Blog posts are hard to write when you don’t have much content to work with, and this is one of them; however, I promised I’d share what I disliked about being homeschooled and what I would do differently with my own children as part of the series, Confessions Of A Homeschool Graduate, so here goes. […]
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When people ask me if I felt prepared for adult life after being homeschooled, I’m never quite sure how to respond. Does my current role as a wife and mother come easy to me? No. Neither do many aspects of maintaining a home (I have a mountain of unfolded laundry on the couch to prove
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I’m preparing for an upcoming panel discussion by 2nd generation homeschoolers and have been reminiscing a lot lately on what life was like growing up. Not a day goes by where I am not supremely grateful that my parents were led to home educate their six children from Day 1, right through high school, and
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We make it a habit in our home to limit the amount of time our children spend in front of a screen. We don’t have a TV (not because they are evil, but because there’s not much worth viewing!), and watching a movie on the computer is usually reserved for special occasions. Last month, we were
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There’s no denying that the face of homeschooling has evolved over the years. Four decades ago, Christian parents who were becoming increasingly concerned with the state of publicly funded education, risked losing their children by pulling them out of what was considered to be mandatory government schooling. Today, in North America, we currently enjoy unprecedented
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A friend recently posed a question to myself and a few other homeschooling bloggers about socialization and the importance of fostering friendships outside of the family. Like us, she can find it hard to “get out.” Snow, cold weather, and little people that still take a nap after lunch, make homeschooling at, well, home, a
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Once a year, during the Christmas holidays, a local dairy farm hosts an open house and hundreds of people come by to watch the cows get milked and learn how they’re raised while enjoying hot chocolate served with real whipped cream. The tours run constantly throughout the afternoon and are guided by other local dairy
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“But Mom, why do I have to do school?” my oldest asked on one of those days when she was clearly not in the mood for copywork. I thought for a second about a meme I had seen where the conversation went as follows: “Mom, why I have to go to school?” “So you can
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Information on What is Required of Alaska Homeschoolers If you are considering homeschooling in Alaska, there are some regulations that you need to be aware of. Find out what is required for homeschooling in this state. Homeschool Parent Education Requirements Five different options for homeschooling are acceptable in Alaska. The first option allows for a
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We’ve heard it said so many times: “I can’t find any good books for my teenage son to read!” By “good,” parents are usually referring to the man-making kind. Searching for edifying books that encourage biblical masculinity in a society that reeks of feminism, denounces chivalry in place gender fluidity, and is obsessed with zombies,
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My biggest fear when we started homeschooling was whether or not I would be able to teach our children to read. Reading is foundational to every other subject. God is pleased to reveal Himself through His written Word, and more than the joy of transporting themselves across the globe or through time and space with historical, scientific,
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Several years ago, Andrew Pudewa spoke at our homeschooling conference and he said something I’ll never forget: “The problem with trying to cover all the bases is that you end up going a mile wide and an inch deep. In other words, you know virtually nothing about everything.“ He suggested delving deeply into one particular
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What You Need to Know About Maryland Homeschooling Laws Thinking about homeschooling in Maryland? Here is a summary of the regulations required by the State. If you are facing sending your child to school and feel that homeschooling may be right for you and your child, you will need to make sure that you research
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Creating a Waldorf School at Home Using a Waldorf Curriculum Waldorf schools can be pricey. Waldorf homeschooling is a way to provide a Waldorf education at home. Plan your own activities, or purchase a Waldorf curriculum. Homeschooling families who are drawn to the Waldorf education method of teaching, pioneered by Rudolph Steiner, can either invent
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Information on What is Required of Indiana Homeschoolers Are you thinking about homeschooling in Indiana? The laws are fairly simple. Here are some things that you should know about before beginning. Home School Parent Education Requirements A home school is allowed in Indiana. It is ultimately considered a private school that is run out of
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Information on Regulations for Pennsylvania Homeschoolers Pennsylvania requires some paperwork to be filed in order to begin homeschooling. Find out the specifics here. Home School Parent Education Requirements Three possible options exist for establishing a home school in the state of Pennsylvania. The first option is to establish a home school education program. Under this
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What’s the Charlotte Mason Method? The Charlotte Mason approach to homeschooling is a form of classical education. Learn more about why this method is so popular with kids and parents. Charlotte Mason believed that all children had the ability to learn and that they had souls they were just waiting for the call of knowledge.
