Foundations of Learning

By Shali Flint

At K3 Homeschool Foundations, we are dedicated to empowering parents on their journey through the ever-evolving landscape of education. Our mission is to create a supportive community where parents

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December 08, 2025 Raising Resilient Kids: How to Turn Struggles Into Strength, Confidence & Lifelong Learning
In this episode, we dive deep into what it really takes to raise resilient, confident, lifelong learners in a world full of pressure and perfectionism.
Our guest—an expert with more than two decades of research and hands-on experience working with families, educators, and even Navy SEALs—breaks down how resilience is built, strengthened, and modeled at home.
Together, we explore the messy, real-life moments behind resilience: from school struggles and self-confidence dips to emotional overwhelm and comparison culture. You’ll learn why breakdowns can become breakthroughs, how mindset and self-talk reshape a child’s learning journey, and the small, daily habits families can use to support grit, curiosity, and adaptability.
We also dig into the rising pressures kids face in academics and sports, the warning signs of burnout or perfectionism, and how parents can partner with educators without adding more performance stress.
If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child navigate mistakes, big emotions, or moments of defeat—this episode offers clear, compassionate tools you can start using today. You’ll walk away with practical strategies, inspiring stories, and a new understanding of what resilient parenting actually looks like. Whether you’re supporting a struggling student or simply wanting to build a stronger foundation at home, this conversation will help you take brave, meaningful steps toward raising lifelong learners.
Follow Along with Kate:
Website: Www.katelundspeaks.com
Book-Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
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1h 3min
November 07, 2025 Raising Confident, Connected Kids: Emotional Learning Strategies from Slumberkins
What if emotional learning was as essential as reading and math?
In this episode, we sit down with the founders of Slumberkins, whose mission is to help children (and parents) build emotional intelligence through stories, connection, and play.
They share how their backgrounds in education and family therapy inspired a global movement that’s changing how families talk about feelings. We dive into their Connect-to-Grow Framework, the real-life challenges parents face when supporting emotional development, and how small daily rituals can help families break old patterns and grow together.
You’ll learn:
* How emotional learning shapes lifelong confidence and connection
* What the “Connect-to-Grow” framework looks like in daily family life
* Why supporting parents is just as vital as supporting kids
* Simple, practical ways to nurture emotional wellness at home
* What’s next for Slumberkins as they continue redefining emotional education
Connect with Slumberkins:
🌐 Website: www.slumberkins.com
📸 Instagram: @slumberkins
📘 Facebook: @slumberkins
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942
Tuttle Twins Books
https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
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1h 20min
October 27, 2025 This Daily Habit Shapes Your Child’s Future (and It’s Not an App)
Is reading to your child really that important?
In a world where kids grow up scrolling before they can crawl, we’re forgetting the most powerful learning tool ever created — a book.
In this episode, I’m breaking down:
✨ Why reading is more essential than ever in a screen-saturated world
✨ How daily storytime literally wires your child’s brain for success
✨ The surprising stats about what happens in your child’s brain when you read
✨ Why “boring” books like Brown Bear, Brown Bear are anything but boring
You’ll learn: How reading builds focus, empathy, imagination, and language skills
The difference between “entertainment” and true cognitive development
Why no app can replace your voice, your lap, and 10 quiet minutes together
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942
Tuttle Twins Books https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
👩‍🏫 About Me: I’m a teacher and literacy specialist helping parents raise confident readers — without overwhelm or “extra” screen time. I believe in simple, daily routines that create lifelong learners.
#Parenting #Reading #EarlyLiteracy #ChildDevelopment #Phonics #ParentTips #ScreenTime
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14min
October 20, 2025Why Your Child Hates Reading (It’s Not Their Fault)
Most kids don’t hate books — they hate the way reading is taught.
In this video, I unpack how our current education system (and even well-meaning parents) can accidentally make reading feel like a chore instead of a joy. We’ll explore what actually causes kids to disconnect from reading — and how to reignite a love for books at home.
If we truly wanted kids to hate reading, we’d do exactly what most schools do: skip phonics, rely on guessing strategies, push leveled readers, and treat reading like test prep. But when we teach with intention — through phonics, decodable readers, and connection — we build confident readers who love learning.
✨ You’ll learn: ✅ The 7 ways we accidentally teach kids to hate reading ✅ Why guessing and leveled readers create long-term reading struggles ✅ The connection between literacy and freedom ✅ Simple shifts you can make today to raise a child who loves to read
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K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942
Tuttle Twins Books
https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
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14min
October 12, 2025 Why School Isn’t the Same as Learning (and What Parents Can Do About It)
In this episode, I unpack a big question: What does true learning actually look like, and does it line up with what we see in classrooms today?
I explore the difference between schooling, education, and learning, and why those words shouldn’t be used interchangeably. You’ll hear:
* Why most classrooms are structured around compliance, not curiosity
* How extrinsic rewards (like grades and stickers) quietly kill motivation
* What true learning looks like when it’s driven by curiosity, connection, and developmental readiness
* The balance between explicit instruction and play-based exploration
* How parents can protect their child’s love of learning—no matter where they go to school
If you’ve ever questioned whether traditional schooling is really teaching your child to think, this episode will change the way you see education forever.
👉 Rediscover what real learning looks like—in the classroom and at home.
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942
