FPEA Connects

A Production of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

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fpea connects podcastThe FPEA serves thousands of homeschooling families in Florida, delivering a wealth of support, guidance and information to both new and longtime home educators. The “FPEA Experience” involves a banding together of homeschoolers to accomplish the task of developing academic and personal excellence by sharing resources, creating connections, enhancing relationships and breaking down barriers. Acknowledging there is no one “right” way to educate, the FPEA acts as an ambassador and champion, serving and protecting the rights and choices of all homeschoolers.

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OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

The Florida Parent-Educators Association exists solely to serve homeschooling families in Florida. It executes that mission through support for the legal right to homeschool, local school board education and interaction, support group networking, a state convention, local conferences and events, informative communications, and individual encouragement, all in accordance with Judeo-Christian principles.

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Off the Shelf: Summer Mom Reads

  Off the Shelf: Summer Mom Reads Episode 101 In this episode we talk about on of our favorite things – books.  More specifically, we discuss our some of our recent and future books just for you mom! Books and Authors Mentioned on Show Sharon’s list: Christy Barritt Lynn Shannon Dani Pettrey Susan May Warren […]

Rhthym

In this episode, we talk about Rhythm. Does your family have a rhythm? What is rhythm? What if your Rhythm is off? Can you reset your rhythm?

I’m So Overwhelmed

  I’m So Overwhelmed– Episode 99 Every mom has experienced it at some point or another! The feeling of being overwhelmed. Points Discussed on the Show Remove  ⁃    Step away ⁃    Go outside ⁃    Kids feel it too ⁃    Take a break Reflect  ⁃    In the moment ⁃    Is […]

Why All The Drama: Embracing Creativity

  Why All The Drama: Embracing Creativity– Episode 98 Help your kids find their passion in creativity. Sometimes, you accidentally fall into your passion! Encourage your kids to try new things, it just might be something they love! “Creativity doesn’t wait for that perfect moment. It fashions its own perfect moments out of ordinary ones.” — […]

Summer Reading List: 2021 Edition

  Summer Reading List: 2021 Edition– Episode 97 Summer is the perfect time to settle in with a good book. We have some great suggestions for your kids and you! Because reading is not just for kids! Grab a book, a bottle sunblock and head out to the water! Authors Mentioned on the show: Ginny […]

Plan Your Year

  Plan Your Year– Episode 96 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn and Sharon Rice for this episode where we discuss tips and thoughts on planning your homeschool year. Top priorities ⁃    Create a plan to plan ⁃    Implementing change ⁃    Creating routines Choosing the constants ⁃    Weekly things (play dates; family […]

The Secrets of Gardens

  The Secrets of Gardens– Episode 95 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn and Sharon Rice for this episode where we discuss the secrets of gardens. Looking back at childhood memories and what makes gardens special to us. We have some ideas on what you can do to introduce the magic of flower gardens to your […]

Pursuing Passions: A Reason to Homeschool

  Pursuing Passions: A Reason To Homeschool – Episode 94 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn in this episode where she discusses raising kids to follow and explore their passions. What this looks like, and how you can navigate your way to cultivating your children’s passions. She will answer common questions regarding this “method” of homeschooling. […]

Convention Planning

Convention Planning 101 – Episode 93 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn and Sharon Rice, as we walk through how to plan for FPEA’s Florida Homeschool Convention! 2021 is shaping up to be a great homeschool convention and we hope  you will make plans to join us! Register Here Check the links below to learn more […]

Convention Preview

Convention Preview – Episode 92 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn and Sharon Rice, as we walk through what to expect from FPEA’s Florida Homeschool Convention! 2021 is shaping up to be a great homeschool covnention and we hope  you will make plans to join us! Register Here Check the links below to learn more about […]

Managing Your Homeschool with Less Stress

Managing Your Homeschool with Less Stress – Episode 91 Join FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn and veteran homeschooler, Hannah Kartagener, as they look at ways to travel your homeschool journey with less stress. Topics Discussed on the Show Organizing Feeding People Schooling Staying Ahead of the Details Finding Your Quiet Space Finding Your Unique Way -FPEA […]

