Introduction

The Learning Styles

If a Kid is Struggling to Learn

Resources for You

How does your child learn and process information? Cynthia Tobias and Jim Daly explore different learning styles kids have. Also, John and Danny provide encouragement for if your child is struggling with discouragement because he or she is struggling to learn things in school. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
The Way They Learn
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
Discovering Your Child's Learning Style (Digital)
Counseling Consultation and Referrals
Learning Styles: Different Kinds of Smart

How does your child learn and process information? Cynthia Tobias and Jim Daly explore different learning styles kids have. Also, John and Danny provide encouragement for if your child is struggling with discouragement because he or she is struggling to learn things in school. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-09-01?refcd=2525003">The Way They Learn</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/bqij5i">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/aauxvj">Discovering Your Child's Learning Style (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/6xc82q">Counseling Consultation and Referrals</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/u9eozb">Learning Styles: Different Kinds of Smart</a>

Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will help you feel equipped as a mom or dad in today’s culture.

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How Your Child's Mind Learns

How Boys & Girls Show Disrespect

When Teens Don't Respect

Choose to Forgive

Helpful Resources

Is your teenager being disrespectful to you? Danny and John cover the different ways boys and girls can show disrespect towards parents. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. John Townsend discuss what to do if your son or daughter isn't giving you proper respect. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Your Teens (Digital)
Speak to a counselor 
Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster

Is your teenager being disrespectful to you? Danny and John cover the different ways boys and girls can show disrespect towards parents. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. John Townsend discuss what to do if your son or daughter isn't giving you proper respect. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/18bsk5">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-your-teens-digital-product/?refcd=2521902">Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Your Teens (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/wo7acn">Speak to a counselor </a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/55nljs">Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster</a>

If a Kid Disrespects You

Are You Flexible?

Be Less Rigid

If You're a Rule Follower

Parenting Resources

Do you consider yourself a rule-follower or a go with the flow type? Melissa Hannigan joins Jim Daly to encourage moms and dads to be more flexible. Also, John and Danny provide some encouragement to parents who are more bent towards following the rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
Inconvenient Parenting
Parenting Styles Quiz
Instilling God-Given Qualities into Your Children (Digital)
Speak to a counselor 
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

Do you consider yourself a rule-follower or a go with the flow type? Melissa Hannigan joins Jim Daly to encourage moms and dads to be more flexible. Also, John and Danny provide some encouragement to parents who are more bent towards following the rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-08-25?refcd=2521106">Inconvenient Parenting</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/51ci5t">Parenting Styles Quiz</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/instilling-god-given-qualities-into-your-children-digital/?refcd=2521106">Instilling God-Given Qualities into Your Children (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/2v71c9">Speak to a counselor </a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/blsh8k">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>

Stay Flexible, Give Yourself Grace

Is it a challenge for you to keep the house clean? As we approach a new school year, Kristi Clover and Jim Daly offer young moms some encouragement for how to teach kids to clean. Plus, John and Danny will give some guidelines for how to make cleaning fun, even if you kid doesn't want to do it. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

M.O.M.: Master Organizer of Mayhem

Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family (digital)

Avoiding Chore Wars

Listen to Focus Live on the Godcaster app 

Is it a challenge for you to keep the house clean? As we approach a new school year, Kristi Clover and Jim Daly offer young moms some encouragement for how to teach kids to clean. Plus, John and Danny will give some guidelines for how to make cleaning fun, even if you kid doesn't want to do it. Find us online at <a href="http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast." data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast.</a> Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-20?refcd=2519303">M.O.M.: Master Organizer of Mayhem</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/dmqeej">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/simple-ways-to-organize-your-home-and-family-digital/?refcd=2519303">Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family (digital)</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/3a4ct0">Avoiding Chore Wars</a>
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