Category Archives: Why Homeschool?

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.

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An article about the whys and hows of homeschooling

Schooling at Home.  This is a well-written piece about one family’s experience.

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What the research says about homeschoolers

National Home Education Research Institute – Research Facts on Homeschooling.  What the research says about why people homeschool, academic performance, social, emotional and psychological development and success in the “real world” of adulthood.

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Top 10 reasons NOT to homeschool (and a rational response)

The Joyful Journey – You HOMESCHOOL? I could NEVER do that!”.

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