Our Children Do NOT Stand A Chance **Warning - The School System Is The Problem 

I’m a retired elementary teacher (as of January ‘21) and I home school a set of triplets that attend my church. It. Is. AWESOME!!!! For them AND for me! ❤ We go at our own pace and the flexibility on both sides is so very nice! I get to still satisfy my “teaching bug” and supplement my retirement income a little bit. They get a super low pupil/teacher ratio and a curriculum and teaching style geared specifically for them. Added bonus: the parents don’t have to pay a fortune for a private school tuition. It’s a complete win/win for all of us! Find a retired teacher who still loves teaching, but is tired of “the system” if you don’t think you can teach your kids yourself. It’s wonderful! ❤

I started homeschooling in the mid 80's, when it was extremely frowned upon. You didnt dare leave your home with your children until after 3:00. It was still an underground movement in our community. No one wanted to be turned in for truancy. We belonged to HSLDA ( Home School Legal Defense Association - attorneys that would go to court if needed for you).We also belonged to several co-ops which offered a variety of classes. I have Never regretted those years (K-12 for 3 children). It was a wonderful season in our life!

Amen to this ! I homeschool my 14 year old son and he has so many more life skills than public school kids and is not brain washed from the things that are common right now in public schools

I was a 90's homeschool mom in Colorado and I approve this message! No regrets!

My oldest daughter has two girls and two boys and has always home schooled her children. The oldest just graduated last week and was the valedictorian of his class and earned a presidential scholarship for college which he will be attending in August at TN Tech in Cookeville and majoring in computer science. All her kids are great in behavior and also active in their church. Makes me feel Blessed!

I homeschool my teen and she graduates this week. I love that I can teach her cooking, sewing, home repairs, absolutely anything and everything.

We homeschooled our three kids in the 90's. We now have 10 grandkids homeschooling! We teach two of our grandkids. Best thing we ever did!

We have homeschooled for 10 yrs. It was one of those few times I heard God speak clearly to me.

I love the comment “you chose to have these children, it’s your job to raise them”. I wish more parents took responsibility for their kids

I have home schooled my son for 10 years. We started in 1st and he is almost ready to graduated high school (he will be done with course work except geometry this year). We tried 1st but by Thanksgiving we pulled him. It was the best decision we ever made!!! I can adjust what I teach him by what his interests are. I can adjust when he wants to do school work which is usually 10-11 o'clock at night. That's okay. That's when he learns the most. Living in AZ there are very few "rules". You must teach 4 subjects and then it's up to you. I create my own diplomas, report cards, records. I don't have to file any reports. It's time for me and my son to connect. He is learning about gardening and chicken raising to an extent. He's learning the importance of chores and why they have to be done. He understands that God is the center of our life and to Him be the glory. Would I do it again? YES!!!

Your kids are lucky to have you and Jen for parents! 😃

1 benefit of homeschool I realized this year was I got to set the math book aside for a few months, and we focused on times tables and division. He was struggling, and we were able to just focus on that. We can make up the book work over the summer. We can also choose or create curriculum that fits how he learns. We love home school.

not just at school now some commecials on TV literally turn my stomach and really not things a small child should even see

I totally agree. I homeschooled my son from day one and he married a homeschooled girl; now they are homeschooling my grandchildren. It is the way God intended for families. I have never heard a homeschool family regret it. The rewards are above and beyond anything you can imagine.

there is a reason for them not teaching cursive that tells me nothing is gonna need a signature

I was a homeschool mama,then a homeschool grandma now the second batch of grandkids are here and I am asked once again " Can you homeschool our kids mom" the answer is always the same. I have 30 years experience homeschooling and I believe it is the best choice. We schooled on ability not age. Just because you turn a certain age doesn't mean you magically ate at the same level as your peers. When people ask "what grade are your kids in ", I would ask "What subject ?" You see kids learn at different rates and not all subjects are easy or hard for them. Well I could be on this soap box all night. If there is a will there is a way.

