When beginning homeschooling, you likely have many great ideas and a million different thoughts of fun things you can do in your classroom. But just like with anything, many of us fall into a routine or being comfortable, and many of those excellent homeschool schedules never get put into action. Because being home brings a whole different level of being comfortable, the activities themselves (even more so) need to be engaging and fun. We put together a list of our favorite activities to make homeschooling fun and …
The start of a new school year is always exciting, but it is also daunting. Both homeschooling moms and in-school teachers are busy getting classrooms, school supplies, and lesson plans ready for a new year of learning. However, in any space for learning, there are some dos and don’t on the first day of homeschool. It is so very important that the first day of the school promotes the structure you want in your classroom as well as fun. Start school off with the right attitudes, activities, and expectations, and you will certainly make…
One of the biggest mistakes we’ve seen in many homeschool classrooms is the lack of a homeschool desk. Using a table in your dining room as the school desk can be appealing, but this helps perpetuate the idea that you’re just keeping your kids at home when they could be in a dedicated learning environment. Homeschool has been proven to be a fantastic way to teach children, but only when done correctly.
With a dedicated school space and a desk to match it, you’re curating a safe and effective learning environment where your kids can thrive. In many cases, with the proper care and …
The trap of homeschooling is letting clutter pile up. You’re skirting the line of what is school and what is home, which can lead to much clutter throughout both. By keeping your items organized and your house life separate from school, you’ll be able to curate a safe and active learning space for your kids. The best way to stay on top of everything that homeschooling throws at you is to actively and effectively organize. This means having many different homeschool storage and clutter reduction methods in place.
Whether you’re sticking with the classic boxes and baskets or you&#…
We all know the essentials for back-to-school shopping – pencils, binders, scissors, glue, all of the classic supplies on the list. But, with many parents starting to turn their attention toward homeschooling, back-to-school shopping gets just a little bit more complicated. From keeping your home organized to offering your kids a useful at-home lesson, the products that you purchase as supplies will make a huge difference in how effective your homeschool is. In this article, you will find the most important homeschool supplies shopping lists for students and parents picked by homeschool educators. It’s …
How much does homeschooling in NY cost? Homeschooling in NY can cost $300 to $1800 on up per student, per year. Every family has different homeschool requirements. Therefore, a definitive cost is not easy for homeschooling parents to ascertain.
According to the article “Homeschooling on a Budget” by the HSLDA, the moderate approach to homeschooling costs is $300 to $500 per year, per child.
According to Time4Learning, the average cost of homeschooling one child for a year ranges from $700-$1,800. This can inch much higher depending on the …
Homeschooling in NY and around the globe has been becoming increasingly popular over the years. Homeschool is not just due to families having to school their children virtually. The number of students homeschooling has increased to several million students across the country. Homeschooling families take on all the responsibilities for the education of their students. They are responsible for lesson planning, organizing activities, and field trips. Besides, finding a suitable curriculum and resources, in addition to all usual parental responsibilities, can be time-consuming and overwhelming. If parents are also working full or part-time …
In this article, you will find the best homeschool books that include a vast world of details about programs, methods, techniques, and advice.
The Best Homeschooling Books at a Glance
The Call of the Wild and Free
Home Learning Year by Year
Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide
The Well-Trained Mind
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So you’ve decided to leap into homeschooling. Now you are the educator in addition to being a mom…you are a homeschool mom. You’ve chosen the best curriculum for your kids, found a local homeschooling support system, and are now ready to plan out a daily homeschool schedule. But how do you plan a daily homeschool schedule? Let’s take it one step-by-step.
Planning a Homeschool Schedule for the Long Term
Before planning a homeschooling routine, families should research and read through …
2020 showed us all that remote learning is possible, and you may be considering homeschooling your children full time. You can still take advantage of a lot of online resources from schools when doing so. After all, there is a lot of information already out there! However, it may be overwhelming. We have broken down some NY homeschool laws you should keep in mind if you are looking to pursue New York homeschooling. We will explore some of those below, broken down by section, so you know what to expect.
NY Homeschool Laws and Requirements
Many New York homeschool rules in place to make sure the school year …