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Homeschooling The Right Way

It is perhaps for this reason that certain guidelines are set by the state or local education offices before you can actually home school your child. It is best to consider these guidelines first because your state can help you through ...

The Fundamental Family: Qualifications for Homeschool Parents ...

But, when you learn to look at things the way God does, your perceptions and your priorities, begin to change. You realize that the things you do for your children - the time, the effort, the energy, as well as the “me” things you give ...

The Return of Classical Homeschooling | HomeschoolingBlog.info

There are many home school programs available so do the research to find one that is suitable for your child/children's needs. The cost of curriculum and equipment can be costly; but, with a bit of plotting and determination you can ...

Unschooling Controversy

Not much can aggravate moms in the blogosphere like an non traditional parenting choice. The hottest topic whizzing through the Internet is "unschooling:" Different than established homeschoolers, unschoolers do not abide by a set curriculum. They permit the child's interests to determine what he does each day, whether it's reading a book on dinosaurs or merely digging in the yard. Is this a radical way to motivate young minds without the oppressive structure of schools, or a cop-out for lazy parents? Discuss amongst yourselves ....
"To me, it's much more than just dropping the curriculum, although that's an excellent place to start. It's changing the way you view learning and education .... Unschooling is trying to be a present and mindful parent. It's spending time with your children, being involved in their world and inviting them into yours." Joanne Greco, blogger, anunschoolinglife.blogspot.com
Un-kindergarten for us means ... we don't have to worry about bedtimes and can go out on the town with friends any night of the week. It also means we can pick and choose how we spend our days and who we spend them with. We'll sleep well knowing that Benny is learning, growing, and enjoying his 5-year-old, mud-splattered life, even in the absence of workbooks, finger paints, and school bells." Joanne Rendell, columnist, babble.com