2006-09-26 01:45:35 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
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2006-09-26 01:47:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
Check out the information at www.HSLDA.org
You will find everything you need to get you started.
In Oregon we have www.oceanetwork.org -- this is a website of very helpful information and support. You can learn quite a bit from it even if you live elsewhere.
Look at www.robinsoncurriculum.com
Even if you don't buy and use the method you will learn a lot about home-schooling.
Now. For the basics.
1. Math: The children should start with flashcards and manipulatives and memorize the mathfacts and tables. This can take up to a year or more.
Buy math books and answer keys for your children. Saxon math is a good incremental system. Saxon has a placement test that will tell you which level to use for each child. A full lesson a day is practical for many children. Sometimes it will be more difficult and those days can be shortened to 1/2 of a lesson.
2. Writing; One page of writing every day --- the format will depend on your child's ability and level.
3. Reading: Provide the very best of books. Classics are a great place to start. A minimum of 2 hours of reading every single day is a good idea.
4. Keep a good set of encyclopedia available for reading and writing ideas along with a good dictionary.to help with the study of vocabulary.
We use the Robinson Curriculum along with Saxon math. It has everything we need for all grades, K through 12.
2006-09-26 02:20:43 · answer #2 · answered by Barb 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
First - check out the homeschooling laws in your state. Each state is different and (unlike the previous poster's response) not every state allows homeschoolers to participate in public school extracurriculars and not every state requires lesson plans (Texas doesn't do either). Also, you might not want to ask the public school administrators about homeschoolling as many are not aware of the legalities and may attempt to change your mind or ask you to jump through hoops you don't need to jump through. The HSLDA website has concise reviews of each states laws.
Next, determine your philosophy/method. There are many options: classical, unschooling, unit studies, Montessori, Waldorf, Charlotte Mason, eclectic, ... A great resource is "Mary Pride's Complete Guide to Getting Started in Homeschooling". She lists a dozen different methods for homeschooling and defines what each entails. This is a very important step because it will help you determine what curriculum to use.
Finally, choose your curriculum. Based on your method, you can narrow your curriculum choices to whatever it is you specifically want to teach. There are several guides to help you choose your curriculum (Cathy Duffy's book, "100 Top Picks for Homeschooling" as well as her website, "Home Learning Year by Year" by Rebecca Rupp). When you're ready to buy, check out Rainbow Resource (they usually have the best prices and a 1000+ page catalog)
I'd also recommend you find a support group or co-op where you can get to know other HS families. This will be a great help to you in locating HS activities, as well as offering you support for those difficult days (the first year is the toughest). I've also found people very willing to let you borrow materials to look over and try before buying.
Best wishes! If you need more info, feel free to email me.
2006-09-26 03:11:48 · answer #3 · answered by homeschoolmom 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, it actually depends on where you live. Each state has different requirements, so any specifics I give would be for my state, and may not be accurate for your state. For example, in my state, the last place you would go would be the superintendant of public education, and our HS kids are not allowed to participate in PS programs (although private schools, especially the religious ones allow our kids to participate in their sports leagues under certain circumstances)
The best place to start your search would be HSLDA.org
that is the home school legal defense association and they can point you in the right direction.
good luck!
PS ignore the guy about the caps. My finger has a hard time finding that shift button most of the time. :)
2006-09-26 02:33:30 · answer #4 · answered by Terri 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Each state has different requirements. You can do a search on the Internet for "home schooling + your state" and the search should show home schooling groups that give you a lot of good ideas for home schooling, plus your state has a website that gives you the requirements of home schooling and curriculum. The home schooling groups will give you ideas where to buy the most low cost books and teaching aids.
2006-09-26 02:07:37 · answer #5 · answered by RKC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First you will need to find out your state law. I find the best way is to go to www.hslda.org. You can join if you want to but it is not necessary.
Next find the right curriculum. This get to be a challenge because there are a lot to chose from. I use Switched on Schoolhouse and Five in a Row. Abecka is also good. There are just so many. But I find that Alpha Omega Publishing is one of the most cost effective. They are the ones who publish Switched on Schoolhouse, Lifepac and Horizon.
Then set a schedule that works for your family and teach.
2006-09-26 02:46:30 · answer #6 · answered by MomOfThree 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First research the laws in your state about homeschooling. Use a search engine and type in homeschool laws for ( your state).Some states require you to send grades in and give tests. Some are more lenient. If your child has been going to public school you will need to formally withdraw her from it and let them know you will be homeschooling or she will be truant and you could face a fine. You can get free curriculum from the Internet and you can get used books and workbooks from eBay.
2006-09-26 02:15:00 · answer #7 · answered by Diane 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Choose a curriculum, such as A Beka, ACE , Saxon, or I've heard you can even borrow public school books (if available).
Send a statement to state letting them know of your intent
There are websites that instruct and let you know state laws concerning homeschool for each state. HSLDA.org is one.
2006-09-26 04:40:18 · answer #8 · answered by KaeMae 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to prepare a year of lesson plans, set up a quiet place in your home for the schooling to go on, and then you need to inform your local school department that you are removing them from school and are in fact, homeschooling them. You also need to contact the board of education for approval of your lesson plan to make sure it is appropriate. I also think that your kids have to take tests once per year to ensure that they are receiving a proper education at home. There are many times that I wish I had been homeschooled. I think I would have been smarter for it. One last thing, make sure your kids are involved in a sport or another activity to ensure that they are properly socialized! Also, sometimes there are homeschooling networks in your town or county that you can become involved with.
2006-09-26 01:55:19 · answer #9 · answered by betterlife_travel 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Check with your superintendent. He will either have the guidelines and requirements, or refer you to the state department of education.
Home-schooled children may participate in band, athletics or other school-sponsored activities. Again, check with the superintendent.
2006-09-26 01:50:15 · answer #10 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