90-Minute School Day

What stories are shaping your child’s self-concept? In this episode, I sit down with Amber O’Neal Johnston, homeschooling mother, speaker, and author of A Place to Belong: Raising Kids to Celebrate Their Heritage, Community, and the World and Soul School: A Literary Journey into the Soul of Black American Culture. Amber shares her passion for using books, culture, and intentional experiences to he...

Listen-in as we challenge conventional thinking about reading and literacy, inviting you to reimagine what learning to read can look like. If you’ve ever worried about whether your child is “on track” or felt pressure to meet school-based milestones, this conversation is for you. We deschool our mindsets around traditional literacy approaches and explore a more natural, expansive perspective on le...

In this episode, we welcome the always inspiring, Robyn Robertson, host of Honey! I’m Homeschooling the Kids. In this conversation, we dive deep into what schools simply can’t teach—and how homeschooling and unschooling unlock opportunities for lifelong learning that traditional education just can’t provide. Robyn shares her family’s incredible journey, from worldschooling adventures in Jamaica an...

What Winter Teaches Us About Homeschooling Well Is your homeschool feeling hectic as winter settles in? Wondering how to find a balance between rest and productivity this season? In this episode, we dive into the power of embracing winter’s slower pace and the Danish concept of hygge to create a homeschool environment full of warmth, connection, and joy. We talk about how winter isn’t just a time...

In this episode, Kelly chats with Evgeniia Arasim, a homeschooling mom and pro-metabolic health coach who helps homeschooling mothers recover from burnout and thrive in their daily lives through a return to wellness. Evgeniia shares her transformative story—from growing up in a competitive Russian school environment to embracing a homeschooling lifestyle with her family in Toronto. After facing se...

You’re invited to Art Class!  We’re sharing a conversation from the Day in the Life community featuring abstract artist and therapeutic art practitioner Corinne Woodhams. Corinne introduces us to the world of intuitive art—a practice of creativity, emotional release, and self-trust that’s perfect for homeschooling parents and their neurodivergent kids. Learn how intuitive art can: Help you strengt...

Ready to take your homeschool on an unforgettable journey? In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Jamie Pasho of Around the World in Homeschool Days. Jamie, a former elementary teacher turned homeschool mom and unit study creator, shares how her family explores geography, culture, and connection through beautifully curated lessons. We discuss the freedom to follow your child’s interests, embra...

Meet Liana Francisco—a grown unschooler, homeschooling mom to two neurodivergent kids (one who is PDA), multi-passionate entrepreneur, and parent coach. Together, we dive deep into the essential topic of boundaries and how they can transform your homeschooling experience. We explore why boundaries matter, how they protect your energy, and their vital role in raising confident, self-directed learne...

Ready to explore the transformative power of child-led learning? Meet Leah McDermott, an unschooling mom of three, former educator, grown homeschooler, and natural learning advocate. In this episode, Leah shares her unique journey from being homeschooled to teaching in the traditional classroom to unschooling, where she discovered that play, curiosity, trust, and connection are the true catalysts...

In this episode, we break down the common pressures and fears many homeschool parents face—like the belief that we need to teach everything or cover every topic from kindergarten to high school. I explain why that simply isn’t true and how embracing life as learning, rather than following a rigid scope and sequence, can be more effective for your child’s growth and development. We explore: The Sch...

In this episode, I’m joined by Amy Hughes, a homeschooling mother of nine, Wild + Free contributor, and writer whose words have resonated with many seeking a more intuitive, flexible approach to education. Amy shares the journey that brought her to unschooling and the mindset shift encapsulated in her catch phrase, "Curriculum is for the uninspired days." Together, we explore the freedom that unsc...

In this episode of The 90-Minute School Day podcast, we sit down with Casey Ehrlich, founder of At Peace Parents, to explore the transformative power of peaceful parenting, especially for those raising PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidant) children and teens. Casey is a social scientist with a Ph. D. in political science and a parent coach who brings over 15 years of experience to her work with famil...

Do you often wonder if you’re doing enough, or if you’re somehow falling short in your homeschooling journey? If so, this episode is for you. You’re doing an amazing job, and it can get easier! Join us as we explore the transformative power of deschooling and uncover the invisible toolkit that every homeschooling parent carries. Learn about the three essential tools that will enhance relationships...

