The most profound part of homeschooling is the handcrafted journey that happens when an education is tailored for the individual. Doesn’t that sound like something worth providing for your child? But… How do you do it? How do you provide something that honors your learner and provides the important academic skills and knowledge they need? 

In this practical Homeschooling 101 workshop, Blair Lee will cover the basics of crafting a personalized education that ignites your child’s learning and empowers YOU. She will guide you through curriculum navigation, insights into who your child is as a learner, and essential startup tips to help you develop a clear roadmap for creating a thriving homeschool journey for your unique child. She will give you practical advice about what you REALLY need to get started.

This PDF accompanies the talk Homeschooling 101. It is for the convenience of those of you who like to take notes.

PDF: Homeschooling 101

Join Blair Lee for this informative session focused on the cognitive science of optimizing learning. The idea for this talk emerged as Blair was reading Natalie Wexler’s book, The Knowledge Gap. According to Wexler, teachers are often not taught the findings of cognitive science, and therefore are not teaching from the standpoint of best learning practices.

This sparked a deep-dive into cognitive science research, forming the foundation for this talk. Blair will share current research into how children learn, including information about cognitive load. She will translate these findings into practical advice to help you handcraft your child’s education, making it meaningful, engaging, and effective.

Key topics include:

Cognitive Science Principles: Find out how a multimodal approach and metacognition benefit learning. Blair will discuss how a recursive process of ‘spacing’ learning over time and providing worked examples or ‘scaffolds’ support problem-solving and the mastery of information.

Effective Learning Strategies: Blair will share evidence-based strategies that foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.

Real-World Applications: She will provide practical tips for creating a stimulating and supportive learning environment that meets the needs of diverse learners, including neurodivergent students.

Look for a PDF with slides coming in August.

Drowning in lesson plans and laundry? Feeling like you’re failing despite giving it your all? Homeschooling can feel stressful, fueled by unfair expectations and the comparison trap. In this talk, discover how to break free from that cycle and build a joyful, sustainable homeschool journey for you and your child. Learn how to fairly evaluate your progress, reclaim your time and sanity, and empower yourself to create a thriving learning environment without sacrificing your well-being. Join Blair Lee for advice and information focused on unlocking the secrets to a homeschool experience that nourishes everyone, including you!

Look for a PDF with slides coming in August.

In 2011 and 2012, my son’s world changed. Two complex concussions led to a years-long struggle, testing our family’s resilience and forcing us to navigate the complexities of traumatic brain injury. The concussions impacted every aspect of his life, including his ability to learn and concentrate. Academic work that was once easy for him became mountains. He was plagued with intense headaches which made it challenging for him to think coherently. The path to recovery was paved not just with doctor’s visits but also with innovative learning strategies. Join Blair Lee as she shares this part of her family’s homeschooling journey.

Look for a PDF with slides coming in November.

Look for a PDF with slides coming in November.

One of the key benefits for homeschooled children is that their academic journey is handcrafted to honor who they are as learners. The hardest part of that is finding curriculum and programs that are the best fit for your student. Join Blair Lee as she walks you through the process of determining who your child is as a learner and how you can find materials that engage and motivate while helping to connect your child with their learning.

This PDF accompanies the talk A Learner-Centered Approach to Choosing Curriculum. It is for the convenience of those of you who like to take notes.

PDF: A Learner-Centered Approach to Choosing Curriculum

Homeschoolers have a dream of what their children’s education can look like that is personal, meaningful, and important. We want to get it “just” right. As we work to make that dream a reality, a lot of pieces must come together. We take on the roles of teacher, curriculum designer, and motivator. This can lead to imposter syndrome. Adults are not alone in this. Kids can have imposter syndrome too. The good news is that applying a growth mindset to imposter syndrome can help you overcome this stressor.

This popular talk has been updated with some new content.

This PDF accompanies the talk Imposter Syndrome. It is for the convenience of those of you who like to take notes.

PDF: Imposter Syndrome