
S1E1P2 - The Many Faces of Homeschooling: Kelly Kotanidis Explores Classical, Charlotte Mason, Roadschooling, Worldschooling, and Beyond Part 2
The Fearless Homeschool Podcast with Micarle CalleaShow Notes
I am thrilled to start our Fearless Homeschool Podcast Journey with the wonderful Kelly Kotanidis. 🎙️✨ Kelly is nearing the end of her homeschooling journey with her 5 children and was the founder of Fearless Homeschool before moving on to her newest project, Business in Your Backpack. 🎒 In this chat, we explore: 📚 How the birth of Kelly's fourth child sparked her journey into homeschooling. 📖 How she immersed herself in a wealth of homeschooling books to learn as much as she could. 🏡 The influence of Charlotte Mason and the Classical Approach on the early years of her homeschooling experience. 🔄 Her ongoing need for flexibility and adaptability, particularly as her children entered their teen years. 🚀 What's next for Kelly in life and her professional journey. You can connect with Kelly and follow her latest venture, Business In Your Backpack, below. 💡 Also, if you haven't yet, be sure to check out her workshop at the Fearless Membership Summit. 📚The Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit: https://fearlesshomeschool.com/australian-new-zealand-homeschooling-summit/ "[Homeshooling is] Not just something we do because it's better for them, but it could actually be better for the whole family and give us a really fun life." - Kelly Kotanidis Here's where to find more: 🌐 Website: https://businessinyourbackpack.com/ 🎧 Podcast: https://businessinyourbackpack.com/online-business-from-scratch-podcast/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@businessinyourbackpack Mentioned in this episode: Summit Promotion! Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026
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