EP233: "You are enough, just as you are." These simple words carry profound power for homeschooling parents constantly wondering if they're measuring up. In this heartfelt episode, Jean invites you to pause the endless striving and settle into a moment of genuine self-acceptance.

If this message resonates with you, come join the Inspired at Home community, where we explore these themes through masterclasses, coaching calls, and supportive conversation.

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EP232: What does Waldorf homeschooling look like in 2025? How has the homeschooling landscape and the Waldorf homeschooling movement changed? And what remains steady at the heart of Waldorf homeschooling?

Join Jean on the Art of Homeschooling podcast this week to explore the changing landscape of Waldorf homeschooling as families seek a more connected, creative, and holistic approach to educating their children at home.

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If this episode resonates with you as a Waldorf-inspired homeschooler in 2025, please join Jean and her team at the 19th annual Taproot Teacher Training in northeastern Ohio from August 14th to 17th, 2025.

Taproot is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with kindred spirits, step away from the day-to-day, and immerse yourself in the arts, storytelling, music, and nature. Reconnect with your homeschooling purpose at Taproot 2025!

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Come fill your cup this summer at the Taproot Teacher Training for Waldorf-inspired homeschoolers.

Through hands-on workshops, soulful conversations, and quiet moments in nature, you’ll walk away feeling grounded, inspired, and equipped to bring more rhythm and joy to your homeschooling.

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EP231: Jessica Bentson's journey into toymaking began with a heartfelt desire to provide her children with natural playthings she couldn't afford to buy. That spark of inspiration has grown into Toymaking Magic, her membership that helps parents create beautiful handmade toys regardless of their crafting experience. In this conversation, Jean and Jessica talk about the value of handmade toys and open-ended play.

Jessica shares why simple projects like beanbags make the perfect starting point for beginners while offering tremendous play value for children from toddlerhood through the elementary years. "Making beanbags is so satisfying," she explains. "My kids loved them so much and played with them the most out of everything I've ever made." These open-ended toys inspire children to invent games, build structures, and incorporate them into imaginative play scenarios for years.

For parents who feel intimidated by handwork, Jessica's step-by-step video tutorials show every detail of the process, making projects accessible even to complete beginners. Whether you're curious about needle felting, sewing, knitting, or woodwork, Toy Making Magic offers a treasure trove of Waldorf-inspired crafts that enhance both your homeschooling journey and your children's development. Discover the joys of making toys by hand and how this activity can transform your family's relationship with play and learning.

Find the Show Notes here https://artofhomeschooling.com/episode231/

Learn more about Toymaking Magic here www.artofhomeschooling.com/toymakingmagic

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Come fill your cup this summer at the Taproot Teacher Training for Waldorf-inspired homeschoolers.

Through hands-on workshops, soulful conversations, and quiet moments in nature, you’ll walk away feeling grounded, inspired, and equipped to bring more rhythm and joy to your homeschooling.

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