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449 | Deep Work: Learning Focus in a World of Distraction (Janice Campbell) | REPLAY
Life can be so busy that it's hard to focus on the things that really matter. Although Cal Newport's book, Deep Work, isn't written specifically for homeschooling families, his ideas are surprisingly compatible with Charlotte Mason's philosophy of education, and can help you discover ways to create focused, peaceful, and productive habits in every area of life.
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445 | Seven Things I Wish I'd Known About Homeschooling (Janice Campbell) | REPLAY
Whether you're just getting started or have been schooling for a while, there are a few basic things to know that might make your life easier. When I started homeschooling, I was lucky enough to have done enough reading and non-traditional learning so I knew that the "school-at-home" model wasn't what we wanted. That helped. However, I started out expecting that I'd be able to make perfect plans and schedules and keep exactly on track every year. As you might guess, that was — well, let's just say that it was overly optimistic. Here are a few of the things I wish I'd known — I hope they help you!
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469 | Homeschool Mom Burnout: Are You Unappreciated or Overdoing It? (Jennifer Cabrera) | REPLAY
Have you ever begrudged your family for under-appreciating your homeschool efforts? If so, you then probably felt guilty for feeling neglected. For the love of homeschooling and our families, we do all we can to show it. Having these thoughts and emotions could be homeschool burnout. Or could you be overdoing it and wearing out your audience?
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From the Blog
Is it Possible to Homeschool on A Budget?
Many families are hesitant to take up homeschooling simply because they view the option as very expensive. It’s true that some people spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on homeschooling, but it is possible to homeschool on a budget?
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Debunking Myths About Homeschooling
Homeschooling is actually an excellent way to educate your child. However, even though many families homeschool, there are still numerous myths about homeschooling that can often cloud the concept of homeschooling.
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How to Create Winning Lesson Plans for Homeschooling
Once you’ve assembled your curriculum for the year, as well as any resources and online programs you’ll be supplementing with, you’ll be ready to get a solid plan and, lesson plans for homeschooling, prepared for the school year. Even if your plan is loose, or you intend to utilize Unschooling or child-led learning, it’s still a plan, and you can make the most of it.
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