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Sparking Curiosity | Nurturing a Love of Learning in Your Child

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Sparking Curiosity | Nurturing a Love of Learning in Your Child

FromRaising Lifelong Learners


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Sparking Curiosity | Nurturing a Love of Learning in Your Child

FromRaising Lifelong Learners

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Length:
36 minutes
Released:
Oct 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In our latest episode, we dive into how to ignite your child's curiosity by exploring topics together, even if it means using Google searches or watching fun educational videos. Celebrate every milestone, no matter how small, and foster a growth mindset by focusing on the process, not just the outcomes.  This episode, along with Colleen’s new book, offers tips for personalized education, especially for neurodivergent kids. Listen now, and let’s create a family culture of learning and make education an adventure!  Key Takeaways: Modeling Curiosity and Lifelong Learning: Encourage your children to explore their curiosities by actively engaging with them. Whether it's a topic they discovered on a show or an interest they saw in a book, learning together can be a fun and enriching experience.   Embrace and Celebrate the Learning Process: Focus on the journey rather than the outcome. Celebrate both the small and big milestones, helping children appreciate their efforts and persistence. This can cultivate a growth mindset in them.   Tailored Educational Experiences: Craft learning activities based on your child's unique interests and needs. This is especially effective for neurodivergent children. Personalized approaches, like using creative projects or alternative assessments, can make learning more impactful and engaging.   Here's a challenge for you -- reflect on your week’s learning adventures and share them on social media (don’t forget to tag us!) or with us directly through the Learner's Lab. Let's celebrate curiosity and lifelong learning together!   Links and Resources from Today’s Episode Our sponsor for today’s episode is CTC Math The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Audiobook Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community – The Learners Lab Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. Smart Underachievers: Reigniting a Love of Learning 8 Ways to Foster a Love of Learning in Your Children Fostering Teamwork | The Power of Collaborative Learning in Homeschooling Falling Unexpectedly in Love With Homeschooling My Gifted Child A Deep Dive into The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Bring Joy Into Your Homeschool Day Enjoy Your Kids: Play, Live, & Love Intentionally   Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on  Twitter @ColleenKessler,  Facebook @RaisingLifelongLearners,  Instagram @ColleenKessler
Released:
Oct 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Want to raise your kids to love learning? To become lifelong learners -- children who know that they can find the answers to anything they're curious about? This podcast is all about learning, exploring passions, cultivating creativity, and encouraging our kids to be fascinated by the world around them. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and join Colleen Kessler to see how others help inspire kids to view their world with play and passion and fascination.