How We're "Leveling Up" Our Homeschool Journey (And Why You Might Want to Try It Too!)

Carlos Birdsong

Oct 30, 2024 — 1 min read

You know that feeling when you notice your kids are just... cruising? Getting through their work, checking boxes, but maybe not fully engaging? Well, that's exactly what we've been seeing lately, and it got us thinking about why we chose to homeschool in the first place.

💡 Our Solution: The "Level Up" Initiative (No Extra Workload!)

We didn't choose this path just to "get things done" – we're here to help our kids truly thrive and tap into their amazing potential. That's why we're introducing something new in our household: we're calling it "Leveling Up."

Now, before you worry – this isn't about piling on extra work! It's about making learning more meaningful and engaging.

🎯 Here's How We're Making It Happen (Two Simple Steps)

FIRST: We're starting with self-reflection. We asked our kids:

What makes you proudest about this school year?
Where do you feel bored or unmotivated?
Which activities light you up – and why?
If you could dive deeper into any skill or subject, what would it be?

🌟 Real Example: Turning "Meh" into "Yeah!"

SECOND: Then, we're brainstorming ways to take their current studies deeper. Here's a real example: We noticed our kids were skipping the speaking portions in Duolingo (I mean, who hasn't been there? 😅). Instead of just pushing them to do it, we're exploring fun alternatives like:

Creating and performing skits in their target language
Interactive quiz games that mix personal questions with learning
Writing a short speech

💬 The "Aha!" Moment That Made It All Worth It

A couple of times we saw our kids' faces light up during this conversation because they start to see some of the possibilities. And that's exactly the point!

The best part? This approach can work with ANY subject. It's about finding those moments where we can turn "just getting it done" into "wow, this is actually cool!"

Have you noticed similar patterns with your kids? How do you keep the spark alive in your homeschool journey?

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