Hosting the Holidays

Hosting the Holidays – Episode 90   In this episode, we talk about some ideas and tips on how to host the holidays stress free!   Tips: Plan your menu Make a schedule Plan your table – create a table setting Don’t forget serving dishes Make a shopping list Prepart ahead – make and complete […]

Holidays: Off the Shelf

Holidays: Off the Shelf! – Episode 89   In this episode, we talk about some books for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Books Mentioned on the Show Dear America: Journey to the New World by Kathryn Lasky Cranberry Thanksgiving by Wende and Harry Devlin A Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles Schulz […]

Get Out and Play

Get Out and Play – Episode 88   In this episode, we discuss the importance of outside play. So take some time to get outside and play. Mentioned on the Show Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children How to Raise a Wild Child : The Art and […]

Fall Unit Studies

Fall Unit Studies – Episode 87   In this episode, we discuss Fall Unit Studies. Fall is the perfect time to take a look at Unit Studies.  Fall provides so many opportunities to take advantage of Unit Studies. Mentioned on the Show How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World Amelia Bedelia’s First […]

Wild Florida Spotlight: Key West

Key West – Episode 86   Travel Florida’s overseas highways to one of the most unique cities in the US. We highlight some of the interesting facts and history of Key West, FL. Key West is like no other. It is unique, rich in history and culture. Take a road trip with us as we […]

Break New Ground: 2020 Victory Gardens

Victory Gardens – Episode 85   We are living in interesting times.  Take a look a Victory Gardens with Suzanne. We talk about the history of the gardens and reasons your family should consider digging up  your own garden!   Learn More Here The Gardens of Victory Youtube Video Victory Gardens” for the pandemic Victory […]

Lighthouses of Florida

Lighthouses of Florida Episode 84 Florida’s lighthouses have provided constant beacons of light to sailors for many years, bringing them home safely. Effectively helping them to navigate the treacherous and sometimes dangerous reefs and jetties that must be avoided in order to reach our coastal paradise. It is inspiring to see the lighthouses, to hear […]

Wild Florida Live Free: Florida’s Homeschool Convention

Wild Florida Live Free: Florida’s Homeschool Convention Homeschooling Florida #NOREGRETS Episode 83 The Premier Event for Homeschool Families May 21-23, 2020 Rosen Shingle Creek Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, FL Make your plans now to join us in Orlando in May. This is the biggest and BEST homeschool convention in the nation. There is something […]

Florida Christmas Roadtrips

Florida Christmas Roadtrips Episode 82 Florida Christmas Roadtrips. As you probably already know, we love Christmas around here! In this episode, Suzanne lists some new places to visit for Christmas this year. Well, they are new to us. If you haven’t been, or are looking for something new to do this year, make plans to […]

12 Stories of Christmas

12 Stories of Christmas Episode 81 12 Stories of Christmas. It’s our favorite time of year! We love Christmas time around here. In this episode, we talk about some of our favorite Christmas stories… both books and on the big screen. Listen in for some great book and movie suggestions for your family this holiday […]

St. Augustine: A Fun Family Trip

St. Augustine: A Fun Family Trip Episode 80 FPEA will be traveling to Saint Augustine this November 1-2 to explore America’s oldest city! Saint Augustine truly is a fascinating trip for your family to take. There are over 60 historical sites in the city and many things to see and explore. Things such as the […]

Florida in the Fall

Florida in the Fall–  Episode 79   Let’s talk about Fall — specifically, Fall in Florida. It may not be the same as most other states, but we can certainly still enjoy the season. But, Florida does have theme parks in the fall! What better time of the year to go to the parks? Disney […]

Literature Based Homeschooling

Literature Based Homeschooling–  Episode 78 Join us we talk about the different approaches to homeschooling. Four ways to enjoy the stories. • you read aloud to the kids • one of the children reads aloud • the children read independently • you all listen to an audiobook together Whether you have all littles, all bigs […]

