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Our Home Ed Year in Reflection
In this episode, Kelly and Ashley reflect on their personal growth and experiences throughout the year, discussing the challenges and successes of home education. They share stories of their children's independence,...
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Home Ed Routine vs Free Flow: Finding Your Balance
In this conversation, Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio explore the complexities of home education, focusing on the role of routines, the challenges of neurodiversity, and the balance between structure and flexibility....
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That's Good Enough! Real-Life Learning in Home Ed
In this episode, Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio discuss the challenges and realities of home education amidst life's chaos. They explore the importance of real-life learning experiences, the value of boredom and...
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Living With Intention: Parent Guilt & Home Ed Life
Personal Note: Myself, Kelly, and Ashley have been going through an extremely busy and tough period and it has meant that we have both found that steady guilt creeping in - where you feel like you are missing out on...
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Home Ed Rights & Local Authorities: Advice From Those Who Know
This conversation delves into the complexities of home education rights and duties, both as parents and for our children. Kelly and Ashley chat with special guest Wendy Charles-Warner about the role of local...
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Difficult Conversations About Home Education
In this episode, Kelly and Ashley discuss the challenges of navigating difficult conversations surrounding home education. They share personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of building conviction, setting...
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Don't Just Switch Sides: Critical Thinking in Home Ed
In this episode, Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio discuss the importance of critical thinking in home education. They explore the challenges of fostering critical thinking in a world that often discourages it, share...
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Following Their Lead: Child-Led Learning in Home Ed
In this episode, Kelly and Ashley discuss the concept of child-led learning in home education, emphasizing the importance of following children's interests and fostering their curiosity. They share personal...
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Deregistrations on the Rise: Why Families Choose Home Ed
Get ready for an electrifying welcome back episode! 🎉 Kelly and Ashley dive into the booming trend of home education (or home schooling for our US friends) , revealing why more parents in the UK and US are opting to...
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Banish Home Ed Burnout: Bonus Workshop
This is a BONUS episode! Hi, this is Kelly here, co-host of The BIG Home Ed Conversations. This is a recording of my Banish Home Ed Burnout workshop, so you can listen on the go whenever it suits you.
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Learning is Experience: Home Education Through Travel
In this episode, Kelly and Ashley discuss the benefits of traveling with kids and the value of hands-on experiences in education. They share personal stories of their recent travels and how it has enhanced their...
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Collaboration is Power: Problems With the US School System
In this episode, Kelly and Ashley discuss the US school system for a compare and contrast on the UK system discussed last time. The conversation explores the flaws and limitations of the traditional school system,...
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