10 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginning Homeschooler (Part 2)
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In our last podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Tricia Poole, a homeschooling parent of six children. Last week, Trish shared the first 5 things she wish she knew as a beginning homeschooler and today Trish is sharing her final 5 tips for: "10 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginning Homeschooler" Here are some of her key points.
6. Differentiating Between Mom and Teacher Hat: Tricia highlighted the importance of helping kids differentiate between her roles as a mom and a teacher, and the significance of providing constructive feedback in a way that helps them grow.
7. Screen Time: She discussed the impact of limiting screen time for young children and how it facilitated their overall development and ability to engage meaningfully with others.
8. Understanding Behavioral Triggers: Tricia emphasized the need to look beyond academic struggles and recognize that behavioral issues might stem from emotional or personal factors, urging parents to trust their instincts and address the root causes.
9. Character Building: She stressed that successful homeschooling is more about character development than curriculum coverage, underscoring the importance of parents modeling the virtues they wish to instill in their children.
10. Absolute Dependence on God: Tricia humbly shared that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to homeschooling and emphasized the necessity of seeking divine guidance each day to navigate the ever-changing dynamics of parenting and educating at home.
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