Category: Homeschooling
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Homeschooling a Reluctant Reader: 7 Simple Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading
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Practical Tips for Helping Resistant Readers Love Books Again I still remember the frustration of trying to force reading as part of our homeschool routine. It felt like every suggestion I made whether it be, “Let’s read for 20 minutes,” “Pick a book,” “Just finish the chapter” was met with…
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What You Really Need to Start Homeschooling: A Simple Beginner’s Shopping Guide
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When you first start Googling “how to start homeschooling,” the amount of curriculum and resources out in the world is overwhelming. I’m here to tell you to take a breath. Don’t start ordering all the shiny things and hoping they will make your homeschool shine. Start simple. Stick to what…
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From Rigid Routines to Empowered Exploration: How We Embraced Almost Unschooling
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It Started With the Battle of Curriculum Resistance Three years ago, I walked into homeschooling like I was starting a new job I had spent hours of research and anxiety preparing for. I was ready. Hours of YouTube videos, a variety of books, and dozens of podcasts were in my…
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ADHD and Homeschooling: Practical Tips for a Focus-Friendly Learning Environment
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Homeschooling a child with ADHD can sometimes make you feel like you’re trying to juggle needs you may not understand. And if you have ADHD yourself, oh man, the struggle is real! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, I promise you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too, and honestly I still am…
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Getting Started Homeschooling: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Homeschoolers
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Deciding to homeschool is a huge step, and if you’re feeling a mix of excitement and total overwhelm, you’re not alone. Whether you’re leaving the traditional school system or starting from day one, figuring everything out can feel like a huge mountain of information to sift through. How do you…
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The 6 Big, Scary, Overwhelming Homeschool Fears (That Really Aren’t That Big)
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So, you’re thinking about homeschooling. Or maybe you’ve already started but still wake up in a cold sweat wondering if you’ve completely ruined your child’s future. (Spoiler alert: You haven’t.) Homeschooling can feel like stepping off a cliff into the unknown, and trust me, I’ve been there. The worries pile…
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3 Reasons You DON’T Need a Homeschool Room
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Looking on Instagram or Facebook for homeschool inspiration can be both encouraging and overwhelming. For those of us who can’t possibly keep our bookshelves straight for more than a few days, usually it’s overwhelming. Many people don’t have an entire room to dedicate to homeschooling. I know when I first…
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Why We Homeschool and How it Has Changed Everything
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Affiliate Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I only recommend products that I personally use and love. Thank you…
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The 3 Biggest Secrets to Homeschooling in the Elementary Years
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The ages of 5 to 11 when most kids would be considered to be “elementary students” are when curiosity is at its highest. Kids are asking a million questions and most of them we don’t have the answer to, which is great! So many opportunities arise from our lack of…