Why So Many Kids Aren’t Thriving in School (And How The Good and the Beautiful Helps)

If your child isn’t thriving in school… it might not be them. In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s really going on—and what parents can do differently. In this conversation, I sit down with Patch Crowe from The Good and the Beautiful to talk about what’s actually happening beneath the surface when kids aren’t thriving academically. We dive into:✨ Why capable kids struggle in traditional school settings ✨ How reading impacts emotional well-being and identity ✨ What happens when learning becomes tied to stress or shame ✨ The philosophy behind creating a love of learning (not just checking boxes) ✨ Why homeschooling is growing—and what families are discovering ✨ How to create a home environment where learning feels natural and joyful This episode will challenge the way you think about education—and give you a new lens on what your child actually needs to thrive. 🔗 Learn more about The Good and the Beautiful: WebsiteInstagramFollow Patch: InstagramExplore more content: YouTube Kids Channel TikTok🎙️ Don’t forget to: Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a parent who needs to hear it. K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources: Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREEGet the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency WordsGet the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook Tuttle Twins BooksLearning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources