Homeschooling Posts

Are We Focusing on the Wrong Outcomes?
Sept. 17, 2021

Are We Focusing on the Wrong Outcomes?

In the Element Is Everything Podcast episode "Learning as a Fountain, Not a Drain," Terri Novacek sits down with internationally recognized education expert Dr. Yong Zhao to explore a timely question:What should education look like in a world…
The Hidden Element in Your Play History
July 30, 2021

The Hidden Element in Your Play History

In the Element Is Everything Podcast episode "The Hidden Element in Your Play History," Terri Novacek explores the science and significance of play through the work of Dr. Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute for Play and author of P…
How Do You Homeschool Different Learners Under One Roof?
July 2, 2021

How Do You Homeschool Different Learners Under One Roof?

In the Element Is Everything Podcast episode "Different Learners, One Roof," Terri Novacek sits down with three experienced homeschooling mothers to discuss one of the most common questions prospective homeschooling families ask:"What if my childr…
Why Environment Matters in Learning
June 4, 2021

Why Environment Matters in Learning

In the Element Is Everything Podcast episode "Turning a Space Into a Place," Terri Novacek sits down with Mariaemma Pelullo-Willis, co-author of Discover Your Child's Learning Style and co-creator of the Power Traits Assessment, to explore a topic t…
The Executive Function Connection
April 15, 2021

The Executive Function Connection

Executive Function is like air traffic control for your brain. It is where working memory, thinking, and self-regulation work together to get you through the day – learning, making decisions, interacting with others, and dealing with life. R…