#127 Unschooling & Homeschool Hacks That Work 🚀 Dive into this inspiring episode of the Homeschool Yo Kids podcast as host Jae welcomes Jaleesa Smith, founder of Friends of Cabrini and a seasoned homeschooler with over a decade of experience. Together, they explore creative ways to simplify your homeschool journey, reimagining what learning looks like with a focus on empowering students and fostering a growth mindset.
Jaleesa shares her personal journey into homeschooling, how she embraced unschooling, and the innovative resources she’s created to enhance the learning environment. Learn practical homeschool hacks, from nurturing early childhood education to fostering independent learning and connecting with the homeschool community. Jaleesa also highlights how Friends of Cabrini provides virtual classes, tutoring, and clubs to support student success, no matter where you are.
https://friendsofcabrini.com/
Friends of Cabrini is an inclusive, independent online hub that offers small group classes for unschoolers, covering a multitude of subjects including language arts, mathematics, history, civics, science, financial literacy, and languages. We also provided personalized tutoring sessions and extracurricular clubs for unschoolers who enjoy gaming, reading, debating, and socialization.
Whether you're new to homeschooling or looking for fresh ways to engage your kids, this episode is packed with actionable advice and encouragement. Ready to take your educational journey to the next level? Visit homeschoolyokidsexpo.com for invaluable resources, follow us on social media @homeschoolyokids, and join our thriving community today. Homeschooling is better together—let’s make it work for you!
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CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction01:25 - Jaleesa Smith Introduction03:08 - Reasons for Homeschooling07:32 - Teaching Reading Techniques11:00 - Daily Life of a Homeschooler13:37 - Homeschool Co-ops Involvement16:04 - Using a Set Curriculum18:14 - Journey into Unschooling19:53 - Friends of Cabrini Overview23:53 - Friends of Cabrini Explanation25:00 - Friends of Cabrini Insights27:30 - Friends of Cabrini Activities29:39 - Book Club Discussion32:05 - Chicago Insights37:20 - Cabrini's Acting Journey39:50 - Ensuring Self-Care44:00 - Final Words from Jalisa47:27 - Importance of Community in Homeschooling48:00 - Final Thoughts
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