I was asking this question 4 years ago, so I'm writing the post I wish I'd had. 🥰A little background: Our family began officially homeschooling when our oldest son was entering kindergarten. I wasn't homeschooled and only knew a few homeschooling families, so I had a lot of questions (and trepidation) about choosing a curriculum.Here's what I've learned along the way:+ An open-and-go, boxed curriculum can be very helpful for your first year. We used Sonlight (with no regrets!) and I have many friends who love My Father's World. You go to their website, select your child's grade level, and order the materials. All you need for the year - the instructor's guide, books, and supplies - arrives at your doorstep. You're ready to homeschool! This helped me feel confident that yes, I was doing enough, and had advisors ready to help me if I needed it.+ A trusted homeschool mama in your community is an invaluable resource. If there's a homeschooling mom in your church whom you admire, ask her all your questions. How did she get started? What curriculum would she choose (or stay away from) if she could do it all again?+ Start simple, as it will take a while to find your rhythm. For example, all that a kindergartener *really needs* is a reading/phonics program, a math program, and (for Christian families) a morning Bible/devotional time. If that's all you do for your child's kindergarten year, great! You can add history, handwriting, science, and other electives as you grow more confident.+ Remember that you may not land on your favorite curriculum or educational philosophy your first year. And that's ok! If you're interested in finding your homeschool style, I've linked a helpful quiz in my profile.+ After you've narrowed it down to a handful of curriculums you're interested in, I love Cathy Duffy's review site (cathyduffyreviews.com). Her reviews are straightforward and very helpful.
If you're new to homeschooling, you might think you need to know all about everything. Here's what first time homeschool moms need to know.
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Get these human body worksheets for kids to use in your human body lessons. Teach them the different organs and how they function with colorful printables.
If you're stuck indoors for whatever reason, try these educational activities to crack boredom from easy science experiments to fun activities.
Our world has gone digital, but there are so many analog life skills that our kids still NEED! It’s no secret that life has changed in the past 25 years. When I was in high school, we didn’t have internet either at home or at school. No one owned a cell phone, except for wealthy […]
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Here's a quick introduction to the popular homeschool styles. Plus, some curriculum ideas that fit under of the philosophies.
Freedom Homeschooling lists free homeschool art curriculum for all grades. Art tutorials, art appreciation, and more!
Homeschooling families tell you what is unschooling and why it's the best way for children to learn.
So, today's post is completely out of the normal. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite homeschool memes. There is just something about memes . . .
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Teaching your kids how to type is easy and FUN with typing games for kids by KidzType. Read on for a full review of the program! I have received compensation for my time to prepare a full and honest review. We’ve progressed from oral narration to paper and pencil to a good chunk of online…
Want to teach your child the most important spelling rules? These are the basics and will help your child spell common words.
Hello, fellow gameschooler! Are you looking for information on gameschooling by subject? Well, you've come to the right spot. I have created a list of gameschooling resources by academic subject, including the absolute best games for your homeschool. I've also included top board game picks from my expert panel of gameschoolers. From card games to board games and so much more, we've got you covered! Gameschooling by Subject: The Best Games for Your Homeschool Check out My Little Poppies Course Offerings: The Lazy Homeschooler's Guide to Unit Studies How to Rock THE MOST IMPORTANT PART of Your Homeschool Day Gameschooling
I find homeschool memes so fun, although, since COVID most "homeschool" memes have turned into parents being terrified of having their kids at home, which
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Many say the psychological effects of homeschooling later in life are damaging. But that wasn't my experience. But, what does the evidence say about it?
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Homeschooling can be tough, but the days are filled with hilarious moments. These funny homeschool memes perfectly capture the messy days
These FREE Spelling Test Printables are such a hand, NO PREP resource. Lots of options to use with any spelling list for kids of all ages.
“Are there any tax breaks for homeschoolers?” Carol Topp, the Homeschool CPA, answers this question in the blog post.
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We have many homeschool families who have gone before us to guide us and give us confidence that we can create a useful, purposeful, and impressive homeschool transcript. So, let's dive into what colleges like to see on a homeschool transcript.
So, today's post is completely out of the normal. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite homeschool memes. There is just something about memes . . .
Use this homeschool supply list to stock up on must-have homeschool supplies for when you're just starting out! Includes a list of homeschool reference texts.
What are Multiplication Posters and How Can They Help Students Learn Math? Multiplication posters are a great way to help students learn math. They offer visual cues and support to help students understand the concepts they are working on. These posters can be used in classrooms, homes, or anywhere else students need a little extra help with their math. By providing an easy-to-understand visual representation of the multiplication process, multiplication posters can make learning math easier and more enjoyable for students of all ages. With these tools, students can better understand multiplication and develop the skills they need to succeed in math class. Free Printable Multiplication Poster If your students need help practicing their multiplication facts, you will want to grab this free printable multiplication poster! This post contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase using one of my links, which helps to support the blog. All opinions are my own and I only promote brands and products that I have used myself and truly love. Learning and memorizing multiplication facts can be hard for students. I made this multiplication songs and tricks poster to help remind my students of the tricks and songs they can use to help them memorize their multiplication facts. I have them keep this multiplication poster in their binders for easy reference. Tips are included for the multiplication facts for numbers 1 through 12. You can download this multiplication songs and tricks poster for free here. Other Helpful Multiplication Resources: Kicking It Math Multiplication Fact Fluency Program Multiplication Bingo Using Subitizing Cards to Foster Multiplicative Thinking 10 Ways to Practice Math Facts Multiplication Facts That Stick: Help Your Child Master the Multiplication Facts for Good in Just 10 Weeks Multiplication Slam Game Before you go, head on over to enter one of our giveaways!
Enjoy this project with your little one to help teach them address memorization and geography concepts.
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This week we're sharing our favorite homeschooling items to order from Amazon. Find favorites, tips, ways to utilize use Amazon for educational purposes.
I have discovered just how insidious the school system really is and it makes me ever so glad we made the choice to homeschool rather than allowing public school indoctrination to filter into the minds of our children.
We've all been there: the buckle at the knees, the unappealing pout, maybe the folded arms and determined scowl, all preceding the dreaded "WHY do I have to do this?!?!?!?"
Freedom Homeschooling lists free homeschool life skills electives for all grades. Home economics, personal finance, auto repair, and more!
Homeschool stereotypes seem silly, but (gasp!) some of them are actually true! Join me as I come clean about things homeschool moms don't want you to know!
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