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Homeschooling 101


© Krista Schmidt

Lessons

Lesson 1: Before You Begin
Learn all of the steps you need to take to get started with your homeschooling adventure!...
Is Homeschooling Legal?
Am I qualified to homeschool?
Who Homeschools?
Homeschooling Dads
But What About Socialization??
De-Schooling- What is it? Should I do it?
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 2: Choosing your Curriculum
Choosing your curriculum is perhaps the most exciting… and most frightening aspect of homeschooling. ...
Homeschooling Methods
Learning Styles
Content Standards- What are they, and should I pay attention to them?
Finding Your Curriculum
Homeschooling on a Budget
Afterschooling
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 3: Instant Learning Environment: In Your Home!
Find out how you can make your house a learning environment without it looking like the set of a preschool TV show!...
Developing Independent Study Habits
Designing Learning Centers
Encouraging Independent Reading
Fostering Creativity
Character Development
Do I Need A School Room?
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 4: Insider Secrets
Once you learn the ropes, homeschooling is more fun than fear. Learn some insider secrets from veteran homeschoolers, who share over thirty years...
Math
Encouraging Creative Writing and Handwriting Practice
The Scientific Method
Physical Education
Art Appreciation
Narration
History
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 5: Record Keeping and Scheduling
Record keeping… If you are like me, you have a “love-hate” relationship with records. I love to have them, but hate to “keep” them. What is a...
What records do I have to keep?
Scheduling Your Day
Setting Educational Goals
Grades!
Testing/Assessment
Avoiding Overkill
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 6: Creative solutions for difficult situations
A wise man once said, “Homeschooling is like a box of chocolates…” Find out how to creatively deal with your creamed filled life, when you really...
Homeschooling the Gifted Child
Homeschooling the Special Needs Child
Homeschooling with a Preschooler
Dealing With Criticism
Single Parent/ Two Income Family Homeschooling
College Admissions
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 7: Everything in Its Place: Getting Your House in Order
This neat freak stuck in the body of the most organized-challenged homeschool mom speaks out! ...
Organization
Goal Setting
Chores
Teaching Non-cooperative Children
Healthy Snacking 101
Mom! I’m Bored!!!
Recommended Resources
Points to Consider

Lesson 8: Having fun!
Yes, it’s true. We don’t sit around the kitchen table and drill math facts all day! Find out some of the things you can do that are so much fun you...
Online Field Trips
Finding Support
Stress Busters!
Pen Pals
Developing a School Identity
Recommended Resources
Points of Discussion

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