How do we create a positive learning environment at home? Do I need a dedicated room to homeschool in? Should I use the dining table? Is it OK for children to do their bookwork on the sofa, the floor or even their bed? Well, today’s episode is here to encourage you that it matters less where exactly you make a place for the children’s focused learning time, but more that you take time to consider it and make a plan that works for you and your children. Leaving it to unfold can become frustrating and resources can become lost and damaged. Join me today to glean some hints and tips from my experience and those I’ve seen making places work at home for a great learning environment.

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THEN - picnic Claudelands Park 11am 26 February 2026 The Home Educators Network

Today's episode is for everyone. Whether you are already in the throes of homeschooling teens, or you are still looking forward to it - yes, I mean that - then it's always good to be a step ahead. I admit that I haven't got this all sussed out, or done it perfectly, but I have done my best to embrace the teen years in our boys and I have seen them enjoy being very motivated in pursuing their goals through homeschooling. So, I know it is possible! Join me today and share this episode with others you know who are home educating teenagers. We're all in this together!

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Nathan Wallis - Neuroscience Educator

He’ll Be OK - Celia Lashly

Growing With by Kara Powell

This episode will hopefully help to encourage you to reflect on your own routine for your homeschool days. Perhaps you have been struggling to find the balance between freedom in the day and getting certain tasks done? Perhaps you have a child who LOVES to know exactly what is happening when and another (or yourself perhaps) who are more fluid and prefer to go with the flow? Join me to hear about some ways to find the balance and some ideas that may help you establish routines and rhythms that work for YOUR practice of homeschooling.

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