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Melissa Murdoch - ArticlesMelissa Murdoch has a passion for life span development and education, and believes wholeheartedly that a healthy society begins at home.
For further information on how to get started in homeschooling, please visit www.YourHomeschoolCommunity.com. Eclectic HomeschoolingThe available definitions for Eclectic Homeschooling are as wide and varied as the possibilities it provides. Many non-homeschoolers imagine homeschooling to be very similar in structure to public schooling, although at home. They assume that homeschooled students sit at a desk all day, working their way through a set curriculum, as well as completing assignments and exams. Indeed, this is the way that some families choose to homeschool, and it can work very well. Homeschooling During the Primary YearsHomeschooling during the primary years can be fun and very stress-free. A lot of parents get worried that their kids won’t learn everything that they need to. But with the right resources you can keep your kids on track and develop all the necessary skill sets for high-school and beyond. Socialisation Opportunities For The Homeschooled ChildPerhaps the biggest concern your family and friends will express when you tell them that you are going to homeschool is how your children are going to learn to socialise with their peers if they are not in school. This is a common fear, and it can be valid in some cases, but for most of the homeschooling families that I know, or have met, it is a misplaced fear. Creative Tips For Recording the Homeschooling JourneyHomeschooling is a journey and the record of it, both visual (videos and pictures) and concrete (awards, work binders, etc.) all need to be kept in a reasonable and organised fashion. There are several ways to do this. Educating Your Family and Friends About Your Decision to Home-SchoolWhile your decision to home school is uniquely your own, it is great if you have the support of your family and friends too. Unfortunately, getting your friends and family on board can sometimes be challenging. For the uninitiated, home schooling can be a new and strange concept, even though we, as a society, have actually been home schooling for centuries. Can My Homeschooled Child Attend University?The question, “Can my homeschooled child attend University?” is a perpetual one for homeschooling parents. The fact of the matter is that yes, a homeschooled child can absolutely attend university, and some institutions even lay aside spots in their freshmen classes for homeschooled students. The Parents Guide to Surviving HomeschoolWhen it comes to homeschooling, there are lots of responsibilities. The comfort of the child in being homeschooled, the performance, the decisions and the outcomes are all dependent on the parent. Starting your kid on a homeschooling session and surviving it can take a lot of patience and endurance. Every single decision you take can affect the future of your child. So it is integral that, being the parent, you are familiar with some of the basic principles of surviving homeschool. Early Signs of PregnancyDuring pregnancy, the pregnant woman’s body goes through a lot of changes. For the woman who is actively trying to conceive, she will often watch her body like a hawk for any changes that may herald a successful conception. How to Avoid Homeschool Burnout (Part 2)So, how can you prevent burnout?
I am sure that every parent feels like tearing their hair out at some stage during their parenting “career.” And homeschool parents have a more fulltime parenting career than most. The good news is, however, that there are simple tips and tricks that will help keep these feelings of frustration to a minimum. How to Avoid Homeschool Burnout (Part 1)Like any activity that requires a certain level of commitment, homeschool students and teachers are not immune to “burnout.” What is “burnout” or being “burned out”?
It is simply the stress response you experience with what you are committed to has been perceived as more hard work than fun for an extended period of time. If it is not corrected and/or reversed before it escalates, it can result in mood disturbances, ill health, and poor decision making. Burnout is common, and can happen to almos
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