I will be homeschooling my little sis, an i wanna find a less complex cheapier way to do it, all i found was some really expensive curriculums.If not cheap, is there any way she could get a grant?She is 15 going into the 10th grade.
2006-06-14 20:55:32 · 15 answers · asked by ashleydahustla 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
If you live in the state of Ohio they offer free homeschooling through TRECA. It can be found on the web at treca.org. They give you the computer, printer and all the assignments are on the computer and the teachers are on-line. If you need more please contact me or them.
2006-06-15 01:45:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a Homeschool Mom of 5 years. First you need to ask yourself, What type of program you want? The major differences are literature based and subject based. I have been doing subject based. I feel the easiest and most reliable is Switched on Schoolhouse by Alpha Omega. Brand new a year will cost around $300 but you can go to EBay and buy it used or new for a lesser cost. So, unless you want to research and make your own curriculum this seems the lowest. Try looking on www. AOP.com and see all there different programs they offer. Also find a group of other homeschoolers to meet. Having a support group is not necessary but is very helpful.
2006-06-15 02:31:51 · answer #2 · answered by MomOfThree 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you can't get a grant for homeschooling. Get a library card. That is the cheapest thing. use your surroundings. Do you have museums, etc... There are some cheaper curriculums out there, but you have to really look. Go on e-bay. Check and see if there is a homeschooling store, or teacher store near you. There are free lesson plans online. There is so much information out here about it. Google "homeschooling" "homeschooling materials" etc...
2006-06-15 01:28:54 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If funds are limited, you can still use packaged curriculum, just get it used. Most of the best programs (Saxon for math, Rod & Staff for grammar, PowerGlide for foreign language) can be found through eBay or VegSource. I'd use the library for things like history and science.
You should also look for books ABOUT homeschooling (The Well-Trained Mind by Jessie Wise and Susan Wise-Bauer, comes to mind). For curriculum reviews, check out Cathy Duffy's book, 100 Top Picks...
2006-06-15 05:58:05 · answer #4 · answered by homeschoolmom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the library for the books Homeschooling on a Shoestring, How To Design A Homeschool Curriculum, How To Design A Homeschool Curriculum, and I can't remember the exact title, but I think it is Homeschool Your Child for Free.
Also, use the internet. you can find a lot of free worksheets and unit studies. There is even a site (www.hoeschoollearning.com) that you can buy a unit study for as little as 2.95 and they have a few free ones. they adapt to all different grades.
Best of luck to you!
2006-06-15 04:15:36 · answer #5 · answered by Melanie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some school districts offer charter schools that are essentially home schools. In our area, there are several schools that offer a home school curriculum that is supported by the State of California. The kids get to do their school work at home, the parents choose which curriculums they want to use and extra-curricular activities are paid for by the school. Kids can do anything from music to karate. Religious instruction is not included but can be added by the parents as they wish. It is not graded nor does it count towards credits. However, the regular curriculum is graded and there are real teachers who are there for assistance if needed.
2006-06-15 10:11:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I homeschool my son, he will be going into the 7th grade this year. The only way that I can afford all of his curriculum is to search ebay. I have gotten all of his books (except his mathematics) so far for less than $50 (for all of them including shipping). You just have to shop smart and make sure that you are getting the current curriculum.
2006-06-15 06:04:47 · answer #7 · answered by jenepher402 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not know which state you live in but if you go to
www.k12.com
and check you may have a virtual charter school in your state. These are funded the same as regular public schools so you pay nothing. In fact they supply everything. Books, computer, and help pay for internet connection. If you have more questions feel free to email me at michellevon@comcast.net
2006-06-15 04:12:45 · answer #8 · answered by Michelle V 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm homeschooled for FREE. I check out things from my public library and find things to do online. You can print out tons of worksheets and everything. Just find out what your state requires her to learn and follow those guide lines. I get all my math books from the library.
2006-06-17 06:52:44 · answer #9 · answered by catmoosebear 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see if your state offers a virtual high school and ask your local school if they will let you use some of their old books. ours does. also, the internet does have many online sites to aid in teaching - such as math.com
2006-06-21 09:27:18 · answer #10 · answered by ladyofthehollow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