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The Raising Lifelong Learners podcast helps parents — especially homeschooling parents — encourage their differently-wired kids to learn, explore passions, cultivate creativity, and become fascinated by the world around them. Join host Colleen Kessler — educational consultant, gifted specialist, author, and speaker — for interviews, audioblogs, tips, and encouragement to help your differently-wired kiddos become lifelong learners — children who know that they can find the answers to anything they want to know if they can just view their world with play, passion, and fascination.

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Nurturing Communication Skills in Your Homeschool

In the ever-evolving landscape of homeschooling, one constant remains critical: communication. It’s the backbone of personal development, educational success, and building strong, resilient relationships. Whether you’re new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, let’s explore the invaluable art of communication and how it can transform your family dynamic. Imagine your home as a bustling hub…
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Why Play Matters | Unleashing Lifelong Learning Through Play

As homeschooling parents, we understand the myriad challenges and responsibilities that come with educating our children at home. Balancing parenting duties, household chores, and the task of providing a comprehensive education can often feel overwhelming. But amidst the rigorous schedules and academic curriculum, there is one essential element that we must not overlook—play. Incorporating play…
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Supporting and Understanding Levels of Giftedness in Homeschooled Children with Deborah Ruf

As parents homeschooling gifted and twice-exceptional kiddos, we navigate a constantly evolving educational landscape that offers both challenges and rewards. Methods change, kids’ needs change, and we must reevaluate how we do things constantly. One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned over the last fifteen years of homeschooling is recognizing when to persevere and…
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A Deep Dive into The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners

As homeschooling parents, we know the challenges and rewards of guiding our children’s education. We’re not just teaching academics; we’re nurturing curiosity, fostering independence, and creating lifelong learners.  If you’ve ever wondered how to amplify these benefits, my brand-new book, The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners, is the guide you’ve been…
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