Why do people homeschool?Parents choose to homeschool for a variety of reasons. These include a desire to strengthen family bonds, freedom to design individualized curriculum, moral and religious reasons, and dissatisfaction with the public school system. Homeschooling parents spend a great deal of ... more >>

It really is true. You do not need to be a certified teacher or have any formal college education to be able to homeschool your children. What you do need is the desire to give them the finest education you can offer and the motivation to stick with your projects.Depending on the ages of your ... more >>

Public libraries are wonderful community resources that can enrich the entire family. From traditional book lending to providing Internet service and music or magazines, the library offers a wealth of free entertainment that cannot be matched by other civic organizations.To support these great ... more >>

A GOOD BEGINNING: THE CONSTITUTIONStart by defining the word "constitution." Look it up in the dictionary and examine the roots of the word. Consider why the document is called a "Constitution." Read the pre-amble to the Constitution, breaking it down phrase by phrase with the child and discussing ... more >>

Learning "the new math" is an old concept, spanning several generations at least. Schoolchildren who used to learn "reading, writing, and 'rithmetic" are now being taught a host of additional topics, including speech, debate, geometry, calculus, and physics, among others. It's easy to see why some ... more >>

Homeschoolers and the public school system can (and do in many communities) comfortably and successfully co-exist. And in the best case scenarios, these two entities actually become benefactors of each others time and talents. As homeschoolers, having the respect of a local educational ... more >>

So, you’ve decided that home school is right for your child and wonder what to do next. One of the next steps is choosing the curriculum. The curriculum must suit your child. No one curriculum suits all children. For example, some children require a “hands on” learning style, while others ... more >>

Once you decide to homeschool your children, it can be a lonely decision if you do not have a support group of people who understand the choices you have made regarding your children’s education and why you have made them. This is one reason why many communities have homeschooling support groups. ... more >>

More parents are choosing to home school their kids than ever before. Reasons include fear of school violence, plunging standardized test scores, and diminishing values in public education.While home schooling can be an effective educational option for many families, take time to carefully evaluate ... more >>

Science and math are two subject areas that many school-age kids struggle with today. In addition to helping with homework or hiring a tutor, parents can support their children's understanding of science by taking the kids on family field trips to help them appreciate nature.1. Choose a geological ... more >>

Once your children are school-aged, it is important to teach them safety precautions for dangerous weather conditions such as flash floods. It is critical that children understand what a flash flood is and what to do during flood conditions. These tips will help you educate your children and ... more >>

The first thing you need to do before you can answer this question is to define exactly what home-schooling means to you. The definition can be so varied, that unless you have a clear concept in mind, your decision can be near impossible to make. Some people choose to homeschool and will purchase ... more >>

Homeschooling groups are being established in more and more towns and cities. If you are in charge of such a group, or wish to start one, there are endless things, both educational and fun, to do with your group. The hardest part will be making sure that events you plan will interest both the older ... more >>

Cities, states, countries, landmarks, climate, terrain—when it comes to geography there’s a dizzying amount of information for kids to read and retain, and if the material isn’t fun to learn, the challenge of teaching it only grows. Fortunately there’s a simple way to get kids excited about ... more >>

No home school science curriculum is complete without studying insects. Bugs and insects are not only an important part of the world we live in, but they are ideal for studying other subjects as well. Use the following fun and educational lesson outlines to teach your children about bugs. ... more >>

More families than ever before are home schooling their children for a variety of reasons. Some distrust the public school system's safety or security, others are dissatisfied with graduation requirements, and a few simply enjoy the challenge of guiding their children to a unique learning ... more >>

Academically gifted children have a number of special needs related to their individual level of intelligence and talent. Many wrongly think that placing gifted children in regular classes will help non-gifted students learn. There could be nothing further from the truth. But first, how can you ... more >>

You have decided to home school your children. You know that this is a wonderful gift to your children, but you still may feel a bit overwhelmed. Being prepared, keeping things structured, and staying organized are the best ways to make each day go smoothly. You are teaching your children much ... more >>

Every parent thinks his or her child is special and they are. Children grow and develop, both physically and mentally, at different levels. Some which were slower in the beginning excel academically later. Others who got off to a great start with walking and talking may settle in to an average ... more >>

Second grade is a great year to introduce children to a wide array of science topics. The interactive and hands-on nature of science study appeals to young folks. In addition, science is a great way to broaden a child’s vocabulary and understanding of basic concepts.A library card is a valuable ... more >>

The first day of school can be traumatic for your pre-school or kindergarten aged child. Your child may experience separation anxiety, or she just may be scared of the unknown. So many questions may be filling her head. Will she make friends? Will her teacher be nice? Will she know where to go? ... more >>

Your children's school may be looking for ways to bring in additional funding to support projects that the budget cannot cover. Due to government spending cuts in public education, schools are adopting a variety of means to meet the shortfall that might be needed for things like sports uniforms or ... more >>

It’s never too early to teach your child how to think critically. By thinking critically, I do not mean thinking in a critical manner about others, instead; I mean, teach your child how to analyse. When, where, why, how, and what are very important words that should become everyday questions ... more >>

All children have the need to be trained or taught. This includes the exceptional child: those with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, communication disorders, learning disabilities, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Until recently, the availability and the opportunity for children ... more >>

You may be among the number of proud parents in this world who brag about their children's achievements. From walking and talking at an unusually early age to achieving good grades in school, this type of ambitious child can indeed be a high-achiever. They probably possess a high level of ... more >>