Unschooling is legal in all 50 states. It is an educational home-school model that involves no curriculum. Learning happens all the time. Unschool Your Kids

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.

fun and simple ways to learn all about herbalism in your homeschool.

Homeschooling families tell you what is unschooling and why it's the best way for children to learn.

Lifestyle blog about motherhood, marriage, recipes, style and the beauty of everyday life sharing all about my homeschooling day

I hope you enjoy these funny homeschool memes as much as we did making them. A funny homeschool meme really brightens up our day!

Homeschool quotes are both funny and encouraging. These quotes about homeschool will make you think and (laugh) about homeschooling and homeschooling issues

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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?

How does unschooling spelling work? Learn ways unschooled kids pick up on spelling naturally, resources if they don't, & lots of reassurance.

Homeschooling is learning at home, but it doesn’t always have to look like school at home.

Many new homeschoolers are concerned if they are spending enough or too much time doing school in homeschool. How should we be scheduling homeschool?

Check out these 7 tips on how to homeschool and work full time. Homeschooling as a full-time working mom is possible with a little planning.

Hey fellow unschooling families! As we eagerly prepare for another enriching year of child-led learning, I can’t help but feel a rush of excitement and curiosity for the journey ahead. Unschooling …

Memes. They can cram an entire argument into one witty frame. Homeschoolers can hold their own when it comes to great memes. Here is a list of 100 great homeschool memes from some great bloggers and artists including yours truly. Plus, get to the end and find out how to enter to win $100!

How does one combine homesteading with a homeschooling lifestyle? Find out how and why in this interview with a homesteading homeschooler.

Do you ever look around at your homeschool and wonder where it all went wrong? We stand in our kitchen stumped because we know we did this right. We have classical books, hand-lettered planning sheets, tea times, nature hikes and co-op days all slated out. We have market baskets and mini chalk boards. This afternoon

Master Homeschool Curriculum List with links: free online programs, online curriculum, homeschool curriculum by subject, and more! Come check it out!

Homeschooling isn't exactly easy, but public school also has its own things that irritate and exhaust me. Check out the 20 things that drove me nuts when my daughter was in public school and how homeschooling has changed and benefited our family now!

Homeschoolers often get asked why they homeschool! I've rounded up some bloggers to make memes that describe why they homeschool.

Just stepping your toes into the world of homeschooling? Wondering what the different types of homeschooling methods are and which one is the best fit for your family? Choosing a homeschool style can seem daunting and overwhelming at first, but taking the time initially to learn all the different methods will help you to understand … The Different Types of Homeschooling Methods Explained Read More »

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I love inspirational quotes, especially quotes that resonate with me on homeschool lifestyle. And I love creating beautiful quote art as well for different projects. So, I decided to compile a collection of beautiful and inspirational homeschool quotes here on the blog. If you like what you see, follow me on Instagram where I post fresh quote art designs. And check out my Zazzle shop, where all of these designs and more can be used for just about any product you could possibly want... and ma

Homeschool quotes are both funny and encouraging. These quotes about homeschool will make you think and (laugh) about homeschooling and homeschooling issues

Take a tour through all the most popular homeschooling styles! Each method is explained in-depth, to get you started on your ideal homeschooling lifestyle.

In your second moment of coronavirus levity, here's how you reacted to your kids' home-schooling and on-line learning.

Having a bad day? View these funny, encouraging, inspirational, and positive homeschooling quotes for some much-needed reassurance and encouragement.

Have you heard about The Good and The Beautiful controversy? It is a hot topic in homeschool circles and I'm sharing my thoughts here.

Our kids can have a huge advantage if they start learning how to code at an early age. Here are 10 resources for kids to start coding.

Homeschool quotes are both funny and encouraging. These quotes about homeschool will make you think and (laugh) about homeschooling and homeschooling issues