90-Minute School Day

Join host Kelly Edwards in this eye-opening episode of "The 90-Minute School Day" podcast, featuring an enlightening discussion with grown unschooler, Liana Francisco. Together, they explore the intriguing notion of moving beyond traditional homeschooling curriculums and embracing a more effortless, natural learning process. The episode delves into their personal experiences in the

Spring is in the air, and with it comes a surge of energy, excitement, and distraction in our homeschools. Cabin Fever has been cured by Spring Fever, so how do you cure Spring Fever? In today's episode, we're going to explore strategies to navigate this season effectively, ensuring that both you and your children stay engaged, inspired, and on track with your learning goals. Insid

Here is your permission slip to try a different path! If conventional schooling or homeschooling is a point of frustration, overwhelm or accumulating stress for you and your child, this is your invitation to become a guide instead of a teacher. 90 minutes a day is all you need to offer all your children (regardless of age) a world-class education. This episode previews Guide Traini

Strewing. What is it and Why should I do it? Welcome to Season 2 of the 90-Minute School Day podcast! In this episode, discover the secrets behind successful strewing and how it can turn your homeschool into a vibrant hub of curiosity and exploration Why Strewing Matters: Strewing is a catalyst for observation and deepening your deschooling. Tune-in to learn what strewing is, why y

Discover a revolutionary approach to parenting and homeschooling! Join host Kelly Edwards as she engages in a live recorded conversation with Amanda Diekman, author of "Low Demand Parenting” and Robyn Robertson of Honey! I’m Homeschooling the Kids. Amanda walks us through her personal journey through burnout, breaking societal norms, and finding freedom outside conventional box

In this special episode of the 90-Minute School Day podcast, I guide you through the transformative practice of crafting personal retreats. Together, we delve into the essence of these intentional breaks, exploring why they're crucial in preventing burnout and fostering personal and familial growth. In this episode you will learn: What are personal retreats? The need for retreats.

In this special holiday episode of the 90-Minute School Day podcast, you’re invited to take a break from your usual learning routine and embrace the gift of "Holiday Hooky." Let’s get tactical on navigating the busy month of December and finding balance amidst gatherings, festivities, and daily responsibilities. This episode emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and p

In this episode we address the universal question: "Why don’t kids like school?" Tune-in and re-consider the challenges faced by children in conventional school settings (both at home and in a classroom) and what home educating parents may want to do differently. Unraveling the Mystery: This episode challenges the perception that kids don't like learning. Instead, we suggest that

Delve into the world of neurobiology and attachment, exploring the profound impact reading aloud has on relational synchronicity. Reading aloud activates the whole brain and grows our collective cognitive and emotional empathy. This episode closes our series on reading aloud. The other episodes in the series are: Episode 7, "If You Do Nothing Else, Read Aloud," and Episode 8, "Read

In this episode, we explore why reading aloud is the first answer for any disability, difference, resistance, struggle, overwhelm or doubt in your homeschool. Mindset Moment Let’s reframe the "learn to read, read to learn" adage. Training + Tools We explore 6 definitions to answer the question, “What is language?” We answer why reading aloud is the first answer to various lea