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Can Children Really Learn Without School? My Thoughts After Reading This Powerful Unschooling Book
When I picked up School Isn’t For Everyone by Heidi Steel, I expected an encouraging and thought-provoking read about unschooling and home education — especially knowing that Naomi Fisher had written the foreword. What I didn’t expect was just how deeply parts of the book would resonate with me, particularly its compassionate approach to children,…
Book Review: Lauren St John Series (The White Giraffe, Dolphin Song, The Last Leopard, The Elephant’s Tale & Operation Rhino)
For parents whose children love animal stories, Lauren St John does a series of deeply moving stories based in South African. These stories have sparked curiosity and have engaged my children throughout. A Captivating Blend of Adventure and Compassion The White Giraffe series introduces readers to Martine, a young girl sent to live on a…
The Surprising Side of Home Educating
What does “falling behind” actually look like in a child? We are now unschooling a nine-year-old and seven-year-old twins. As part of our parenting journey, we’ve grown to understand the importance of nurturing their intrinsic motivation rather than relying on praise or extrinsic rewards. Our aim is to keep their own sparks alive and avoid…
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