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Raising Lifelong Learners

Raising Lifelong Learners

De : Colleen Kessler
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 The Raising Lifelong Learners podcast helps homeschooling parents encourage their differently-wired kids to learn, explore passions, cultivate creativity, and become fascinated by the world around them. Join host Colleen Kessler -- educational consultant, gifted specialist, author, and speaker -- for interviews, audioblogs, tips, and encouragement to help your differently-wired kiddos become lifelong learners -- children who know that they can find the answers to anything they want to know if they can just view their world with play, passion, and fascination.©2025 Parentalité Relations
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    • Helping Kids Who Resist: Low-Demand Homeschooling for Autonomy and Skill-Building

      Helping Kids Who Resist: Low-Demand Homeschooling for Autonomy and Skill-Building
      Jan 28 2026
      If you've ever felt frustrated when your child resists even enjoyable activities, you're not alone. In this week's episode, we dive deep into demand avoidance—why neurodivergent kiddos sometimes just can't do what we ask (even when it's fun!)—and share a toolkit of practical strategies you can start using today. Whether you're homeschooling a differently wired kiddo or navigating daily learning resistance, this episode is packed with actionable tips, real-life examples, and mindset shifts to help your child build skills in a low-pressure way. Key Takeaways: Lowering the Demand Doesn't Mean Lowering Expectations: There are ways to keep skill-building alive by focusing on autonomy, shared activities, and embedding learning into interest-driven projects—think Minecraft math or Pokemon writing prompts!Frameworks That Work: Use the ABC method—Autonomy, Boundaries, and Co-regulation—along with the REI model (Reduce, Invite, Embed) to create a safer, more engaging learning environment for your demand-avoidant child.Small Wins & Language Swaps: Celebrate tiny, finishable tasks and swap "You need to…" for invitations or curiosity-based questions, making participation more appealing and less threatening to your child's autonomy. From stealth learning strategies and flexible routines to troubleshooting meltdowns and perfectionism, these insights are a breath of fresh air for parents and educators alike. Links and Resources from Today's Episode Thank you to our sponsors: CTC Math – Flexible, affordable math for the whole family! Curiosity Post – A Snail Mail Club for kids – Real mail; Real life! The Learner's Lab – Online community for families homeschooling gifted/2e & neurodivergent kiddos! The Lab: An Online Community for Families Homeschooling Neurodivergent KiddosThe Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong LearnersRaising Resilient Sons: A Boy Mom's Guide to Building a Strong, Confident, and Emotionally Intelligent Family The Anxiety ToolkitSensory Strategy Toolkit | Quick Regulation Activities for HomeAffirmation Cards for Anxious Kids Sensory Struggles and Clothes: How to Help Your Child Dress Without Tears Navigating Sensory Overload: Actionable Strategies for Kids in Loud Environments Building a Sensory Diet Toolbox for Neurodivergent Kids at Home Playful Sensory Learning at Home: Five Senses SpinnerWhat Exactly is Deschooling.. and Do I Need to Do It? Falling Unexpectedly in Love With Homeschooling My Gifted Child Self-Care and Co-Regulation | Balancing Parenting and Sensory Needs When School Refusal Turns Into a Healing Journey Picky Eating | Sensory Struggles and Real Solutions for Homeschooling Families Movement on Bad Weather Days: Meeting Sensory Needs at Home
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      38 min
    • Meltdowns vs. Shutdowns: Understanding and Responding to Big Feelings in Neurodivergent Kids

      Meltdowns vs. Shutdowns: Understanding and Responding to Big Feelings in Neurodivergent Kids
      Jan 23 2026

      In this week's episode of the podcast, we dive deep into the signs, strategies, and real-life tips for helping your differently wired kids (and yourself!) navigate emotional storms.

      Key Takeaways:

      • Practical tools to spot the early cues of meltdowns vs. shutdowns
      • Simple, effective co-regulation ideas you can use right now—no fancy equipment needed
      • How to repair, reflect, and reset after those tough moments, and so much more

      Perfect for homeschool families, parents of neurodivergent kiddos, or anyone wanting to better understand and support big feelings at home. Save this episode and share with a friend who might need these strategies, too!

      Links and Resources from Today's Episode

      Thank you to our sponsors:

      CTC Math – Flexible, affordable math for the whole family!

      Curiosity Post – A Snail Mail Club for kids – Real mail; Real life!

      The Learner's Lab – Online community for families homeschooling gifted/2e & neurodivergent kiddos!

      • The Lab: An Online Community for Families Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kiddos
      • The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners
      • Raising Resilient Sons: A Boy Mom's Guide to Building a Strong, Confident, and Emotionally Intelligent Family
      • The Anxiety Toolkit
      • Sensory Strategy Toolkit | Quick Regulation Activities for Home
      • Affirmation Cards for Anxious Kids
      • Sensory Struggles and Clothes: How to Help Your Child Dress Without Tears
      • Navigating Sensory Overload: Actionable Strategies for Kids in Loud Environments
      • Building a Sensory Diet Toolbox for Neurodivergent Kids at Home
      • Playful Sensory Learning at Home: Five Senses Spinner
      • What Exactly is Deschooling.. and Do I Need to Do It?
      • Falling Unexpectedly in Love With Homeschooling My Gifted Child
      • Self-Care and Co-Regulation | Balancing Parenting and Sensory Needs
      • When School Refusal Turns Into a Healing Journey
      • Picky Eating | Sensory Struggles and Real Solutions for Homeschooling Families
      • Movement on Bad Weather Days: Meeting Sensory Needs at Home
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      48 min
    • When School Refusal Turns Into a Healing Journey

      When School Refusal Turns Into a Healing Journey
      Jan 18 2026

      In this week's episode of the podcast, we talk candidly about what school refusal really means for children and their families, and how homeschooling can offer a path toward healing, connection, and growth. Whether you're considering pulling your child out of school or you're already homeschooling but feeling stuck after a tough season, this conversation is for you.

      Here are three key takeaways for parents facing this challenge:

      • School refusal is communication, not a character flaw. When a child can't attend school, it's their nervous system asking for safety, not a sign of failure.
      • Healing comes before academics. Focus on rebuilding connection, trust, and emotional safety—academics can (and will) follow once these foundations are strong.
      • Small, intentional changes add up. Shifting your daily routine, setting gentle non-negotiables, and celebrating even the smallest progress can move families from burnout to breakthrough.

      You are the best teacher and advocate for your child. If you need more support, resources, or simply community, know you're not alone on this path.

      Let's keep learning and growing—together.

      Links and Resources from Today's Episode

      Thank you to our sponsors:

      CTC Math – Flexible, affordable math for the whole family!

      Curiosity Post – A Snail Mail Club for kids – Real mail; Real life!

      The Learner's Lab – Online community for families homeschooling gifted/2e & neurodivergent kiddos!

      • The Lab: An Online Community for Families Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kiddos
      • The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners
      • Raising Resilient Sons: A Boy Mom's Guide to Building a Strong, Confident, and Emotionally Intelligent Family
      • The Anxiety Toolkit
      • Sensory Strategy Toolkit | Quick Regulation Activities for Home
      • Affirmation Cards for Anxious Kids
      • Sensory Struggles and Clothes: How to Help Your Child Dress Without Tears
      • Navigating Sensory Overload: Actionable Strategies for Kids in Loud Environments
      • Building a Sensory Diet Toolbox for Neurodivergent Kids at Home
      • Playful Sensory Learning at Home: Five Senses Spinner
      • What Exactly is Deschooling.. and Do I Need to Do It?
      • Falling Unexpectedly in Love With Homeschooling My Gifted Child
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      50 min
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