We Home schooled all four of our children and it paid off well , Now my Son is a Doctor and i have a daughter thats a veterinarian. The other two has started their own Businesses and doing very well.
@Michael Mikenleeds thanks for the success story with your children and homeschooling. We're starting a 7th grader for the first time. Do you have any suggested tip or curriculum that worked for you that you could pass on? We're following more of a Robinson Curriculum for the moment.
@Michael Mikenleeds thanks for the success story with your children and homeschooling. We're starting a 7th grader for the first time. Do you have any suggested tip or curriculum that worked for you that you could pass on? We're following more of a Robinson Curriculum for the moment.
I am seriously thinking about homeschooling! I'm just fed up with public school and my oldest is only in the second grade 😳 I feel like it's just going to get worse! They've already taken God out of everything! Thanks for the video, you hit on some very good points and I will definitely be looking further into this. I just want my boys to be smart, decent humans!
My son is in 2nd grade and we did. Now im able to do bible classes as well my kids. We love it. We went through a umbrella school which helped us out a lot.
Yes, that is what got me started too! I hate how God is not allowed to be spoken about, yet the kids play and talk about the demonic Ouji game and play the demon summoning “Charlie Charlie pencil game”. Totally unsafe environment. Plus now I’m high schools they have transgenders playing women’s sports and using their locker rooms. 🤦🏽♀️🤷🏻♀️
Perhaps all of you parents should investigate WHY religion(s), god(s), and public prayer(s) are not allowed in public schools. First hint: the answer is in the US Constitution's freedom of religion clause and tradition. Second hint: the concept of fairness and equality should apply to all 18 major religions and hundreds of minor religions around the nation and world. Also, please educate your children about all these other religions as well as non-religion (agnosticism, atheism, deism, humanism, etc.). It's a big world and understanding our fellow humans is important.
David Cox they never said they WOULDN'T teach their kids other worldviews. BUT as parents, they begin with teaching their children their OWN worldview. That's how families are meant to work.
Thank you so much for this video!. I am struggling to Homeschool my children. I feel overwhelmed and think that I am messing things up but this encouraged me. Thank you.
Encouragement here! Have a 29 year old that I homeschooled most of the way. His ACT score was 33. He skipped most of college, and for him it was right. He is in IT in a hospital and has worked since he was 17. Relax... curricula is good and needed, but keep in mind learning is ongoing, for life. People gave me stuff, and I used what he needed. Have fun!
@leorajs thanks for the encouragement about homeschooling. Can I ask you what curriculum worked well for your homeschool child when they were in Middle school age or higher?
We homeschooled for 12 years, and the kids are off to college and doing well. I really wish we had found Classical Conversations from the beginning. We found it in middle school and high school. I was worn out through the elementary years be re-inventing the wheel every year! I also wish we had SLOWED DOWN to enjoy it more. The days are long, but the years are short.
My hubs finally gave me his blessing last night so I’m doing all the research I can right now! We plan to start homeschooling next school year bc as of right now the kids are very happy in school. They love their teachers so I don’t want to remove them from a positive situation. I have been picking everyone’s brains and this video is so helpful!!! Thank you!!! ❤️
Wife and I are considering relocating back to my home county (Moldova) after we pay off her federal student loans, and build a home in my village (expected cost about $50k), and then homeschool. Currently looking at curriculums. The only down side is that no one home schools in my village or near by city but we intend to! So much flexibility and focus on discipleship. Can’t wait to get going on it!
Love this! I wish I understood that homeschooling is really about discipleship. We are in our 6th year, & I’ve learned a lot from you along the way. Thank you for sharing your journey.❤️
I started homeschooling today for the first time 😬I have a 4 & 2 year old boys. My mom can’t get her head around it, them not going to “school” . It was a bit frustrating at the beginning of the day (the reading part) but once we got to the arts and crafts it was great! I need to relax more. I feel like my kids sense when I’m frustrated, I know they won’t learn how to read in one day or weeks lol but hopefully i will get the hang of it soon ! Thx for the video 😘
HelloGorgeous byJenn hey there, I was just wondering how homeschool was going for you and if you’ve gotten the hang of it? I’m so nervous to start and doubtful that I can do it.
Hi Jenn before starting homeschooling do we have to let the community school know. And do we have to register the children with a school Biard? Like how do we let the town know that the kids are homeschooled not just sitting home escaping school?
@@honoratbozor7013 hello, check online for the LAWS for homeschooling in your STATE. In Ga, l had to go up to the school in person to take my children out. (You'd probably want to do that at the end of their last school year) I had to register them with the board of education two wks before the school year started. For each child registered l received a student register number. The best advice that l can give you is check with your BROAD OF EDUCATION everything you're looking for should be on their online website. Also there's a online program called k-12, it's school but it's online. Depending on your income you can qualify for a free laptop. Hopefully l was able to help you somewhat. I hope everything works out for you.
Just randomly found your channel. Definitely needed this today. This year has been crazy. I have been home schooling this year and we have loved it. Now I don't want to send my girls back to public school. This is so encouraging!
I just found this today. I think this list is great. We are starting our 3rd year of homeschooling so we are relatively new. What I didn't expect was that I would like homeschooling. We chose to pull kids out of public school because we thought God wanted us to do it and I found out that I like it! It is definitely hard at times but over all I have no regrets. I particularly like the tip, "YOU DO YOU!" The bible says that "he who compares himself to others is not wise." I find myself struggling when I start looking at what everyone else around me is doing. When in focus on God and on my family life is simple. I am still building my community. We have had a few false starts but we are building up a group of close friends.
This is all very helpful! I don’t homeschool yet but I am planning on it when our kids are school age. We just started telling our families and getting a lot of mixed reactions. You’re right. Their opinions don’t matter!
and often, (though not always) when they see your kids reading sooner than the cousins, and being more responsible and respectful, they come around. My mother in law thought I was a terrible person for homeschooling... Now she asks my advice for the cousins
Homeschool has worked for us since my daughter she is a professional ballette dancer we get to travel a lot . Homeschooling our child works for us. Thank you for sharing.
I've just decided to homeschool my 4 year old and 3 year old... and oh my gosh this video helped me so much! I've tried 3 year old kinder with my daughter for the past two years but she HATED it resulting in my decision to homeschool. After a lot of researching i am SO at peace and know God is in this with us! I'm excited, as is my daughter and son! Thank you for making this video Erica ❤️
From the South I'm considering homeschooling my 10 yr old son who's in the 5th grade now. He has been in public and online schooling and he still struggles. My son has been really struggling with medical issues and this has been his worst year and his online school is currently retaining him. Your video has been the best I have watch so far and you have answered some of the questions that have been twirling around in my mind. Thank you and I really look forward to watching your other videos and planning for a successful school year for my son.
What a great insight to homeschooling! Shared it with my daughter in laws. With all the craziness going on in the world, I keep telling them they need to consider this option. Only 3 out of the 11 grands are in public elementary, the rest are in private schools but I can’t thank you enough for portraying a true picture of the hurdles / concerns they may face if they choose homeschooling. 👍🙏😊
Great great advice! Covid has made me change my mind on public schools. We do not start till September in Texas. So before it even starts I am trying to learn so so much to make the decision on what’s best for our family.
Thanks so much for the encouraging words. This will be my first year homeschooling and I am excited. Our grands are excited as well!!! God bless all of you!!!😘😘😘
Great video. Am sharing on pinterest! So great to have internet to help with not only teaching, but also encouragement. Veteran hmschl mom of 3 boys, all who are gainfully employed. One just retired from the Navy after 20 yrs!
Amen to tip #7!! I have found a few that are staples for our family. But definitely nothing perfect for all our 6 kids all the time. Thanks for the list. Good to hear this confirmed from another veteran homeschool mom.
I homeschool my two wee girls and this is my second year. I'm so glad I have came across your channel. You have made me realise I have done right thing. Love this vidio you made. Thank you for sharing ❤️
I needed this...we have had a really hard time getting into a fresh school year this year. This is our 4th year homeschooling and my tip for everyone? Coffee or tea.....lots and lots of coffee or tea :p :)
Love this!! Yes! Agreed with all of this. Ive homeschooled my kiddos for years but this year I sent them to a small private Christian School so that I can get my health back on track m they love the school which I'm thankful for but I don't love that the teachers think my kids are behind because I didn't teach them anything which is definitely the vibe I got from them the other night at parent teacher conference. 🙄 Ah well. They are very bright kids who learned alot from me and will learn alot from them too!