Tuttle Twins Books
https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
...more
24min
October 06, 2025 Helping Children Manage Emotions & Build Resilience | Veronica Moya
Raising calm, confident, and resilient kids starts with giving them tools to handle big emotions—and mindfulness is one of the most powerful ways to do that. In this episode, I sit down with Veronica Moya, visionary educator, founder of Mindful V, and author of “Goom Finds His Happy Place.”
With over 25 years of experience in holistic education and features in outlets like The New York Times and Telemundo, Veronica brings a fresh, playful approach to meditation and mindfulness for children.
We explore:
Why mindfulness isn’t “too abstract” for kids—and how to make it playful.
How mindfulness practices actually support focus, reading, and math.
Simple, everyday tools parents can use to help kids manage anxiety, sadness, and overstimulation.
Why emotional intelligence is just as important as academics for our children’s future. *
Practical strategies educators and homeschooling parents can weave into the day.
✨ Veronica’s new book Goom Finds His Happy Place gives kids ages 5–10 concrete strategies for handling anxiety and sadness—something parents and educators are craving now more than ever.
📌 Learn more about Veronica’s work:Website: veronicamoya.com
Mindfulness Course: veronicamoya.com/mindfulness-course
YouTube: @VeronicaMoya
💡 If you’d like to support our mission and donate to our non-profit, you can do so here: https://veronicamoya.com/donate/
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
1h 1min
October 01, 2025 37% of Kids Lose Autism Diagnosis | What Parents Need to Know
Do you feel lost in a maze of trial and error when it comes to supporting your child with autism? You’re not alone. In this episode of Foundations of Learning, I sit down with Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist, mom, and founder of Navigating AWEtism.
Theresa has helped families in 21 countries cut through the noise and find evidence-based, practical steps that actually move the needle.
We dive into:
The biggest misconceptions about autism parents face today
Why early intervention matters, and how it shapes outcomes
The surprising research that shows 37% of children with autism eventually lose their diagnosis
Practical, step-by-step strategies parents can use at home and in school
How to filter through endless online advice and know what’s actually science-based This episode is full of clarity and hope, giving you real answers and a roadmap to support your child’s success.
✨ Where to Find Theresa Lyons & Navigating AWEtism:
Website: navigatingawetism.com
YouTube: @NavigatingAWEtism
Instagram: @navigating_awetism
Facebook: Navigating AWEtism
Resources Hub: awetism.net
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
1h 4min
September 23, 2025Why Your Child Can Read but Still Struggles with Spelling (and What to Do About It)
Is your child a great reader—but a terrible speller? You’re not alone. Spelling is one of the most common pain points parents and teachers share with me, and for good reason: most of us were taught spelling the wrong way.
In this episode, I break down why spelling is harder than reading, why memorizing weekly word lists doesn’t work, and how the Science of Reading offers a better path forward. You’ll learn:
The difference between reading recognition and spelling production
Why phonological awareness is the missing link for so many kids
How to explicitly teach phonics patterns so they stick
Simple parent scripts you can use at home to practice spelling the right way
Why unlocking the “code” of English—not memorization—is the key to lasting success
👉 Whether your child is just learning to read or already flying through chapter books, this episode will give you practical strategies to help them become a confident speller too.
📌 Resources Mentioned:
Free Assessment of the Six Syllable Types
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/7cf4106f11
Reading & Spelling Resources
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
20min
September 15, 2025 Why Finland Delays Academics (and Still Beats America in Education)
Is early academics really helping kids, or hurting them?
In this episode, I take a fiery look at America’s push for “Kindergarten Readiness” and why play-based preschool actually leads to stronger, happier learners in the long run. We’ll compare the U.S. education model with Finland’s world-renowned approach, breaking down differences in:
Preschool & early academics — why later is better
Recess & homework — why less creates more learning
Testing & assessments — what actually helps kids (and what doesn’t)
Teacher training & autonomy — why respect matters
Student well-being & class sizes — the overlooked key to success
If you’ve ever questioned whether pushing letters and numbers at age 4 is really the best path, this episode will give you the research (and the reassurance) you need.
💡 Parents — you can take back your child’s education and set them up for long-term success without the stress and burnout.
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
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Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942
Tuttle Twins Books
https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
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21min
September 08, 2025 From Synthesis to Recess: Ben’s Vision for Kid-Led Learning & Homeschooling
What if education was built around curiosity instead of compliance?
In this episode of the Foundations of Learning Podcast, I sit down with Ben, founder of Recess and former team member at Synthesis, the innovative online program inspired by Elon Musk’s Ad Astra school. Ben shares his journey from working at the cutting edge of education to creating a platform that helps kids learn through community, play, and their own interests.
We talk about:
Why Recess was created and the gap it fills for homeschooling families
What kid-led learning looks like in practice (yes, even with Minecraft!)
How parents can bring more curiosity, creativity, and connection into their homeschool
The future of education, technology, and balancing screen time with real-world skills
Encouragement for parents who feel “underqualified” to homeschool
Whether you’re just starting your homeschooling journey or looking for fresh ways to spark joy in your child’s learning, this episode will inspire you to see education differently.
Learn more about Recess:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
TikTok
Connect with Ben:
[email protected]
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K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
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FAQs about Foundations of Learning:

How many episodes does Foundations of Learning have?

The podcast currently has 56 episodes available.