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Some families decide to homeschool out of a strong desire to home educate, some are forced to because of circumstances, and other families, like the Overstreet family, never imagined or considered homeschooling. However, after stumbling…

Last week, we introduced project-based learning and explained why it works for your child. No matter their learning style, all children can benefit from project-based learning not only by becoming engrossed in a topic, but…

Many parents have heard or thought of the dreaded four letter word when discussing their child’s progress or as you try to get through a homeschool lesson. “Oh, he just wants to PLAY.” This makes…

I had a conversation with a homeschooling friend this week whose sixth grade daughter is struggling with writing. “My daughter is so unfocused when it comes to writing that we end up stretching out our…

The beginning of your child’s educational journey is a time of high anticipation, expectations, and excitement. While making your way through a sea of paperwork and new experiences, many parents are also encountering some of…

When we first brought our son home from the hospital after a domestic adoption, our hearts were filled with joy and expectation. We were finally parents and this sweet baby in our arms was the…

Every child has their own unique learning style, and children with learning disabilities are no different. Often, students with learning struggles or disabilities can function within a traditional classroom setting, but at a very high…

When it comes to technology in the homeschool, I have to confess I am not always a fan. As a homeschooling mother of two boys, establishing a perfect balance with between computer use, misuse and…

Including Grandparents in Homeschooling While homeschooling is the fastest growing alternative education model in the world at the moment, the concept is still foreign to many, especially grandparents. HipHomeschoolingMoms.com shares some helpful advice on how…

Refresh your homeschool room and routine with these back to school articles and tips from great homeschooling and education websites. Tips for Success — If you’re new to homeschooling and want to lay the best…

Public cyber-charter schools sound like an inexpensive alternative to homeschooling, but when parents make the shift — complete with standardized testing, mandated hours, and government regulation — they quickly miss the freedom and flexibility that…

There are many aspects of homeschooling that might seem daunting to parents at first. Scheduling, the curriculum, the daily lunches and snacks, planning for field trips and vacations, or dealing with a stressed student (or…