Health and PE: Building a Healthy Homeschool Environment - Monica Swanson, Part 2 (Homeschooling Every Subject)

Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution

“What our kids learn about health will impact them personally for the rest of their life.” ~ Monica Swanson

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Yvette Hampton chats with Monica Swanson about the often-overlooked subject of Health and PE in homeschooling. Monica shares practical tips for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health at home.

Key Topics:

• Benefits of Homeschooling Health and PE
• Integrating Mental Health into Homeschool Curriculum
• Tips for Healthy Lifestyles: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sleep
• Emotional Wellness for Kids and Parents

Key Takeaways:

• Addressing the Health and PE Requirements in Homeschooling
• Strategies for Promoting Mental and Emotional Wellness
• Vital Steps Towards a Healthier Homeschool Lifestyle
• The Role of Friendship and Community in Emotional Health

Come back tomorrow for the rest of this conversation.

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Recommended Resources:

Becoming Homeschoolers: Give Your Kids a Great Education, a Strong Family, and a Life They'll Thank You for Later, by Monica Swanson

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Raising Amazing: Bringing Up Kids Who Love God, Like Their Family, and Do the Dishes Without Being Asked, by Monica Swanson

Well-Rounded Homeschooler Course from Monica Swanson

Thrive: Health and Physical Education for Homeschoolers – Not Consumed (Kim Sorgius’s Health Curriculum)

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Homeschooling Every Subject Series

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Healthy Homeschooling – Aby Rinella on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

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1000 Hours Outside – Ginny Yurich on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

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Biblical Insights into Childhood Anxiety and Depression – Dr. Rush Witt on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

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Discussion Questions:

1. Intentionality in Health Education:

   • How can homeschool parents be more intentional about integrating health and PE into their children's curriculum?

2. Impact of Emotional Health:

   • Monica mentioned the importance of emotional health. What are some activities or practices that parents can incorporate to foster better emotional health in their children?

3. Correlation Between Lifestyle and Emotional Well-being:

   • Considering the modern lifestyle's impact on mental health, what changes can families make to promote a healthier and more balanced way of life?

4. Screen Time:

   • How does screen time affect children's emotional and mental health? What strategies can parents use to limit and manage screen time effectively?

5. Healthy Eating Habits:

   • What are some practical ways to encourage children to choose healthier snacks over junk food?

6. Physical Exercise:

   • How can families incorporate regular physical activity into their daily routine, especially if they live in areas with limited outdoor spaces?

7. Building Emotional Vocabulary:

   • Monica discussed the importance of giving kids an emotional vocabulary. What are some methods parents can use to help their children identify and express their emotions more accurately?

8. Role of Friendships:

   • How can parents help their children cultivate healthy, positive friendships, and what should parents do if their child is involved in a toxic friendship?

9. The Power of Gratitude:

   • In what ways can families practice gratitude together, and how might this help improve both individual and family emotional health?

10. Parental Modeling:

    • Monica emphasized modeling good emotional regulation. What are some ways parents can model healthy emotional responses and behaviors for their children?

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