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Homeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderWhy Language Learning Should Start Before ToddlersCan babies really learn a second language — even before they can talk?In this episode, I’m joined by Christine Barry, creator of JoJo Learning – Sing & Learn Chinese Baby & Me, an interactive book designed for babies 6 months and up.We talk about why early language exposure matters, how music and sound support brain development, and how parents can introduce Chinese naturally through play — even if they don’t speak the language themselves.This interactive book features buttons that play songs and real Chinese pronunciation, making lan...
2026-02-0929 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderA Homeschool Biology Book Kids Actually Love (The Fuel Factory)In this episode of the Homeschool Ways Podcast, I’mtalking with Keith Lowe, author and illustrator ofThe Fuel Factory (Your Body) — a homeschool biology bookthat explains digestion, energy, and the human body in a way kids actually understand (and enjoy).What caught our attention immediately? 👉 The illustrations.They’re hand-drawn, expressive, and full of movement — and my teen artist daughter lit up when she saw them. In a world full of AI-generated art, this book feels refreshingly human.Keith is both an artist and an illustration professor, and The Fuel Fa...
2026-02-0226 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderFrom Juvenile Court to Children’s Books with Marteena Rodriguez-DrinnenWhat makes someone walk away from a legal career to write children’s books? In this conversation, Marteena Rodriguez-Drinnen shares her journey from juvenile court lawyer to stay-at-home mom and author.We talk about her decision to step into motherhood full-time, her plans to homeschool, and why she chose to create The Adventures of Tiny Tail — a gentle children’s book series that reflects traditional family values without being preachy or exclusionary.This conversation is for parents who care about the stories their children grow up with and who are looking for meanin...
2026-01-2626 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderFrom NBA Coach to Author: Brett Gunning on Purpose, Leadership, and the Right PathIn this episode, former NBA assistant coach turned author Brett Gunning shares the leadership, life, and purpose-driven lessons he’s learned on and off the court — and how those insights led to his On The Right Path book series and curriculum.From basketball to books, this conversation goes beyond the game and into what it really means to find direction, build character, and stay on the right path in life.We talk about:Why talent alone isn’t enough for long-term successHow coaching principles transl...
2026-01-1916 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderWhen a Child Isn’t Talking Yet: What Parents Need to HearGet I am Joshua - Let's Talk on Amazon https://amzn.to/4sC1lhV affiliate linkBate Ilondior's son did not speak much until he was 4 - kind of like Einstein. This set Bate on a quest to find solutions and a diagnosis. After several months of tests and speech therapy, her son started developing his vocabulary.This mom's journey through a language challenge with her son should inspire everyone to tailor education to their children.FREE PDF to...
2026-01-1223 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderAlex Faisman - The Sad Princess + Reading Buddy AppIntroduce your child to a realm in which a sad princess learns that spelling magic can happen. In The Sad Princess, author and illustrator Alex Faisman helps children make a connection between letters, sounds, and meaning.Get The Sad Princess on Amazon https://amzn.to/491eKqP [affiliate link]Other titles by Alex Faisman also available.Over 400,000 families have downloaded the FREE Reading App - The Reading Buddy. Read your child a story, or let the app read to your child while the words are...
2025-12-2227 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderTeri Farrari Interview - Maggie's Magic T-Shirt Book Series for Early LearningUnlock the secrets to early learning that truly inspires children with Teri Farrari, developmental psychologist, author, and natural health practitioner. In this interview, Teri shares her expert strategies for helping children build confidence, creativity, and resilience—essential skills for a happy and successful life.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Video:How to make learning fun, meaningful, and inspiringTechniques to nurture your child’s creativity and curiosityTips for fostering confidence and resilience in early childhoodInsights from Teri’s innovative early learning schools, featured worldwideWhether you’re homeschooling, supplementing your child’s education, or just looking for ways to make learning more e...
2025-12-1529 min
Crossroads with Jenny BushkellA Story of Healing, Forgiveness and Hope with Adriana Zoder and Melanie AzarconHer mother attempted to abort her, but God intervened in a miraculous way. The Lord has touched her life in so many ways and it's amazing how my two guests met! Today, Adriana's testimony is one of forgiveness, redemption, and hope—and it's incredible how her path crossed with Jenny's second guest, Melanie Azarcon, Partner & Church Liaison for Health Bridge Global. They are partnering to help build "Life Medical Hospital", a women's hospital in Romania so women don't have to resort to abortion for birth control. The plan is to care for women from conception to post birth.
2025-12-0149 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderBilingual Books with Heidy Espinosa FloresTeaching children a foreign language is very dear to my heart, as I learned several languages myself. I have taught my children several languages, as well. One of the tools in teaching foreign languages? Bilingual books. I have written some myself, and today I invite Heidy Espinosa Flores to tell us about her books, too.The Coco-Nuts' Holiday Story Collection presents English and Spanish vocabulary in a story form, as this family of coconuts experiences Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas together. Get the book here...