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It’s Easy and Legal to Begin CA Homeschooling As long as the parent follows California law, it is simple and easy to start homeschooling children in California. State law does not prohibit homeschooling in California. Although the state seems permissive, there are some requirements that have to be met, mainly concerning the subjects that are
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An Overview of the Homeschooling Regulations in New Jersey Homeschooling in New Jersey is pretty simple in terms of getting started. Learn what laws are in place for this eastern state. This article is a basic overview of the regulations for homeschooling in New Jersey. Please be sure to check with the New Jersey Department
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Overview of Texas Homeschooling Laws Before beginning to homeschool in Texas, be sure you know the laws surrounding homeschooling. It is quite simple to begin homeschooling in this state. This article is a basic overview of the regulations for homeschooling in Texas. Please be sure to check with the Texas Education Agency to get specific
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An Overview of West Virginia Homeschooling Regulations Homeschooling in West Virginia is becoming more and more popular. Find out the laws that you need to follow in order to continue homeschooling in this state. his article is a basic overview of the regulations for homeschooling in West Virginia. Please be sure to check with the
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Information on What is Required of Virginia Homeschoolers Thinking about homeschooling in Virginia? Here are some details about what the state requires. There are many reasons why parents may choose to take their child out of public school to homeschool. Homeschooling offers flexibility and control over education. Parents may want to homeschool because of religious
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How to Legally Home Educate in the State of Kansas Homeschooling is legal in Kansas; however, it is not specifically mentioned in the Kansas statutes. Instead, homeschoolers are considered a non-accredited private school. Kansas Requirements There are relatively few requirements for non-accredited private schools in Kansas: 1. Register as a non-accredited private school in Kansas
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Information on What is Required of NY Homeschoolers If you want to homeschool in New York, there are laws that you need to follow. New York has some rigid guidelines to adhere to, so get the heads up on what is expected. Home School Parent Education Requirements Homeschooling your child is legal in the state
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What is Required for Colorado Homeschooling If you are interested in homeschooling in Colorado, take a look at some regulations that you must follow. Homeschool Parent Education Requirements In order to start a home school in Colorado, one of three options must be chosen. A traditionally started and operated home school is entirely recognized in
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Information on What is Required of Arkansas Homeschoolers Homeschool regulations for Arkansas are pretty simple. If you are contemplating homeschooling in this state, read more about what is required. Home School Parent Education Requirements Arkansas is a state that recognizes traditional homeschooling. Parents that instigate homeschooling are not required to have any special qualifications beyond
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Information on What is Required of Alabama Homeschoolers Thinking about homeschooling in Alabama? Here is a summary of the regulations required by the State. Homeschooling in Alabama is different than most states. If you are considering homeschooling in Alabama, learn what your requirements are before you begin. Home School Parent Education Requirements The state of
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Legal Requirements for Home Learners in the Commonwealth Homeschooling in Massachusetts is regulated by case law. Find out how to navigate the legal requirements here. In Massachusetts, homeschooling is regulated by Supreme Judicial Court decisions known as Charles (1987) and Brunelle (1998) as well as the Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 76, section 1. Compulsory Attendance
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Overview of the North Carolina Homeschooling Regulations To begin homeschooling in North Carolina is really quite easy, but make sure you know the laws before you start. Read this general overview. This article is a basic overview of the regulations for homeschooling in North Carolina. Please be sure to check with the NC Division of
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This is a guest post from my good friend, Melanie Bacon, who homeschools her kids in Austin TX. My parents were public school educators. For my husband and me, public schools were ideal. Now that we’ve young kids, we’ve found ourselves questioning if schools are the best area for our children. We’re at a crossroads
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When it comes to schooling there are mainly two ways to go about it. You may opt to homeschool your child or opt for the traditional methods of schooling. The latter method has become highly popular in recent years. This is why most parents end up wondering whether homeschooling is better. The only way to
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Education is the key to success. This is a quote that each and every student is told from the first day that they attend class. This is highly true but at times it is important to read and understand the value of some of the classes and courses available. This provides you with a better
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