Category Archives: Homeschooling Nuts & Bolts
Learn lapbooking basics at Lapbooking 101
Lapbooking 101. – Learn lapbooking basics.
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How to make lapbooks, mini-books & shape books
Lapbooking – There are tons of ideas, resources, links and even a video about lapbooking, mini-books and shape books. Some resources listed are not free, however, there’s enough free info here to warrant inclusion here!
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Living books for math
Reader Lists. Arranged by topic, this is a compilation of literature (stories vs. textbook) that teach math.
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Make your own Homeschool I.D.
Homeschool Buyers Co-op. Registration is required.
How to fold a file folder into a lapbook
How to Fold a File Folder Into a Lapbook. A YouTube video.
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How Do I Homeschool My Gifted Child?
How Do I Homeschool? – Gifted Homeschoolers Forum. An article with practical tips.
20 Great Reasons You Homeschool
20 Great Reasons You Homeschool. A fun printable poster.
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How to “deschool” so that you can more effectively unschool
Deschooling for Parents, by Sandra Dodd. Homeschooling and unschooling are so completely different from traditional schooling on so many levels. Children (and parents of children) who have spent time in a traditional school setting will do well to get rid of some of the associations they have with learning instilled by the traditional schooling method. This process is called “deschooling” and this article provides an understandable explanation of the process and practical hints to achieve it.
Common Objections to Homeschooling, Q&A with John Holt
Common Objections to Homeschooling – The Natural Child Project. John Holt is considered by many to be the father of modern-day homeschooling. He was a recognized teacher for many years but came to realize our public education system leaves much to be desired.
An article about the whys and hows of homeschooling
Schooling at Home. This is a well-written piece about one family’s experience.
31-page ebook, How to Homeschool
How to Homeschool e-book. Email registration required.
Learning styles comparison chart (visual, auditory, kinesthetic & tactile)
Learning Styles. Helps you discover your child’s learning style.
Discover your child’s special gifts and inclinations
Multiple Intelligences. Check the boxes on eight different lists that apply to your child. At the end, you’ll get a results page where you can see which areas your child is strong in, possible careers, tips to help them develop their gifts and more.
Printable sample daily schedule
DailySchedSample. Shows what a typical day might look like for a K-2nd grader, a 3rd-6th grader and a 7th+ student. From Cindy Downes.