Zan Tyler Podcast: Thriving in Your Homeschool

What should you do when a diagnosis lands in your lap or a learning struggle persists? A diagnosis is not a verdict. Zan Tyler welcomes back longtime friend and educator Beth Moore for a conversation about testing, early intervention, IEPs, 504s, and creating a student education plan for your child. They share practical ways to identify needs, adapt curriculum, and build a homeschooling approach around your child’s strengths without becoming ruled by labels or mom guilt. Greater understanding can lead to helpful support, renewed confidence, and more joy in your homeschool. SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/207-beth-moore     LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

How can you help a child who learns differently truly thrive? Zan Tyler sits down with longtime friend and educator Beth Moore, who spent 25 years teaching in public, private, and homeschool classrooms and homeschooled her own two children with ADHD and dyslexia. Together, they discuss neurodivergence, the strengths often hidden within learning differences, and the support children need to succeed. Your child may learn differently, but with patience, understanding, and the right tools, they can flourish.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/206-beth-moore   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

What happens when homeschooling feels too hard to carry, but too important to let go? Zan Tyler welcomes Caleb and Tamara Wheat, known as Doin’ It with a Dozen, to share their remarkable story of loss, love, blended family life, and returning to homeschooling after a year in private school. From the everyday logistics of PB&J sandwich-making to the bigger questions of grief, discipleship, and family life, Caleb and Tamara share the deeper encouragement every homeschool parent needs: you do not have to do it perfectly for it to be worth it. Choose the hard that keeps your children’s hearts close.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/205-caleb-tamara-wheat   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

As we are poised to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American freedom, don’t miss this riveting discussion of the history of homeschool freedom, and the very real current threats we are now experiencing around the country. At the Homeschool Montana convention, Zan joined fellow homeschool freedom pioneers Mike Farris, Heidi St. John, and Steve White for a candid panel discussion about where we've been, what we almost lost, and what's at stake right now. Zan shares the moment a state superintendent threatened her with jail, the midnight prayer that turned a legislative battle around, and her urgent warning that homeschool freedom is never as secure as it feels. Gain fresh courage to stand firm, show up, and pass this hard-won legacy of freedom to the next generation.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/204-zan-tyler   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

Are your children ready to stand firm in a culture that pulls them in every direction? In this keynote presentation at the 2026 Montana Homeschool Convention, Zan Tyler traces the thread from Harvard's Christ-centered beginnings to today's cultural confusion and shows why biblical worldview training matters more than ever. Through personal stories and decades of homeschool experience, she encourages parents to stay rooted in God's Word and raise children who know God, think biblically, and serve Him faithfully wherever He calls them.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/203-zan-tyler   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

How quickly can homeschool freedom disappear? Zan Tyler and Caleb Price examine two headline-making developments in Connecticut and New Hampshire that reveal just how quickly homeschool laws can change. They also discuss why discipleship remains at the heart of homeschooling and the responsibility parents have to steward freedom well. As they reflect on the future of home education, Zan and Caleb highlight why homeschool graduates continue to demonstrate the academic, leadership, and character qualities our culture desperately needs. Freedom is never guaranteed. It must be understood, protected, and passed on to the next generation.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/202-caleb-price   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

Are homeschoolers actually better prepared for the future? Zan and Ginny Yurich, founder of 1000 Hours Outside, discuss the high school years, entrepreneurship, and the changing world today's children are growing up in. They share why flexibility, creativity, and real-world skills matter more than ever as traditional career paths continue to shift. Ginny and Zan also talk about raising capable young adults, helping teens discover their interests, and why homeschooling gives families unique opportunities to prepare children for life beyond graduation.  If you've ever wondered whether homeschooling is truly preparing your child for the future, this conversation offers both practical ideas and encouragement.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/201-ginny-yurich     LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

Can one simple change transform your homeschool and your family life? For this special 200th episode, Zan welcomes back Ginny Yurich, founder of the global movement 1000 Hours Outside and the very first guest ever featured on the podcast. Together they celebrate five years of conversations while reflecting on lessons they've learned about homeschooling, parenting, and what children need most. From the power of outdoor play and productive boredom to the value of hobbies, movement, and skill-building, Ginny and Zan share why the ordinary moments of homeschooling are often where the real growth happens. They also encourage parents who wonder if they're doing enough and explain why the rewards of homeschooling are often seen only with time.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/200-ginny-yurich   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

Why are so many children and teens struggling with anxiety today? Zan Tyler and Dr. Roger Smith discuss the growing mental health challenges facing families and the unique ways homeschooling can nurture emotionally healthy children. They talk about smartphones, social media, play, strong family relationships, and the importance of real community in a disconnected culture. Zan and Roger also offer thoughtful guidance for recognizing when a child may need additional help. You’ll come away encouraged that small, intentional choices at home really do shape your child’s emotional health and future.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/199-roger-smith   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

How much influence do parents really have in their children’s lives? Zan Tyler and Dr. Roger Smith, pediatrician and internist, talk about the kind of relationships that shape children for the long haul. From choosing doctors you can trust to building a home filled with laughter, Roger shares why he and his wife became fully committed to homeschooling and never looked back. Zan and Roger also discuss the growing pressure many homeschool families feel today and why parents should not underestimate the power of being present, engaged, and deeply connected to their children.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/198-roger-smith   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

What happens when homeschooling looks nothing like you expected? Stephanie Price, mom of five, joins Zan to share the surprising lessons she’s learned after five years of homeschooling — from letting go of public school pressure to discovering how each child learns best. Together, they talk honestly about hard days, mom guilt, flexible rhythms, and why a mother’s peace shapes the atmosphere of the whole homeschool. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing enough, this conversation will bring fresh freedom and encouragement.   SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/197-stephanie-price   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

Is homeschool freedom truly secure now that it's legal in all 50 states? HSLDA President Jim Mason says the answer might surprise you. As America marks its 250th anniversary, Jim and Zan trace the founding vision of "the pursuit of happiness" and why it places the family at the center of a flourishing society. They also name the real ideological threats facing homeschoolers right now, and why small infringements left unchallenged become big losses. Your homeschool freedom was hard-won, and this conversation will remind you why it's worth fighting for. SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/196-jim-mason   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan

A simple act of kindness changed the course of Dayle Annand's life and has impacted generations. Now a 22-year homeschooling veteran and Outreach Director for MACHE, Dayle joins Zan to talk about living out your faith where it matters most — at home. They dig into keeping your homeschool rooted in biblical truth and why your state homeschool organization may be the most underappreciated resource you have. Your everyday faithfulness carries more weight than you realize. SHOW NOTES https://zantyler.com/podcast/195-dayle-annand   LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2  CONNECT WITH ZAN & FOLLOW HER ON SOCIAL Website: https://zantyler.com/podcast  Instagram: https://instagram.com/zan_tyler_podcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/ZanTylerHomeschool  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thezantylerpodcast  Twitter/X: https://x.com/ZanTyler  SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL https://bjupresshomeschool.com/zan