Kids & Family
In today’s world, we have access to more information than ever before—but that doesn’t mean we’re more informed. Between headlines designed to provoke, social media soundbites, and a constant flood of opinions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, confused, and even manipulated. As homeschool parents, one of our greatest responsibilities is to raise kids who can think critically, ask strong questions, and discern truth from noise. But how do we do that in a way that equips them—without exhausting them (or us)?
In this episode, we’re breaking down what it really means to be informed, how to help our kids develop discernment, and why a little healthy skepticism might be the key to navigating today’s information overload.
Mark Twain famously said, “If you don’t read the newspaper, you are uninformed. If you do read the newspaper, you are misinformed.” That quote, once a clever commentary on media bias, now feels eerily prophetic in a world where information is everywhere—yet clarity is harder than ever to find.
As homeschooling parents, we’re not just educating our children academically; we’re preparing them to navigate a world overflowing with conflicting narratives, emotional headlines, and viral soundbites. The ability to think critically, discern fact from opinion, and approach information with healthy skepticism is no longer optional—it’s essential. But how do we equip our kids with these skills without overwhelming them (or ourselves) in the process?
Continue reading at https://thehomeschoolperspective.com/ep30