The Motivated Child, Part One: Developing Autonomy
As parents, we all want our children to be driven, curious, and motivated to learn. In this four part series, we’ll go deep on exploring how to develop drive in our children.
Issy Butson
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Are Homeschooled Children Too Dependent? (Q&A)
"I’ve been told homeschooled children don’t learn to be as independent of their parents – does this even matter? If it does a bit, are there ways to help with this when homeschooling?"
Does Unschooling Create Lazy Children?
It’s a common perception: unschooling is a lazy form of parenting that results in lazy children. That they'll use the autonomy they’re given to opt out of much of life.
How Do I Get My Husband More Involved In Home Education?
As a dad myself, I think I know why. And it boils down to two important things.
Is Your Child Ahead Or Behind?
A lot of emphasis goes on a child's progress, and as parents it's made clear to us very early.
Episode 24: Don't Believe These Unschooling Myths
In this episode, I spend some time examining three common perceptions that are unique to unschooling.