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Homeschooling offers many advantages, many of which are deeply cherished by the children themselves. We’ve written lists of reasons we love homeschooling, but the reasons why kids love homeschooling are numerous and varied, from the freedom to learn at their own pace to the opportunity to incorporate pets into their “classroom.”This post highlights the […]
[…] easy checklists to follow. We live in a society that’s always looking for a foolproof formula or an instant solution with guaranteed results. In the homeschooling world, how can someone be an “expert” on teaching kids at home when they haven’t been married, are not a parent and have never homeschooled? Yet since 1984, […]
[…] 1:28 I want you to have kids, kids, and more kids. That pretty much sums up the first words God said to the first man and woman. How well has humankind fared in obeying this command through the ages? The global flood in 2348 B.C. wiped out everyone except for eight souls (Noah and […]
[…] past eighteen months. COVID-19 is bad; homeschooling is good. Like it or not, many people get started on their homeschooling journey because of a bad experience. That’s how we got started twenty-five years ago. Our oldest son attended a local public school for thirteen days before we pulled him out because of several dramatic […]
Come learn from a homeschool mom of 9, who shares tips for creating a homeschool daily schedule. Learn how to structure your homeschool day! For all of you Type A homeschoolers out there, the words “structure” and “routine” translate to blissful harmony in the soul. Scheduling your school day is a no-brainer and is […]
[…] that energize and invigorate homeschooling mothers with plus practical encouragement for the homeschool journey. She is the author of How To Have A H.E.A.R.T. For Your Kids, How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You?, and The Word in Motion. Enjoy more encouragement and inspiration from Rachael by visiting her blog at RachaelCarman.com. Rachael Carman Author […]
[…] and 4th grade this school year. We have been homeschooling since my oldest daughter started kindergarten. When I first began, I never knew I would collect so many special homeschool days in our family. I create content for family-friendly brands remotely and assist my husband with our freelance videography business. While the years of […]
[…] is a mix of homeschooling and classroom time. There are so many different ways to define hybrid homeschooling, and it is a relatively new tendency in education. How hybrid homeschooling looks will depend on what your school or homeschool group may offer. With a hybrid homeschool, your student will go to school a few […]
[…] Mom. And moms are often the homeschool graders. Mom, when you homeschool, both you and your students have to face reality. And the fact is, you know how your students are actually doing. Homeschooling allows you to know whether or not your children truly understand the material or not. You know if your kids […]
[…] irony is that the more time you spend together, the more you learn about each other. The more you will figure out what makes your child tick, how they are wired, their learning styles, and their personality traits. Ultimately, your heart will turn to them, and their hearts will turn to you (Malachi 4:6). […]
[…] up following lock downs? Let’s take a look! COVID-19 changed everything about education in 2020. In the past year, I’ve written several articles (including this one) about how COVID-19 has dramatically affected K–12 education. I discussed several surveys from last spring indicating that numerous parents were seriously considering the idea of continuing to homeschool […]
[…] faith, and understand the value of others. It can also help children develop a Biblical worldview and understand the Bible’s truths and God’s plan for mankind. How do I Choose a Homeschool Bible Curriculum? Once you have decided you want to purchase a homeschool Bible curriculum, it is important to consider a few […]
[…] depth and come up with a hands-on experiment that investigates a question you have about the world around you. Let’s walk you through the complete process of how to do a science fair project. Including, coming up with an idea, creating a testable question, conducting the experiment, recording and examining your results and even […]
[…] bottom line is that knowledge of the Holy One combined with a deep and abiding love of God became a high priority in our family homeschool. And how much reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic should we try and “squeeze” into the schedule? From a practical standpoint, what should this look like? Let me rephrase the […]
Still, fears abound. As a result, many people will be seeking God for answers. Philippians 4 reminds us Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice
[…] you curate your student’s educational path, their needs and preferences will become more apparent. Some homeschooling costs are challenging to pin down due to a few factors: How many children you are homeschooling: While you can save a lot of money by teaching certain subjects to multiple children, there will still be expenses for […]
[…] even siblings. You see, homeschooling is a whole family endeavor. And the accomplishment should be celebrated in style and by all the participants (i.e. the entire family). How can a parent encourage their homeschool graduate? Here are a few suggestions: Celebrate their accomplishments Take time to acknowledge and celebrate your graduate’s achievements. Let them […]
[…] and its surrounding community, used to be the center of family life, a place pulsing with productivity and learning. A lively home is hard to find now. How can you cultivate one? Let’s find out! When my brother and I started school at home, we had already experienced both public and private schools. Perhaps […]
[…] the game plan.” This means that the team arrived with some predetermined plays to start things off. They probably also had a few adjustments planned, depending on how successfully or unsuccessfully their initial strategy played out. With homeschooling, you need to start each year with a game plan, a strategy. You’ve selected curricula with […]
[…] parents in an individual home runs their respective homeschool. Sure, the state or local governments set certain requirements and benchmarks, but the teacher, AKA the parent, determines how to run their homeschool. Core Principles and Values Generally, families opt for homeschooling because they can follow a customizable educational philosophy. Homeschooling families are drawn to […]
