- Homeschooling in the U.S.
Homeschooling in the U.S. Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states, but the degree of regulation varies widely, from states with virtually no oversight to states with detailed annual requirements. Most states do not require pre-approval to homeschool, though a few (like Massachusetts and Rhode Island) are the outliers that do. Regulations typically fall into…
- Homeschooling Styles — And Why It’s Okay to Change
One of the first questions people ask when they find out we homeschool is, “So, what curriculum do you use?” And I totally get it—it’s a natural starting point. But what I’ve come to realize over the years is that homeschooling is so much more than just a curriculum. It’s a whole lifestyle, and there…
- Favorite Homeschool Items
Everyone knows that once you become a homeschooler you have to get all the OFFICIAL homeschooler necessities, right?! Wait…you don’t know what those items are?! Oh no!! Well, don’t worry I’m here to tell you what you need, to be an “OFFICIAL HOMESCHOOLER”. K?! Just kidding! I am here to tell you what my favorite…
- Our Homeschool Routine
For new homeschoolers (and veteran homeschoolers too!) finding a homeschool routine or rhythm can be daunting and overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! I absolutely do not operate well on a specific TIMED schedule. It stresses me out, haha. Yes , I know that we all have specific times we have to work, or…
- How To Choose A Homeschool Curriculum
Welcome to part 2 of “How To Start Homeschooling” ! If you haven’t read that post. GO! Read it first! Then come back and read all about how to choose a homeschool curriculum! So now that you have your why, you’re ready to start choosing the what. I know that this can seem SUPER overwhelming…
- How To Start Homeschooling
Considering Homeschooling? Start here!
Homeschooling in the U.S. Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states, but the degree of regulation varies widely, from states with virtually no oversight to states with detailed annual requirements. Most states do not require pre-approval to homeschool, though a few (like Massachusetts and Rhode Island) are the outliers that do. Regulations typically fall into…
One of the first questions people ask when they find out we homeschool is, “So, what curriculum do you use?” And I totally get it—it’s a natural starting point. But what I’ve come to realize over the years is that homeschooling is so much more than just a curriculum. It’s a whole lifestyle, and there…
For new homeschoolers (and veteran homeschoolers too!) finding a homeschool routine or rhythm can be daunting and overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! I absolutely do not operate well on a specific TIMED schedule. It stresses me out, haha. Yes , I know that we all have specific times we have to work, or…
Welcome to part 2 of “How To Start Homeschooling” ! If you haven’t read that post. GO! Read it first! Then come back and read all about how to choose a homeschool curriculum! So now that you have your why, you’re ready to start choosing the what. I know that this can seem SUPER overwhelming…
Considering Homeschooling? Start here!