You know your child better than any teacher, curriculum, or system ever could — but trusting that instinct can feel scary.

In this episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast, I’m joined by Leanne, a former classroom teacher, homeschool mom of two grown kids, and Unfold History co-creator, to talk honestly about what homeschooling really looks like over the long haul.

We dive into:

• How to know when a curriculum isn’t working — and when to switch
• Why learning should be engaging, exciting, and sometimes messy
• The freedom homeschooling gives families beyond academics
• The impact of screens, dopamine, and constant stimulation on developing brains
• Why college doesn’t have to be the end goal — and what success can actually look like
• How homeschooling can strengthen family bonds well into adulthood

🎬 Unfold History

Leanne is also one of the creators behind Unfold History, a live-action, story-based history program for kids designed to make history meaningful, visual, and relatable. The program uses short, kid-centered videos paired with flexible curriculum to help children understand why history matters — not just memorize facts.

Whether you’re homeschooling, exploring alternative education, or simply questioning the traditional school system, this episode will remind you that there is no single “right” path — only the one that works for your family.

🎧 Listen in and be encouraged: you can do this.

Check out: www.unfoldhistory.org

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The documentary mentioned is actually called : The Social Dilemma (not The Social Experiment!) 

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