Category: Homeschooling

It’s hard to say how these myths get perpetuated. Some are likely rooted in the {unfortunately common} notion of demonizing what we don’t understand. For many people it’s difficult to shake the concept of public education for children as we know it today. Anything that goes against what we think of as “normal“ in our lifetime is automatically seen as deviant, peculiar, wrong.

Regardless of whether you consider yourself a science enthusiast or simply a curious human, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry is an excellent read and a worthwhile addition to your bookshelf.

If you have decided that homeschooling would be a good fit for your family, but hesitate to commit due to concerns about how much it actually costs to homeschool, I encourage you to read on.

Homeschooling through high school can be an enjoyable endeavor for both you and your students. Stay calm, take an honest look at the choices before you, research the logistics, and before you know it you will be congratulating your graduate.

At the end of your homeschooling journey, what do you want your children to be able to do? What is the ultimate goal of homeschooling? Every homeschooling family will have a slightly different answer to this question; however, for most people there will be similarities.

Reading perspectives from a wide variety of authors is a great way to introduce your secular homeschool students to unique ideas and voices. We have always loved reading non-fiction, and this list of 72 non-fiction books for teens highlights many of our favorites.

These are not your typical textbook-style, teacher-led books and workbooks. If you are looking for something that provides daily lesson plans and clear do this, then do that instructions, these may not be the resources for you. In many cases they are more math stories than math instruction. If that sounds like your jam, however, please read on. 

You may have varied reasons for needing {wanting} an overhaul. Is your basic routine no longer working? Has there been a major change in employment, family dynamics, or outside influences? Or do you simply feel something is missing or “off” in your curriculum? While some of these scenarios may present more challenges than others, ultimately moving forward with updating your homeschool plans mid-year will look very similar regardless of your initial motivation. 

I share our own homeschool favorites not because I feel we have found the “best” options, but instead to spark ideas for fellow secular homeschoolers and to offer suggestions for kindred book lovers. With so many choices it can be difficult to narrow down selections, especially when starting out.

This post will share ideas you can use when evaluating the homeschool year for your own students. Along the way I will offer specific examples of what we like and dislike about our own homeschool progress over the past few months.