Thank you Zach. I dont have kids and parents always shame me because im not a parent. I tell this all the time to parents. Parents today let society raising their kids and wonder kids has abandoned and behavior issues Parents need to be more involved your kids life. During lockdown, i offer to homeschooling Toddlers and kids so they wont fall behind. Parents told me i dont know nothing about raising kids. I said i dont need to be a parent to read, write, maths etc..Thats common sense.. Whenever God Bless me with childrens, i always want to homeschool my kids. Growing up in public schools was bad. You cant learn everything, because teachers have to deal with disruptive children that take up the entire class time. I saw the corruption in school from some teachers, school board etc. Teacher would tell me, they wish parents help them with their homework etc.

Didn't get to homeschool my son as I was a single parent and didn't live close to family. But my son has 4 kids. The 3 oldest went to public school. And are already out of school. But their youngest son has been homeschooled since he was 10. His mom works from home so is able to to teach him. He has done So much better for the last 4 years!!

I've been homeschooling for 15 years and boy is it not for the faint of heart! Lol now that I have teens it's gotten even harder for me to get them excited about learning and so many days I feel like a complete failure but then I meet some public school kids or hear stories of 10-12 year olds doing crazy things and I take a sigh of relief knowing we've done the right thing and it was all worth it even if we arent perfect. Public school is just the fastest way to kill a childs spirit and when I was my daughters age I was doing/selling drugs, having s*x and eating disorders, was suicidal and exposed to things I shouldn't have been and I'm so incredibly grateful and proud that my kids are happy, healthy, responsible, calm, modest, independent, creative deep thinkers that are doing age appropriate things! Side note, scouting has been great for my kids and for anyone interested, there are girl and coed troops now. My oldest is currently a crew captain sailing around Saint Thomas😊 I was worried they would miss out on things like public speaking, leadership, conflict resolution, working for a team/the greater good, ceremonies for achievements etc. but scouting has checked every box we needed, hallelujah!🙏 As far as socializing, it's really not difficult. Local churches often have programs and we also do sports, classes, go skating and swimming, hang out with neighbors and attend camps and events. Homeschooled kids are always mature(and nurturing to littles) bc they're used to socializing w all ages and that's one of my favorite things about the social aspect. And like you mentioned, having the world to yourself during school hours is positively amazing! It's also way cheaper bc a lot of places have discounts for homeschoolers like trampoline centers, wonderworks, children's museums, skating etc. And when you just want to travel, it's not only cheaper but so relaxing to have the place all to yourself w no lines! We typically only travel in Oct or jan/Feb to miss all the holidays/summer and its amazing how much you can save in the off season! The kids and I stayed in Costa Rica for a month on $10/day and that's just not possible during the busy seasons. We also spent 2 winters in a beachfront condo in Destin while working on our house bc the rent for the entire winter was less than 2 weeks in summer lol

Wow you are right on!

I have 3 kids in public schools 11th,9th and 6th. Everyday I’m disappointed in something within the school systems. We were told by the school that if we chose to homeschool our kids wouldn’t be allowed to play school sports with their friends. This video definitely hit me hard ! 😢

I've been homeschooling for 16 years. We have done classes and co-ops and I feel like we have found a good rhythm. All four of my homeschooled kids have played Competitive Christian Homeschool Basketball. It has been such a character builder as well as keeping them in shape. I am so glad I listened to God's voice and my husband listened to me all those years ago. I have had valuable time with my kids. I see so many kids lost in this crazy world we live in. My kids know who they are and are very grounded in the Lord

As a teacher, I appreciate you pointing out the real problem, which is beyond our control. I teach at an alternative high school, which is where they end up “usually” due to not being able to keep up in the big classrooms and the system. Parenting (or lack of) is also an issue that causes so many kids’ problems, and don’t even get me started on our mental health system!

I would say “molding” isn’t the best description. Because it implies that they have to be a certain way to be acceptable. I would say “preparing”. Implying that they have been taught the skills to make the best possible decisions or handle the complex situations life can bring. I only bring it up because I believe Jen & you genuinely think the same thing and I think it adds to the meaning ✌️💕

Preach brother, preach! ❤ 1000% We sold everything and moved across country to afford to homestead. We have been homeschooling from the start. Our children are innocent and should be protected at all costs. We only get one shot at raising them! Now if we could find some grandparents to adopt. Future goals. Sending lots of love to everyone!

