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Inspiring, Character-Building Stories from History: 4th-8th Grade Readers with Author, Marilyn Boyer

Release Date: 04/15/2024

Ken Ham: Evolution & Millions of Years Ideology has Eternal Significance

Master Books Podcast

In this insightful episode of the Master Books podcast, Jennifer White sits down with Ken Ham, founder of Answers in Genesis, to explore the powerful themes in his newly updated release, . Ken shares why the message in The Lie is more relevant than ever as he connects evolutionary thinking and the concept of millions of years to today’s societal shifts, including views on gender, sexuality, and the sanctity of life. Together, they unpack how these ideologies have weakened the Church's influence and eroded the foundational belief in God as Creator. Ken discusses the “crumbling...

The Biblical Response to Critical Race Theory with Christian Author, Bryan Osborne

Master Books Podcast

In this insightful episode, host Jennifer White sits down with author Bryan Osborne to discuss his groundbreaking new book, Woke Injustice: The Biblical Response to Critical Race Theory. Together, they explore how Christians can navigate the cultural and relational challenges posed by critical race theory (CRT) and provide biblically grounded responses to this controversial topic. Woke Injustice is more than just a critique; it’s a call to action for the church to reaffirm its commitment to the sufficiency of Scripture and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Bryan is joined by a panel of guests who...

Teaching American History Through a Biblical Lens: Homeschool Insights with Angela O'Dell

Master Books Podcast

In this episode, host Jennifer White interviews award-winning Christian homeschool curriculum author Angela O’Dell to dive into her popular , a comprehensive history curriculum designed for students ages 8-11 (grades 3-6). Angela shares her heart behind creating this dynamic series, her approach to teaching American history from a biblical worldview, and how homeschool families can engage their children in the incredible story of the United States. Angela discusses the elements of this homeschool curriculum that parents and students like the most and why they work so well. You will learn...

Courage to Stand: Discipling Your Family to Overcome in a Culture of Fear with John Stamper

Master Books Podcast

In this inspiring episode of the Master Books podcast, host Jennifer White talks with author John Stamper about his latest release, . Designed for Christian homeschool parents dedicated to family discipleship, this powerful conversation delves into nine real-life stories of bold Christians throughout history who stood firm in their faith amidst intense cultural pressure. John shares how his personal experience as a former homeschooler and public school teacher shaped his commitment to teaching families how to courageously live out their beliefs. Tune in to discover why...

Homeschool Bible Curriculum Teaches Foundations in Worship through Hymns

Master Books Podcast

In Episode 81 of the Master Books Podcast, we focus on , a standout homeschool Bible curriculum designed specifically for junior high and high school students. This unique Bible study curriculum dives deep into hymnology, helping students explore the rich scriptural truths found in beloved hymns. Through the study of hymn writers and their faith, students gain a deeper understanding of God and the Gospel, empowering them to articulate their own faith with confidence. With lessons that can be completed in 20-40 minutes a day over five days a week, this one-year homeschool Bible curriculum is an...

Back to School Blessing for Christian Homeschool Families

Master Books Podcast

Join us for a special "Back to School Blessings" episode of the , where we offer encouragement, Scripture, and prayer to kick off the 2024-2025 homeschool year. Hosted by Matt Ubl, this episode features insights from CEO Jerrod Vaughan, and beloved authors like Angela O'Dell, Kristen Pratt, and Marilyn Boyer. Highlights: Seek God's strength and presence daily in your homeschooling journey. Recognize God's role in every subject you teach. View homeschool as a mission field and an investment in your children’s spiritual and academic growth. Apply James 1:22 to your homeschool. Be doers...

Parenting Christian Kids to Stand for Truth in a Postmodern World with Andrea Crum

Master Books Podcast

Andrea Crum, author of , joins the Master Books podcast to share parenting advice from her new book! This is a vital resource for Christian families navigating today's culturally chaotic society. Grounded in biblical truth, this book empowers parents to equip their children with worldview and apologetic skills and practical guidance, ensuring they stand out as devoted followers of Christ like a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. Andrea offers comprehensive insights into social issues like feminism, gender and sexual identity, race conversations, and more, helping parents nurture a...

New Homeschool Handwriting Curriculum and the Science Behind It ⭐Handwriting: A to Zoo⭐

Master Books Podcast

In this week's Master Books' podcast, homeschool curriculum author, Carrie Bailey, discusses Handwriting: A to Zoo for students in first and second grade. In this episode, Carrie discusses: Important benefits to teaching handwriting The features that set Handwriting A to Zoo apart from other penmanship courses. How this Christian homeschool curriculum honors God. The brain science incorporated into the lessons of Handwriting A to Zoo. . Handwriting: A to Zoo by Master Books offers a biblical homeschool curriculum for grades 1-2, perfect for developing correct letter formation and fine motor...

Inspiring Young Scientists: Homeschool Edition with Author, Carrie Lindquist

Master Books Podcast

Carrie Lindquist, author of Master Books top-ranked , shares the importance of hands-on learning activities when teaching homeschool science. Lean in as Carrie explains how easy and important it is to add these fun learning assignments. Lets Talk Science sets homeschool families up for success with the memorable experiments throughout the series. Learn More About Let's Talk Science This talk was featured in the . Topics covered in this podcast include: The Importance of Hands-On Learning in Science Courses - Benefits and impact on student engagement and understanding...

The Big Book of Math: 15 Foot Timeline of Math, Science, and Technology with Kate Hannon

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Author Kate Hannon joins the to reveal her latest mathmatical homeschool resource: The Big Book of Math. This historical timeline of math, science, and technology comes in the form of a book of panels that can be viewed one at a time, spread out on a table or floor, or hung on a long wall for families to enjoy for years to come. In this podcast episode designed for homeschool families and educators, you will enjoy discover: 9:31 - How to use Big Book of Math in your homeschool day 11:13 - Learn how to incorporate the guide included in the back of the book. 12:56 - How to use the Big...

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Homeschool mother of 14 children and homeschool curriculum author, Marilyn Boyer, joins the Master Books podcast to introduce her What a Character: Notable Lives from History series of books for 4th-8th grade students.

This series is perfect for family read alouds, independent reading practice, and as a supplement to homeschool history, science, geography, and language arts courses. In this episode, Marilyn shares:

The importance of using stories to help children learn.
The importance of having a true representation of history as opposed to an edited version.
Inspiring biographical stories of a war hero, an extraordinary animal hero, and Thomas Edison.

The series includes the follow books that offer 10 stories each.

America's War Heroes
Inventors & Scientists
Extraordinary Animal Heroes
America's Famous Spies
Heroes from the War of Independence
Famous Women in History

You can learn more about this amazing series of character building readers at this link. https://www.masterbooks.com/what-a-character-series

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