A weekly show to encourage fathers to assist in homeschooling their children and help them and their kids get the most from this very rewarding activity. Homeschooling is becoming more and more popular and can be an effective way educating a child.


The Homeschool Dad Podcast
Helping dad's to help their homeschool

HSDP - Episode 014 - Field Trips
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
11 Sep 2007 at 10:59am
Gas up and get ready to take the kids on a field trip this week. What a great opportunity to share a day with your kids experiencing new and exciting things! Feedback at 206.888.4464 or TheHomeschoolDad@gmail.com ~Rick
HSDP - Episode 013 - Art Class
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
4 Sep 2007 at 4:58pm
This week we enjoy the wonderful world of art, from lumps of clay to the Smirking Mona Lisa. Feedback line is 206.888.4464 or thehomeschooldad@gmail.com.
HSDP - Episode 012 - Test Time!
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
27 Aug 2007 at 3:39pm
This week I look at tests, both annual and unit tests and how a dad can be a great help. I will also discuss that difficult issue for some of mandated testing. Agree/Disagree? 206.888.4464 or TheHomeschoolDad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 11 - Road Trip!
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
17 Aug 2007 at 2:28pm
This week on The Homeschool Dad Podcast we look at making the most of the time that we have with our kids in the car.  As always, send feedback to thehomeschooldad@gmail.com or call at 206.888.4484
HSDP - Episode 010 - Getting Started!
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
13 Aug 2007 at 4:46pm
This week we take a little look at the beginning of the home school season and what dad’s can do to make it the best. 206.888.4484, TheHomeschoolDad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 009 - Going Digital
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
6 Aug 2007 at 5:43pm
This week we tackle that fantastic issue of using technology in the home school. Something for everyone!!! 206-888-4464 - Comment Line (one of those voice mail things), or e-mail me at thehomeschooldad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 008, Let?s Play!
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
30 Jul 2007 at 2:30pm
This week we look at some fun and creative ways to be involved with the lives of your homeschool kids.  Plus some reader feedback. Give us a call at 206-888-4464 or e-mail at thehomeschooldad@gmail.com p.s. Running out of bandwidth, had to remove a couple of earlier episodes to make space for this and the coming episodes.
HSDP - 007
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
23 Jul 2007 at 2:42pm
Give a Little Bit. This week we look at the little things that you can do around the house to make the home school the best that it can be. Comment line: 206-888-4464 or thehomeschooldad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 006 - Being a Dad
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
18 Jun 2007 at 2:41pm
This week we look at the top ten reasons to have a good relationship with your children. Voice Mail line 206.888.4464, TheHomeschoolDad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 005 - Celebration of Homeschool
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
11 Jun 2007 at 3:44pm
This week we discuss the celebration of homeschool! Here is the link from the podcast for Chris Cardiff’s excellent article: http://www.homeschooloasis.com/art_the_seduction_of_hsing_fams_cardiff.htm Listener feedback line: 206-888-4464 thehomeschooldad@gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 004, Support for the Homeschool
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
6 Jun 2007 at 3:07pm
This week we tackle the issue of supporting the homeschool. Emotional Support Physical Support Time Support Financial Support Listener feedback line is 206.888.4484 or e-mail at TheHomeschoolDad@Gmail.com
HSDP - Episode 003 The Homeschool Vacation
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
31 May 2007 at 3:51pm
Pack your bags and join me this week as we discuss the homeschool vacation. What is it? A time to have fun with your family while educating at the same time. It is a vacation with a purpose.
HSDP - 002 - Family Reading Time
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
21 May 2007 at 3:01pm
This week we take a look at reading aloud to your family and how to make it really fun!
Thanks for getting this started
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
13 May 2007 at 8:18am
Just a couple of words of thanks on a couple of things. First, thanks to my family for encouraging me after the fact (I didn’t tell them I was doing it until it was published). Next, thanks to Podcast Themes, they provided the “bump” music that starts the beginning and end of the podcast. Cool [...]
The Homeschool Dad Podcast - 001
by thehomeschooldad@gmail.com (Rick Abbott)
10 May 2007 at 6:23pm
This is the first of our weekly podcasts for the homeschool dad. Call in at 206.888.4464 or e-mail thehomsechooldad@gmail.com with your comments and suggestions. This week’s tip - The Dice Game!