2025-11-0926 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderHow to Do Nature JournalingDiscover the transformative power of nature walks in this uplifting video from Homeschool Ways! 🌿 As a busy homeschool mom, I know how overwhelming life can feel—but stepping outside for a solo stroll or a family adventure can recharge your body, soothe your soul, and ignite endless learning opportunities. In this episode, I dive deep into the incredible benefits of nature walks: from boosting physical health and reducing stress to enhancing emotional well-being, sharpening mental focus, and fostering social bonds with your kids (or just some peaceful alone time for YOU!).I'll share practical tips...
2025-11-0710 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderSAIL Co-op - Adra and Jonathan Ludwig InterviewAdra and Jonathan Ludwig, homeschool graduates who are homeschooling their own two children, co-founded SAIL Co-op in Knoxville.SAIL stands for Symbiosis Arts Interactive Learning. It is a one-of-a-kind Christian arts school cooperative. SAIL provides a diverse array of courses that cover everything from learning the fundamentals of fine arts to pursuing a career in the entertainment field. The school's hands-on approach to teaching the arts allows students to actively participate in theatrical productions and visual media presentations throughout the academic year. The individual skills honed by each student...
2025-10-2624 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderSabrina Freeland - TeenPact Coordinator for TennesseeAre you looking for an exciting, interactive workshop to teach your children about how a bill becomes law, how elections are organized, and how our government works? TeenPact is an amazing four-day program for teens (or one-day program for younger kids) during which they learn by immersion. Every year, as part of TeenPact, your children will travel to your state capitol, tour the building, meet with legislators, and participate in mock elections and mock legislature. In this podcast episode, I interview Sabrina Freeland, a dear friend of mine who...
2025-10-2032 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderLydia Griffin Interview - First Homeschool Family in Sevier County, TNMeet Lydia Griffin of Sevierville, TN - a homeschool mom of three, who was also homeschooled herself as a member of the first family to ever homeschool in Sevier County, TN.Lydia and I met in 2018 through her hiking club and have found we share a love of nature, books, and all things homeschooling.Join us as we dive into such topics as what it was like to be homeschooled in the 1980s, when it was still illegal; how we tame the technology beast; what nature can do for...
2025-10-1432 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderHow to File FAFSA and CSSOn October 1, FAFSA and CSS opened for the 2026-2027 College Admissions season. However, the US Federal Government is shut down. What to do?In this episode, Adriana Zoder breaks down how she helped her son file both FAFSA and CSS for college admissions during a government shutdown.#HomeschoolJourney #HomeschoolMom #RelaxedHomeschoolingFREE Download: The Ultimate Checklist to Organize Your Homeschool in 1 Hour adriana-zoder.kit.com/organize.Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolWays/X https://x...
2025-10-1318 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderHow I Decided to HomeschoolEver laughed at the idea of homeschooling—only to end up embracing it as your life's calling? In this heartfelt episode of Homeschool Ways Podcast, I share my unexpected path to homeschooling. I knew nothing about it until college, where I initially dismissed it as a crazy concept. But everything changed when I met young people who had been homeschooled, read a book titled Better Late Than Early, and then had the incredible opportunity to work with Dr. Raymond Moore, the pioneering founder of the Moore Foundation and a true visionary in family-centered education. ...
2025-10-0715 minHomeschool Ways with Adriana ZoderUnplugged Tots - Interview with Hannah HagonWould you like to teach your small children how to code but are not interested in giving them yet another screen to stare at? In this video, I interview Hannah Hagon and her new book, Unplugged Tots.Unplugged Tots will show you activities you can implement in your home with your young children, using simple household items you already have.Hannah Hagon's book, Unplugged Tots, covers sequencing, logic, patterns and other skills necessary for coding through projects parents and children can work on together.Start small with baby steps...
2025-09-1329 min
The Radiant Mission114. Breaking Barriers: Adriana Zoder’s Countercultural Homeschooling JourneySend us a textDiscover the transformative journey of Adriana Zoder, a remarkable homeschooling mom, author, blogger, and newspaper columnist, as she reveals how she navigated her path from skepticism to advocacy in the world of homeschooling. Initially intrigued by the impressive peers she met during her college years, Adriana found herself guided by educational pioneer Dr. Raymond Moore. In this episode of the Radiant Mission Podcast, Adriana shares the intimate details of her decision-making process, the profound impact homeschooling has had on her family life, and how she and her husband came to embrace this educational...
2024-11-1957 min
Last Generation Magazine30.3 Timeless PrayersThe ancient beauty and diversity of the Psalms echo the prayers of our hearts and meet our spiritual needs. In this article, Adriana Zoder shares how the Psalms have impacted her own life and drawn her into a deeper relationship with God. Glean ideas for deepening your own connection with God!
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2020-03-1605 min
Bilingual Avenue with Marianna Du Bosq007: How one bilingual family is introducing a third language with Adriana ZoderOn this episode of Bilingual Avenue, I interview Adriana Zoder, a homeschooling mom, author, blogger and newspaper columnist! Adriana discusses how she is introducing a third language to her bilingual children, the challenges she has faced raising her children speaking English & Romanian and some wonderful proud parenting moments.
2014-11-0423 min