Raising Butterflies: Upbringing of a Child
Raising Butterflies: Upbringing of a Child
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About the Book
Quotes from the book:
This is not about playing the "game" of education slightly better than in school, hoping to do it somewhat faster or to squeeze a little more out of it; Rather, this is about playing a whole different game, with different rules.
It's time for us to adopt a new perspective on education, to change the way we think about it, to have a new relationship with it, viewing it through fresh lenses that allow us to gain a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of this essential part of this life that we chose.
In the homeschool environment, we cultivate not just knowledge but the mindset of growth, where every challenge becomes an opportunity for transformation. It isn't just about filling minds with facts; it's about shaping hearts and minds with the tools of transformation and a growth mindset for life's journey.
Embracing change, despite its potential discomfort and disruption to the familiar, is essential for personal evolution and progress. Ironically, incorporating change into your daily routine is not only an integral part but also a catalyst for growth and transformation.
In regards to strengths, our role is to observe what captures their attention and provide support whenever they require it, verbally or unconsciously.
One begins to truly learn when faced with challenges, when pushing against the boundaries of understanding. This holds true in education, sports, or in acquiring new skills. When the path appears easy, it signals us to raise the level of complexity.
We prioritize curiosity over curriculum, nurturing their natural tendencies to explore and learn beyond the constraints of traditional schooling.
It's challenging to maintain motivation solely by fixating on the end result; one must find joy in the journey itself.
Each child is unique, possessing distinct needs, and so a personalized approach tailored to their individual characteristics is necessary. Education and upbringing aren't just about textbooks and curriculum; they also include the valuable, everyday lessons life teaches us.
Where you see kids breaking and making a mess, I see education and skills forming in action.
Travel breathes life into education.
Certainly, in our local area, there are people who may need support, and surprisingly enough, even adolescents can offer valuable and meaningful help. If we’d like to harness this facet of education, we need to keep our eyes and antennas open, actively searching for these chances for connection and support.
Teaching what you know not only deepens your understanding of the subject but also reveals, to you, how much you really understand.
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Considering homeschooling for the first time? Seeking to enhance your current approach? This book offers valuable insights tailored to families on the move, world-schoolers, road-schoolers, and homeschool veterans alike. It provides a roadmap filled with inspiration, guidance, and encouragement. It will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to cultivate a nurturing learning environment that fosters growth, curiosity, and lifelong learning in your children.
This comprehensive book dives into the world of homeschooling, written from real-life experiences and insights. Written by a passionate parent who started his homeschool journey nearly two decades ago, this book offers a change in perspective and valuable strategies for navigating the joys as well as the challenges of educating children at home. It breaks down homeschooling into its fundamental pillars as viewed by the author, and turn education up-side down, in some aspect. Each of the ten pillars provides essential and practical advice to empower the reader in creating a purposeful and resilient homeschooling experience.
We discuss fostering resilience, nurturing curiosity, and all the way through transforming the parent mindset for what education is.
The book cover was drawn and designed by our kids.
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Table of Contents
- Raising Butterflies: Upbringing of a Person
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- Introduction
- Who’s this book for?
- How This Book is Organized
- Section I: Foundations
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- “Raising Butterflies” Philosophy
- Setting the Stage - Our Homeschooling Narrative and Northern Stars
- First Pillar: Cultivating a Positive Mindset
- Second Pillar: Nurturing Growth - the Impact of Home Atmosphere
- Section II: Know Thyself - Key to Self-Discovery, Character and Growth
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- Third Pillar: Life-Experience Stories
- Fourth Pillar: Recognizing Your Children’s Strengths - Their Unique Path
- Section III: Independence and Perseverance
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- Fifth Pillar: Expectations and Responsibilities as Means for Independence
- Sixth Pillar: Building a Homeschooling Time Framework
- Section IV: Look Up and Outside
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- Seventh Pillar: Learning Beyond Borders - Traveling as a Platform for Education
- Eighth Pillar: Harnessing the Help of a Community
- Section V: Academics
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- Ninth Pillar: Reading, Writing and Languages
- Tenth Pillar: From Math Anxiety to Math Enthusiasm
- Closing Thoughts - a New Beginning
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