Homeschool Unrefined

Hosts of the Homeschool Unrefined Podcast show how any parent, child, or family can begin to thrive as they unlearn old ways, lean into their own strengths, and celebrate unconventional wins.

Children deserve more than the systems we’re currently using to educate them. Teachers, administrators, and parents work hard in an outdated system that doesn’t meet kids’ needs. Think Differently About Learning challenges this system and offers a new approach.

Written by Angela and Maren, who have taught in various schools and homeschooled seven kids, this guide for parents offers a fresh perspective. It’s for homeschoolers, traditional schoolers, and everyone in between.

However you educate your children, this book will help you find balance and connection within your family. Alongside, practical advice on learning differences, mental health, technology, socialization, Think Differently About Learning encourages the celebration of differences, curiosity, and measuring success in terms of joy, interest, and critical thinking. It is a blueprint for a fulfilling life beyond traditional measures of success.

Angela Sizer earned her Master’s in Education from Concordia College and taught in public school for seven years. She homeschooled her own children for ten years and loved watching her children explore their passions and get excited about learning.

Maren Goerss has her Master’s in Education from Concordia College and taught elementary school for eight years. As part of a neurodivergent family, Maren sees learning differences as superpowers and leans into their strengths. After being a homeschool parent for years, Maren has started homeschool parent coaching and parent coaching for families with ADHD.
Maren and Angela created the podcast Homeschool Unrefined in 2016. In their podcast, they encourage parents to think differently about learning, rock their strengths, do less, and enjoy the journey.