Ep. 5 – Crafting Enriching Learning Environments

In today’s exploration of homeschooling success, we delve into the heart of effective education: Home.  We empower learners by crafting enriching learning environments.

Tune-in and join us as we uncover the essential elements that shape an optimal homeschooling landscape. Our vision shifts away from traditional models to embracing the power of interests, strengths, and real-world applications. Get ready to dive into the three critical environments: Relationship, Space, and Time.

Building the Foundation: Relationship

As parents, we understand the pivotal role of a strong, nurturing relationship. Learn how to actively involve your children in decision-making, respect their voices, and foster connection even during tough times.

Designing First Floor Family Living: Space

Discover the magic of homeschooling’s adaptable spaces – your very own home! Explore the four categories you have in a home: Quiet/Focus, Messy, Movement, and Creative/Imaginative. Equip these spaces with resources that fuel your child’s interests, from science experiments to cozy reading nooks. These togetherness spaces are often on the living level or first floor of our homes – unearth the hidden potential of every corner.

Second Floor Gets Personal: Introspection + Empowerment: Time

Imagine the second floor of our homeschooling house, representing individual growth. We unravel the secrets of flexible scheduling, enabling kids to lead their educational journey from inside-out! Grant your children control over their time and projects to nurture autonomy and self-directed learning. Find out how less can truly be more when it comes to extracurricular activities.

Mindset Moment: Say “YES”

Unlock the power of saying “YES” to your child’s ideas. Learn the art of relational currency, building emotional bonds and trust. Embrace scripts that pave the way for future possibilities, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.

Stories:

Share your own stories and questions via voice messages, and connect with our community.

Missy Willis

Meet Missy Willis, a fellow homeschooler and podcaster, as she shares her story and highlights resilience’s role in her home.

Ashley Short

Listen to fellow mama and podcaster, Ashley, as she shares her unschooling journey: where learning intertwines with relationship, space, and time.

Resources and Support

Join us regularly for more insights into homeschooling strategies. Subscribe, share, and remember – as homeschooling parents, you’re shaping an environment that celebrates curiosity, connection, and the joy of learning. ✨

  • Join the waitlist for Guide Training™, a live group learning environment of homeschool parents, I guide you so you can guide them.  In this program we go deep, build our invisible toolkit and make new friends.  It’s only offered twice a year.  
  • Listen to or invite Kelly to speak about the 90-Minute School Day™ here.
  • Connect with featured mama’s, Missy and Ashley, on Instagram.

I’d love to connect with you personally too: find me on Instagram!

You’re doing a great job, let’s make it easier!

Kelly

Be Featured on the Podcast!

The 90-Minute School Day™ podcast aims to support all homeschooling families with a focus on neurodiverse families, with learning differences and unique learning styles.  Be featured on the podcast by sharing your story, struggle or asking your question here. Or leave your recording by clicking the mic below. 👇

Ep. 29 – Meet Your Natural Learner with Leah McDermott

Ready to explore the transformative power of child-led learning? Join us as we dive into the heart of natural learning, discussing why recognizing your child’s innate strengths, talents, and interests is essential to unlocking their full potential.