Homeschooling Basics

In some staes the law requires you to keep a log of all books your child has read or used for educational purposes. It is very difficult to keep track of every book your child picks up to read. ...

Books are one of the best learning tools that your child can ever use. There are so many things which your child can learn especially if he is a wide reader. Certain things cannot be taught just...

As a mother of 10 children, ages 33 to 1, I have been homeschooling for 18 years. My first two children spent some time in the public school system before they began to homeschool. Three of my...

All parents are interested in helping their child become an intelligent, happy, ready to learn person. And almost all children are born with a natural curiosity, ready to get into anything and...

Taking a class to learn a language can be a useful method but isn’t always affordable. They also aren’t effective if they are the sole source of your studies. If you are determined to learn a...

Raising children can be the most exciting and rewarding adventure of your life! If you are thinking about homeschooling, for whatever reason, you are embarking on a grand adventure full of...

Enticing your child to read may be a challenge. Here are a few ideas to get them started.

If you are home schooling a child who is having difficulties learning to read, consider these steps.

Books for homeschooling are available at local teacher supply stores, through homeschooling catalogs and through homeschool support groups that usually have end-of-year curriculum sales. Find...

When purchasing books for a homeschool student, research online for deals and discounts to save money without sacrificing material. Get up to date textbooks at discounted prices with tips from a...

Sell homeschool books by attending a book sale through a homeschool support group, throwing a garage sale or by putting ads online. Research how books are selling online and begin gathering...

Parents can purchase retired school text books or homeschool specific teaching materials to help develop lesson plans and educate their child at home. Establish a homeschool curriculum using...

First Steps to Reading

The world is more globalized than ever before and awareness of the world is very helpful to know yet many Americans are not real knowledgeable about Geography. You can help your child “get ahead”...

I was challenged with having 2 very bright children who have completely different learning styles. After finding they were not thriving in the traditional public or private school environment, we...

You think your child is ready to learn to read--they're pointing out letters on signs, they interested in the books you read to them, or maybe even asking to learn. It's time to try a few simple...

As we know, reading to your child early on in life spawns a love for reading which is important in order to have a jumpstart in life and also to foster a love for learning. Our two year old is...

Do you love reading books like I do but don't like buying books until you can actually read a few pages before you buy? I've found some great ways to get books and read them for virtually free .

Having a homeschool group book club is a great way for children and parents to experience the latest Newberry Award winner, a timeless classic, a riveting adventure or fantasy novel. Reading...

As a home schooling parent, you know that home school curriculum can be expensive. One way to earn a little money to buy your home school books for the upcoming year is to sell the books that your...

Congratulations on your decision to home school your child. Homeschooling offers many benefits for your child and can be very rewarding for the family. It also requires a commitment from the...

Homeschooling books are necessary for families who choose to homeschool their children. You can purchase them online with ease, but not just any book will do. Look for books that fit the goals of...

We started home schooling last year and I was somewhat organized and it helped us transition into the new life style. Well we have grown and learned a lot; now I feel very confident in my...

Learn how to make books for home schooling kids in this free video clip on education.

Learn how to use self-made books for home schooling kids in this free video clip on education.

Homeschooling can present many challenges, but some things can actually be made easier. For example, you can combine courses for students who are at different levels. Using Unit Studies is one way...

If it is important to you to keep track of what your child has read, consider using a journal. It is an organized way to know what your child needs to read and what has already been read.

As a homeschool liaison in my region, I often meet people who are considering homeschooling, but are worried about the costs. While "public" schooling is far from free when you think...

You've decided to homeschool your child, studied your state's homeschooling laws, and given what notifications are required. Now what? Organize your schoolroom, of course. Depending on the type...