Extraschooling
By JA Smith
ExtraschoolingNov 07, 2021
Almost Home
My house and I have come a long way in learning how to live together on this green hill of ours. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2022/07/25/almost-home/
Nye In February: Wood Frogs
Enjoy an an audio version of the first story in Extraschooling's Little Green Hill series. Each book comes with a code for a downloadable PDF packet of extension materials, which includes games, activities, resources, and more. Find the series at https://extraschooling.com/portfolio/little-green-hill/
What Are They Supposed to be Learning, Anyway?
What do kids need to be learning, and who is capable of teaching it to them?
Originally published February 9, 2020
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/02/09/what-are-they-supposed-to-be-learning-anyway/
The Four C’s
The Four C's are at the core of my educational philosophy. Rather than the 3 R's of old, I focus on curiosity, creativity, communication, and compassion.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/02/17/the-four-cs/
Curious Minds
Out of the 4 C's, curiosity might just top my list. How important is it in your household, and how is it being cultivated?
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2022/01/18/curious-minds/
The Big Worries
A quick look at some of the most common questions and concerns new or prospective homeschoolers have.
Originally published December 3rd, 2021
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/12/03/the-big-worries/
The Wild Things
Trying to navigate the gap between natural beauty and human intolerance.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/11/12/2047/
Originally published November 12th, 2021
Spring into Action
This spring it's our mission to tackle the trash problem - want to join us?
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/03/09/spring-into-action/
Originally published March 9th, 2020
Homeschooling in the COVID-19 Era
Suddenly homeschooling went from rare to everywhere - how is your family handling the new normal?
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/03/25/homeschooling-in-the-covid-19-era/
Originally published March 25th, 2020
When Real Life Resumes
Reflections during the unicorn month of lockdown.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/04/19/when-real-life-resumes/
Originally published April 19th, 2020
Free-Range Learning
Rediscovering the natural rhythm that best suits early education.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/free-range-learning/
Originally published May 1st, 2020
The Learning Web
Learning is messy, nonlinear, and everywhere you're willing to explore.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/05/19/the-learning-web/
Originally published May 19th, 2020
The Eye of the Beholder
My journey with Stargardt's begins...
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/06/06/the-eye-of-the-beholder/
Originally published June 6th, 2020
A Few Summer Musings
Just some random thoughts I've had running around my head recently.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/07/20/a-few-summer-musings/
Originally published July 20th, 2020
The Grade Debate
Should homeschooling involve grades? What does a grade really mean, anyway?
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/08/21/to-grade-or-not-to-grade/
Originally published on August 21st, 2020
Leverage
This episode is also available as a blog post: extraschooling.wordpress.com/2020/11/22/leverage/
Originally published November 22nd, 2020
The Year That Was
2020 was a year of twists, turns, struggles, and unexpected joys... But it's time to turn the page.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/01/06/the-year-that-was/
Originally published January 6th, 2021
To Wasp or Not to Wasp
Some neighbors are more difficult to live with than others, but it’s a big world out there.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/09/08/to-wasp-or-not-to-wasp/
Originally published September 8th, 2021
Homeschool Reality Check
There is an information overload these days about the many varieties of homeschooling. How do you cut through the noise and find what’s right for you and your family?
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://extraschooling.wordpress.com/2021/11/05/homeschool-reality-check/
Originally published on November 5th, 2021