When homeschooling is hard, people often jump to the conclusion that they shouldn’t be doing it at all. But here is the truth: Tough times happen to every single homeschooler. Whether you are a brand-new homeschooler, an experienced veteran, a former classroom teacher, a college graduate, or someone who didn't finish college... no one [...]
Choosing homeschool curriculum is a hot topic at this time of the year, particularly for first time homeschoolers. There's a lot of pressure to make the “right” choice when the truth is that most curriculum is just fine and will provide your children with a grade-level learning experience. So, if you're on a budget [...]
Preventing summer slide for homeschoolers is just as important as it is for public school kids. Any time that a child has an extended break (2-3 months) from academics they risk losing retention of what they've learned. Does this mean that you have to do year round schooling so your kids don't forget their [...]
Homeschooling with toddlers and preschoolers around can feel like an impossible task. I've done it and you can too, especially if you use these ten tried and true tips that will save your sanity. Homeschooling a big family is both challenging and rewarding, but it takes planning to pull off successfully. Toddlers and preschoolers [...]
Leaving public school for homeschooling is a big discussion topic in my homeschool Facebook groups these days. People are asking when they should pull their kid from public school after deciding to homeschool. Some folks want to wait until the end of the semester or the end of the school year because they don't [...]
Thrifty homeschooling seems to be a hot topic right now, with both newbies and veterans looking to provide a quality education for their students on a budget. Current economic uncertainties have everyone watching their pennies. If that applies to you, then keep reading for ways to educate your children well while spending less. Inventory [...]