2006-08-20 08:27:10 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
I just finished my 2nd year of homeschooling my primary elementary aged children, so I'm not an "old hand" yet, but I'm finally getting comfortable with it.
One thing I've learned is, that there are as many ways to homeschool as there are people who do it. And probably the same number of reasons why they do it! :) So I'm trying not to compare myself to others so much.
I'm also learning that there are so many "good" options out there for curricula that maybe I shouldn't worry so much about getting "the right" one. Most of them out there are pretty well done these days. I tend to agonize that I'm not choosing the "best possible" curriculum for my particular children. It's really not worth it!
Finally, it's important to get and stay connected with others -- you as the parent, especially. My 2 kids have their cousins, sports lessons, music lessons, and clubs, etc., to go to, so they see enough of their peers. But as a mom, I tend to feel isolated unless I make an effort at staying connected with other grownups.
Anyway, I hope this helps! good luck!
2006-08-20 09:13:52 · answer #1 · answered by gburgmommy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know that each state has different rules to homeschool by. You also have to register as a homeschooler and let them know how many are being homeschooled, the ages, the grades they are in, and if you move. Some states you have to follow a school curriculum but where I am you basically can teach anything as long as you have 100 days in "school". I have been doing this for going on 4 years now so I am no expert but I get things done. I am also teaching my smaller kids along with my teenager. I am not going to say it is easy going between a child in 10th grade and two preschoolers plus a toddler but you have to set a schedule and stick to it as best as you can.
2006-08-21 00:52:17 · answer #2 · answered by Mawyemsekhmet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was homeschooled n i liked it at first but then i realized that i dont get to go to prom or be with my friends as much etc. i think it is nice for some ppl but it is not for all!
2006-08-20 15:36:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
different states have differing ideas on what should be taught, other than the core subject of math, science, social studies and english. testing is also different. but to get the equivelant education, testing must be specific and must cover the same material as in regular school. it has one huge drawback. the social developemnt from the interaction with other students is almost non-existant.
2006-08-20 15:36:52 · answer #4 · answered by de bossy one 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lots. I have been home schooled for ten years. This year I am doing a home school academy and it is great. You can learn more about your personal interests then you can in regular school.
2006-08-22 21:41:38 · answer #5 · answered by girlshadow212 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm in my 3 year of learnign with home schooling and loving it. Allthough its tough and you have to make your own social life out side of school ( not at all hard ) all over its realy good in australia.
Hope it helps...
2006-08-20 21:40:14 · answer #6 · answered by webmaster_trainee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lots.
2006-08-21 08:58:38 · answer #7 · answered by glurpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask your guidance counselor or school board where you live.
2006-08-23 13:12:37 · answer #8 · answered by pathumbert2006 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stranges kids mostly
2006-08-20 16:11:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
not much
2006-08-20 15:41:49 · answer #10 · answered by anitababy.brainwash 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