#45: From Preschool Teacher to Homeschool Parent: Jamie's Tale

Ever wondered what it takes to homeschool your kids in the midst of a pandemic? Then, pull up a chair and join us as we navigate this intriguing journey with our guest, Jamie from North Carolina. Jamie, a homeschooling mom and former preschool teacher, shares her story of how she overcame her fears and ventured into the world of homeschooling, and the incredible success story of her niece and nephew who blossomed in the process.Discover the power of critical thinking and independent research as we delve into the necessity of these skills in today's polarized society, especially in the realm of education. We discuss the perils of forming opinions based solely on what we see and hear on social media, and emphasize the importance of thorough research. We discuss the starkly different homeschooling regulations in New York and North Carolina, and how Jamie has handled testing anxiety.In an age where there is an overload of information, teaching our children discernment and self-reliance has never been more important. Homeschooling, as Jamie enlightens us, is a great vehicle for instilling these essential life skills. We also explore the potential of homeschooling to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning in a non-traditional setting. So, join us in this insightful conversation and let’s redefine education together.HSLDAWould you like to help me keep this podcast going?? Please consider buying me a cup of coffee! SEND ME A COFFEE  <3 <3  *****PLEASE share SHARE share this link with friends and in your favorite homeschool group facebook page if you enjoy this podcast and want to hear more episodes! http://thehomeschoolhowto.com/Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:Cheryl's link to: The Tuttle Twinswith coupon code: Cheryl40for 40% off ages 5-11 book series and more!Support the showInstagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast