First Steps........a lot of Questions

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First Steps........a lot of Questions

Postby Solwulo » Fri Dec 03, 2010 1:23 pm

Hello

I do not know a lot about homeschooling.

I live in small village in Honduras a place where i dont even consider send my kid to a public school.


My questions are where do i Start?

there is a lot of Information out of homeschooling but i don't know where to begin.

there are many curriculums but wich one is the right.

I thinking a lot in starting early but when exactly?
and what method should i use?


thanks for any tips

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Postby hscoach » Fri Dec 03, 2010 9:18 pm

Here is a link that should be helpful. It describes the different methods of homeschooling. If you can't decide on just one, then you will be considered an eclectic homeschooler. That means you combine several methods. (and that is fine!)

http://www.successful-homeschooling.com ... thods.html

When to start? It is just an individual decision. I believe when children are younger, they need lots of time to just play and use their imagination. I don't think they should be required to do tons of writing and sit still for long periods of time. You can do more 'hands on' activities, which can make school fun. I began teaching my children to read around age 5, but only if they are truly ready. Some kids are not ready until much older. When a child is in kindergarten (around age 5 or 6), their school work should not take very long to accomplish each day. It can be quite simple.

As far as curriculum, I would recommend that you read some reviews before making a decision. Here are some links where you can do that.

http://www.cathyduffyreviews.com/

http://www.homeschoolreviews.com/

When you first start homeschooling, it can be overwhelming. The more you read about everything, the more you will understand. Soon you will feel confident. You will figure out which method and curriculum is right for your child. Best wishes.

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Postby Solwulo » Sat Dec 04, 2010 8:10 am

thanks
did find some helpfull reading in there

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A great place to start

Postby alwayshomeschooling » Tue Dec 07, 2010 9:16 am

Bridgeway Academy works with International Homeschoolers. Check out the site here. http://www.bridgewayacademy.com.

You can also register for the Getting Started webinar, which you can view from anywhere in the world. Very helpful with information on homeschooling, where to start and what questions to ask. To sign up for December 7th, click here. https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/844871608
Jessica L. Parnell is a homeschool consultant, evaluator, and principal of Bridgeway Homeschool Academy, an international homeschool academy, that has been serving the homeschool community since 1989. Visit jessica-parnell.com my personal blog.

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I am in the same boat.

Postby Early Childhood Education » Tue Dec 07, 2010 7:27 pm

I lived in Namibia and had a few problems with the schooling systems there, thus I started home schooling my daughter and found the info under the links you posted very helpful!

http://www.successful-homeschooling.com ... thods.html

Thanks a million for all the great support on this forum!
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