Vintage Homeschool Moms: Discover Your Passion

Feeling like there’s never enough time to do homeschool “right”?

This encouraging episode will help you rethink what really matters, create space for meaningful learning, and give your child room to discover what lights them up.

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A Special Replay Episode

We’re excited to bring you this replay of a beloved episode from the Vintage Homeschool Moms archives! Whether you’re new to our show or revisiting this valuable conversation, we hope you’ll find fresh inspiration and practical wisdom for your homeschool journey. This timeless discussion about helping children discover their passions and making the most of your homeschool time is just as relevant today as when it first aired.

This Episode Is Especially Helpful If…

you feel behind in your homeschool
you’re worried your child hasn’t “found their thing”
your days feel too rushed or too reactive
you want to make space for meaningful learning
you need permission to slow down a little

Episode Overview

Do you feel like you don’t have enough time to give your kids the education you dream of? In this encouraging episode, host Felice Gerwitz challenges one of the biggest myths in homeschooling: the idea that we don’t have enough time. The truth? You have all the time in the world—because YOU are in charge of your schedule!

Key Takeaways

Breaking Free from the School Model

Your homeschool doesn’t need to mimic public or private schools
The goal is creating a love of learning, not covering every subject daily
Teaching children HOW to research and find answers is more valuable than rote memorization

You ARE the Giver of Time

You control your homeschool schedule
Even college-bound students can have time for passion exploration
Start small: 15-20 minutes before lunch or dinner

What Does Passion Look Like? When children discover their passion, they:

Get excited and want to share with others
Show enthusiasm naturally
Return to activities repeatedly
Want to learn more and go deeper

Practical Ideas for Younger Children

The Creativity Box – Collect Recyclables:

Toilet paper and paper towel rolls
Sturdy plastic yogurt containers
String, balloons, and straws
Tape (kids love tape!)
Paper cups and baggies

Simple Science Activities:

Balloon rockets on string ziplines
Baking soda and vinegar experiments
Magnifying glass exploration (outside!)
Paper towel roll marble runs

Building and Creating:

Blocks and bricks (Legos, Duplos)
Fort-building with blankets and chairs
Open-ended construction materials

Tips for Encouraging Discovery

Be Encouraging and Enthusiastic – Even when things get messy!
Ask “Tell Me About It” – Instead of “What is that?” which can discourage children
Listen Patiently – Give children time to explain their creations and ideas
Provide Resources – Start simple and gradually add complexity
Offer Hands-On Learning – Let children explore topics in their own way (videos, projects, presentations)
Model Creativity Yourself – Children catch what they see, not just what we teach

For Older Children

Electronics and Technology:

Consider waiting before introducing electronic devices
Use monitoring tools like Covenant Eyes for internet safety
Allow time for learning video editing, stop-motion animation, and other digital skills

Micro Businesses:

Vintage HS Moms: Time + Child = Passion (replay)