There are so many programs. We did it, and it worked great for our son. They provided the computer, paid our internet, and had teachers online that were great to work with. He graduated with the ability to start college and test out of classes and already have college credits.

I agree with you! I think if possible all children all children should be home school. I’m a old lady now if I was raise children I would home school. God bless you both

My mother threatened CPS unless I put my child back into public. That was one of the GREATEST mistakes of my life. Your children are so blessed to have you!!!

Great conversation to have! My daughter has been homeschooling for three years now! It's not always the easiest but I feel like it's best for her!

All of my children attended public school and have gone on to college to be professionals, I think it's important to expose kids to real world life, but most importantly teach them how to speak up against things that are not inline with their beliefs, core values and morals. Teaching children to think for themselves and being able to identify indoctrination will benefit them in the real world as working adults. Exposure to things in life that we may not agree with, can actually be a learning experience in and of itself. I believe there can be silver linings to both homeschooling and public school. The most important thing we can give our children is love, sound advice, along with teaching good values and morals, and respect, for not only themselves but others too. And above all knowing God!❤

cheers to YOU and JEN !!! whoo hoo!! I'm a homeschool Mom of 10-- 9 have graduated and the last one will finish this next year--and all own their own businesses - one went to college that needed additional education- this is one of the best heart to heart conversations I have heard--- thank you- may God keep leading you all-

I’m 63 years old I feel like I wasted my life. I wish I had you guys skills and would of had a husband that was on the same page. God bless you guys I admire you very much . Keep going speak the truth ❤

Pulled my daughter out in 9th grade during covid best decision I made soo wish I had of done it sooner. I didn't realize how much she was taught things against our beliefs and how left behind she was.

Homeschooling is amazing. It isn't super hard to know what needs to happen for you to afford to stay home. The hard part is actually doing it, we hand washed and line dried laundry for a long time, tossed the dish washer, turn your backyard into a garden for food........ heck, maybe you have to go on food stamps for a bit while building that garden and getting a plan together for dairy in your yard. It's ok, just go for it, you will not regret it at all.

I loved your barn talk. So much truth that needed to be heard. I hope my great granddaughters parents decide to home school. The one on one teaching is a huge plus to learning.

the school system is why i homeschool my grandbabies no thanks we teach them more than they will ever learn in school

I was not homeschooled, but as a child, I always spoke easier with adults than children because of being an only child and not growing up in a subdivision or apartment complex with a bunch of children. I homeschooled each of my three children at different points of their scholastic times for different reasons. My youngest is going into 10th grade and I offer home school to him every year because I want him to be here instead of in public school. The whole digital learning that happened during the shutdowns set a lot of children back in learning because a lot of parents didn't (or weren't able to) fill in the gaps. I feel that my time with my children is so precious, I want to teach them all I can and share learning experiences with them. Regardless of whether the children in your life are planned or unplanned, they are true blessings. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective!

I hit the wrong button deleted it. So I'll short cut now enjoy your videos your face lights up when you talk about your family and your farm. May Yasuha bless you abundantly with your family and your farm. 😇😊😇😊

I homeschooled my daughter and tge grandson i raised. I put my daughter in public school for 8th grade because i was newly divorced and didnt feel i could work and homeschool. I never had so many problems with her ever. I am proof that you can work and successfully homeschool too.

I helped homeschool my two granddaughters and they are now in their 20's. I was talking with the older one the other day and she told me that they both feel the education and flexibility of the learning style they had was wonderful. We would go to the market and they learned about where food came from; about feeding their body so it would be strong; how to take care of plants. This was a stepping stone for life experiences (school does not prepare you for life experiences). As far as being social--there was no bullying or peer pressure. They had dances they could go to. They were in soccer and ballet. They both had musical lessons. Every summer there was a weekend conference where you can choose a curriculum based on the individual child's learning ability. I helped my daughter-in-law home school and I am so grateful for that opportunity. The experience created a bond that was different than being a grandma; we actually did things together.