Homeschool Your Way

Homeschool Your Way–  Episode 77 Join us we talk about the different approaches to homeschooling. The beauty of homeschooling is it really gives us, the parent, the opportunity to teach our kids according to what works best for them. We all have different learning styles and interests. There are many education methods, and we discuss […]

Travel Journaling

Travel Journaling –  Episode 76 Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about Travel Journaling. Florida Summers – a perfect time for a staycation, or even a vacation. Have you kept a travel journal? This is a great way to both learn from the experience, but also to create lasting memories. In years […]

Florida Keys

Florida Keys –  Episode 75 Join Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn  and Sharon Rice to talk about the Florida Keys. Do you think the Keys is just for adults? We shed light on why the Keys is the perfect family destination.  FPEA just returned from our 2nd Fun in the Sun Field […]

Summer Reading List

Summer Reading List –  Episode 74 Join Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn  and Sharon Rice to talk about our Summer Reading List. What better time to sit back and relax with a good book? This summer, we want to enjoy a good book for the sake of enjoyment. So, we have some […]

Summer Playlist

Summer Playlist Episode 73 Join Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn  and Sharon Rice to talk about our Summer Playlist. What? Music?? No, not that kind of playlist. Although, music is often involved. In this episode, we talk about being intentional with fun during the summer. We discuss some of our favorite things […]

STEM and Marine Science with Sherri Seligson

STEM and Marine Science In this episode,  Sherri Seligson joins Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn to talk about STEM and Marine science what it is and how you can get excited about it and incorporate it into your homeschool. Specifically, focusing on Marine Science. Listen in and get excited about the many […]

Preparing for High School with Cheryl Bastian

 Preparing for High School with Cheryl Bastian Podcast #72 Does High School scare you? Are you concerned your children won’t be ready? Many people feel overwhelms at the prospect of homeschooling the high school years. Well, put those fears aside! You can do it! With a little planning, you will be ready to successfully teach […]

Gameschooling with Hannah Kartagener

Gameschooling with Hannah Kartagener Podcast #71 Gameschooling.. what? Learning with games. Since the beginning of time, children have learned through play. This was a fun topic to cover, because who doesn’t like games?   We are joined with Hannah Kartagener, who we consider to be a “game expert” and she talks with us about “Gameschooling” While […]

Busy Bags with Cheryl Bastian

Busy Bags with Cheryl Bastian Podcast #70 Cheryl Bastian joins us as we talk about Busy Bags! Which also happens to be a new workshop she will be presenting this year at Convention! About Cheryl Twenty-four years of homeschooling, eight children—ages twenty-eight to toddler— allow Cheryl and her husband Mike to journey alongside families at […]

Wild Florida Live Free: 2019 Convention

Wild Florida-Live Free 2019 Convention Podcast #69 Suzanne and I walk through the Convention program in this podcast. We look at some of the new events happening this year. We also talk about what parts of the program are very useful to new convention attendees.     I want to invite you to attend the […]

Parenting Beyond the Rules with Connie Albers

Parenting Beyond the Rules with Connie Albers Podcast #68 Connie Albers joins us today to talk about Parenting Beyond the Rules, which happens to be the title of her new book! We discuss the book and more specifically, how to deal with apps and children. What to look for and why it is important to […]

For the Love of Florida…Cruising with FPEA

For the Love of Florida…Cruising with FPEA Podcast #67   Welcome to episode #67 of FPEA Connects. We have a fun topic. We have been busy planning toward some upcoming events with FPEA. One of those awesome events is REFRESH FPEA Marriage Cruise 2020. Let’s just talk about cruising and the sunshine state because you […]

For the Love of Florida…Kennedy Space Center

For the Love of Florida…Kennedy Space Center Podcast #66 For the LOVE of Florida…..take two! Welcome to episode #66 of FPEA Connects. We talked last time about some of the earliest roadside attractions in Florida. Those that really cemented our tourist destination appeal….and several that you can still visit. So many of those attractions were […]

