The Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life

by Julie Bogart
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Good Books rating 4.23
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  • ID: 4652
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780525505006
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Published: 2019-02-05
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

The Brave Learner offers a refreshing perspective on homeschooling, emphasizing the importance of making education an exciting and natural part of everyday life. Julie Bogart, a seasoned homeschooling expert, shares her insights and strategies to help parents create an environment that nurtures curiosity and joy in learning. She encourages parents to embrace surprise, mystery, and adventure, making learning a seamless and enjoyable experience for both parents and children. Bogart's approach is not about striving or perfection but about ease and enchantment. She provides practical advice on how to support your child's interests, even when they venture into unfamiliar territories. By modeling brave learning, parents can inspire their children to approach life with curiosity and courage, turning homeschooling into a journey of discovery and growth.

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Picture of a Homeschool · Picture of a Homeschool · 2021-02-10
practical 4.20

The book offers an honest account of a family's homeschool journey, including both mistakes and successes. It's seen as a relatable and practical guide.

This reviewer appreciates the book's honest and relatable portrayal of a family's homeschool journey, complete with both mistakes and successes. It's seen as a practical and insightful guide that offers valuable lessons and tips for other homeschooling parents. The reviewer particularly likes the book's emphasis on learning from experiences and the importance of creating a supportive and enriching home environment. The book's practical advice and personal anecdotes are highlighted as standout features, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in homeschooling.

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    As you read, you get a glimpse of her family's homeschool journey. It's an honest account which includes mistakes as well as successes.

    It's a practical and insightful guide that offers valuable lessons and tips for other homeschooling parents.

    The book's emphasis on learning from experiences and the importance of creating a supportive and enriching home environment is particularly appreciated.

Reddit - Homeschool · 2021-01-01
inspiring 4.00

The book is praised for its practical tips on creating an enriching home environment. It's seen as a valuable resource for homeschooling parents.

This reviewer found a lot to love in this book, particularly the practical advice on fostering a nurturing and stimulating home environment. They appreciate the focus on making learning a joyful and integral part of daily life, which resonates with many homeschooling parents. The tips and strategies shared are seen as practical and implementable, making it a go-to resource for those seeking to enhance their homeschooling journey. The book's emphasis on everyday magic in learning is particularly highlighted as a standout feature.

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    I really enjoyed a lot of the ideas in this book, especially the tips about cultivating an enriching home environment with a table ready for art and creation.

    It's a great book for parents who want to make learning a natural and joyful part of their family's routine.

    The practical advice is gold and something I can actually use in my daily homeschooling routine.

The Storygraph · 2020-03-15
uplifting 4.50

The book is described as inspiring and hopeful, aligning well with child-led learning values. It boosts confidence in homeschooling parents.

This reviewer found the book to be incredibly inspiring and hopeful, particularly in its alignment with child-led learning values. It's described as a refreshing and informative read that has given the reviewer more confidence in their homeschooling approach. The book's emphasis on being child-led is particularly appreciated, as it resonates with the reviewer's own educational philosophy. The practical advice and insights shared are seen as valuable and empowering, making it a must-read for any homeschooling parent.

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    The first home ed book I've read. Really inspiring and hopeful, informative and aligned with my values..being child-led.

    It has given me more confidence to follow my child's lead in their education.

    The book's emphasis on everyday magic in learning is particularly highlighted as a standout feature.

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