My kids went to PS. All 4, same school system all the way through. Youngest graduated before the school system became worse... Common core. Oldest kids in High school got up at 5:30 to take the bus at 6:30. Then due to bus schedules arrived an hour before school began. The kids were all given t-shirts with their graduation year on it. Not HS graduation, but also 4 years of college.. College was pushed hard. No wood shop, metals, agriculture, home ec. They all graduated but lacked learning in common real life situations. Bookkeeping, budgeting, addressing envelopes. etc. There are subjects taught now in PS that I feel are wrong. Told my kids to live near home so I could baby sit and homeschool.

Erin loved finding out y’all use the curriculum like she did. Homesteaders pretty much think alike. I love RayRay can milk the cow. My little Marigold is my right hand. At 3 yo she has fed the chickens & gathered eggs all by her self. 💜💜💜 Blessings, debby

You guys have got this figured out! I used to homeschool my toddlers and they used to be super intelligent and sharp, they knew how write and read and do some simple math even prior going to school...but then came the time that they had to go to school and I had to work outside...I quickly began to noticing some changes and although they did well and still above the average, I was not happy with the results that I saw. It felt like they were getting trained to be something else other than their authentic selves. Anyways, they ended up graduating with mostly A's from high-school and attend at the School of Arts (College), and yet, I will always regret not being able to homeschool them instead of sending them to public school. There's a huge difference between those who attend to public schools and those who are homeschooled. In my opinion, those attending public schools are getting indoctrinated and "Programmed" versus those attending homeschooling who are most likely getting trained to freely express their true selves in life's.

Absolutely great advice! And you are right… homeschool DO know how to talk to adults better than public school kids. I’ve seen it!

Well said! I have never regretted homeschooling! It definitely gave my son a solid foundation! He is now 33

My nephew will be 5 in June . They diagnosed him with mild Autism ,he is a smart little guy and knows more than I know. Because he is around Adults most of the time he goes to a co-op class where they teach life skills and he is with other kids plus because of the way schools are they are homeschooling him. I am so thankful they are doing this. He has chickens and all money he makes goes to him and he feeds and cares for them. They are raising him right. I wouldn't dare put a child in Public school this day in time.

Zach, that was an excellent video! I agree with you 100%! Thank you for sharing your heart! You and Jenn are great parents! Love y'all! ❤❤

I understand the logic behind this video in several ways. But, I can also say as a person who was home schooled the majority of my life it was torture. I am still incredibly socially awkward even at the age of 42. I love to hear about children who really enjoy it. I hope that it is really their enjoyment and not something they have been taught that they "should" enjoy. Speaking from my personal experiences only. I should also add that I was not given an option to learn in my own way or follow my own paths of interest. It was very much indoctrination.

❤Best barn chat yet, & they’re all good, but this was gold! God bless you for sharing truth!❤

HalleluYAH 💝... It takes your VILLAGE to raise your little TRIBE members... Love you STIVE TRIBE ❣️🗝️🕊️

Thank you for having the barn chats. So I'm new to homeschooling, But you bring up some really good points to figure out. Like I'm not even sure how to register for homeschooling or if I have to register with our state. Everything seems so confusing but I think it's just because I'm so new to it all.

