Consider how you want to break up your learning week by week too. Make time for field trips and visits to the library. And remember, flexibility is one of the key appeals of homeschooling.
You can always adapt your schedule to your child's changing needs. Watch Out for Common Homeschooling Pitfalls. Homeschoolers say there are three issues that often stymie beginners. First: feeling isolated. Make sure you've followed the advice in Step 3 and joined a support group.
It's not just for the kids, although socialization is critical for them. Homeschooling parents need to connect with likeminded adults too. Another potential problem is committing to a curriculum too early. Dobson notes that some new homeschoolers purchase an expensive packaged curriculum right away, only to find that it doesn't suit their child's learning style.
Experiment for a while before you plunk down a lot of cash. Finally, know that you'll need to learn as you go. Adjusting to the freedom and flexibility of homeschooling is a challenge. There are so many ways to approach your task. You should follow the law of the state in which you are physically present. Can I legally homeschool my child with special needs?
Can US citizens living in another country homeschool? What do the homeschool map colors mean? While some parents find a way to work while homeschooling by staggering shifts or by working in off hours, it is important to remember that homeschooling is about more than just completing the bare minimum. There are no shortcuts in education. Successful homeschooling typically involves visits to the zoo and museums, creative projects completed as a family, and extracurriculars or time spent reading together as a family.
In most states, there are few legal safeguards in place to ensure that children who are homeschooled are making academic progress. This means that, as a homeschooling parent, you will be largely on your own, without someone to let you know if there is a problem, if your children have disabilities, or if a given educational approach is not working for them.
Unless you enroll your child in a virtual public school, cyber charter, or homeschool umbrella program, you will also need to create a transcript and diploma for your child.
Make sure you are comfortable bearing this responsibility yourself. Individuals who have negative homeschool experiences frequently point to lack of parental organization as a factor. Children who are homeschooled are more dependent on their parents for facilitating their social lives than other children.
While a child who attends school may see their friends at school, a child who is homeschooled will often only see their friends when their parents arrange a playdate or other get-together, or enroll them in a homeschool co-op. If you are introverted or gravitate toward social situations you are already familiar with, you should consider whether you are willing to go out of your comfort zone to ensure that your child is able to maintain or develop friendships with children whose families you may not know personally.
Before you make your decision, take some time to learn about what is involved in homeschooling. For instance, some parents are surprised to learn that their state does supervise homeschooling or provide parents with verification that their children are on track; other parents are surprised to learn that the state does not provide curriculum. Note that there are an increasing number of online public school and virtual charter school options for parents who want more guidance or support.
You can start by reading our Guides for Home Educators , which cover everything from curriculum to socialization.
I want to be home-schooled, but my mom said she doesn't have the qualifications to help me learn. What should I do? Try using websites such as Khan Academy, and make sure your parents know there are online resources out there to help you.
Yes No. Not Helpful 10 Helpful You should probably be in at 11 years old. If you're younger than that, consider asking your parents to help set your homeschooling up and keep you on track with your studies. Not Helpful 5 Helpful It is awesome! You can use it even if English is not your native language, as a lot of videos have subtitles. Not Helpful 1 Helpful My mom's excuse is that she'll be working and I can't stay by myself, but does that really matter if I'm 13?
If you can demonstrate that you can take care of yourself, and know what to do in an emergency, then you should be able to stay alone. Ultimately, though, it's her decision. Keep in mind that you won't prove your maturity to her by whining about it. Many homeschoolers have and are going to university. As long as you research the requirements for the university you would like to attend, while also taking tests like the SAT or ACT you can schedule to take these anytime , then you should be able to.
Plus, since you are homeschooled, you probably have more time to do more interesting projects that you are actually passionate about, and many colleges love to see that. Not Helpful 3 Helpful Research laws, and get into a homeschooling website, which provides worksheets and tips along the way.
Make sure you create a calm and peaceful environment for your children to work in, too. Not Helpful 4 Helpful It depends on the laws in your state, and you will need your parent or guardian's consent.
You will also have to follow the curriculum required in your state as opposed to just creating and following your own. Not Helpful 6 Helpful Make sure that your environment is free of television, cell phones, and have all your supplies in one place.
Also, take short breaks every 20 minutes to an hour. Not Helpful 0 Helpful
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