Home Schooling ABC’s
Often times we get the big question, “where do we start with this home school?” Yes there are some ABC’s and 123’s when you finally make the decision to school your children. A few thoughts to consider are:
1. Charter Programs- Yes we home school but we also attend a charter. There are classes, facilitators to assist, and you have the support of hired help.
2. Church Family- There are a lot of mom’s and dad’s that are attending such programs and you can lean on fellow parents that have support and great tips.
3. Online Groups- With the internet being a sea of information, you can find local groups for moral support and breaks to spread the work load as other parents might be looking for the same. You are not the only parent that needs support.
4. A powerful guide is “homeschooling ABC’s” that you can invest $10.00 and get solid support and encouragement to minimize any frustration or confusion.
Remember, you are not alone. Reach out for support and utilize all of your resources. Never be too afraid to ask for help and clarify and unanswered questions as there is a big family willing to see you succeed in your home schooling endeavor.
Listening to Audio Books
Audio Books are Ear Resistable
I would say my biggest past time right now for myself is listening to books on tape. I get them from the library in either CD form or through their electronic library then put them on my iPod. It is great for housework! I just put on a book, go to work and the time flies. I also listen while I am driving so the kids can hear their music or movie or audio book. I am going through quite a few books. The library has so many resources that are not just print books. If you visit Saclibrary.org under the catalog section you can see the eaudiobook link. You just use your library card and create a pin very easy and they have a lot to choose from. Robert likes the self improvement. You can even download them onto your phone (if it’s fancy enough).
Saying So Long
Today is a day we say so long to some friends who are moving away. It’s not just my friend but Lilly and Owen’s also. Rachael was instrumental in my home schooling start and success. It is rare to find someone you trust unconditionally. You know the kind that you can call at 3 am and know they will be there no questions asked. I know they are not going far but I still can’t keep the emotions at bay. I plan to visit them in the spring but it won’t be the same. I know we can keep in touch via Facebook and I’m grateful for that! I’m not sure how Owen is going to take to her son Ashton leaving. Owen has looked up to Ashton and wanted to be around him for at least 3 years. Considering he is 5 that is more than half his life! I know this move is good for them so I will try to be happy and not selfish wanting them to stay….
The Value of Scaling Back
Well I think I am going to have to drop Girl Scouts for Lilly. It was a tough decision but I think it is best for our family. Her troop is accross town and meetings are at 6pm. The boys are kinda done by then so it’s not fair plus I don’t have anything to do so we sit in the car. Lilly has so many great activities she is involved in, it might be good for all of us. We just added our church play to our agenda so something has to give. It is so hard to give things up but we have to look at the whole. Having a big family does make it difficult to be in two or three places at the same time! Pray for me to stick to my guns and not give in!
Home School -Huge Success for Our Family!
I recently started home schooling my son and continued with my daughter. Lilly is in 4th grade now and doing exceptionally well! When we started half way through 1st grade she wasn’t even at grade level. Now according to the state standardized NEWA testing she is on level for math, ahead for reading and one point away from being advanced in language arts. She has the opportunity to take science, drawing, Spanish, a writing process class, Taekwondo, ballet, jazz and tap dance.
Owen has just finished the Kindergarten math program! Owens classes include; writing, computer math lab, Spanish, Taekwondo and tap dance. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to focus on our kids education. I love that I can tailor their curriculum based on where they are. If they were in public school and Owen flew ahead in math he would be stuck waiting on the rest of the class.
Public school does a wonderful service for the community and if we were forced to put our kids in we would. I am just saying that I enjoy home schooling and am thankful for the opportunity. There are many different ways to home school. If your thinking about it, my vote is a yes!
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