RLL #100: A Celebration of 100 Episodes!

RLL #100: An Anniversary Episode!

It hardly seems possible we could be at our 100th Episode so quickly but here we are! These last few years have been a blast and we’ve had so much fun learning about our gifted / 2e / quirky, out-of-the-box kiddos while recording these episodes. We thought it would be fun to take a look […]

10 Things I Love About Homeschooling: A Gifted Kid’s Perspective

10 Things I love about homeschooling

Since I began homeschooling so many years ago, I’ve uncovered some unexpected surprises  and benefits to this lifestyle. Some of the most beneficial unexpected perks may be similar to yours, too… staying up late and sleeping in, rolling with the ins and outs of being a family, not punching an outside time clock, family relationship […]

RLL #98: Enjoying Literature with Kendra Fletcher

RLL #98: Enjoying Literature with Kendra Fletcher

Nearly every level of learning involves literature in some form, but the study of literature is really more than simply reciting plot lines or following themes. In this podcast, Colleen speaks with Kendra Fletcher, long-time homeschooler and teacher of all things literature, on how enjoying the study of literature helps our kids to see it’s […]

RLL #97: (Facebook Live) Empowering Kids Through Homeschool Buy-In

RLL #97: (Facebook Live) Empowering Kids Through Homeschool Buy-In

In this episode (which originally aired as a Facebook Live), Colleen discusses how getting your kiddos on “your team” when it comes to homeschooling is the single best thing you can do to help your homeschool journey go smoothly. She outlines with practical steps and suggestions how we as parents can engage our kiddos as […]

RLL #96: Finding Learning Opportunities with Dennis DeNoia

RLL 96 Finding Learning Opportunities with Dennis DeNoia

Our quirky kids become happier and more willing learners when they are allowed to pursue their own interests beyond any academic requirements. Today, Colleen speaks with extraordinary math instructor and friend, Dennis DeNoia of Mr. D Math, about seeing learning opportunities in many different places and how giving his kids the freedom to pursue their […]