The BIG Home Ed Conversations

• Breaking free from the 'sit down' culture

  In this episode, Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio discuss the importance of breaking from from the 'sit down' culture' in education and the need for movement in learning, the role of play, and the significance of mental well-being in the educational process. The conversation emphasizes breaking free from traditional education methods and the importance of routines, sensory engagement, and fostering curiosity in children. They also highlight the impact of environment on learning and the need for a more holistic approach to education that values individual needs and interests. Follow us @bighomeedpodcast on Tiktok and Instagram Don't miss our summer bonus episodes on Getting your head straight to home ed! Takeaways: Movement is essential for effective learning and engagement. Learning through play significantly improves retention and understanding. Establishing routines helps children feel secure and thrive. Engaging multiple senses in learning enhances retention and understanding. Mental well-being is crucial for both children and parents in education. Children learn better when they can move and engage physically with their environment. Curiosity should be nurtured to foster a love for learning. Rethinking traditional education methods can lead to more effective learning experiences. Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment is key to success.

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• Does AI have a place in home education?

  In this episode of the Big Home Ed podcast, hosts Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio end up having a light debate about the evolving role of AI in home education. They explore how AI can streamline educational processes, enhance creativity, and provide support for parents but also addresses concerns about the impact of AI on critical thinking and the importance of balancing technology use with traditional learning methods. The hosts share personal anecdotes and practical applications of AI in their daily lives, emphasizing the need for intentional use of technology to enrich the home education experience. Keywords: home education, AI in education, parenting, creative storytelling, educational technology, homeschooling, personal development, critical thinking, generational perspectives, learning strategies, homeschool planning, home education planning, busy work, reducing overwhelm, parenting hacks

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• The Truth About Worldschooling - Guest Episode with Luna Flowerday

  In this episode Kelly Rigg & Ashley Vanerio chat to Luna Flowerday, radical unschooler and worldschooler who is currently travelling the world with her husband and three children. Starting bus life during covid, pregnant with a toddler was a bold choice and one that has lead to years of joy, challenges for sure, but a whole other outlook on life and how it can be lived. In this episode we cover the truths about worldschooling, how little stuff you really need, how much less it costs to travel full time than to run a home and how achievable and possible this life truly is with some imagination and perseverance. So whether you are a home educator or not, if you ever dream about ditching the social constructs we see ourselves feeling trapped in today, take a listen and tell us what you think! Follow us over on TikTok or Instagram at @Bighomeedpodcasts and follow Luna too @lunaflowerday. If you want to learn more about how you can make this lifestyle become a reality then head to her store: https://stan.store/LunaFlowerday. See you next week for an impromptu debate between myself and Ashley about the use of AI in home education! Eeek! That was so much fun to record so looking forward to hearing your thoughts. Keywords: Worldschool, affording worldschooling, work from home ideas, home education, homeschooling, roadschooling, bus life, travelling with kids, travel tips for parents, parenting tips, places to travel with kids, real experience, real worldschooler

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• That end of term feeling...

  In this episode, Kelly and Ashley discuss the feelings and reflections that arise as the 'school year' comes to a close, as home educators we don't always adhere to the concepts of school years/grade levels and otherwise - but we do still have some hang ups that like to rear their ugly heads this time of year. In this episode, Kelly and Ashley reflect on how this time of year has made them feel, what it inspires us to do over the summer and how this can be turned into a positive, reflective and joyful time of year as easily as it could end up being stressful. The conversation emphasizes the significance of trusting the home education process, reducing anxiety, and recognizing the progress made throughout the year. Find us on Instagram and Tiktok @bighomeedpodcast - don't forget to rate if you loved this episode! Keywords: home education, school year, learning, flexibility, planning, summer break, school anxiety, parenting, education, reflections, end of term, summer holidays, unschooling, parenting, motherhood, reframing, mindset, limiting beliefs, deschooling, deregistering, changing mindsets around education

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• How far we've come!

  In this episode, Kelly Rigg and Ashley Vanerio discuss their journey in home education, reflecting on their podcast's evolution and the importance of individual learning paths. They share personal anecdotes about family dynamics, gratitude, and the challenges of parenting. The conversation emphasizes the significance of values in education and different learning styles, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique approaches to home education. In this conversation, they discuss the evolution of their educational methods, whether its a more school-like approach to unschooling to a more structured yet flexible approach that prioritizes child-led learning. The conversation also touches on the significance of fostering a positive parent-child relationship and the values that guide their educational philosophy. Additionally, they reflect on their podcast's growth and share plans for future episodes, highlighting the importance of community feedback. Follow us over on @bighomeedpodcast on instagram and tiktok! Let us know who you want to hear from in upcoming interviews and please do share the podcast with a friend!

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