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.

Inside: So many parents don't even try to homeschool because they think they need things you don't actually need to homeschool. Here are nine things you don't need to homeschool...and the one thing you absolutely

In times homeschooling has emerged as a viable and increasingly popular alternative, to traditional schooling. Families from around the world are opting for homeschooling due to its flexibility. Personalized learning experiences. In this blog post we will get into the benefits of homeschooling over traditional schooling and shed some light on why many parents are

Sharing a few tips to help you establish a sustainable homeschool rhythm and give a glimpse into our daily rhythm.

Take a trip with your homeschool students grades 3-8, and notebook across the USA with these states unit studies. There's a FREE unit study for all 50 states.

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

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

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

57751 628SharesOf everything that has happened to me as a parent, perhaps nothing has surprised me more than the fact that we ended up relaxed homeschoolers. Homeschooling was always on my radar. Relaxed homeschooling was not. I have a teaching degree. I was in a specialized program that focused on creating effective learning curriculum. How is …

I thought I would take a moment and share with you Top Ten Homeschool Companies. These are the companies that provide the meat of our homeschool. They are companies that I always seem to fall back on whenever I'm looking for something new to do.

I was hoping there would be some positive changes when we decided to quit public school and start homeschooling, but I did not expect to experience these 5 amazing benefits! Let me show you how learning at home can benefit your children and families more than you can imagine! #homeschool #benefits

Many families who look into homeschooling have questions and concerns. I'm happy to answer them and set you on the right path!

There is no reason homeschooling your kids should break the bank. Let me show you how I am able to get over $3,600 in free homeschool curriculum each year!

If you are new to homeschooling & want to set yourself up for success, here are some dos & don'ts as you get started your first year homeschooling.

Are you homeschooling because you felt like sending your kids to school would take the spark out of learning? I completely agree with you because, to me, the harmful effects of compulsory schooling…

Sharing 5 things to help you prepare your heart and home for an intentional and life-giving homeschool year. Plus a free printable to get you started!

Deschooling definition: planned period of adjustment a child needs when transitioning from public school to homeschool. Understanding how long it takes and why the deschool process has major, necessary benefits in helping a child decompress and successfully prepare for switching to home school and formal school work. Get tips for de-schooling, learn how to start homeschooling with deschooling, the difference between deschooling vs. unschooling and more!

Unexpectedly home with your kids for a few weeks? Please, don't do school at home. You have a unique opportunity to give them the best education of their lives!

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 . . .

Teaching parents how to Homeschool high school

Ready to plan a joy-filled year? Here’s how I loosely plan our homeschool year with a very un-fancy spiral notebook.

When a lot of people talk about homeschool home economics it is usually a fun joke about having kids do chores or help with a DIY project. While it always makes me laugh, I think there is more to

100 Activities to do with your kids - that are Free!

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.

Inside: Let me persuade you to read the homeschool book I read five times my first year homeschooling. I still read it every single year: it's that good. Last year, I read the same homeschool

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 …

Do you suspect that your child has ADHD? Have you wondered what that means for your homeschool journey? Should you have him or her tested? Can you even do homeschooling properly with an ADHD child?

Self-care for moms can be difficult. Add in homeschooling and now you’ve really got a challenge! But what if you are an introverted homeschool mom surrounded by extroverts. How can you not only homeschool well but also thrive in a world full of extroverts? This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more […]

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

This first day of homeschool interview is a fun way to start a new school year! Open up conversations about your child’s hopes and dreams and treasure their answers for years to come with this digital download. Personalise it with your child’s name at the top too! Reprint at the beginning of every school year and see how some of the answers change as they grow! I hope you enjoy this printable and please tag me on Instagram @blossom_schoolhouse with your little ones using it on their first day of homeschool! Enjoy!

Homeschooling doesn't have to be pricey if you know the right places to shop! Learn the best places to get homeschool curriculum deals!

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

I never, ever saw myself as a homeschooling mom. But these reasons pushed me to make the leap, pull my kid from public school, and start homeschooling. #whyihomeschool #homeschool #homeschooling

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!

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.

It’s hard to put “homeschool families” into a box, especially in today’s educational climate, but it’s ve

Why homeschool? Learn four compelling reasons to homeschool, and how to get the most out of homeschooling (it is completely different than traditional school). The benefits of homeschooling are numerous, but these four reasons offer unique benefits that every family should at least consider.

God called me to homeschool 9 years ago when my daughters were beginning Kindergarten. I firmly believe this. So why in the world did I send my homeschooled child to public school? We homeschooled successfully from kindergarten through the end of seventh grade. Now, hear me out…I’m not saying that we didn’t have difficult days. ... Read More about Why I Sent My Homeschooled Child to Public School

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.

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

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