For the Love of Florida…Early Tourist Attractions

For the Love of Florida…Early Tourist Attractions Podcast #65 We thought it would be fun to have a love theme for our February podcasts…..so today the topic is……FOR the LOVE of Florida! Yes, Florida is beautiful……and I could just camp out right here. We live in a fabulous place. You know, since we’ve been doing […]

WILD FLORIDA SPOTLIGHT: Ybor City

WILD FLORIDA SPOTLIGHT: YBOR CITY Podcast #64 Travel with us to Ybor City!  Learn about the history and culture of this unique city. In this podcast, Suzanne gives us a brief history and what it’s like today, it’s cultural significance and how it to came to be. What influenced the city that we see today? […]

Best Weekend Ever FPEA 2019 Convention

Best Weekend Ever FPEA 2019 Convention #FPEA2019Convention #WildFloridaLiveFree Podcast #63 FPEA 2019 Conference Join us for your BEST WEEKEND EVER! There are so many reasons to attend FPEA’s annual homeschool convention. Listen in, as we tell you all about our upcoming convention. What’s new? Why should you attend!  Our convention offers more than you will […]

Wild Florida Spotlight: Citrus

Wild Florida Spotlight: Citrus Podcast #62 “Little Orange Bird, in the sunshine tree, won’t you think of something sunny just for me? Think a funny thought or a sunny word, that will make me happy, Little Orange Bird.” These words to the Orange Bird song, always make me think sunny thoughts and remember the days […]

Reclaim Thanksgiving

Reclaim Thanksgiving Podcast #61 Where did Thanksgiving go? Too often, Thanksgiving gets skipped right over. October 31st – Halloween – November 1st Christmas! Let’s reclaim Thanksgiving and learn about what makes this holiday so special. Take time to enjoy this holiday with your family. Reclaim some of your childhood family traditions. Create some new traditions […]

Wild Florida Spotlight: Clewiston

Wild Florida Spotlight: Clewiston Podcast #60 FPEA has developed Florida History Adventures+ Bundles in an effort to bring the study of Florida History (plus other exciting studies) right to your inbox. Through this new monthly bundle, FPEA members will have access to Florida History, Science, Geography, and Literature in the form of unique unit studies […]

Fall Bucket List

Fall Bucket List Podcast #59 It’s Fall! Time to look at a Fall Bucket List. This is a favorite season is to get outside and explore. Find some great Fall crafts, and participate in many community events. We discuss some of these things and give you some ideas to get your Fall bucket list started. […]

Incorporating Life Skills

Incorporating Life Skills Podcast #58 In this epidsoce, we discuss incorporating life skills into your homeschool day. It is so important to pass on those life skills to our children. Homeschoolers have a unique opportunity to learn life skills in the home on a daily basis. Incorporating those lessons throughout the day in your homeschool […]

Our Morning Time Basket

Our Morning Time Basket Podcast #57 We look at using a morning time basket in our homeschool routine. What is a morning time basket? How is it used and why? We have lots of morning time pins on our Pinterest board here   Books we mentioned on our show: Piecing Together The High School Puzzle […]

Introducing: FPEA’s Florida History Adventure+ Bundles

Introducing: FPEA’s Florida History Adventure+ Bundles Podcast #56 Homeschooling in Florida? Don’t forget to include Florida History as part of your students curriculum. This may not be so easy! Until now! We are SUPER excited to offer our NEW Florida History Adventure+ Bundles! This episode we will go over some of the details you can […]

Tool Time

Tool Time Podcast #55 It’s that time of year again! Back to Homeschool!  This makes it Tool Time.. Who else is excited? It’s always fun to get ready for the new year. Kids enjoy it as much as parents! Don’t go into the new year unprepared! In this episode, we take a look at the […]

Get Out the Vote

Get Out the Vote Podcast #54 In this podcast, Suzanne and Sharon look at the importance of voting. We look at ways to be more civically involved and why it is important. Get out the Vote! As Florida’s homeschooling association, we recognize the importance of knowing about who our representatives are. Who will be writing […]

