced in Today's Episode: NEWCHAA Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Michigan, this is the episode for you! Today's guest is Kerry Ott. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Michigan. Referenced in Today's Episode: Michigan Homeschool Org: Michigan Christian Homeschool Network Michigan Homeschool Law …

In today's episode, Jenny and Tina discuss the benefits of family book clubs. Referenced in Today's Episode: Wild+Free Book Club Guide The Homeschool Resource Roadmap Field Trip Venues Lists Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Texas, this is the episode for you! Today's guest is Rebecca Ruiz. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Texas. Referenced in Today's Episode: Texans for Homeschool Freedom Texas Home Educators Text of Relevant Court Case Rebecca Rui…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Cathy LaFrombois of the Valley Troubadours. Referenced in Today's Episode: The Valley Troubadours Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for another episode of The Homeschool Loftcast. Featuring Jenny Tetzner and Tina Hollenbeck. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with Jenny and her dear friend, Becky Schommer, who chose not to homeschool... Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Ohio, this is the episode for you! Today's guest is Debby Gerth. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Ohio. Referenced in Today's Episode: Ohio Homeschooling Parents Text of Ohio Homeschool Law Debby Gerth's Email: ohiohomeschooling…

Tune in for an interview with Shae Sortwell, a homeschool graduate, homeschool father, and Wisconsin State Representative. Referenced in Today's Episode: Shae Sortwell's Campaign Website Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

A conversation with guest, Mark Nicholas, on planning for college finances. Referenced in Today's Episode: Transform Retirement Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

A conversation with guest, Lindy Stein, about teaching music to homeschool students. Referenced in Today's Episode: Lindy's Gluten-Free Goodies Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation about using local libraries to support homeschooling. Today's guest is Sharon Verbeten. Referenced in Today's Episode: Brown County Library Association for Library Service to Children Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

Tune in for a conversation with Tina and her dear friend, Lynn Gregory, who chose not to homeschool... Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Meredith Olson of the VELA Education Fund. Referenced in Today's Episode: VELA Education Fund 2022 Microgrant Application Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Illinois, this is the episode for you! Today's guest is Nikki Warren. She, Jenny, and Tina discuss the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Illinois. Referenced in Today's Episode: Ad Hoc Committee for Illinois Home Education Legal and Legislative Matters Assistan…

Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Wisconsin, this is the episode for you! Today, Tina and Noah discuss Wisconsin's legal requirements for homeschooling families. They also provide a step-by-step guide for pulling your kids from a school system and bringing them home. Referenced in Today's Episode: State Laws:…

Tune in for a conversation with Merry Marinello of All About Learning Press. Referenced in Today's Episode: All About Learning Press The Orton-Gillingham Approach Differences Between AAR and AAS? AALP Monthly Giveaway AALP Free Resources Page Merry's Blog Contact Merry: support@allaboutlearningpress.com Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Fac…

Tune in for a special interview with Andy Thoman about college prep and setting your child up for success. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran Rebecca Liao of Teaching Textbooks. Referenced in Today's Episode: Teaching Textbooks Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation about homesteading and homeschooling with special guest Laurie Neverman. Referenced in Today's Episode: Common Sense Home Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Today, Tina & Jenny are joined by Joel Kramer, a homeschool dad, author, and Biblical Archaeologist. Referenced in Today's Episode: Expedition Bible Expedition Bible YouTube Channel Where God Came Down: The Archaeological Evidence Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds Beyond Fear: A Journey Across New Guinea Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The …

A conversation with Karen Campbell, author of The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling. Referenced in Today's Episode: The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling Karen's Website Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Jenny and Tina are joined by Alyssa Wolf, host of the Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast. Referenced in Today's Episode: The Unbusy Website Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast Free Download The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too) Connect with Tina & Jenny at: T…

In this episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Leia LeMaster Horton of Horton Test Prep. They discuss the ACT, CLT, and SAT and what homeschool families can expect in these tests. Referenced in Today's Episode: Horton Test Prep Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and revie…

Tune in for a conversation with Bobbie Howard, author of Encouragement Along the Way. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Listen to a conversation with Toby LaVigne of The Freedom UPschool. Referenced in Today's Episode: Freedom Sense Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tina and Jenny hear parents describe myths and make excuses when it comes to homeschooling. In today's episode, they address these false claims, providing practical support and encouragement for new homeschooling families. Referenced in Today's Episode: Making Brothers & Sisters Best Friends: How to Fight the GOOD Fight at Home Connect with Tina & …

A conversation with Amber O'Neal Johnston, the author of A Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond. Referenced in Today's Episode: Heritage Mom Follow Amber on Instagram Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

Tina and Jenny reflect on the Homeschool Loft's 1-year anniversary. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in this week for a conversation with Tricia Goyer, the author of Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God's Love Through Chaotic Circumstances. Referenced in Today's Episode: Tricia Goyer's Website The Better Mom Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!…

Listen to a conversation with Sherri Seligson, a homeschooling textbook author, and encouragement for those teaching at home! Referenced in Today's Episode: Sherri's Website Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

A conversation between Jenny Tetzer and her son Noah, a homeschool graduate. Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with Israel Wayne, Director of Family Renewal. Referenced in Today's Episode: A History of the Homeschooling Movement Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner

Tune in for a conversation with Todd Wilson, Founder of Familyman Ministries. Referenced in Today's Episode: The Smiling Homeschooler Connect with Tina & Jenny at: The Website Facebook Email If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!โดย Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner