Simple Farmhouse Life31 Des 2024

270. Give Your Children the Gift of Lifelong Learning | Julie Kreke of The Delightful Homeschool

If you could use a refreshing perspective on education in your home, this episode is for you! Whether you are already a homeschooling parent or you are considering it, Julie’s wisdom on delight-directed learning will encourage you to embrace a homeschooling life that truly serves your family and your unique children. We can reject the societal pressures to prioritize academic achievement and instead tune into the innate desires and giftings of each of our children. Join us for this rich discussion full of practical advice and inspiring vision!

In this episode, we cover:

What a typical school day looks like as a family who embraces delight-directed learning
At what point do children start to pursue their own interests?
The role of a parent in a child’s natural drive to learn
Why a laidback approach to supporting your child in the pursuit of their interests is a gift to them
How to navigate kids’ technology use as they independently pursue their interests
Shifting our mindset about what education is required for a successful life
The importance of keeping the long-term goal of education in mind
Recognizing each child’s unique giftings and tailoring their education to their needs
Practical examples of walking with our children as they figure out their passions
Advice for parents who worry that their children don’t have interests to pursue
Approaching friendships and social life as a homeschooling family
This is your permission to create a homeschool schedule that works for your individual family

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ABOUT JULIE

Julie is wife to Jason and mama to eleven awesome kids. They live in a small home on a sixteen acre homestead in beautiful Missouri where they homeschool their children using a delight directed method of learning.

As a second generation homeschooler, Julie knows firsthand the benefits of this lifestyle, and is passionate about helping others feel confident in homeschooling their kids. She offers encouragement and resources through her website, The Delightful Homeschool, and her family YouTube channel.

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