Dan Kullander shares his passion for teaching kids how to use a growth mindset in the academic setting. From a young child to adolescence and adulthood, the language of a growth mindset can be a powerful tool for everyone. Lindsay discloses a tragic accident she experienced and how having a growth mindset has been crucial […] The post How Can Homeschooling Facilitate A Growth Mindset? appeared first on IDEA Homeschool.

In this episode, we learn about IDEA’s origin and foundation of our mission and values. Lindsay talks with Carol Simpson, a homeschooling parent who was one of the first employees that has been instrumental in creating and maintaining IDEA’s focus on homeschooling parents being the expert educators. Carol discusses the importance of mentors as well […] The post What Homeschooling Insights Can Be Derived From IDEA’s History? appeared first on IDEA Homeschool.

In this episode, Lori Zulliger and host Lindsay Pinkelman discuss choices in homeschooling with IDEA from online, curriculum libraries, co-ops, packaged kits, field trips and dual-enrollment. Together they discuss how exploring a child’s learning style strength can create a solid foundation for developing their love of learning. Guest Biography: Lori Zulliger is a Contact Teacher […] The post Episode 2: How Much Freedom and Choice Do You Have With IDEA? appeared first on IDEA Homeschool.

In this episode, your host Lindsay Pinkelman, Counselor for IDEA Homeschool, talks with guests Cherie Taylor and Brittany Liles, both from IDEA Homeschool Region K (Kenai). Cherie and Brittany are both homeschooling parents who talk about moving to Alaska and making the decision as a family to homeschool. They each bring unique perspectives of why […] The post Episode 1: Why Do You Homeschool? appeared first on IDEA Homeschool.