Forget Summer School: Do These 4 Things Instead

Summer is right around the corner, and as parents, we always find ourselves in the same debate: How do we keep our kids growing without making their break feel like summer school? In this episode, Mackenzie breaks down four practical, low-pressure strategies to build a genuine culture of learning in your home this summer. Plus, this episode is packed with tangible, actionable examples designed to teach your kids autonomy, resilience, and curiosity. Like letting your kids completely navigate your next family airport trip or starting a weekly "failure report" at the dinner table. Tune in to find out how you can build a family culture of learning this summer.

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The "Secret" to School Behavior: Why Your Child Can't Sit Still

11 Things Your Kid's Brain Actually Needs: Learning Science Principles That Make Learning Stick
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11 Things Your Kid's Brain Actually Needs: Learning Science Principles That Make Learning Stick

291. Why School Leaders Still Feel Burned Out After Summer Break
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291. Why School Leaders Still Feel Burned Out After Summer Break

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College Betrayed Our Kids. (And What Smart Parents Do Instead)

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How AI Is Changing Google Search Right Now | Ep. 13 Tasha + Katie Biddle

How to Raise Kids Who Can Handle Hard Things | Kathryn Hecht | TED
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How to Raise Kids Who Can Handle Hard Things | Kathryn Hecht | TED

Honest Answers to Your Questions- Did I start with money? Do we teach history? Are phones banned?
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Honest Answers to Your Questions- Did I start with money? Do we teach history? Are phones banned?

Alpha Anywhere: Elite At-Home Academics, Worldwide
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Alpha Anywhere: Elite At-Home Academics, Worldwide

How to coach a crying kid
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How to coach a crying kid

What kids know about motivation (and we don't) | Betsy Blackard | TEDxClaremontGraduateUniversity
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What kids know about motivation (and we don't) | Betsy Blackard | TEDxClaremontGraduateUniversity

10 AI Tools Your Kids Can Use Today (Alpha-Tested and Vetted)
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10 AI Tools Your Kids Can Use Today (Alpha-Tested and Vetted)

The Alpha Model: Where Every Student Has an IEP
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The Alpha Model: Where Every Student Has an IEP

I asked a professional organizer how to stop the ADHD clutter shame spiral | Sorry, I Missed This
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I asked a professional organizer how to stop the ADHD clutter shame spiral | Sorry, I Missed This

What Parents Are Really Saying: Alpha’s End-of-Year Survey Results
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What Parents Are Really Saying: Alpha’s End-of-Year Survey Results

Why Building Unique Reward Systems for Every Kid Is the Future
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Why Building Unique Reward Systems for Every Kid Is the Future

The Japanese Rule That Teaches Kids Self-Discipline (Not Blind Obedience)
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The Japanese Rule That Teaches Kids Self-Discipline (Not Blind Obedience)

Teaching Children This Skill (No Matter Their Age) Can Make a Difference For The Rest Of Their Lives
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Teaching Children This Skill (No Matter Their Age) Can Make a Difference For The Rest Of Their Lives

The Secret Japanese Habits to NEVER Clean
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The Secret Japanese Habits to NEVER Clean

🐭 Never Share Your Plans Until They Become Reality | Powerful Life Lesson | Zarqan Tales
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🐭 Never Share Your Plans Until They Become Reality | Powerful Life Lesson | Zarqan Tales