November 23, 2021

The StoryWhen we picture a homeschooling family, we often imagine a stay-at-home mom, a working dad, and one or two kids. While this scene may be what we picture with regard to homeschooling, it is not necessarily typical. Mothers are often discouraged from home schooling their children because they work outside the home. They have been

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November 22, 2021

One of the things that homeschooling parents often hear is that their homeschooled child or children will not be “socialized.” Public schools are one of the conventional ways that kids make friends and engage in social behavior, but it is by no means the only way. Socializing the Homeschooled ChildLet’s look at some of the

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November 17, 2021

Homeschooling Philosophies ExplainedIf you home school, you will want to consider what home school philosophy to follow. You might be trying to find a philosophy that fits your lifestyle. Following is a partial list of some of the more prominent home school philosophies and/or curricula. Charlotte Mason:Charlotte Mason is sometimes credited with being the founder

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November 16, 2021

The Homeschool DecisionStill undecided?  Maybe it would help to look at the pros and cons. Pros You make the decision about WHAT your children learn. Some parents have reservations about what is being taught in public schools, and want to protect their children from certain information they deem inappropriate. You also may see deficiencies in

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November 16, 2021

At the beginning of your homeschool journey, it may seem like home schooling is just too difficult or complicated, or takes too much time. It can also seem overwhelming – where do you start? If you want to home school but are not sure where to begin, here are some tips that may help. Talk

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November 11, 2021

Would Homeschooling Work For Your Child? Have you thought about home schooling your child? Homeschooling has become a popular way for parents to educate their children. However , many parents are not sure if their child, lifestyle or situation would be conducive to home schooling. Here are some tips to help you determine whether your

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