The school system in our country (USA) is in total and utter shambles. The school system and their facility are in consent fear of being sued for this or that. Who's at fault? We all are. These parents want this and those parents want that. It's a system trying to accommodate all wants of the people, which is impossible. As the saying goes, "You can satisfy some of the people some of the time, but you can't satisfy all the people all the time." There is total chaos in the school system of today. “Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!” With that being said. I was/am a homeschool mom to my 3 children all graduates of homeschooling. And by the way, most of our homeschooling had taken place in the state of North Carolina a very lenient state to homeschool in. They were some great years. I miss it so much, being and learning with my children. I highly recommend it. So grateful that the Lord blessed us with the privilege of taking responsibility for our children. For people who are even just a little bit thinking of homeschooling. Be light of heart. There is a ton of curriculum that will take you step by step in teaching if that's what your needing. I heard a mom of a public school child make a comment, "Parents have no business schooling, we need to leave that up to the professionals." I wanted to remind this mother, parents are their child's first teachers and their lifelong teachers and influencers and our children are failing under the "professionals". Also, what constitutes a professional for her? Someone with a degree? Experience? Will as far as experience goes? We have all been educated either in school or at home. Learning as it has always been is in the will and want of the pupil of any age, old or young. You are very capable of teaching your children scholastics as long as you are willing to learn as well. Teachers, of all types everywhere, are willing to learn and continue to learn throughout their lives. When my oldest came home to be schooled at the end of 6th grade, he didn't know basic grammar and his math skills had no foundation. I was a parent like many others thinking sending him to school was taking care of his education. That was very ignorant of me and I am the one who is at fault for not making sure my son was being educated and I taking on the responsibility of his education. He grew in his foundational scholastic skills very quickly being schooled at home and continued to excel. The most important skill you can teach is THE LOVE OF LEARNING. If you can teach the love of learning then all is so much easier and you will have lifelong learners. You go Stivers, and have a great time on your journey with your little ones. Blessings

Only just found your channel and you warm my heart, I'm pretty new to herbs but love everything I'm learning, at 53yrs old I've finally took my life back ❤🎉

I wanted to home school my Granddaughters so badly, but my daughter-in-law won’t even discuss it. It terrifies me that they are learning garbage. My older Granddaughter is already looking at colleges, and that terrified me even more. I did teach them to read & write cursive. I didn’t give their parents a choice on that one. I did it as a game whenever they stayed the weekends with me. 👍🏻

All my kids and stepkids are grown thank the lord but now we have to worry about our grandchildren. I pray every day for all our young children of the USA. So scared for them. May God bless them all that they make the right decisions in there life in Jesus name AMEN 🙏❤

Agree. I see a major difference in my grandkids. Homeschooled ones are independent minded, make better life decisions, community minded & are very creative. The others are like robots.

Retired biology teacher. Subbed some n I have to say I. Late 1980’s. They started PC indoctrination in form of character development in what they called advisory. Got worse n worse as years went in. We were required to do this. Provided with handouts to give students. Started with acceptance and tolerance. Anti bullying etc. got worse n worse. After 19 years substituted some n kids so much worse. Don’t do any good to call home. Only reason most parents( except “A” students ) wanted to communicate is if they thought we were not giving their child enough attention or upset in some way. If child misbehaved it was teachers fault. Most at risk students do not have a two parent household. Students respected teachers more than they did parents. Wouldn’t believe how students talk to their parents. Administration doesn’t support teachers. It’s bad all way around. I would NEVER advise a student to go into teaching as a profession l. NEVER!!! And most intelligent people do not.

Absolutely fantastic video. I shared this with my daughter who is homeschooling. It will give her much encouragement. Her daughter is just in kindergarten right now

This will be our first year homeschooling. I am so happy to get my kids out of the school system

The problem is that every single human believes that one size fits all is okay, so long as it's their size. If your school is liberal leaning, liberal folks have no issues, and if your school is pushing religion & 10 commandments, right leaning folks have zero issues. NOBODY is willing to meet in the middle & compromise. 👀

Great encouragement! Thank you! Now that we're older, my hubby and I wished we had homeschooled! Make it happen, even if you think you can't afford it! You can't afford not to anymore. You will not regret it. Also, highly recommend teaching cursive- that way, our founding documents and letters can still ne read!!

Hello from Maryland! Proud homeschooling mom! A senior about to graduate next week, a rising 7th grader, and a rising 3rd grader!

We started homeschooling last year. I'd never go back and I have 5 kids. :-D Its not hard in NC.

I'm 71 and SOOOO greateful my two girls are in their mid 30's and for the majority of their school years we lived in a small rural town, Henryville, Indiana. Great schools and access to good church run day cares. After a divorce we moved back to Louisville, Ky. when one was starting middle school and the oldest was starting high school. I was blessed to make enough money that I could move to a community that had good public schools in our district. I would so hate to have small kids in today's public school system.

