Fill Your House With Books

Fill Your House With Books

By: Anna Symonds

Language: en-us

Categories: Arts, Books, Education, Self Improvement, Kids, Family, Parenting

📚 Christian & Wholehearted Literature From Our Home Library to Yours📖 Book Reviews & Recommendations✨ Family Discipleship Encouragement - Amazon Affiliate Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/fillyourhousewithbooks

Episodes

#22: Creating Rhythms For More Reading Time With Your Children
Jan 09, 2026

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In the episode, join Anna in discovering ways you can help get into reading rhythms with your little ones. 

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Duration: 00:36:31
#21: Audiobooks and Audio Dramas Your Family Will Love
Aug 14, 2025

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In this episode, Anna introduces some of her family's favourite audiobooks and dramas and shares tips regarding incorporating them into your family routine.

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Duration: 00:23:22
#20: Movies and Series for the Christian Family
May 05, 2025

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In this episode, Anna recommends some excellent films and television series that Christian families will enjoy for entertainment and fun together. What's more, Anna aims to recommend material that will have spiritual or educational value (or both in the best case) so that these fun times will also be edifying to your family's journey with Christ. 

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Duration: 00:38:50
#19: A Chat With Sarah Clarkson
Feb 05, 2025

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In this episode, Anna sits down for a lovely chat with wife, mom, and author, Sara Clarkson!

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Duration: 00:36:55
#18: Interview with Douglas McKelvey
Jan 14, 2025

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In this episode, Anna talks with the author of the 'Every Moment Holy' liturgical prayer books, Doug McKelvey. Doug shares valuable insights regarding practicing the presence of God as a family and the heart behind this precious series of books. 

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Duration: 00:36:09
#17: Helping Our Children Navigate Emotions With Author Christina Fox
Dec 15, 2024

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In this episode, Anna welcomes her first-ever interview guest, children's author Christina Fox. Together they discuss how to help our children navigate difficult emotions. 

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Duration: 00:38:32
#16: Cozy Read-Alouds For Fall
Nov 24, 2024

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In this episode, Anna shares some cozy read-alouds perfect for the colder and darker part of the year. Grab some hot chocolate (or your other favorite hot beverage), snuggle up with your little ones, and get inspired with great recommendations! 


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Duration: 00:31:32
#16: Cozy Read-Alouds For Fall
Nov 23, 2024

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In this episode, Anna shares some cozy read-alouds perfect for the colder and darker part of the year. Grab some hot chocolate (or your other favorite hot beverage), snuggle up with your little ones, and get inspired with great recommendations! 

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Duration: 00:15:25
#15: Learning About the Reformation With Your Kids
Oct 20, 2024

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It's Fall again, and you know what that means: it's time to celebrate the Reformation! In this episode, Anna talks about books and creative ideas you can use to educate both yourself and your children on the enriching topic of the Reformation. You do not have to be an expert on the history of the people and places to start; just let these books lead the way as you learn alongside your kids! 

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Duration: 00:39:26
#14: Books To Include In Your Child's Education
May 01, 2024

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In this episode, Anna shares several books that have been impactful and helpful teaching resources in her homeschool journey. 

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Duration: 00:15:15
#13: How To Incorporate a Second Language - Tips From a Bilingual Family
Mar 14, 2024

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After a long winter hibernation, Anna is back with season two of the "Fill Your House With Books" Podcast! In this episode, Anna talks about how families with multiple countries of origin can begin incorporating their second language into the daily lives of their children.  

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Duration: 00:30:33
#12: Making the Most of Homeschooling with Toddlers
Nov 16, 2023

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In this episode, Anna talks about how we as homeschooling mothers can learn to make the absolute best out of homeschooling older children while simultaneously caring for a toddler(s). Yes, it is a challenge, but through the Gospel, we can find strength to face each new day of parenting with joy and expectancy. 

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Duration: 00:30:30
#11: My Sally Clarkson Favorites
Sep 19, 2023

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In this episode, I do a deep dive into some of my favorite titles from Sally Clarkson. Listen in as I share why these books have deeply impacted my faith, motherhood, and homeschooling experience. 

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Duration: 00:36:57
#10: How to Make Reading Aloud Times a Miserable Experience
Aug 17, 2023

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We moms can probably all relate, right? We want to make reading to our children a priority, but right about when we are ready to begin, things start happening that detract from the atmosphere. Join me in this episode as I share from my own failures and successes on this journey. 

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Duration: 00:13:57

#9: The Homeschool Mom's Library
May 01, 2023

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As homeschool moms, we have it on our hearts to fill our children's minds and hearts with high quality literature. But what about our own hearts and minds? Are we receiving encouragement and actively seeking out more mature homeschool moms to learn from them? Books can be such wonderful mentors. 

In this episode, I share some of my favorite books for homeschool moms. Remember Charlotte Mason's words: Let the mothers go out to play!


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Duration: 00:21:34
#8: Why I Love Buying Books Used and Tips on How to Find Them
Mar 24, 2023

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In this episode, Anna shares about her love for used books and gives practical tips on how to find them without breaking the bank.

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Duration: 00:18:23
#7: Turning Meal Times Into Discipleship Times
Feb 19, 2023

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In this episode, Anna talks about the amazing opportunity we have before us each and every day to disciple our children for Christ as we share meals together. 

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Duration: 00:19:05
#6: How To Read More as a Mom
Feb 02, 2023

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In this episode Anna shares practical tips on how you can add more reading time to your daily life. 

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Duration: 00:15:39
#5: The Book-Loving Mom (Creating a Book-Lover Atmosphere in Our Homes)
Jan 15, 2023

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In this episode, Anna talks about what we can do practically to become book-loving moms, thereby inspiring our children to become book-lovers themselves. 


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Duration: 00:38:41
#4: Christmas Markets, Books, and Family Encouragement
Dec 18, 2022

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In this episode, I am sharing about the Christmas Market tradition from my beloved homeland, Germany. I also introduce several Christmas books that we love in our family, both explicitly Christian, as well as some classic literature. 


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Duration: 00:36:14
#3: More On the Beauty Of Devotional Times & More Favorite Books
Nov 28, 2022

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A continuation of episode 2 with more books and more inspiration for discipling your family!


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Duration: 00:37:54

#2: The Beauty of Devotional Times With Our Children & 3 of Our Favorite Books
Nov 22, 2022

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Reading a biblically sound and beautifully written devotional with our children has so many benefits.

- We pour truths about God, His character, and His Word into their minds.
- We connect with our children on a deeper level, communicate to them that we love them and care for them, and make room for spiritual conversations to open up.

In this episode I want to help you establish rhythms and routines for devotional times with your children. I also introduce 3 of our favorite devotional books to you.
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Duration: 00:49:50
#1: Welcome to the 'Fill Your House With Books' Podcast
Nov 12, 2022

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The official launch of the 'Fill Your House With Books' Podcast! 

In this first episode, I, Anna, introduce myself and share my heart behind 'Fill Your House With Books' - Christian and wholesome children's books and family discipleship. Thanks for tuning in! 


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Duration: 00:26:31