It seems that there are many larger families in the homeschooling community, and finding families homeschooling with just on child is a bit rare. Homeschooling an only carries with it many advantages, as well as a few challenges. Come along as members of the Homeschool share a little of both. Lori @ Special Connection Homeschool … Read more
Most of us would say that one reason we homeschool is so we’ll have more quality family time together. But in reality this is what happens. Mom is the primary teacher and caretaker of the home. Dad is the primary breadwinner. Most of time, Dad works all day outside the home, while Mom works all … Read more
You blinked and now she’s in high school. Will you still homeschool? There are stricter requirements now, since she wants to go to college. There are transcripts to keep, and certain subjects you must teach. You may be nervous, wondering if you can do it. Can you really teach trigonometry or biology with a lab? … Read more
The new school year has begun for many of you. For most that means you’re back to being everything to everyone — wife, mom, teacher. It’s a tall order. Not to mention you’re trying to cover all the bases academically, while struggling to make sure Susie gets enough of the art she loves, Johnny gets … Read more
It’s usually about this time of year that we’re all starting to feel the budget crunch. We’ve purchased new curriculum, stocked up on school supplies, and renewed our magazine subscriptions, online memberships, and family zoo pass. It’s easy to look around and wonder if homeschooling has to cost so much? What happens if you don’t … Read more