One of the greatest benefits of homeschooling is the freedom to tailor education to our children's needs. Determining just how to accomplish that tailoring, though, is a challenge to even the most veteran of homeschoolers. ...
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Everyone needs some time to themselves, with certain personalities needing more time than others. When you are both parent and teacher, that time can be hard to come by. So, what do you do when you find yourself really needing some "me time"?...
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Remember that you are in charge of your child's education. If your curriculum isn't a good fit, you will only make yourself and your kids miserable if you stick with it. ...
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It is important to acknowledge that lack of patience is often simply an excuse against homeschooling. The next step is to move beyond excuses and honestly evaluate whether or not there are real issues, what you can do about them, and whether or not the homeschooling decision should be reconsidered....
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It happens to most homeschool parents at some time, whether they are just starting out or have been homeschooling for a while. Eventually, they come up against a subject that they struggle with themselves - and it is not always the expected and oft-dreaded high school science and math! ...
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The books and supplies have arrived. A schedule is even in place. But you look around and wonder, "Where in the world are we going to do school?" Don't worry! It isn't as challenging as it might seem....
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"I just love your child! He always listens and behaves so well!" Do you ever hear a Sunday school or co-op teacher say those words about the very child who doesn't seem to listen to a word you say at home? Being both teacher and parent to a child who...
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Unfortunately, no school plan is fool proof. While many families have to deal with the interruption of illness, a move, or some other unexpected crisis, sometimes it just comes down to the realization that you need a break just because! ...
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Realize that homeschool confidence comes with experience, both successes and mistakes. As you learn what works—as well as what doesn’t—you’ll gain confidence in your abilities....
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