It can be easy to miss the point of homeschooling by getting caught up in the curriculum and checking off the boxes on our to-do list. When our tasks become more important than looking our kids in the eyes and listening to them, we may be drifting off course. In this interview with Marissa from @theorganisedhomeschool , she tells how she creates a connection-focused homeschool.
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Topics in this conversation...
1. How do parents “miss the point” of homeschooling?
2. How did you personally shift from “school-at-home” to a more connection-focused homeschool?
3. How do you practically balance core academics with giving your kids freedom to follow their interests?
4. How do you know if your homeschool is too rigid vs. too relaxed?
5. What does a connection-first homeschool day look like in your house?
6. What advice do you have for a mom who feels burnt out from trying to do all the things?
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