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Getting Started with Homeschooling
Getting Started with Homeschooling
Discover the essentials of homeschooling, including its numerous benefits and effective strategies to kickstart your journey. Our resources are designed to empower families to create a personalized learning experience that fits their unique needs.
I'm afraid to homeschool because
Whether you’ve chosen to homeschool, are still considering or are presently doing it – we all have fears.
Ok, here are some common fears. Do any of them resonate with you?
- I am basically an unorganized person.
- I’m a perfectionist.
- I procrastinate.
- I dread failure, but have grown accustomed to it.
- I struggle with self-esteem.
- My kids drive my crazy.
- Money is tight.
- I work outside the home.
- I have an only child.
- I have a big family.
- We are having a baby.
- I have a disability.
- My child has a disability.
- We’re moving.
- We live way out in the country.
- How can I teach high school math?
I do, however, love my kids.
I love my child.
I love my kids.
I’ve heard all the reasons YOU think YOU can’t homeschool.
Now that we’ve gotten our fears out in the open…
Is homeschooling legal?
When my husband asked me to inform him about homeschooling he first wanted to know IF I could homeschool & then he wanted to know HOW I would homeschool.
Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states. You do NEED to
learn the homeschool laws in your state and we provide that.
The Homeschool Legal Defense Association has a plethora of information available at no cost and defends homeschoolers around the world giving preference to those who pay an annual retainer.
Please don’t rely on what you may have been told by someone else. Check and see what the legal requirements are for homeschooling in your state.
Even if you’re in a state that has several requirements to homeschool, remember that there are quite a few people in your state who have done this same research, made the plunge into homeschooling, and may have a hint, or 50 hints, to help you be successful and meet the requirements of your state. There are even software programs available, based on a particular state’s requirements, designed to help homeschoolers track and report specific information needed in that state.
Benefits of homeschooling
I still don't know if I should homeschool. What are the benefits of homeschooling?
- You control their education, which means what your children learn and when they learn it. This includes address "big issues" with your children when you feel
they're ready.
- Show your children that learning is not boring, but exciting. Part of this is sharing with your children the common, everyday joys of life.
- Tailor your teaching to fit your children's dominant learning styles.
- Build intimate and meaningful relationships with your children.
- Teach more effectively by interacting with your children 1-on-1.
- Give your children in-depth, personal attention in any subject with which they struggle or excel.
- Create a weekly schedule that fits your needs and allows you to do things without the constraint of a traditional classroom schedule.
- Transfer your values and beliefs to your children and address their questions when they have them.
- Protect your children from the
negative influences (like bullying) they may encounter outside the home.
- Nurture your children's natural (musical, artistic, mathematic) talents so they thrive and grow.
- Help your children mature through the difficult times in their lives.
- Take vacations during the school year and make them educational, so the vacation can count as school days
These are only a few. There are so many more.
How To Start Homeschooling
Ready to embark on your homeschooling journey? At Homeschooling 101, our dedicated team of seasoned homeschool moms is here to guide you every step of the way. With a treasure trove of FREE lesson plans and support, you'll find everything you need to create a vibrant learning environment for your child. Let's make homeschooling an exciting adventure together!
How Do I Start Homeschooling?
2. Just start with what you have.
3. Subscribe to our channel for FREE homeschoool videos
4. Find a homeschool curriculum and method that fits your child and family.
5. Search around our site for homeschool advice
How Do I Start Homeschooling?
STEP 1
Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states, but it's essential to understand the specific laws in your area. At Homeschooling 101 we've got so much information for you in one place to guide you through the process—completely free! Don't just rely on hearsay; dive into the legal requirements and access our wealth of resources, tips, and software tailored for your state. Your successful homeschooling journey starts here!
How Do I Start Homeschooling?
STEPS 2 & 3
2. Just start with what you have.
3. Subscribe to our channel for FREE homeschoool videos
Don’t let those fears hold you back! Start with what you have, whether it’s a kitchen table, some books, or even a simple online resource. At Homeschooling 101, our team of dedicated homeschool moms is here to support you every step of the way. Check out our FREE lesson plans and invaluable advice to make your journey easier. Ready to dive in? Subscribe to our YouTube channel for FREE homeschool videos at youtube.com/@homeschooling101 and let's embark on this adventure together!
How Do I Start Homeschooling?
STEP 4
4. Find a homeschool curriculum and method that fits your child and family.
Our FREE homeschool lesson plans are crafted to be accessible and adaptable, catering to various learning styles. Whether your child thrives on visual aids, hands-on activities, or auditory learning, our resources ensure that every student can engage and excel.
How Do I Start Homeschooling?
STEP 5
5. Search around our site for homeschool advice
Have questions about homeschooling? Our FAQ section and homeschool addresses common concerns and provides helpful tips to guide you through the process, ensuring you feel confident every step of the way.
How Do I start Homeschooling?
STEP 6
Join a vibrant community of homeschooling families who share their experiences and insights. Our platform offers a wealth of support and advice and want you to find friends in fellow homeschoolers who understand the journey.
Real Homeschooling Families
Every family homeschools a little different. That's GREAT!
DK has 3 kids but has fostered over a dozen. He is a middle school teacher and his wife stays home and homeschools. They also have an urban homestead. Skeptical of homeschooling at first, he is a huge advocate of homeschooling and the homeschool community and very encouraging for anyone to try it. They've made a lot of financial sacrifices through the years, but between canning their produce and inventing new strains of tomatoes, their kids don't go hungry - and have all learned tangible skills to support themselves as well as an excellent academic education.
They've tried a wide variety of homeschool learning environments for their kids and this year they're doing a 2 day hybrid. Learning within a homeschool community has worked out well for their family.
MM got a job right out of high school and worked her way up the ladder at a national nonprofit. She and her husband both worked full-time but had adjacent schedules so someone could be with both kids and both could help with homeschooling. MM's mom filled in the schedule gaps as she had homeschooled her kids. When her corporation asked MM to apply for a promotion that required a degree, she went back to school and graduated - all while working and homeschooling. *PHEW* It gets to be alot, but she was so happy her mom took the time to homeschool her, she wants to give the same to her kids.
HW works as a teacher while her husband works at a major outlet store. They've always scraped by, financially, but have grown closer as they've both been active parents and involved in their kids homeschool. When she had to go back to work to help their family funds, she chose a private school with a homeschool hybrid on campus so the kids could go back and forth between her classroom, the hybrid and home when her husband's schedule allows. They've found creative ways to make it work.
JP was a single mom, but not by choice. Sending her children between two houses was a bitter pill. When her youngest needed individualized instruction, she got certified as software instructor and took remote project jobs that allowed her to homeschool. After trying several co-ops they found the home environment was just best for her daughter, who is finishing high school at the local community college through dual credit.
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