Now that the first generation of modern homeschoolers is well established in society, I’m hearing a lot about how well these young people are doing. They are running businesses, excelling in college and homeschooling their own children. One has even written a best-selling novel! So what makes these wunderkinds so successful, and is it to be expected?

Homeschool Portfolio

It’s that time of year again–time to create and turn in your Homeschool Portfolio.  For many parents this is a time of stress and frantic searching for all of those homeschool documents, pictures and moments that define the school year.  For others it is a time of reflection and enjoyment as they page through their already full portfolio and remember the good and the bad.

Are you starting to feel the strong desire to get outside?  To go for a walk?  To throw a ball?  To plant flowers?  To weed the garden?  To find a spring and go wading or a pool to leap into?

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, the diagnosis is easy.  You have homeschooler’s spring fever.

There is no doubt about it — school is a tough place to be. Your self-esteem takes a beating in this environment. I know that and so do your parents — even if you don’t think they understand!

Between the bullying, the teasing, the constant competition, and those classmates who seem to switch from friend to hater overnight, the pressure can be overwhelming. And it can hurt — a lot.

If you are looking for a colorful, engaging and step by step homeschool writing course, then be sure to check out Write Source.   These easy to use textbooks break down writing instruction into manageable chunks and teach in a fun and creative way that grabs kids attention and keeps them engaged.

A fun and quick article on why homeschooling should be outlawed.

Click here and enjoy

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For years we in the world of homeschoolers have known about the significant success of homeschoolers.  We have watched as our children and others have grown up with a desire for excellence, a commitment to community, to church, to our country, to their ideals.  We have seen them achieve great things at young ages and influence those around them for the good.

One of the biggest concerns I hear from potential homeschoolers is the concern about their child’s future.

Because I work with so many homeschooling families, I have trouble understanding this concern.  The homeschoolers I know are confident, successful, and outgoing.  They conduct themselves with dignity and are able to handle conversations with individuals from all different age groups and walks of life.

If you are looking for a bright, cheery, upbeat workbook that covers all of the concepts required in either first (Language Smarts B), second (Language Smarts C) or third grade (Language Smarts C), then you will enjoy the Critical Thinking Press Language Smarts series.  These thick colorful workbooks are filled with activities designed to introduce your child to concepts such as alphabetical order, phonics, spelling, vocabulary, grammar and mechanics as well as various forms of writing.

Ever wish people would stop asking those ridiculous questions about homeschooling?

Found this fun video on the Twelve Days of Homeschooling that hits the perception challenges perfectly!

Check it out and get ready for a good laugh!