Michelle Brownell

Michelle is the founder of Homeschool Essentials, Director of GrowthMinded with Big Life Journal, and a Learning Consultant with Bright & Quirky. A certified parenting coach, she helps homeschool families with out-of-the-box learners thrive. Her signature approach bridges child development science with practical strategies across three pillars—confident parenting skills, personalized education support, and mental health awareness—equipping parents with actionable tools to create calmer homes, support unique learners, and strengthen family connections.