Ep. 67 - How to Teach Critical Thinking in Your Homeschool

The Christy-Faith Show

We live in a world full of opinions—but fewer people than ever know how to think. In this episode, Christy-Faith sits down with renowned professor, critical thinking expert, and homeschool dad Dr. Renton Rathbun. They’ll unpack what critical thinking really is, why it’s in such short supply, and how we as homeschool parents can train our kids to pursue truth, not just memorize facts.

If you want your child to learn how to think (not just what to think), this episode is for you.

The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 67

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🎧 SHOW RECAP

Critical thinking isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a survival skill. But in an age of AI, digital shortcuts, and emotional reasoning, our kids are at risk of losing it before they even begin. In this episode, Christy-Faith and Renton Rathbun explore how homeschoolers can reclaim this lost art and raise a generation of thoughtful, discerning leaders.

✅ What critical thinking actually means (hint: it’s not “compare and contrast”)

✅ Why “feeling equals truth” is damaging our kids—and our culture

✅ How to help kids tether their beliefs to truth using a clear, simple framework

✅ The difference between being “sophisticated” and being a thinker

✅ Why your role as a parent—not a curriculum—is what truly builds this skill

✅ What to do when your child isn’t ready for higher-level thinking (yet)

You’ll leave with clarity, encouragement, and a powerful vision for how to raise kids who not only know what they believe—but why they believe it.

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💬 What helps YOU cultivate critical thinking in your homeschool? Let us know in the comments or tag @ChristyFaith on Instagram!