I just want to say thank you! I love your website and your videos. You are so encouraging and helpful. And a lovely soul on top of it all. Thank you for all you do for the homeschool community!
I’m so refreshed to see this video was so positive I’m sorry for kind of assuming it would have a little negativity. Thank you for making videos people like you help educate parents on the subject and it inspires me so much all the more reason to homeschool when my son turns 4❤️
I’ve been a home school Mum for nearly two months and I’m doing horribly. We had to do distance learning with his school but I had to pull him out because it was massively impacting his mental health. I’m a bit stuck since I’m disabled, and due to my health, I can’t leave the property most of the year. How do I be creative with a nearly 11 year old? He has passion subjects that are home ex (baking and cooking) and I’ve realised how happy he is when he’s being creative with his hands so he’s doing some awesome stuff. He finds text books better and hates any online programs with a passion. Some days I have to be on the couch and nap. What can I do to feel less horrible as a teacher and Mum and human? I’m constantly trying new things but we have to legally do maths and English and science. Science we can cover with his passion subjects. But he has to do some specific things or I’m in the crap with our home Ed department. I’m at a bit of a loss of what to do.
Sounds like you might be in UK or Australia (since you said Mum and maths...)? Sounds like you are doing okay. He has interests you ca capitalize on. Could he make a 'cooking for kids' vid? Perhaps there is someone who could be a tutor? With an older child, they may have to get math by doing something like woodworking, or at least as part of that. Is he mature enough to understand that he must live up to state standards? Find out what they are and lay it out for him. He may come up with a solution!
Such great advice Erica! I knew about #1, and I was so happy about that discount, it really came in handy. Looking forward to another quilting tutorial when you get the chance. :)
Thank you so much for making this video. I just started my homeschooling journey with my preschooler and have no idea where to start. Your tips helped give me a realistic and less stressed outlook on it. Number 1 is so so so so important for me to remember so thank you. BTW I love your channel and content! I look forward to seeing more videos from you 😀
Hi Jessica! Erica has an amazing preschool curriculum! I did it with my 2 kiddos and I highly recommend it. Very engaging and encourages bonding and fun in learning. :)
Thanks! Yes, you can find my curriculum here: store.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/ And I have a video review of it here: th-cam.com/video/ZNOa5HJcQ28/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for all your encourage words. We will be starting in August with our son Homeschooling for the first time and all you said it's really value ... I need to Know more about it and also what store gives discount If we are teaching from home. Do you have a list or something? Thank you so much😁 Have a beautiful day.
Just ask at different stores. JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts give a discount, for ex. Call around and ask. You can say you are a private school teacher. Give your homeschool a name, like 'Your Last Name Academy'. It's an adventure! I just did a search using the term 'store discounts for homeschoolers' and you will get a lot of hits.
These are valuable tips that every parent should know 🥰 We would love to partner with you! Learning a new language can bring a great set of new tips to share😄
Man I just don’t know if I have the discipline to do it....I have wanted to but I feel burnt out from childcare and having to do both I don’t know if I can do it 😔
You are great ! Thank you so much for your tips! "Get To the POINT!" is what I love love about your videos. Oh My word you answered one of my BIG questions.WHERE SHOULD I TEACH? living room? buying desks for all the kids? where? where ?.
I am homeschooling my daughter best choice you can ever make for your child. Look at the positive side you won't have to deal with bullying situation or having to worry if your child has a friend that's a bad influence or dealing with lazy teachers that don't do the teaching job right and blaming it all on the kids.
I work and my wife stays home. I have a 5 1/2 , 3yr, and a 10month old. All boys. I wanted to know if you had help with? ( In laws, parents, friends) or did you do it by yourself? My wife will definitely be the primary instructor but it is tough at this age. So I'm looking for tip on how to manage all there. And also tips for discipline. I don't to fuss our yell but we're kinda struggling with discipline. Any tips will be great appreciated. Thank you! God bless!
Hi! I don't have any in-house help, but my mom is my virtual assistant, so she helps me with my business admin stuff :) My husband works from home, but he's pretty busy, so it's mostly me teaching.
Hey same boat but I have 7 kids I'll be winging this on my own :( but I'll love the freedom to travel on off season than when the schools are off . I'm hoping this works out for you and me both I have no family or friends so 100% on my own but I tend to go against the grain with everything I do so heres to another breaking the normal going to physical school campus :)
Hi - Are you considering homeschooling? I am doing some research on documentary series for a major network and am interesting in learning more about people considering homeschooling their child. Would you be willing to speak with me? I can send you more details via email if you like.
Hi - Are you considering homeschooling? I am doing some research on documentary series for a major network and am interesting in learning more about people considering homeschooling their child. Would you be willing to speak with me? I can send you more details via email if you like.
Question do you think there will be more districts over reaching on the parents intent to homeschool. I’m new to this field. I joined some home schooling groups. And hearing about a lot of over reach. Makes me upset and sad.
Ok I'm 13 and I'm so lost. I want to be homeschooled by my mom. As a program I want to use khan academy. Yet it's not a a credible school? She doesn't understand and wont listen to me. What do we need to homeschool me?
If you ask your school counselor they can help you set up. Khan academy is not an online school website, if u ask ur counselor they will tell u the website
I have suggestions for each grade level on my website here to help give you a starting point. It doesn't have to be expensive and I also have a post on homeschooling on a budget you can look up as well. www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/help-by-grade-level
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We Home schooled all four of our children and it paid off well , Now my Son is a Doctor and i have a daughter thats a veterinarian. The other two has started their own Businesses and doing very well.
That's great!! Thanks for sharing! :)
May God continue to protect and bless your family. ♥️
Michael Mikenleeds awesome!
@Michael Mikenleeds thanks for the success story with your children and homeschooling. We're starting a 7th grader for the first time. Do you have any suggested tip or curriculum that worked for you that you could pass on?
We're following more of a Robinson Curriculum for the moment.
@Michael Mikenleeds thanks for the success story with your children and homeschooling. We're starting a 7th grader for the first time. Do you have any suggested tip or curriculum that worked for you that you could pass on?
We're following more of a Robinson Curriculum for the moment.
I am seriously thinking about homeschooling! I'm just fed up with public school and my oldest is only in the second grade 😳 I feel like it's just going to get worse! They've already taken God out of everything! Thanks for the video, you hit on some very good points and I will definitely be looking further into this. I just want my boys to be smart, decent humans!
My son is in 2nd grade and we did. Now im able to do bible classes as well my kids. We love it. We went through a umbrella school which helped us out a lot.
Yes, that is what got me started too!
I hate how God is not allowed to be spoken about, yet the kids play and talk about the demonic Ouji game and play the demon summoning “Charlie Charlie pencil game”.
Totally unsafe environment.
Plus now I’m high schools they have transgenders playing women’s sports and using their locker rooms.
🤦🏽♀️🤷🏻♀️
Perhaps all of you parents should investigate WHY religion(s), god(s), and public prayer(s) are not allowed in public schools. First hint: the answer is in the US Constitution's freedom of religion clause and tradition. Second hint: the concept of fairness and equality should apply to all 18 major religions and hundreds of minor religions around the nation and world. Also, please educate your children about all these other religions as well as non-religion (agnosticism, atheism, deism, humanism, etc.). It's a big world and understanding our fellow humans is important.
Note ToSelf why not send the too a religious school?
David Cox they never said they WOULDN'T teach their kids other worldviews. BUT as parents, they begin with teaching their children their OWN worldview. That's how families are meant to work.
Thank you so much for this video!. I am struggling to Homeschool my children. I feel overwhelmed and think that I am messing things up but this encouraged me. Thank you.
Encouragement here! Have a 29 year old that I homeschooled most of the way. His ACT score was 33. He skipped most of college, and for him it was right. He is in IT in a hospital and has worked since he was 17. Relax... curricula is good and needed, but keep in mind learning is ongoing, for life. People gave me stuff, and I used what he needed. Have fun!
Love the tips in this post... spot on!
Thank you for sharing!!!
