Category: Homeschool
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Back To School Prep for Homeschoolers
Topics To Start Your Year Off Right! As summer winds down and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils fills the air, homeschoolers across the country begin their own version of back-to-school prep. While the rhythm may differ from traditional classrooms, the excitement, planning, and anticipation are just as real. In this article we’re going to Read more
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Inclusivity For All Abilities
The Importance of Inclusivity When you picture your children playing or socializing together, you’re likely picturing them getting along flawlessly with their peers. We want our children to have positive experiences-it’s part of the reason we choose to homeschool. But, inclusive play means so much more than everyone getting along. It means that all children Read more
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Deciding On a Homeschool Schedule
Finding Your Family’s Flow As homeschoolers, one of our greatest freedoms is flexibility, but with that comes the task of deciding on a homeschool schedule. Should you homeschool year-round or take summers off? Let’s unpack both options to help your family find a rhythm that works best. Year-Round Homeschooling: A Gentle Consistency Pros: Cons: Sample Read more
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Why Families Choose Homeschooling Over Public Schooling
The Proven Benefits of Homeschooling: Why It Works Homeschooling has grown significantly in recent years, with millions of families choosing it as an alternative to traditional public schooling. But what does the research say about the benefits of homeschooling? Studies consistently show that homeschooling offers academic, social, and emotional benefits that often surpass those of Read more
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Unschooling Versus Traditional Homeschooling
How Do They Differ? Have you ever heard someone talk about unschooling and wondered what the heck is that? As homeschoolers, we know that our form of schooling can differ greatly from our peers. We have unlimited flexibility involving what, when, and how we choose to teach our children. So why is there such a Read more
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Portfolio Evaluation or Standardized Testing-Which To Choose
What Are My Options?- How To Prove Your Child’s Progress Through Evaluation and Testing As a homeschooling caregiver, one of your responsibilities is to submit evidence of your child’s progress. There are a couple different ways to evaluate your child. Lets take a look together. Most states will give you the option to keep a Read more
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New to Homeschooling? Your First Steps Explained
Where To Start If you’re new to homeschooling, you will surely come to ask yourself where to begin. No matter the season or reason, there are steps you must take before your homeschool journey can start. This post explores the key steps you must take to start your journey. Key Steps Commit To Your Decision Read more