This session dives into the hows and whys of teaching history from a Biblical worldview. What does history from a Biblical worldview look like and why is it important? How do I make history interesting to my kids? When should I start teaching histo-ry? Do I have to teach history in chronological order? Having worked for more than a decade to produce history curriculum that reaches into the heart of the student, Angela shares her heart and passion for teaching history in a fresh and relevant way.

This workshop is a must for all new homeschoolers…or for those wishing they could call a do-over! In this fun, encouraging, and upbeat workshop, Angela covers what to expect your first year of homeschooling, tips for choosing curriculum for your unique family, and keeping your sanity – short term and long term. Come get the skinny on making your first year (or your re-start year) the best homeschool year ever.

This message outlines how to use many of the tried and true aspects of the Charlotte Mason method today while remaining pertinent to the time period in which we live. Learn about who Charlotte Mason was, the cultural differences and similarities of Charlotte Mason’s world vs. ours, what the main aspects of Ms. Mason’s method looks like in a modern homeschool, and how we can easily adapt her method for our use.

No two homeschools are alike, no two children are alike, and many times, no two days, weeks, or months are alike. Life happens, children grow, skill levels change, and what worked just yesterday doesn’t work anymore. Homeschooling truly is like aiming at a moving target. Topics will include: learning to be flexible, being aware of the changes our children are going through, learning to set goals with open hands, and seeing the bigger picture.

This workshop addresses both the spiritual battle being waged on our children and the physical effects of the technological age we live in. Angela pulls from her training as a child development specialist to address how stress leads to anxiety, which if not addressed, may turn into depression and even suicide. Come and gain guidance in setting limits on technology in our homes and learn de-stressing techniques help ourselves and our children.

Is the world sending you mixed messages? Have lies about your identity from the pop culture, high expectations from others, and confusing self-talk from your own emotions and brain become a jumble of exhausting mental activity tossing and turning like a washing machine’s agitator? Many teens are secretly wondering, “How do I sort through all of this to find out who I really am and what I’m supposed to be? Do I really have what it takes to be a Christ- follower in this culture?” Angela will reach into the hearts and minds of teens with the TRUTH of God’s Word that brings confidence, peace, and wisdom to those who are searching.