Staycation

Staycation Podcast #53 It’s Summer time!! In this podcast, we look at ways to take a vacation without leaving home! Take a STAYCATION. There are many great ways to enjoy your time off while not leaving home. A staycation is friendly on the family budget too! Explore your area and get to know your state […]

Summer Unplugged

Summer Unplugged Podcast #52 It’s Summer time!! And it’s time to get unplugged!! Remember the lazy days of summer when you were a kid? Before the time of all the electronics and devices? Want to help your kids create some lasting memories? Help your kids unplug this summer! Listen in as we talk about a […]

Unpacking After Convention

Unpacking After Convention Podcast #51 We hope you attended the FPEA Homeschool Convention this past Memorial Day weekend. If you did, you may understand just how overwhelming and FUN it can be! Suzanne and Sharon discuss things to do when you come home from Convention and you need to unpack! You may have made many […]

What Does Homeschooling Look Like?

What Does Homeschooling Look Like? Podcast #50 Wondering what homeschooling looks like? Join Suzanne as she discusses what it does and does not, look like. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state […]

You Can Do It

You Can Do It! Podcast #49 Do you ever get discouraged? Wonder if you can homeschool? Feeling bogged down? Not sure what you are doing? Listen in to this weeks podcast, for some encouragement and tips. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about […]

Convention: The Ultimate Resource

Convention: The Ultimate Resource Podcast #48 Are you interested in attending a homeschool convention? Every year the FPEA hosts a convention Join us as we discuss everything Convention! Tips for both new and seasoned Convention attendees! Learn about who should come and why! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. […]

Pitfalls of Testing

Pitfalls of Testing Podcast #47 Join Suzanne for this sensitive yet very important topic of testing. What are the pitfalls? How did we get here? We will take a look at how testing has evolved over the years, whether it is important to education and what we can do! Please join us as we travel […]

Journal Time

 Journal Time Podcast #46 In this episode, Suzanne discusses the importance of journaling. Anyone can journal! Join us as we look at the reasons WHY journaling is important, WHAT and HOW you can journal. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida […]

Politics and Culture: Teen Edition

Politics and Culture: Teen Edition Podcast #45 In this episode, Suzanne has a conversation with her son, Ethan, about politics and culture. They talk about the importance of being engaged and some of the opportunities available. Join Ehtan and Suzanne for this podcast, and get engaged! Please join us as we travel along this journey […]

Making Travel Work

Making Travel Work Podcast #44 In this episode, Suzanne will talk about some of the ways to make travel work in your homeschool. Both for you and your children. Traveling is a great addition and resource for homeschooling families to take advantage of. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast […]

Why Travel

Why Travel Podcast #43 In this episode, Suzanne will talk about some of the reasons travel is important. Both for you and your children. Traveling is a great addition to your homeschool program. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent […]

Banish the Beast

Banish the Beast: Strategies to Successfully Navigate the Homeschool Year January to May! Podcast #42 Feeling that mid-year slump? Struggling to get out of the rut? Listen in for some strategies on how to avoid this common pitfall and Banish the Beast Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. […]

Pass the Torch

Pass the Torch Podcast #41 In this episode, Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about the importance of passing on the values of homeschooling, learning about legislative processes, getting involved and valuing the freedom and legacy of  homeschooling.  Pass the Torch to future generations! Teach these important freedoms to your family. Please […]

A Christmas to Remember

A Christmas to Remember Podcast #40 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I […]

Crafting Christmas

Crafting Christmas Podcast #39 In this episode, Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about crafting for Christmas. Even for those who aren’t “crafty”.. redefine what crafting means and include your talents and strengths this season! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn […]

Family Holiday Traditions

Family Holiday Traditions Podcast #38 Join  Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn as she discusses some of her family’s holiday traditions for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Get some great ideas on things you can incorporate into your family’s traditions and why these are important. Please join us as we travel along this […]

Destressing the Holidays

Destressing the Holidays Podcast #37 Join  Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn for a discussion on making the holiday season more manageable and fun. She offers tips and suggestions on making the most of your holiday season, Thanksgiving-Christmas. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get […]

Homeschool in Florida: It’s Easy!

