Ep. 16 – Cabin Fever to Spring Fever: 5 Reasons to Take Your Homeschool Outdoors

As spring blossoms around us, so does the surge of energy, excitement, and inevitable distractions in our homeschools. The crazy or listlessness of Cabin Fever of winter has been replaced by the restless hyperactivity of Spring Fever.

How do we channel this newfound energy into productive learning?

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into strategies to harness the vitality of the season, ensuring both you and your children remain engaged, inspired, and on track with your learning goals.

Inside this Episode:

  1. Spring Fever: Opportunity, Not Obstacle: Discover how to transform the energy of Spring Fever into a catalyst for learning and growth.

  2. Nature is the Ultimate Classroom: Explore the boundless opportunities for learning and discovery that nature provides, and how to integrate it seamlessly into your homeschooling routine across all subjects, but especially the big 5 (History, Science, Reading, Writing and Math).

  3. Answering “What Is Natural Learning?”: Uncover the innate learning processes that occur when children engage with the natural world, and how to nurture these experiences.

  4. Fostering Connection with Our Kids: Learn practical tips for deepening the parent-child bond through active observation, laying the foundation for meaningful learning experiences.

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Maria Montessori

“It is necessary for the teacher to guide the child without letting him feel her presence too much, so that she may always be ready to supply the desired help, but may never be the obstacle between the child and the experience.” 

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At the end of the day, trust your instincts and explore alternatives to what isn’t working!

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

Kelly

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