So true
@leorajs thanks for the encouragement about homeschooling. Can I ask you what curriculum worked well for your homeschool child when they were in Middle school age or higher?
Love the tips
We homeschooled for 12 years, and the kids are off to college and doing well. I really wish we had found Classical Conversations from the beginning. We found it in middle school and high school. I was worn out through the elementary years be re-inventing the wheel every year! I also wish we had SLOWED DOWN to enjoy it more. The days are long, but the years are short.
Surround yourself with positive people, and it is God's opinion that matters!!!! SO true!!! :)
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My hubs finally gave me his blessing last night so I’m doing all the research I can right now! We plan to start homeschooling next school year bc as of right now the kids are very happy in school. They love their teachers so I don’t want to remove them from a positive situation. I have been picking everyone’s brains and this video is so helpful!!! Thank you!!! ❤️
Wife and I are considering relocating back to my home county (Moldova) after we pay off her federal student loans, and build a home in my village (expected cost about $50k), and then homeschool. Currently looking at curriculums. The only down side is that no one home schools in my village or near by city but we intend to! So much flexibility and focus on discipleship. Can’t wait to get going on it!
Love this! I wish I understood that homeschooling is really about discipleship.
We are in our 6th year, & I’ve learned a lot from you along the way. Thank you for sharing your journey.❤️
I started homeschooling today for the first time 😬I have a 4 & 2 year old boys. My mom can’t get her head around it, them not going to “school” . It was a bit frustrating at the beginning of the day (the reading part) but once we got to the arts and crafts it was great! I need to relax more. I feel like my kids sense when I’m frustrated, I know they won’t learn how to read in one day or weeks lol but hopefully i will get the hang of it soon ! Thx for the video 😘
my older brother told my family that I took my kids out of school and he think I'm a horrible crazy mom for doing what im doing...
you are not alone.
I have 3 boys, 15, 4, & 2. We started Sept. 4! I get questioned, looks... just ignore it and press toward the mark!
HelloGorgeous byJenn hey there, I was just wondering how homeschool was going for you and if you’ve gotten the hang of it? I’m so nervous to start and doubtful that I can do it.
Hi Jenn before starting homeschooling do we have to let the community school know. And do we have to register the children with a school Biard? Like how do we let the town know that the kids are homeschooled not just sitting home escaping school?
@@honoratbozor7013 hello, check online for the LAWS for homeschooling in your STATE. In Ga, l had to go up to the school in person to take my children out. (You'd probably want to do that at the end of their last school year) I had to register them with the board of education two wks before the school year started. For each child registered l received a student register number. The best advice that l can give you is check with your BROAD OF EDUCATION everything you're looking for should be on their online website. Also there's a online program called k-12, it's school but it's online. Depending on your income you can qualify for a free laptop. Hopefully l was able to help you somewhat. I hope everything works out for you.
Just randomly found your channel. Definitely needed this today. This year has been crazy. I have been home schooling this year and we have loved it. Now I don't want to send my girls back to public school. This is so encouraging!
I feel the same. My kid requested to stay homeschooling going forward so we are moving forward with it
I just found this today. I think this list is great. We are starting our 3rd year of homeschooling so we are relatively new. What I didn't expect was that I would like homeschooling. We chose to pull kids out of public school because we thought God wanted us to do it and I found out that I like it! It is definitely hard at times but over all I have no regrets.
I particularly like the tip, "YOU DO YOU!" The bible says that "he who compares himself to others is not wise." I find myself struggling when I start looking at what everyone else around me is doing. When in focus on God and on my family life is simple.
I am still building my community. We have had a few false starts but we are building up a group of close friends.
Sounds like you are having a great adventure! A support group really helps.
This is all very helpful! I don’t homeschool yet but I am planning on it when our kids are school age. We just started telling our families and getting a lot of mixed reactions. You’re right. Their opinions don’t matter!
and often, (though not always) when they see your kids reading sooner than the cousins, and being more responsible and respectful, they come around. My mother in law thought I was a terrible person for homeschooling... Now she asks my advice for the cousins
Homeschool has worked for us since my daughter she is a professional ballette dancer we get to travel a lot . Homeschooling our child works for us. Thank you for sharing.