Welcome to the 90-Minute School Day podcast, hosted by Kelly Edwards. In this episode, Kelly delves into the significant role that community plays in homeschooling. The episode is divided into three parts, featuring excerpts from a recent open house hosted live on Zoom. In the first segment, Kelly reintroduces herself and shares her family's homeschooling journey, along with an overview of the 90-...

As the new school season approaches, Kelly dives into the transformative power of deschooling and the stages of change that can guide your journey. Discover how strategic planning, reflection, and the process of de-schooling can help you create a more meaningful and joyful homeschooling experience. Kelly shares her personal transformation story and provides actionable steps to help you navigate th...

This question plagues all homeschoolers from time to time.   Have you found it pestering you lately? In this episode, Robyn Robertson of “Honey! I’m Homeschooling the Kids” and Kelly Edwards of “90-Minute School Day” conclude their “How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler” summer conversation series.  Catch the other conversations in prior episodes! This conversation tackles: What is ‘enough’?   How do...

This episode is part 2 of 3 of our LIVE summer conversation series on "How to Be an Awesome Homeschooler."  Kelly Edwards from “90-Minute School Day” and Robyn Robertson of “Honey! I’m Homeschooling the Kids” dive into the complexities of choosing and using curriculum in homeschooling or not using curriculum at all! They discuss the myths and expectations surrounding curriculum, the importance of...

In this episode, we dive into the joys and challenges of homeschooling with a LIVE audience as part of our “How to Be an Awesome Homeschooler’s Summer Conversation Series!” We ask and answer the following questions:  What does it mean to be successful in homeschooling? How does that definition vary for each family? What are you afraid of (in homeschooling)? What does control have to do with it? Wh...

Welcome to How to Be an Awesome Homeschooler! Join hosts Kelly Edwards, creator of The 90-Minute School Day, and Robyn Robertson, creator of Honey! I'm Homeschooling the Kids, as they introduce and dive into their exciting summer conversation series for 2024. In this special episode, Kelly and Robyn pull back the curtain on their friendship, families, and homeschools. They share updates from their...

Welcome Summer!  Did you survive "Maycember"? In this episode, we're diving all-in on the summer season and discussing how summertime naturally aligns with homeschooling principles. Kelly shares insights on embracing a relaxed summer approach, and the importance of being present with your children. This episode encourages listeners to set aside the pressures of planning the perfect homeschool year...

Join host Kelly Edwards in this eye-opening episode of "The 90-Minute School Day" podcast, featuring an enlightening discussion with grown unschooler, Liana Francisco. Together, they explore the intriguing notion of moving beyond traditional homeschooling curriculums and embracing a more effortless, natural learning process. The episode delves into their personal experiences in their home learning...

Spring is in the air, and with it comes a surge of energy, excitement, and distraction in our homeschools.  Cabin Fever has been cured by Spring Fever, so how do you cure Spring Fever?   In today's episode, we're going to explore strategies to navigate this season effectively, ensuring that both you and your children stay engaged, inspired, and on track with your learning goals.   Inside this Epis...

Here is your permission slip to try a different path!  If conventional schooling or homeschooling is a point of frustration, overwhelm or accumulating stress for you and your child, this is your invitation to become a guide instead of a teacher.   90 minutes a day is all you need to offer all your children (regardless of age) a world-class education.   This episode previews Guide Training™, delvin...

Strewing. What is it and Why should I do it? Welcome to Season 2 of the 90-Minute School Day podcast! In this episode, discover the secrets behind successful strewing and how it can turn your homeschool into a vibrant hub of curiosity and exploration Why Strewing Matters: Strewing is a catalyst for observation and deepening your deschooling. Tune-in to learn what strewing is, why you should do it,...

Discover a revolutionary approach to parenting and homeschooling! Join host Kelly Edwards as she engages in a live recorded conversation with Amanda Diekman, author of "Low Demand Parenting” and Robyn Robertson of Honey! I’m Homeschooling the Kids. Amanda walks us through her personal journey through burnout, breaking societal norms, and finding freedom outside conventional boxes. She shares pract...