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Homeschooling

Homeschooling 2010

8.30.10
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I’m inherently an unschooler, and feel completely confident in that philosophy. But my recent exposure to some wonderful books and programs and inspiring friends has lit a fire in me. Additionally, my son has asked me to do more “school” with him. (Excuse me while I pause and revel in the fact that I’m raising a child who loves to learn…)

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12.5.09
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That kind of “crap” would get you detention (at a minimum) in any school. But I was thrilled that these homeschooled students were taking the next step, testing the limits and making a connection.

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Five Kindergarten Math Resources

6.18.09

Did you know that in 1992 Mattel released Teen Talk Barbie who spoke a number of phrases including “Math class is tough!”? Well, that doll was recalled and we all now know from Danica McKellar that math is neither tough, nor does it suck. Start your little math-lovers early with these kindergarten math resources.

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Homeschool Science: Capillary Action in Plants

2.25.09

My son is studying biology this session in his homeschool co-op science class. I’m really not a science person and particularly not a biology person. Hated it in high school and had to take it twice to pass in college. Luckily, my husband loves science and has this baffling ability to remember everything he learned [...]

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Sharing Opinions on Homeschooling and Politics

1.31.09

I’ve tried unsuccessfully for the past three days to post a comment on the Momversations post, “Homeschool: Good or Bad?” So I’m going to post my comment here, cuz I kinda like what I have to say. I always have to laugh when I hear people debating whether parents are “qualified” to teach their kids. [...]

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The 117th Carnival of Homeschooling

3.25.08

The Carnival of Homeschooling highlights many homeschooling blog posts from around the web.

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Who Do Homeschooling Parents Think They Are?

2.15.08

There is an interesting discussion going on at the Asbury Park Press web site about the pros and cons of homeschooling. This is one of my favorite comments (and in case you don’t catch it, this is sarcasm): TANSTAAFL2: I don’t know who these parents think they are. You would think they might leave the [...]

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Ron Paul on Homeschooling

1.10.08

Ron Paul on Homeschooling…

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