How to Find Homeschool Resources on a Budget

Homeschooling is a great way to bring the best education to your child and teach important values as well. One of the most challenging aspects of starting to homeschool is that materials are expensive. Here are some budget friendly ways to homeschool for less.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. THE INTERNET
   
   From online math tutorials to educational games for every level, the internet is the biggest free source of educational materials.
   
   
   www.starfall.com a fun resource for teaching reading to young children
   www.funbrain.com
   www.primarygames.com
   www.kidsgames.org

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   THE LIBRARY
   
   Books, films, dvds and cds can all be borrowed at the library free of charge. Take advantage of story hour and other free activities as they are offered. A weekly trip to the library should be on every homeschooler's agenda. Your child will learn all about research, the different types of media, and most importantly will develop an interest in books.

3. OTHER HOMESCHOOLERS
   
   Many families swap materials or give away items that their children have outgrown. Be sure to develop relationships with other homeschooling families or join a coop. This will ensure a new variety of ideas and materials at your fingertips whenever you meet.

4. EBAY
   
   If you're looking for resources such as pre-packaged curricula, check ebay before you buy from another source. You may get a better deal here than anywhere else.

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   TEACHERS
   
   Friends or family members who are teachers will love sharing worksheets, books, and dated curricula with you if you just ask. Teachers love to clear out stuff they're not using because space in the classroom is valuable.

Tips & Warnings

• Let everyone know you're looking for resources.
• Visit the state fair and collect teaching materials.

[smgwritings]

on 3/2/2009 Wonderful Tips. I also homeschool my two little ones, but I have free schooling materials sent to me from connectionsadcademy.com You might want to check them out as well.

[showpup]

on 9/25/2008 I homeschooled our three children. All now graduated. We were able to join a homeschoolers group through the local library, where they also met each week. A resource your readers may wish to check into. Each year they also put on a book/supplies swap. 5 stars

[Susanh]

on 9/25/2008 Excellent advice on how to homeschool for less! We too are a homeschooling family and try every year to save a bit of money on our curriculum and supplies. I've found that unit studies can be fantastic and cost less overall. 5***** article.