Homeschool in Florida: It’s Easy! Podcast #36 Join  Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn for a discussion on homeschooling in Florida. Learn about how easy it is to homeschool in the sunshine state. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the […]

Life Interrupted? Get Back on Track!

Life Interrupted? Get Back on Track! Podcast #35 Has your life been interrupted? Things not going as planned? No worries! We are here to help. Join  Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn for ways to get back on track. Tips and advice on planning your year to avoid getting off track, or how […]

Planning Your Homeschool Year

Planning Your Homeschool Year Podcast #34 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks to Hannah Kartagener about planning the homeschool year. Listen in for tips and advice on how to play your year from veteran homeschool moms. Planning some times involves planners! Something we love at FPEA. This year, FPEA […]

Exploring Florida’s Marine Environment

Exploring Florida’s Marine Environment Podcast #33 Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn to talk about some of the places in Florida to explore Marine science. There are many resources in Florida to explore this field of Science. Listen in and see what Florida has to offer! Make plans to join us this September […]

STEM and Marine Science

STEM and Marine Science Podcast #32 In this episode,  Sherri Seligson joins Florida Parent Educators Association’s (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn to talk about STEM and Marine science what it is and how you can get excited about it and incorporate it into your homeschool. Specifically, focusing on Marine Science. Listen in and get excited about […]

Homeschool Prepping

Homeschool Prepping Podcast #31 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn and Sharon Rice talk about getting ready for the new year. Join us for tips and advice on prepping your home and family for the upcoming school year. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast […]

Mom Summer Reboot

Mom Summer Reboot Podcast #30 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about the importance of moms taking a break to refresh and renew! It’s important that you take time to renew yourself. Listen in for some great tips and inspiration! Please join us as we travel along this journey […]

Moms Read Too

Moms Read Too Podcast #29 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about the importance of moms reading too! We spend a lot of time thinking about our children reading, that we often forget that moms read too! Listen in for some great tips and inspiration to read this summer! […]

Build Your Summer Reading List

Build Your Summer Reading List Podcast #28 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses ways to build your summer reading list.  Summer is a great time to expand your library. And what a wonderful time to spend reading some new and old favorites! Please join us as we travel along […]

Summer School Fun

Summer School Fun Podcast #27 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about Summer school fun!  Summer is an excellent opportunity for adventure and refreshment! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and […]

A Day in the Glades

A Day in the Glades Podcast #26 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about things to see and do in the Florida Everglades!  Come along with us, as we take a trip to some of these Florida landmark and make plans to visit them this summer! Please join us […]

Florida National Historic Site

Florida National Historic Sites Podcast #25 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses some of the great resources Florida has to offer, specifically some of Florida’s national historic sites. Come along with us, as we take a trip to some of these sites and make plans to visit them soon! […]

Two Moms Talk Convention

Two Moms Talk Convention Podcast #24 In this episode, two moms talk convention-   Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn and Tanya Wang talk about Convention.  They discuss tips and advice on how to best navigate the convention, whether your brand new or a veteran attendee.   Please join us as we travel […]

Teaching Early Learners with Cheryl Bastian

Teaching Early Learners with Cheryl Bastian Podcast #23 How do you teach early learners? In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks with Cheryl Bastian about ideas and thoughts on homeschooling preschoolers. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about […]

The Wonder of Childhood

The Wonder of Childhood Podcast #22 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn looks at learning and growing during the early preschool years. Early childhood is full of opportunity for exploration and learning. Growing during the early years, is a building block of the foundation of education. Children learn through play, […]

A Day at the Capitol with FPEA

A Day at the Capitol with FPEA Podcast #21 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discussed FPEA’s Day at the Capitol and looks at learning about government and getting involved.   Also, MEMBERS – Download your free Day at the Capitol Unit Study Bundle HERE Please join us as we […]

Florida Fieldtrips: Take 2

Florida Fieldtrips: Take 2 Podcast #20 In this Part 2,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn takes you through some more places to visit in Florida with your family. Stay tuned to future podcasts for more places in Florida to visit! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast […]

Florida Fieldtrips: Part 1

Florida Fieldtrips: Take 1 Podcast #19 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn takes you through some places to visit in Florida with your family. Stay tuned to future podcasts for more places in Florida to visit! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s […]

It’s Real: The Mid-Year Slump!

