Homeschooling

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?

An expert advises on how to get started with homeschooling after a child was retained in public school.

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.

Read what the aunt of a homeschooled child can do to help her niece.

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This article outlines some do's and don'ts for homeschooling techniques.

Linda Dobson's book Homeschoolers' Success Stories is filled with reports of athletes, artists, musicians, and others who were able to pursue their passions and achieve academic success through homeschooling.

A 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!

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 can you improve spelling, vocabulary, and writing skills and have fun at the same time? Pick up some poetry!

Teens 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.

Learn why homeschoolers certainly are welcomed into colleges and universities.

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.

Homeschooling 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.

Perhaps 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.

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.

Before you try out homeschooling, there are several things that you can do to determine whether it is likely to be successful.

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.

A 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.