I've just decided to homeschool my 4 year old and 3 year old... and oh my gosh this video helped me so much! I've tried 3 year old kinder with my daughter for the past two years but she HATED it resulting in my decision to homeschool. After a lot of researching i am SO at peace and know God is in this with us! I'm excited, as is my daughter and son! Thank you for making this video Erica ❤️
From the South
I'm considering homeschooling my 10 yr old son who's in the 5th grade now. He has been in public and online schooling and he still struggles. My son has been really struggling with medical issues and this has been his worst year and his online school is currently retaining him. Your video has been the best I have watch so far and you have answered some of the questions that have been twirling around in my mind. Thank you and I really look forward to watching your other videos and planning for a successful school year for my son.
Home school may be the best thing for him. Children need affirmation, support and love while they learn and grow.
What a great insight to homeschooling! Shared it with my daughter in laws. With all the craziness going on in the world, I keep telling them they need to consider this option. Only 3 out of the 11 grands are in public elementary, the rest are in private schools but I can’t thank you enough for portraying a true picture of the hurdles / concerns they may face if they choose homeschooling. 👍🙏😊
Keep up the good work. Raising a family is a big job, remember "the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world." Go MOM
Great great advice! Covid has made me change my mind on public schools. We do not start till September in Texas. So before it even starts I am trying to learn so so much to make the decision on what’s best for our family.
It’s our first day in 1st grade via virtual learning, I’m already frustrated. I’m seriously considering homeschooling
Thanks so much for the encouraging words. This will be my first year homeschooling and I am excited. Our grands are excited as well!!! God bless all of you!!!😘😘😘
Great video. Am sharing on pinterest! So great to have internet to help with not only teaching, but also encouragement. Veteran hmschl mom of 3 boys, all who are gainfully employed. One just retired from the Navy after 20 yrs!
This is my first year homeschooling. This was great info. Ive already learned a few things.
Thank you for this. This is our first year and was about to panic while going through curriculum. Feel encouraged and getting back to it!
Amen to tip #7!! I have found a few that are staples for our family. But definitely nothing perfect for all our 6 kids all the time. Thanks for the list. Good to hear this confirmed from another veteran homeschool mom.
Thank you so much, I loved your input. I have 4 boys exactly your kids ages! So it encouraged me anew. Been at it 6 years and not looking back.
This was an awesome video! It was all so positive! I feel empowered about my decision to possibly homeschool. Thank you so much!
I homeschool my two wee girls and this is my second year. I'm so glad I have came across your channel. You have made me realise I have done right thing. Love this vidio you made. Thank you for sharing ❤️
I needed this...we have had a really hard time getting into a fresh school year this year. This is our 4th year homeschooling and my tip for everyone? Coffee or tea.....lots and lots of coffee or tea :p :)
Home schooling is a worthwhile investment. I home schooled 4 children for eight years.
Thank you for this video! New to this chapter and overwhelmed, love your positivity.
Love this!! Yes! Agreed with all of this. Ive homeschooled my kiddos for years but this year I sent them to a small private Christian School so that I can get my health back on track m they love the school which I'm thankful for but I don't love that the teachers think my kids are behind because I didn't teach them anything which is definitely the vibe I got from them the other night at parent teacher conference. 🙄 Ah well. They are very bright kids who learned alot from me and will learn alot from them too!
I just want to say thank you! I love your website and your videos. You are so encouraging and helpful. And a lovely soul on top of it all. Thank you for all you do for the homeschool community!
Thank you for this information, I’m currently discerning how and why to homeschool
I’m so refreshed to see this video was so positive I’m sorry for kind of assuming it would have a little negativity. Thank you for making videos people like you help educate parents on the subject and it inspires me so much all the more reason to homeschool when my son turns 4❤️
This was sooooooooo helpful!! Thank you so so so much! I LOVE your spirit and heart! God bless you guys!
