Tag: Back-to-homeschool
Labor Day Activities for Homeschoolers
The first Monday of September in the United States is dedicated to the celebration of the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made throughout its history. The roots of the commemoration are full of turmoil, however. At the height of the Industrial Revolution of the late 1800s, children as young as six […]
How Do Working Parents Manage (Home)School During COVID-19?
For many working parents, finding the right balance between work and home can be a challenge, whether they work from home or outside the home. Now the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed that challenge into a crisis. As we look toward the fall, many states find themselves in situations where schools will either have to continue […]
Setting Parent and Family Homeschool Goals
Planning homeschool goals and objectives isn’t always easy. I remember when we first started homeschooling, I had these grand plans for what we would accomplish throughout our first year. What I didn’t have was a concrete outline of our goals, therefore actioning on completing them was tough. I discovered, over time, that setting homeschool goals […]
5 Ways to Simplify Your Life Before the New Homeschool Year
Don’t look now, but the new homeschool year is edging closer! Even if we try hiding behind pool noodles, tall sunflowers, or even a picnic umbrella, it’s going to find us, eventually. So, we might as well wrap our heads around the idea and prepare. The best way I know to keep “back-to-homeschool overwhelm” from […]
The Ultimate Back-to-Homeschool Checklist
The first day of homeschool can be an exciting time for new and experienced homeschoolers alike. With that, there can also be some anxieties about the beginning of a new year. To make the transition seamless, we’ve come up with some back to homeschool ideas in the checklist below. Read on to make the best […]
How Much Does Homeschooling Cost?
The average cost of homeschooling one child per year might fall within the following ranges. Curriculum: $350-$750 Materials: $150-$300 Field Trips: $100-$250 Extracurriculars: $100-$500 Approximate total cost per year per student: $700-$1800 The Average Cost of Homeschooling Is homeschooling expensive? If you are just beginning the journey of homeschooling, that’s a question that is probably […]
5 Ways to Get Your High Schooler in Back-to-Homeschool Mode
By customizing an education to your teen, instead of the other way around, you’ll discover that getting your high schooler on board with a homeschool plan is not as challenging as it may seem! Let’s look at five tactics to help you and your student collaborate together for a successful high school year. Create Goals […]