It’s Real: The Mid-Year Slump! Podcast #18 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about ways to conquer and plan for that mid-year slump. Practical ideas and inspiration. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent […]

A Family Christmas

A Family Christmas ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all thro’ the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar plums danc’d […]

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of The Year

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Podcast #16 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses the MOST WONDERFUL time of the year! Listen for tips and ideas on ways to make the most of this holiday season. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our […]

It’s Fall Y’all

It’s Fall Y’all! Podcast #14 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about homeschooling through the Fall season. Listen for many fun ideas and inspiration. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and […]

Special Needs Homeschooling – YES You Can!

Special Needs Homeschooling – Yes You Can! Podcast #13 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about homeschooling your special needs child. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the […]

Homeschool Mentors: Why They Are Important

Homeschool Mentors: Why They Are Important Podcast #12 “Show me a successful individual and I’ll show you someone who had real positive influences in his or her life. I don’t care what you do for a living—if you do it well I’m sure there was someone cheering you on or showing the way. A mentor.” — […]

Education Methods: Unschooling and Delayed Academics

Education Methods: Unschooling and Delayed Academics Podcast #11 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses Unschooling and Delayed Academics approaches to homeschooling. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the […]

Education Methods: The Principle Approach™️

Education Methods: The Principle Approach™️ Podcast #10 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses the Principle Approach. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida. If […]

Back to Homeschool: Organizing Your Homeschool

Back to Homeschool: Organizing Your Homeschool Podcast #9 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn talks about ways you can best organize your classroom and homeschooling year.  There is even a shopping list included! Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn […]

Education Methods: Unit Studies, Charlotte Mason and Learning Lifestyle

Education Methods: Unit Studies, Charlotte Mason and Learning Lifestyle Podcast #8 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses the Unit Studies, Charlotte Mason and Learning Lifestyle education approaches. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent […]

Traditional and Classical Education Methods

A Look at Traditional and Classical Education Methods Podcast #7 In this episode,  Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses the Traditional and Classical homeschool education methods. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling […]

Educational Methods Overview

Educational Methods Overview Podcast #6 The Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn discusses several of the homeschool education approaches and provides a brief description of each one. Look forward to future episodes, where she will go into further detail of these methods. Please join us as we travel along this journey on our […]

Finding A Great Support Group

Finding A Great Support Group Podcast #5 The Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn gives reasons and advice on finding a great support group.       Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling […]

Choosing Curriculum That Works For You

Choosing Curriculum That Works For You Episode 4 Curriculum!! ahhhhhhhh …. Choosing a curriculum is probably one of, if not the biggest fear of new homeschoolers. In this podcast, we walk you through choosing curriculum that works for your family. Tips and advice on selecting the right homeschool curriculum. Move past the fear of selecting […]

Making The Most of FPEA Homeschool Convention

Making The Most of FPEA Homeschool Convention Episode 3 Join FPEA Chairman, Suzanne Nunnn, as she takes you through tips and suggestions on how to make the most of FPEA’s homeschool convention.  Whether it is your first time or your 10th time, these tips will help you make the most of your experience! We hope […]

Starting Point: Homeschooling in Florida

Starting Point: Homeschooling in Florida Podcast #2 New to homeschooling in Florida? Want to know more about how to get started? We can help. In this episode, Suzanne discusses what is required and how to get started homeschooling in Florida. Visit each link below and carefully read the all the information to better understand Florida […]

Florida Parent Educators Association

Florida Parent Educators Association- FPEA Connects – An Introduction About Who We Are! Podcast #1 The Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) Chairwoman, Suzanne Nunn introduces FPEA and herself in this first episode.  The Florida Parent Educators Assoc. has helped families homeschooling in Florida for many years. FPEA Connects is a brand new podcast to help […]

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