Podcast - Raising Lifelong Learners

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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Sparkschooling | Engaging Children in Music, Art, and STEM

Homeschooling is a unique adventure, a deeply personal journey you go on with your children. It’s about more than academics; it’s about sparking a thirst for learning that lasts a lifetime. Imagine blending the thrill of discovery with the foundational aspects of education. Homeschooling does exactly that. Parents can integrate subjects like art,…

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Embracing Play for Teens | Growth and Resilience

As our children grow from childhood into the complex world of adolescence, it’s tempting to sideline play in favor of more serious activities like academics and extracurriculars. However, integrating play into the lives of teens and preteens is not just beneficial; it’s essential. Let’s dive into why play remains crucial during the older years and…

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Fostering Creativity and Critical Thinking | A Conversation with Puzzlemaker Eric Berlin

Most homeschool parents dream to find materials that will spark their children’s curiosity and encourage them to learn through play. And there is value in stimulating your kiddos’ imaginations through interactive activities like puzzles and mental challenges. In addition to passing the time, puzzles are great mental exercises and opportunities to hone a variety of…

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Changing Rhythms | Homeschooling in Sync with the Seasons

Picture this: The birds are singing, and the days are getting longer. Spring has finally sprung, and with it, the itch to change things up a bit in your homeschool environment. We all know that shaking up the routine can sometimes be just the thing to rejuvenate our homeschooling journey and our children’s love for…

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Insights on Homeschooling and Entrepreneurship | A Conversation with Samantha Shank

When you first start homeschooling, you’re often met with a whirl of questions and curiosities. How will you navigate the minefields of social expectations, academic achievements, and, most importantly, prepare your children for success in a world that’s constantly evolving? As homeschooling families, we know all too well the challenges and triumphs that come with…

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Fostering Teamwork | The Power of Collaborative Learning in Homeschooling

As homeschooling parents, we often run a one-person show, creating lesson plans, watching for progress, and playing the dual role of parent and teacher. But what if we invited more players onto our educational stage to enrich the learning experience for our children? Imagine the transformative power of learners coming together, sharing insights, and building…

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