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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The podcast currently has 76 episodes available.

Foundations of Learning episodes:

September 03, 2025 How Schools Were Designed to Control You: The History of American Education
What if our education system was never designed to help us truly learn?
In this video, I uncover the hidden history of public education, from the Prussian model to reformers like Horace Mann, and the influence of industrialists like Rockefeller, Carnegie, and Ford.
The truth is: government schools were designed to create obedient citizens and compliant workers, not independent thinkers. We were never taught how to learn, just how to memorize and obey.
But there’s hope. Parents, homeschooling families, and alternative education movements are starting a revolution, one that puts curiosity, creativity, and true learning back into the hands of children.
👉 If you’re questioning the system, this video is for you.
✨ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you believe education needs a revolution.
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
24min
August 13, 2025 Child-Led Learning in Preschool: How Little Busy Preschool is Rethinking Early Education
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Jessica, founder of Little Busy Preschool, to explore how she built a thriving early learning environment rooted in play, curiosity, and connection.
We talk about:
Why Jessica decided to start her own preschool and the pivotal moment that shaped her vision
How she blends child-led learning with foundational literacy and numeracy skills
Why so many Utah preschools lean toward academics—and her alternative approach
Practical ways to turn a child’s interests (like dinosaurs!) into full, engaging learning journeys
How to create a nurturing classroom that supports emotional regulation, social growth, and community
The biggest challenges and best surprises of running a preschool
Follow Jessica & Little Busy Preschool:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlebusybpreschool?igsh=MTlpMWVldnVsYzY3MQ== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1G1UQgLxzw/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Website: https://www.littlebusyb.com/
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
...more
1h 39min
August 12, 2025 How to Teach Sight Words (High-Frequency Words) That Stick | Effective At-Home Method
Tired of flashcards that don’t work?
In this video, I’ll show you how to really teach sight words (also called high-frequency words) in a way that sticks—using a method backed by the Science of Reading.
Instead of guessing or memorizing, your child will learn how to break down each word by its sounds, understand why it’s spelled the way it is, and actually remember it long-term.
This approach is simple, fun, and proven to work—even if you're not a teacher!
💡 I’ll walk you through how to use my High-Frequency Word Packet to:
Map each word using sounds and letters
Build fluency through short, daily practice
Reinforce learning with silly sentences and hands-on activities
Teach the 107 most important words your child will see in early reading
📘 Grab the printable resource here:
👉 https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
...more
14min
August 04, 2025 Why Handwriting Still Matters: How It Builds Strong Readers & Thinkers | Holly, Squiggle Squad
Is handwriting really that important in today’s digital world? According to Holly Britton—handwriting specialist and founder of Squiggle Squad—the answer is a resounding yes.
In this powerful episode, Holly unpacks how handwriting isn’t just about neat letters—it’s a vital bridge to literacy and brain development.
We explore:
Why handwriting helps wire the brain for reading
What’s happening neurologically when a child writes by hand
How handwriting builds attention, comprehension, and memory
Simple ways parents can support handwriting at home
What to watch for if your child is struggling—and how to help
Learn more about Holly & Squiggle Squad Website: www.squigglesquad.com
Blog: squigglesquad.com/blog
Follow Holly Instagram: @squigglesquadhandwriting | @hollyonhandwriting Facebook: Squiggle Squad on Facebook
LinkedIn: Holly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyhandwriting
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
...more
1h 20min
July 31, 2025 Prep Your Preschooler for Kindergarten | No Screens, No Overwhelm
Looking for a simple, screen-free way to teach your preschooler at home? This 7-week printable preschool packet was created by a former educator and mom to help you build strong literacy and math foundations—without the overwhelm.
In this video, I walk you through everything that’s included in this 140+ page resource and explain why it's an essential tool for homeschooling families and parents preparing for kindergarten.
✅ What’s Included:
First Sound Fluency
Syllable & Word Awareness
Phonemic Awareness & Rhyming
Letter Recognition, Tracing & Discrimination
Number Recognition & Number Sense (0–10)
Counting to 20
Shape Recognition
Color-by-Code for Letters & Numbers
Fine Motor Cut-and-Paste Activities
Designed to be print-and-go or bound as a workbook, this packet is easy to implement and developmentally appropriate for ages 4–5.
👉 Grab your packet here: https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/preschool-review-kindergarten-readiness-letter-numbers
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
...more
16min
July 28, 2025 How This Homeschool Family Wrote a Children’s Book Together: Faith, Integrity & Real-Life Lessons
What happens when a homeschool family combines their love of learning, faith, and creativity to write a children’s book together? In this episode of Foundations of Learning, I sit down with the Bryant family—authors of Trusting Timothy: A Story About Cheating—to talk about how they balanced homeschooling, daily life, and collaboration to bring a meaningful story to life.
📘 Learn more about Trusting Timothy and connect with the Bryants at https://trustingtimothy.com/index.html
-Book is also available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Trusting-Timothy-Story-about-Cheating/dp/163755995X
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
51min
July 27, 2025 Education Exposed: The DOE, SEL, and Teacher Burnout are DESTROYING our Kids in 2025
The education system is BROKEN... or it was designed this way, and it’s time to get LOUD about it! In this explosive episode of This Week in Education, I'm tearing into the U.S. Department of Education’s bureaucratic swamp, the woke SEL scam indoctrinating our kids, and the teacher shortage crisis betraying our educators.
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
31min
July 19, 2025 This Week in Education: $7B Education Funding Freeze, AI in Classrooms, Homeschool Boom, & $5B Voucher Bill Explained
We explore the shocking $7B funding freeze impacting schools nationwide. Next, we uncover the surging homeschooling trend reshaping how kids learn. Then, we break down the role of AI in classrooms and its future potential. Finally, we analyze the $5B voucher bill and what it means for school choice. Don’t miss the discussion
Follow for more updates!
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
23min
July 14, 2025Reimagine Learning: The Rise of Microschools & Changemaker Education
What if the system isn’t broken—but actually working exactly as it was designed to? In this thought-provoking episode, Shali sits down with David, educator and founder of Changemaker Education, to unpack what’s gone wrong in modern schooling—and what we can do about it.
Resources Mentioned:
Changemaker Education Website: https://www.changemakereducation.com/
Listen to his podcast Changmaker EDU: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/changemaker-ed-u/id1675749929
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
1h 15min
July 02, 2025 Don't Know What to Do With Your Toddler All Day? Start Here-Learning with Kelsey
In today’s episode, I’m talking with Kelsey—former teacher, mom of four, and the founder of Learning with Kelsey. If you’ve ever wondered what learning really looks like in the toddler and preschool years—or if you’ve felt pressure to start academics early—this one’s for you.
✨ CONNECT WITH KELSEY
Instagram; Learning with Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/learningwithkelsey?igsh=MTE1bzFwb2x4dXJ2cA==
Shop the Learning Boxes! Use my link and get 15% off: https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations
K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:
Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) 
Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) 
Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led)
Level 2: Beginning Reader 
Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide 
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
The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child
FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
Affiliates
Tuttle Twins Books
Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
...more
58min

FAQs about Foundations of Learning:

How many episodes does Foundations of Learning have?

The podcast currently has 76 episodes available.