I wish all parents were as responsible as you, society would be a much better place.

We just got back from our weekly homeschool meetup at the park, and I noticed a new video! The perfect activity during our mid afternoon wind down time.

I was home schooled in the 80s . I thank my parents greatly for this. They are farmers also. No I'm not the smartest person out there, but I know way more than my public schooled peers.

Thank you for you words.... I have been homeschooling since COVID happened. And this year I have been struggling it's been good but it is hard as well. I have 4 kiddos and one who is slowly turing my hair white. I have been second guessing our choices. But this has reminded me why we are doing it. And everytime I look at the school systems it just doesn't sit well... I know it is best. My eldest went to public school and feel behind in reading and Through homeschooling we have been able to make great strides. I am afraid to even think where he would be if we kept him in school. But money is tight and we went through a bad spell last year that we are still recovering from financially and emotionally. But it will be okay we are slowly getting back on our feet. It will help so much once we have a second vehicle and I can take the kids places during the week. But thank you again.

I grew up in Christian private schools. My children went through public schools. My last child graduated in 2018. All three of my children are productive young adults their careers are petroleum terminal operator, teacher and an RN. I am a history teacher in the public school. It is very difficult times to be a teacher in post Covid society. If my children were in school today, I would have homeschooled all three with all these new home school curriculums. I pray everyday that god will help me impact a child during their time in my classroom. I am happy that more parents are homeschooling their children. I raised my children in a different time period plus we are military and moved around a lot. Blessed that our children survived the public school system.

When your working on a farm, and homesteading, it ends up being a lot longer than an 8 hour day, the difference is, when you love what your doing, it doesn’t seem so much like work! I mean everybody has their hard days no matter what you work at, but I would much rather Homestead, and farm, as to go to a 9-5 any day! It’s simply something we love though! I know you guys do to, it’s definitely not everyone’s cup of tea, I can’t imagine my sister on a farm! 🤣🤣🤣 if my kids were school age again, I would definitely homeschool, this world is totally upside down compared to me growing up, man, I wish we could flip a switch and make everything simpler in life outside of the home and farm! God Bless!

I homeschooled my granddaughter during Covid for a while when her school had to close. Her mom can’t homeschool and she is enrolled in a private Lutheran school which we agreed to get her to daily. It is sooooo different than the public schools and I thank God for the staff there every day. Don’t know if this is typical for a private Christian school but she definitely benefited from it. I wasn’t able to homeschool my kids in the 80’s, but if you can, do it.

I am just like your daughter. I always thought tests were filled with questions that were tricking me because they were too simple.

Homeschool is the only way to educate our children. I would urge everyone to go ahead and get the ball rolling NOW for the upcoming school year!!

Thank you for spreading this important information. I worry so many parents are working to make ends meet that they dont have the time to hear this. My daughter has a 6 yr old homeschooling. She also reads alot about whats being taught in publuc schools that she doesnt agree with. They struggle on one paycheck, but make do. Prayers for you and your wonderful family. You can make a difference by speaking up.

God bless you!!

I really enjoyed this barn chat. I have a couple more years until i can retire. I have 3 grandchildren, 11, 8, and 17 months. I wish i could retire now and homeschool them all. I work with them at home, and we lived on an actual farm. That is my goal, to start homesteading and raise the children on the farm with me, doing homeschooling.

Same with my 2 girls. Pulled my oldest out in the middle of 1st grade and my youngest never even went. They are night and day as well, with my oldest needing more direction because she overthinks everything, my youngesy just grasp things automatically. Too many issues with schools, both public and private.

I loved homeschooling. Taught all 3 my children. Now grown they are working and doing good. My daughter went to college and a Park Ranger. My oldest a driller, and Michael always loved farming. My daughter had me a grandson looking forward to teaching him.

Great argument for home schooling!

maybe choose a private school with smaller classes and provides your core values.

Preach!!! Homeschool is the best thing you could ever do for your kids.

