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Summer Bucket List for Families Who Want More Connection & Less Distraction
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Intentional Family Living | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Thrive | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Summer Bucket List for Families Who Want More Connection & Less Distraction

Learning Through Play: How Play Fuels Child Development and Lifelong Learning
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Learning Through Play: How Play Fuels Child Development and Lifelong Learning

A young child playing an educational game on a smartphone indoors, focused on learning.
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

How Screen Time Undermines Independent Play—and Why It Matters for Your Child’s Development

The Rise of Childhood Anxiety: Why Kids Are Struggling and How We Can Help
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The Rise of Childhood Anxiety: Why Kids Are Struggling and How We Can Help

Playroom Ideas for Small Rooms: Smart Solutions for Fun and Functionality
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Playroom Ideas for Small Rooms: Smart Solutions for Fun and Functionality

Dive into the benefits of risky play and learn why letting your child take calculated risks can be a transformative experience for their growth and development.
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Risky Play: Why It’s Essential for Your Child’s Growth and Development

Dive into the world of nature with "25 Easy and Fun Spring Nature Activities for Kids". Explore the benefits of outdoor play and watch your child's curiosity and creativity flourish.
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25 Easy and Fun Spring Nature Activities for Kids

Here are some engaging, screen-free rainy day activities to keep your kids entertained and thriving when it's too rainy to play outside.
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

26 Screen-Free Rainy Day Activities for Spring

Why Slow TV Shows Are a Gift for Kids in a Fast-Paced World
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Why Slow TV Shows Are a Gift for Kids in a Fast-Paced World

The Power of Mixed-Age Play: Why Our Kids Need It More Than Ever
Parenting | Play

The Power of Mixed-Age Play: Why Our Kids Need It More Than Ever

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

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Alanna Gallo

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📖 Former teacher with M Ed. → secular homeschooler
🌱 Reclaiming Childhood • Raising Confident Learners
Helping you prep kids for the real world 🌎 ↓

And THAT, my friends, is worldschooling 💁‍♀ And THAT, my friends, is worldschooling 💁‍♀️…and I want to help YOU start your worldschooling journey 🛫 🌍 comment WS101 to grab your copy of my Worldschooling 101 e-book!#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
Worldschooling is about so much more than travel—it's about raising kids who are curious, adaptable, and deeply engaged with the world around them. 🌍✨Wondering how to turn travel into meaningful education? ✈️I just published a Worldschooling e-book to help families get started! Comment WS101 so that you can get your copy— it’s absolutely perfect for curious, intentional families!#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
We packed up our lives, boarded a plane, and chose We packed up our lives, boarded a plane, and chose a different kind of education for our kids—one where the world is the classroom. 🌍✈️But here’s the truth: worldschooling doesn’t start with a passport. ✅ It starts with presence. ✅ It starts with helping our kids see the world around them—not just the one on a screen.Curious about worldschooling but not sure where to start? 🌍I put together an amazing Worldschool 101 e-book and I’d love for you to check it out! Comment WS101 below so that you can get your hands on your very own copy!#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
Your kids’ boredom >>>> any lesson he’ll learn Your kids’ boredom >>>> any lesson he’ll learn at school 📚Boredom allows your kids to: ✅ Problem solve ✅ Get creative ✅ Learn patience ✅ Build resilience ✅ Think independentlySo the next time your kids say, “I’m bored,” just LET THEM - and you’ll see what happens next in their growth development 🤸If you feel like your kids are bored especially without screens 🤳🏻, comment RESET so I can send you my 5-Step Screen Reset mini course! 🙌🏽#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
Let them take risks 💪🏽!Moms, I get it - we Let them take risks 💪🏽!Moms, I get it - we often catch ourselves saying, “Be careful!” ‼️ 🚨But what if I told you to stop doing that? 🛑Give your kids a chance to take risks, and to push their physical and mental limits. 🤸 🧠Risky play will teach your children to be confident, assess danger and even problem-solve in real time! 💡You know what that means? It’s time to ditch those screens 📱 that only promotepassive play - comment SFA and I’ll send you some of my best active screen-free activities to get your kids moving and thinking! 🤔#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
Risky play isn’t about being reckless—it’s a Risky play isn’t about being reckless—it’s about giving kids the freedom to explore, climb, balance, and grow. Instead of saying 'Be careful!' try saying, 'I see you're super focused, what's your plan?' Let them take on challenges and build resilience through experience. 💪Screen time is passive and doesn’t give kids the same opportunities to learn and grow. It's time to get your kids off the screen and into the world! 🌟Drop 'SFA' in the comments for 50 of my best screen-free activity ideas! 🙌#worldschooling #worldschool #homeschoolideas #playlearnthrive #screenfreekids #screenfreeparenting #parentingsupport #learningkids #kidsdevelopment
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