School and Learning

Learn about the major tasks involved in preparing to homeschool.

This article can help you better understand your child's taste and smell sensitivities.

Before you go on a field trip, think of some ways to document it for follow-up work in the classroom.

This article will help you find a homeschooling mentor, who can share his or her valuable experience with you.

This article explores the different vision problems children may exhibit.

Here are tips on how to help your child keep in touch with school friends when you begin homeschooling.

This article explains the importance of keeping an eye on current activities in your state regarding homeschooling.

This article explains the differences between hyposensitive, normal, and hypersensitive children.

If your child has already been to a "regular" school, the transition to homeschooling may be difficult.

Learn about the types of notification your state may require for your homeschool.

This article explores sensory integration: what it is and what problems relate to it.

Once you know how many days of instruction (school days) you will have in a year, when the school year will start, and when the breaks will be, you are ready to create your homeschool's calendar.

If your state requires oversight of your homeschool by the local school system, this article will help you figure out what that means for your homeschool.

This is a fun outdoor activity that will get your child walking and talking.

After you have determined the number of days in your homeschool year, you need to lay out the schedule for the year.

Read these guidelines to make sure you comply with state and local government regulations regarding homeschooling.

Invite your child to select a favorite storybook to "read" to you.

By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

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