When my oldest daughter was in first grade, we decided to take her out of traditional school and teach her at home. Although she was thriving academically, she needed more than the school system could give her to develop emotionally. So, we rolled up our sleeves and learned all we could about homeschooling. We read books, followed blogs, attended a local conference, talked with veteran homeschooling parents, and attended a curriculum fair.
Homeschooling allows us to travel and see in-person the subjects we learn about. To wonder and question and investigate a topic that is especially captivating. To have the time and space and excitement to dig down and go deep with a particular concept or idea. Learning is not boring. Learning is a quest.
The 90-Minute School Day is a framework and system for parents. It guides families through 90 minutes (or less) of learning opportunities per day for the whole family. This framework can be used to both forward and reverse plan. Based on our years of educating at home (and the research that has shaped this process), we have created a system of approaching learning that will spark imagination, ignite wonder and bolster courage in your children. It will inspire your whole family to adventure.
Learning continues beyond the 90 minutes throughout the day in your children’s play, imagination, and free time. All you need are healthy boundaries, a rhythm to guide the day, and plenty of open time. You will be surprised throughout the day, overhearing your child explaining something they’ve learned to you, a sibling, a friend or even to themselves.
We invite you to join us on this adventure, this quest, into building a community of like-minded families who want to endeavor with their children to open new worlds and expand horizons of opportunity by learning together at home.
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