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I Hate Reading -- Should I Homeschool My Child?To be a successful homeschooling parent, you will have to do some reading, and encourage your child to read also. Could your husband assist you in the reading department? Will he be willing to devote some time to work with your daughter?
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Choosing Homeschooling Over RetentionAn expert advises on how to get started with homeschooling after a child was retained in public school.
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Should Gifted Children Be Unschooled?I don't know of any studies supporting unschooling gifted children, but I really couldn't imagine any other course of learning for these children.
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Homeschooled Niece Falling BehindRead what the aunt of a homeschooled child can do to help her niece.
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Homeschooling a Would-Be AthleteLinda Dobson's book <I>Homeschoolers' Success Stories</I> is filled with reports of athletes, artists, musicians, and others who were able to pursue their passions and achieve academic success through homeschooling.
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Short-Term HomeschoolingA number of parents decide to homeschool for only one year. However, many are so pleased with their child's progress and their new lifestyle, that they end up homeschooling through high school!
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Can I Handle a New Baby and Homeschooling?One of the greatest advantages of homeschooling is the gift of freedom. You do not have to (nor should you want to!) duplicate the school environment at home.
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How to Begin Homeschooling a TeenTeens represent the fastest growing segment of the homeschool population. The good news is, homechooling seems to be a very successful option. I can suggest some articles to help you get started.
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How Many Homeschoolers Get into Universities?Learn why homeschoolers certainly are welcomed into colleges and universities.
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Is My Child Reading on His Grade Level?There are ways to determine if your child is reading on his grade level. But you do not have to judge your homeschooled child by traditional school standards.
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Definition of HomeschoolingHomeschooling means learning outside of the public or private school environment. For most families, their "schooling" involves being out and about each day, learning from the rich resources available in their community, and through interactions with other families who homeschool.
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Active Six-Year-Old Won't Pay AttentionPerhaps the curriculum or method you're using is not the best one for your child. If she is an active, hands-on learner and you are relying on textbook learning, you're going to run into problems.
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Does Homeschooling Improve Parent-Child Relationships?Homeschooling seems to remove many of the stumbling blocks that traditionally schooled parents and kids encounter. With no pressure to conform or fit in, there is also no need for rebellion.
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Trying Out HomeschoolingBefore you try out homeschooling, there are several things that you can do to determine whether it is likely to be successful.
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Can My Child Be Homeschooled and Attend Public School?As long as your daughter is enrolled in a public school, even part-time, she must continue to meet that school's specific requirements. The advantages of homeschooling will be nullified.
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Mother Wants to Homeschool, but Father Is ReluctantA teaching degree is not necessary to teach your children. A loving, safe environment with a variety of learning opportunities will provide your kids with everything they need to succeed.
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Ten Questions About HomeschoolingI can answer each of your questions briefly.
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Why Do Parents Homeschool?Homeschooled kids consistently score higher than their schooled peers on standardized tests. Their learning often takes place in less than two hours a day, leaving them free time to enjoy doing what every other child has to wait until the weekend to do -- ride their bikes, roller blade, etc.
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Teen Wants Parents to Agree to HomeschoolingTo convince your parents of the many advantages of homeschooling, do some reading and research.
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Daughter Wants Homeschooling, but Son Doesn'tWhen a child is reluctant to homeschool, you need to find out exactly why. He may not understand what is involved. For instance, he may think he will be stuck in the house each day, and not see his friends.

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