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The Slow Parenting Revolution: Why Less is More in Childhood

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The Slow Parenting Revolution: Why Less is More in Childhood

Teaching Kids Problem-Solving Skills

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Teaching Kids Problem-Solving Skills

Chores for Kids by Age: A Guide to Teaching Responsibility

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Chores for Kids by Age: A Guide to Teaching Responsibility

How to Raise an Independent Child

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How to Raise an Independent Child

Together we’ll slow down, stop rushing our kids through life and raise lifelong learners who will become confident and independent adults.

thealannagallo

📖 Former teacher (M Ed.) turned secular homeschooler
🚫 Reducing screen time + rethinking school
🌱Raising confident, curious, real-world ready kids ↓

Yes, my kids are missing out. And I’m so glad th

Yes, my kids are missing out.
And I’m so glad they are.They’re missing out on:
🚫 The bullying
🚫 The rigid, test-driven curriculum
🚫 The trauma of active shooter drills
🚫 The long hours indoors with minimal movement
🚫 The screens replacing hands-on learning
🚫 The banned books
🚫 The missed travel opportunities
🚫 The pressure to perform instead of the freedom to exploreAnd in return?
They’re gaining real-world experiences, creativity, agency, and a love of learning that isn’t crushed by the system.If you’ve ever thought about stepping away from traditional school…
As a former teacher of over a decade, I’m here to say:
Your instinct is spot on.
It’s not easy. But it’s worth it.👇 If you’re already homeschooling, unschooling, worldschooling, or microschooling—what’s ONE thing you’re happy your child is missing out on?✨ Want screen-free, flexible learning ideas that fit this lifestyle? Comment SFA for the 50 Screen-Free Activities Guide.

I spent most of my 20s unlearning the beliefs that

I spent most of my 20s unlearning the beliefs that didn’t belong to me.
Trying to be who I thought I was supposed to be.
It took years to come back home to myself.That’s not the timeline I want for my kids.I want them to stay rooted in who they are from the start—
Not because we bubble-wrapped them,
But because we built a home where they were allowed to know themselves.Here’s how we support that:→ We invite curiosity, not compliance.
→ We celebrate their interests—even when they shift.
→ We model mistakes and repair.
→ We encourage big feelings, creativity, and expression.
→ We let play, not pressure, lead the way.✨ Looking to give your children this same advantage? Follow @thealannagallo for more ways to raise confident kids who KNOW who they are.👇 What’s something you wish you had been allowed to explore as a child?

When kids are overstimulated, the solution is outs

When kids are overstimulated, the solution is outside.
When they’re bored and sluggish? Still outside.
Fighting nonstop? Go outside.
Stuck in a screen spiral? Definitely outside.Nature meets kids where they are—and gives them what they need.
It’s sensory regulation. Movement. Curiosity.
It’s the missing piece most “behavior fixes” ignore.And here’s the good news:
You don’t need to plan elaborate nature adventures.
You just need a few simple prompts that work wherever you are.✨ That’s what the 50 Screen-Free Activities Guide is for—comment SFA and I’ll send you our favorite go-to ideas for outdoor (and indoor) play that actually works.👇 What’s your child’s favorite outdoor activity? Let’s swap ideas.

After years of teaching, parenting, traveling, and

After years of teaching, parenting, traveling, and observing what really supports a child’s development, I can tell you this:Kids need:
❤️ Time with you
🧠 A regulated parent
📚 Access to books
🌿 Outdoor play
💬 Deep connection
✋ Simplicity
🐌 A slower pace
🎓 A chance to lead their own learningThey don’t need:
🛍 Expensive matching outfits
💄 Sephora skincare routines at 8 years old
📱 More screen time
🚂 More toys
📌 Elaborate Pinterest crafts
⏰ 10 extracurriculars “to build their resume”The truth?
The things that matter most cost nothing—but require presence, patience, and intention.✨ Want 50 easy, low-pressure ways to meet your child’s real developmental needs (without screens)? Comment SFA and I’ll send you the link to my guide.👇 What’s one unpopular parenting choice you’re proud of making?

If you’ve ever felt like the odd one out for…

If you’ve ever felt like the odd one out for…🟢 Having screen limits
🌱 Avoiding food dyes
🌍 Traveling with kids
🛑 Saying no to overscheduling
💚 Letting your child roll down a hill instead of handing them a tablet…You’re not alone.You’re not “too much.” You’re in tune.And the more families who live this way, the easier it becomes to say:
We’re reclaiming childhood.
We’re choosing simplicity.
We’re doing it differently—and raising kids who thrive because of it.✨ Starting your journey toward fewer screens and more connection? Comment KIT for my free starter resource.👇 What do you wish more parents were doing? Let’s normalize it here.

Follow @thealannagallo for more screen-free parent

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