Reasons to Homeschool
If you are considering the homeschool lifestyle, you are not alone. Data from the National Educational Research Institute (NHERI) shows that the number of children aged 5-17 years who were taught at home rose from 1.7% in 2016 to about 3.1% in the fall of 2022. This surge in homeschool enrollment can be traced to…
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Solutions: How to Homeschool When You Think You Can’t
In my previous post: Making the Decision to Homeschool: Weighing the Pros and Cons, I addressed the benefits and drawbacks of the homeschool lifestyle. That post got a bit long, so I thought I’d address the ‘cons’ in a separate blog. This blog is intended for parents who have a desire to homeschool, but…
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Making the Decision to Homeschool: Weighing the Pros and Cons
Homeschool is not for everyone, and that is okay. Assuming complete responsibility for your child’s education is a significant commitment, a decision not to be made lightly. Weighing the pros and cons of homeschooling will help you determine if this is the lifestyle for you. In this post I address both the benefits and potential…
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A History of Libraries in North America
Seeing as it’s Library Week, I thought I’d do a little research into the history of North American libraries. The title of ‘oldest American library’ is contested, but the front-runners include the Darby Free Library and The Library Company, both located in Pennsylvania, USA. Initially libraries were private collections of books held by those who…
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The Public Library, a Priceless Asset for Homeschooling Families
The Public Library, a Priceless Asset for Homeschooling Families One of my favorite places to visit is the public library. Most of us already know the library offers a one-stop ‘shop’ for information and printed materials in all school subjects, including Science & Computer Technology, Math, English/Language Arts, History, Home Economics, and…
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The Benefits of an Organized Home
Having a clean and comfortable space to live is a commendable goal. Though it requires time and effort to maintain, most of us would agree this is a small price to pay, considering the overall gain. Here are nine benefits to organizing your home. This blog contains affiliate links. I may earn commission from purchases…
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