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How to Start Homeschooling: Part 4 Legalities and Disenrollment

Welcome back to the next article in my “How to Start Homeschooling” Series. This is Part 4 where I will be covering the legalities of homeschool, as well as how to disenroll your child from the public school system. If you are just getting here and haven’t gone through the previous articles in the series, then be sure to head to our How to Start Homeschooling Series page or go straight to Part 1. Without…

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10 Open-and-Go Screen-Free Learning Activities

How often do we have days where we are just not feeling homeschool? The days when you want your kids to learn something you just don’t wanna go through all the effort of clearing off a space, printing everything, getting all the supplies, making the list of what needs to be done, and getting everything prepared. I’m talking about those days. And on those days, we usually turn to screen time to cover for us.…

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8 Things I’d Change If I Were Homeschooling with 1 Million Dollars

What would you do if you won the lottery? This will be a fun article to write and share with you all. I was prompted, “What would you do if you won the lottery?” and of course I have to put a homeschooling spin on it. So the new question will be “How Would You Homeschool If You Had 1 Million Dollars?” Keep reading to find out how I would put this money to use…

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How to Start Homeschooling: Part 3 Determining If Homeschool Is Right For Your Family

Deciding to be a homeschooling family is a significant step, one that can lead to a rewarding journey for both you and your child. But how do you know if it’s the right path for your family? In this third article of our series, we explore key factors to consider, offering insights to help you make this crucial decision. If you are just getting here, be sure to read the first 2 articles in this…

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How to Start Homeschooling: Part 2 Discovering Your Philosophy

Welcome back to our series on homeschooling! In part 2, we delve into one of the most crucial aspects of your homeschooling journey – determining your homeschooling philosophy. This is about more than just choosing textbooks; it’s about defining the heart and soul of your child’s education. Determining your philosophy will set the tone and foundation for the rest of your homeschool journey. If you arrived here in the middle of this series, be sure…

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Choosing The Right Homeschool Co-op: Part 4

As our series draws to a close, we arrive at the most crucial stage of our co-op selection journey: putting wisdom into action. The choices we make now will ripple through our children’s education and our family life. So let’s approach this with the due diligence it deserves, armed with the insights we’ve gathered along the way. If you didn’t read the previous article here is the link! Choosing the Right Co-Op Part 3 And…

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How to Start Homeschooling: Part 1 Introduction and Potential

Welcome to the exciting world of homeschooling! If you’re reading this, you’re likely considering homeschooling to be a significant and potentially transformative decision for your family. Understand homeschool is more than an educational choice; it’s a lifestyle that opens up a world of personalized learning and boundless opportunities. What is Homeschooling? At its core, homeschooling is about taking charge of your child’s education. On one end of the homeschool scale, this looks like enrolling them…

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Choosing The Right Co-op Part 3

In this third chapter of our series, we’re going to unravel the sometimes-intimidating aspects of membership costs and fees, align our family’s compass with the co-op’s moral map, and understand the priceless currency of parent involvement. So, find a comfy spot, and let’s wade into the waters of making informed, heartfelt decisions for our children’s education. If you haven’t read the first 2 articles in this series, be sure to check them out! Here are…

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Creative Ways to Teach Energy Conservation in Your Homeschool

As a homeschooler, you have an important job of preparing your kids to be adults. One thing we all should know, but many young adults don’t know about, is energy use! I don’t mean just what your energy bill says each month, but how you contribute and use energy in your home and lives. With current issues with energy conservation and renewable energy, it is so important that you teach your kids how to manage…

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Embracing the Role of Mentor as a Parent

Did you know that January 7th is National I am a Mentor Day? Have you ever heard of this holiday before? Yeah me neither. Well this is what I found out. National I am a Mentor Day is actually part of National Mentoring Month which is celebrated in January. The day is to celebrate and honor mentors and the roles they play in their communities. Mentors guide and inspire other people. Usually people who are…

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