Is it more than just learning resistance? Could it be a learning difference?

Every parent has faced it: the child who melts down at the mention of math or refuses to “do school.” You push through, stay consistent, and eventually they learn, maybe even thrive.

But what if they don’t?
What if, despite your best and most creative efforts (games, songs, rewards, creative curriculums) progress is painfully slow or nonexistent? What if letters, numbers, and sight words just won’t stick?

Maybe it’s not just resistance. Maybe it’s a learning difference.

Jessica Pyykkonen knows this journey intimately. One of her sons struggled for years... unable to remember basic letter sounds, numbers, or even the order of the months. His diagnosis included Visual Processing Disorder, Slow Working Memory, and a Reading Disability, though Jessica also saw signs of Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia.

But today, he’s thriving.
He’s confident, athletic, social, and smart. But reading is still hard. Math is still hard. Writing feels impossible. And dates still don’t stick.

Join Jessica

In this heartfelt and practical session, Jessica Pyykkonen shares her home education journey with her Out-of-the-Box Learner, focusing on the elementary years (ages 5–12). She offers real-life insight, encouragement, and resources that helped her family navigate learning differences with grace and grit.

There will be ample time for questions, and space for parents to feel seen, supported, and inspired.

How to Homeschool Out of the Box Thinkers

By Home Education Resouce Center

How to Homeschool Out of the Box Thinkers