Hygge Homeschooling Through The Holidays

Hygge Homeschooling Through The Holidays ~
Written by Jessica Waldock of The Waldock Way

Have you tried hygge homeschooling? Hygge is all about creating an inviting atmosphere where you can enjoy life in a cozy way. It’s pretty close to perfect for homeschool families searching for a slower pace with more connection and deeper learning during the holiday season. 

Yes, you can practice hygge homeschooling through the holidays. It’s all about slowing down, cozying up with your kids, and enjoying experiences together. That’s how we ensure homeschooling through the holiday season can be fun and relaxing for everyone.

Want to learn more about how we adopted hygge homeschooling through the holidays? Keep reading to discover some of my favorite tips for fostering a warm connection on your learning journey and enjoying life together as a family this holiday season.

The Concept of Hygge

“In essence, hygge means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people. The warm glow of candlelight is hygge. Cozying up with a loved one for a movie – that’s hygge, too.” – Visit Denmark

Hygge is all about fostering a warm and cozy environment where everyone can thrive. Focusing on the really good stuff and building a deeper connection is what hygge is all about.

What feels hygge can be different for each homeschool family, but here are a few things that definitely say hygge for my family:

• Reading together 
• The warm glow of candles or campfire
• Cozying up to watch a movie together
• Soft fuzzy blankets and feather pillows
• Hot cocoa with lots of marshmallows

What says hygge to you? Are you ready for more hygge vibes in your homeschool? The holidays are the perfect time to take a break from the daily grind and focus on hygge homeschooling through the season instead.

Holiday Hygge Homeschooling

The holidays are busy! This time of year can be so stressful and it’s easy to get overwhelmed, overscheduled and over-tired quickly. But these days are filled with quintessential hygge moments too. 

Why not take full advantage of the season to foster connection and warmth while spending time enjoying life together as a family? Here are just a few ways we find hygge moments and learning opportunities in our homeschool throughout the holiday season:

• Reading aloud
• Baking together
• Playing holiday games
• Learning about other families’ hygge traditions
• Crafting ornaments and holiday decorations
• Writing Christmas cards
• Enjoying holiday light displays
• Wrapping gifts

Homeschooling Through The Holidays Can Be Relaxing and Fun

Homeschooling through the holidays can be relaxing and fun, it doesn’t have to be difficult. Let go of the usual expectations this season brings and adopt a hygge mentality in your homeschool. 

Resist the urge to participate in every single fun holiday activity in town. Put away the holiday bucket list and try not to compare your family to those you see on social media. Instead, settle in with those you love and embrace a slower, more thoughtful, and definitely more hygge holiday homeschool journey. 

Homeschooling through the holidays can be an amazing time to learn and grow together as a family. We can embrace unscheduled days that revolve around cozy hygge moments together if we are intentional about it. 

Are you planning to adopt a hygge approach to homeschooling through the holidays too?

I hope this inspires you to give it a try this holiday season.  I would love to hear what hygge homeschooling means to you, please share in the comments!

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