
S1E8P1 - Patricia Fitzgerald's Unit Study Approach: Nurturing Academics and Interests at Home
The Fearless Homeschool Podcast with Micarle CalleaShow Notes
🎉 We're excited to welcome Patricia Fitzgerald to the Fearless Homeschool Podcast! 🎙️ Patricia is a homeschooling mum from Southeast Queensland 🌿. In this chat, we dive into: 📚 Patricia's transition from traditional schooling to homeschooling ⚡ The initial challenges faced with traditional school and distance education 🎨 Adoption of unit studies for a more enriched learning experience 🛠️ Strategies for combining reading, hands-on projects, and excursions in homeschooling 💡 The importance of valuing input over output in children's learning 📖 Using resources like Life of Fred and Beyond the Page 👩🏫 Facilitating group learning and overcoming the challenges of teaching a single child 🤝 Patricia's advocacy and support work through her Instagram (@fitslearning) and 'Free2Homeschool' group Tune in to hear her inspiring story! 🎧✨ Here's where to find about Patricia more: Website: https://free2homeschool.org/about-us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/free2homeschoolnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/free2homeschool/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Free2Homeschool Fearless Homeschool links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FearlessHomeschool Mentioned in this episode: Summit Promotion! Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026
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