I am homeschooling my 7th grader
what are some tips?
I got the books and tests.
It is directed tword the student with very minimal adult help.
A tutorer will come in once a week to help her.
What else you think i can do?
2006-08-26 08:11:33 · 14 answers · asked by ME 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
Don't listen to those on here that are bashing your decision. Isn't it funny how many anti-homeschool people hang out in the homeschool section? Anyway,
the advice on getting connected with a homeschool group is right on. It gives you a chance to meet people, and learn from their successes and failures. It's always nice to have someone to talk to that understands what you are doing, especially with so much negativity hurled at homeschool families anymore.
If you aren't involved in a church (which for my kiddos is a major part of their social circle) then community sports are a good option. Also there are tons of lessons ranging from karate to dance to gymnastics. And don't forget Little League, youth football so on and so forth.
getting connected with other hs families, in my opinion, is something you should definitely put on your to do list.
good luck!
2006-08-26 08:41:12 · answer #1 · answered by Terri 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just graduated from homeschool. Sounds like you have things under control, sometimes though, the biggest thing is just making sure she does her work because everyone isn't self-motivated, if she needs incentives, give them to her! Here are some other things...
1. Make sure she knows you will help her if she needs it.
2. Take her places to learn sometimes (field trips) so that it won't be all boring: Libraries, museums, the zoo and other places. The good thing about homeschooling is that everything is a learning experience.
3. Remember also that homeschoolers don't have to be without friends or worse off socially...it's all up to you. Most homeschoolers are known for how well they can adjust in society, able to keep intelligent conversations with adults and get good jobs. Don't listen to what the critics have to say, I'm sure you're the best one to decide what it is your child needs.
God bless you!
2006-08-26 10:31:20 · answer #2 · answered by LiRona 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are some excellent resources available for home schoolers. Search google for "home school" and "forums" You will probably find some sites where you can get support and information from other people who are doing the same thing. I might be able to offer some other advice if I knew what curriculum you were using.
Church is a great way to foster interaction with other children his/her own age. I was home schooled every year from the second grade to graduation. Maybe there are some social skills that aren't learned from being arround children 6 hours a day. Believe me, though, there are MANY kids who go to public school that do not have social skills. Home school students don't shoot each other and most of them don't do drugs.
Contact me privately and maybe I can answer some specific quesitons if I have more info.
2006-08-26 08:24:22 · answer #3 · answered by Mandragon 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Why can't you help her yourself? Read through the materials, just as any teacher would with a new program, see what's being asked, think of ways to help her with specific things.
Also, the two of you have to stop using the same ID for questions in here. Or if it's just one person pretending to be two people, stop it!
2006-08-26 09:28:22 · answer #4 · answered by glurpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, try to "network" with other parents who are also home-schooling. You guys can work out field-trips and play time just between yourselves.
Also, don't feel like your school day has to mirror the public school days. You can get a LOT more done with fewer students, so you should always be ahead of the game. In other words, don't freak out if you're done with your lesson plan by noon. It doesn't mean your kids are doing less.
2006-08-26 08:28:05 · answer #5 · answered by Milana P 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have things under control. Just make sure she spends enough time actually doing her schoolwork... you might have to play poilceman for a little bit!
Also, for social purposes and additional education, call your school district up and see if she can participate in sports, band, etc. (they should let you! Your taxes pay for it!) or enroll her in some kind of extracurricular activities. Lots of YMCA's have homeschooling programs too, that are worth looking into, and offer foreign language classes or study groups. Good luck!
2006-08-26 08:18:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with the answers that say send her to school. There is nothing wrong with home schooling. I suggest a schedule and keep to it. No watching tv, listening to the radio, etc when it is suppose to be school time. Good Luck
2006-08-26 08:18:33 · answer #7 · answered by redhotboxsoxfan 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Don't panic. And apologize. :) This like all problems in life will pass, just enjoy the buzz of gossip.
2016-03-17 03:01:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Help her. I mean, don't rely on books to teach your child. Actually TEACH her.
2006-08-26 12:17:06 · answer #9 · answered by Jessie P 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am in the same boat .This my first year with my 4th grade daughter.
2006-08-26 15:55:45 · answer #10 · answered by Jojo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