Been homeschooling for almost 15 years now. Couldn't agree more Zach, we have kids and they are our responsibility. I "unschool" which is just a silly name for teaching kids outside of traditional curriculum. Our kids know so much more educated and (most importantly) they problem solve better than their public education peers. In fact, my teens public school friends look to her for tutorship for their schooling! Keep preaching this, it's an important message!

Who is responsible for raising children, the parents or the schools? Now, you have your answer for wherein lies the burden of responsibility.

I wished I had homeschooled my children.

My 6yr old was struggling in public school... she has adhd and the school thinks I needed to medicate her... I said no she just needs extra help and a calm down space... once they listened to me, she's focused and now has caught up. I'd love to home school,but my patience is thinner in my old age...

Thanks so much for covering a very important topic. i'd start by getting some feedback from say a member of your church that you know homeschools and asking for some helpful tips.

My grandson taught himself to write in cursive

My kiddos are homeschooled they’re 14 and 10 they’ve never been in school ever. My kids can say they never been bullied never been verbally abused and never felt ugly or belittled. I can say I have experienced all of the above and worse! My husband and I decided after we had 4 kids to go through public school we won’t have anymore kids unless they can be homeschooled and praise God I am a witness to their self esteem not being crushed them not feeling horrible ever. We decided on downsizing our lives and we only needed his income. We now live on a farm God worked it out!! Thx for this topic Zac I don’t really talk abt this because parents snap at me and say they can’t sacrifice a income and that I’m on a soapbox but I only tell them I have been on both sides and emotionally it’s a difference. 🙏mom of 7 and proud new homesteader and they aren’t socially awkward weird lol none of the stereotypes

Absolutely great advice. You are so right. I’m a great grandma and if I had children at this time I would home school. Schools are scary with the directions their agendas are going.

I don’t watch all of your videos,because I don’t Ave the time to do so. But I enjoy when I do watch you guys. U are 💯 cent right, I am on your side , and I love your family 🙏🙏👍👍❤️❤️

I want to homeschool my granddaughter....shes almost 3. We are looking into rhings now. I dont eant her being programmed

Excellent video everyone needs to watch at

I am 61 and have homeschooled my 2 youngest grandchildren for several years- I felt the need (God)speak to me about the dangers today- physically mentally and spiritually for their health- they do very well- they also learn homemaking- farm life- bible - crafting- home repair and approved curriculum based on how they learn- tennessee has many options but the children have to be tested

Live in Middle Tennessee, and I will be homeschooling our children next year. What you're saying, Zach, is SO ABSOLUTELY CORRECT! Would love to take a road trip and come meet ya'll 1 day.

I think my core values align with your's and Jen's. Unfortunately, half the population doesn't share them. Sigh.

I knew a family from the town I was raised in. They lived on a farm and did homeschooling. They learned math through cooking and sewing and helping to figure how much soy beans to purchase for their acreage, girls and boys both. They all learned engineering and mechanics by working on the farm equipment. They all had a hand in making quilts with figuring the different patterns using the different angle cuts. They also learned about the animals and helped with the birthing of the larger, cows, horses and pigs and the smaller lambs and chickens. They had a couple who didn't understand cursive so they were told to "draw" their names since they were so talented in art. They learned the through different verbiage. And with some of the things they are having to put up with due to others preferred pronouns, and some of the teachers, it's scary . Those kids the homeschooled ones became vets, engineers and textile artists and chefs.

Amen! Thank you a subject that needs to be talked about. Sending love and light.

I started homeschooling my Granddaughter since 6grade and she love's it and she is not being brainwashed and they teach them stuff that they don't need to know

Been homeschooling for 15 years. Best decision I've ever made. Been homesteading for 20 years...before all this madness was occurring in society. Funny how your gut decisions can guide you in the right direction. Had no idea that what we were doing for all of these years would be so incredibly wise and valuable. Great video! Love your relatable channel, you guys are real, love it!

I didn't get a chance to homeschool my children and already have made my mind up to offer to homeschool my children. I'm the one that wishes we could make a little town, have a general store filled with goods made by the townspeople, one room school, one room church, barber, seamstress (me), nurse/pharmacist (me), etc. I would Love it!!!