Kids are naturally curious about the world around them, so why does their enthusiasm for learning science start declining as early as third grade? In this episode, we're digging into a fascinating study involving more than 7,000 students and exploring what the findings mean for homeschoolers. From the pressure to cover curriculum to the importance of hands-on exploration, we're talking about how to nurture curiosity, make learning meaningful, and raise kids who don't just know more, but actually want to learn more.

Study source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11165-026-10368-z

Also, our current book club pick is The Self-Driven Child. Want to join us? The best part is… we don’t judge you if you show up and haven’t read the book! Join our Bookworm or All-Access Patreon membership if you’d like to participate in the book club. We’d love to welcome you! https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon

Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?

We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.

Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ to find everything in one place, including:

• Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.

• Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.

• Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.

• Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.

• Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.

• Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.

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Are you doing enough as a homeschool parent/caregiver? This is often a big worry and topic of conversation, but today we’ll be exploring what does “enough” even mean and how would you know when you've reached it? We'll explore practical ways to evaluate your child's progress, recognize what's actually working, and make room for learning, curiosity, and life beyond the checklist.

Also, our current book club pick is The Self-Driven Child. Want to join us? The best part is… we don’t judge you if you show up and haven’t read the book! Join our Bookworm or All-Access Patreon membership if you’d like to participate in the book club. We’d love to welcome you! https://bit.ly/HMUPatreon

Did you know Homeschool Moms Unfiltered is SO much more than just a podcast?

We’ve built the tools, resources, and community we wish had existed when we started homeschooling, so you don’t have to bump your way through it alone. And we’re still building all the time.

Visit https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ to find everything in one place, including:

• Personalized Homeschool Coaching - Get practical, judgment-free support tailored to your family, your kids, your questions, and your real-life homeschool challenges.

• Self-Paced Homeschool Courses - Start anytime and work at your own pace with hands-on courses that include companion workbooks, practical exercises, and step-by-step support to help you build your homeschool foundation, choose curriculum, gain confidence, and so much more.

• Books to Support Your Homeschool Life - We wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need and the name isn’t ironic. From getting started to choosing curriculum to dealing with homeschooling naysayers, our books are created to help you make informed decisions without panic, perfectionism, or someone else’s rigid blueprint.

• Live Monthly Meetings on Patreon - Join us for supportive, honest conversations with other homeschool parents and caregivers who get it. Bring your questions, your wins, your worries, and your “what even is happening?” moments.

• Secular, Progressive Unit Studies - Explore themed studies designed for curious learners and thoughtful families, with resources that are inclusive, accurate, engaging, and never trying to sneak in a worldview you didn’t ask for.

• Twice-Monthly Parent/Caregiver Book Club on Patreon - A low-pressure, community-centered book club for homeschool grown-ups who want to reflect, learn, laugh, and grow alongside people who understand the beautiful chaos of this life.

Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!

IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