Sometimes challenges threaten a parent's will to homeschool his or her children. These challenges may be especially taxing on those who are new to the world of homeschooling. Below are some tips that will assist you with avoiding common homeschooling mistakes so that your experience will be successful and engaging. Resist the need to overschedule... Continue Reading →
For the Working Homeschooling Mom
Homeschooling your child or children while working full-time can be a challenging task for novice as well as veteran homeschooling parents. A common question from those who aspire to work and homeschool is, "How do you do it?" Although the question may seem simple enough, there is no simple answer. I often take the time... Continue Reading →
Mini-Post – Whitney Plantation Experience
Our experience at the Whitney Plantation was truly unique. We appreciate the experience, and we encourage all Americans to visit plantations when provided the opportunity. Plantations give us a glimpse of the harsh reality of slavery and force us to think about how things were, how things are, and how things could possibly be. To... Continue Reading →
Making The Homeschooling Experience Count
There is a common misconception surrounding homeschooling, and many believe that homeschooling should mimic the public school system. This is simply not true. Homeschooling is a highly individualized and rewarding experience for the entire family, and all have the opportunity to learn. That is the beauty and essence of homeschooling in a nutshell. Learning can... Continue Reading →
Week One Reflections – Mini Post
As our first week of homeschooling comes to a close, I thought that I would take a moment to reflect and share some of our experiences with you. We began this week's curriculum as planned and ended our week by attending our first field trip of the school year. The week was busy and full... Continue Reading →
Why Test Your Homeschooler?
I encounter mixed reactions when I tell people that I test my homeschooling student. Some homeschooling mothers give me a look of disdain, while others request an explanation as to why I would do such a thing. Non-homeschooling parents are more accepting about me homeschooling my child. However, many people frown upon the testing of... Continue Reading →
Budgetary Homeschooling
Homeschooling for free is the ultimate goal for most homeschool parents. However, I do believe that investing a little toward one's homeschooling education would positively impact the quality of education given. Don't get me wrong, many parents are able to give their children a quality homeschool education with little or no monetary investment. But, by... Continue Reading →
Evening Reflections…
The decision to homeschool was not an easy decision to make. When the time came to withdraw my daughter from the public school system, I had convinced myself that I was prepared to take on the challenge. But, was I really? I thought I was. Did I know then that it would consume me as... Continue Reading →
The Journey Begins…
... here with a young mind eager to learn in a comfortable setting and at her own pace. The journey begins with the realization that learning can be specific to one's individual learning style. The journey begins when you realize that the journey will never end. The journey begins when you realize that you are... Continue Reading →