Unlocking Homeschool Success: Julie Bogart on Teaching Writing at Home

Julie Bogart (@BraveWriter) is a celebrated author, curriculum creator, and dedicated homeschooling mother of five. With a passion for fostering creativity and compassion in children, she founded Brave Writer, an innovative program that has transformed the approach to teaching writing in the homeschooling community. Beyond academics, Julie emphasizes the importance of creating nurturing environments for learning and empowering parents to become effective writing coaches. Her book "Raising Critical Thinkers" showcases her commitment to enhancing critical thinking skills and self-awareness. Her years of professional experience and unique perspective on education make Julie a sought-after authority in the home education space. SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODEConnect with Julie Bogart: Website | X | Facebook | YouTubeConnect with Teach Your Kids: Website | X | Instagram | SubstackConnect with Manisha:  X | InstagramJoin our premium community with expert support and adviceJulie Bogart Books:Raising Critical Thinkers: A Parent's Guide to Growing Wise Kids in the Digital AgeThe Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and LifeBrave WriterBrave Writer PodcastGrowing Brave WritersTeach your kiddo to write  - The Modulo CommunityEnglish Language Arts  - The Modulo CommunityFind the perfect homeschool curriculum for your unique child | ModuloTrick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion - Jia TolentinoThis site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links.Time Codes:[00:00:20] Manisha introduces guest, Julie Bogart. [00:01:40] Julie discusses her personal journey into homeschooling. [00:07:27] Emphasizing that there's no need to rush a child's education, Jule and Manisha discuss the importance of flexibility in learning timelines. [00:08:00] Educational insights about brain maturity and its role in junior high learning. [00:14:42] Manisha discusses the advantages of homeschooling in terms of child safety. She contrasts this with larger educational settings where issues can often be overlooked. [00:15:57] Discussing the importance of end-of-the-year acknowledgments in homeschooling, Julie argues for a written narrative over standardized testing. [00:22:29] Julie emphasizes the importance of enjoying the learning process at home. She suggests that this joy can be more beneficial than a rigid educational structure.[00:32:31] Manisha speaks about shifting the focus from what children can't do to what they are already doing in terms of writing. This is a significant shift in perspective for parents and educators alike.[00:39:49] Julie Bogart’s backstory of how she started the Brave Writer program. [00:47:10] Manisha talks about the importance of having a helper or support system in place for parents. [00:49:40] Julie explains the value of a reader's response model in her classes. She describes how this approach provides constructive feedback to students. [00:54:20] Challenging the notion that education is solely preparation for the future,Julie stresses the importance of making learning meaningful and applicable in the present moment. [01:02:01] Discussion of the book "Raising Critical Thinkers" and its relevance in today's polarized society. [01:06:20] Manisha wraps up the episode by thanking Julie for her insights and contributions. This podcast is made possible through a generous grant from the Vela Education Fund VELA Education Fund is catalyzing a vibrant alternative education ecosystem. VELA provides trust-based funding to entrepreneurs, fosters community-building and knowledge-sharing, and increases visibility through storytelling that promotes cultural awareness and acceptance of the out-of-system space. Today, VELA serves the largest community of out-of-system education entrepreneurs in the country, with over 2,000 community members. About half of VELA’s community members operate small learning environments, and the other half are ecosystem and community builders offering direct services and support across the out-of-system space. Learn more at velaedfund.org