Oct. 29, 2024
What do Home Educators want for Christmas?
Finding meaningful presents for home educators is a genuine challenge - these parents frequently sacrifice personal comforts to maintain their educational lifestyle, so let's fix that!
Here are ten curated suggestions:
- PACMAT by rubbastuff — a compact, waterproof picnic blanket designed by a London family. It solves a problem that drives home ed families bonkers daily, replacing cumbersome traditional blankets with something practical yet aesthetically pleasing.
- Womb to World Art badges — affordable stocking fillers supporting small UK businesses while celebrating the home education choice through wearable art.
- Wild Human Skincare — addresses outdoor exposure concerns, created by a home educating entrepreneur using ethically sourced, organic ingredients.
- Budget-friendly alternatives — offering organizational help, quality time with their children, or babysitting are gifts requiring time rather than money.
- Craftiosity subscriptions — deliver complete DIY experiences eliminating startup overwhelm for hobby exploration.
- YETI insulated mugs — for ensuring a warm beverage, always.
- Ashleigh & Burwood fragrance lamps — a lovely bit of home comfort.
- Hu organic chocolates — because everyone deserves a treat.
- The Happiness Planner — for internal reflection and a slower pace.
Thoughtful consideration itself becomes the best gift a home educator could ask for anyway.
Find out more about working with me at kellyrigg.mykajabi.com, and hear more real conversations over on The BIG Home Ed Conversations podcast — also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and follow along on Instagram and TikTok @bighomeedpodcast.
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