Resources for Homeschooling Missionary Kids
Homeschooling demands diligence, organization and focus at the best of times. If you work in the mission field, the added stress of frequent relocation and an unfamiliar environment can make educating your children at home even more challenging. Finding the right tools and resources for your family can help you make homeschooling a more productive and enjoyable experience for you and your children.
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Alpha Omega Publications
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Alpha Omega Publications creates some of the most popular Christian curricula used by home educators. CD-ROM programs like Switched-On Schoolhouse automatically grade student work and plan lessons in language arts, Bible, geography, math and science. Alternatively, text-based curricula like the Lifepac system feature easily transportable workbooks and teacher guides. The company also distributes supplementary resources in the form of DVDs, music software and art books designed to encourage hands-on learning wherever your family travels.
A Beka Book
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A Beka Book provides traditional Christian curricula for private schools and home educators. A Beka Book offers textbooks, workbooks and lesson plans in phonics, reading, math, history and science. The company also publishes faith-based historical fiction novels and biographies of historical figures to supplement history and language arts lessons. You can download the Home School Parent's Guide to Curriculum and Scheduling for free on A Beka Book's website to determine which combination of A Beka Book materials best suit your missionary kid's needs.
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Sonlight
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Sonlight specializes in literature-based Christian curriculum packages designed to suit the individual needs of homeschool families. You can choose from ready-made grade level packages or build your own package specifically for your children. Every package comes with copies of classic novels around which each lesson is based, along with detailed instructor's guides and lesson plans. Instead of ordering entire packages, you can order individual books to supplement your own lesson plans or to add new perspective to a unique missionary experience.
The Homeschool Channel
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A project of the American Family Association, The Homeschool Channel website aims to help re-establish the home and family as the center of children's education. The website provides families with free, Biblically-based streaming Internet Protocol Television and video resources. Television programs and videos cover topics such as science, social studies and religion. The website's forums and blogs allow homeschool families from around the world to share advice, discuss their experiences and socialize. You can also purchase homeschool curricula, books, and other materials through The Homeschool Channel's online store.
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