Great video! We have kiddies as well and I do truly enjoy this homeschooling journey! I also enjoy the resources you share
Great tips! I especially love Tip #1! We have some family members who are naysayers. Thanks for this video! 💕
I’ve been a home school Mum for nearly two months and I’m doing horribly. We had to do distance learning with his school but I had to pull him out because it was massively impacting his mental health. I’m a bit stuck since I’m disabled, and due to my health, I can’t leave the property most of the year. How do I be creative with a nearly 11 year old? He has passion subjects that are home ex (baking and cooking) and I’ve realised how happy he is when he’s being creative with his hands so he’s doing some awesome stuff. He finds text books better and hates any online programs with a passion. Some days I have to be on the couch and nap. What can I do to feel less horrible as a teacher and Mum and human? I’m constantly trying new things but we have to legally do maths and English and science. Science we can cover with his passion subjects. But he has to do some specific things or I’m in the crap with our home Ed department. I’m at a bit of a loss of what to do.
Sounds like you might be in UK or Australia (since you said Mum and maths...)? Sounds like you are doing okay. He has interests you ca capitalize on. Could he make a 'cooking for kids' vid? Perhaps there is someone who could be a tutor? With an older child, they may have to get math by doing something like woodworking, or at least as part of that. Is he mature enough to understand that he must live up to state standards? Find out what they are and lay it out for him. He may come up with a solution!
Thank you, thank you! So helpful! Fellow homeschool mama here of three boys! Going on my 7th year of homeschooling and I am still learning! 💜
What program are you using?
I always enjoy your homeschooling videos and often recommend your channel to others who ask me about homeschooling.
We’re in our second year, and today I really needed to hear all these tips. Thank you 🙂
I just have to compliment you on your ability to give so much information in such a short video. This is not easy to do!
Such great advice Erica! I knew about #1, and I was so happy about that discount, it really came in handy.
Looking forward to another quilting tutorial when you get the chance. :)
Love the tips!! Thank you for sharing, I am beginning the home schooling journey and I'm looking forward to it.
We really enjoy being an active participants in learning. Have fun and enjoy the adenture!
Thank you for tip #1. I needed to hear that. 🥰
Just found your channel! Thank you for this video! We just started 5 days ago and we’re deschooling. It feels so unnatural. I’m ready for a schedule
WOW thank you for sharing! I wasn't aware of all of these! love the count down by the way! Have a blessed weekend!
Great video! I teach online courses (leadership, motivation, conflict, etc.), and this space can be a tough to navigate. Great job!
Great video presentation Erica!
A really nice video my Daughter will be homeschooled next year and I feel very unprepared.😀
Cyrille Macadaeg same
How is it working for you all?
Thank you so much for your videos! I’ve watched you for years and you are always an inspiration 😊 Love your hair today too! ❤️
Ok thanks I'm happy to have found this video. You mentioned everything that I truly needed to hear. I just started this year.
Great video! Gave me a nice insight on what I want to teach my kids!
Thank you so much for making this video. I just started my homeschooling journey with my preschooler and have no idea where to start. Your tips helped give me a realistic and less stressed outlook on it. Number 1 is so so so so important for me to remember so thank you. BTW I love your channel and content! I look forward to seeing more videos from you 😀
Hi Jessica! Erica has an amazing preschool curriculum! I did it with my 2 kiddos and I highly recommend it. Very engaging and encourages bonding and fun in learning. :)
ALiNa THANK YOU! I appreciate you telling me that! I'm going to have to go binge watch now so I can figure this out 😀 thank you!
Thanks! Yes, you can find my curriculum here:
store.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/
And I have a video review of it here:
th-cam.com/video/ZNOa5HJcQ28/w-d-xo.html
I started today! We will get better 🙌🏻
Erica Arndt thank you so much!
Thanks so much for this! Your homeschool videos are helpful and encouraging!
Thanks for all your encourage words. We will be starting in August with our son Homeschooling for the first time and all you said it's really value ... I need to Know more about it and also what store gives discount If we are teaching from home. Do you have a list or something? Thank you so much😁
Have a beautiful day.
Just ask at different stores. JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts give a discount, for ex. Call around and ask. You can say you are a private school teacher. Give your homeschool a name, like 'Your Last Name Academy'. It's an adventure! I just did a search using the term 'store discounts for homeschoolers' and you will get a lot of hits.
These are valuable tips that every parent should know 🥰
We would love to partner with you!
Learning a new language can bring a great set of new tips to share😄
This is AWESOME!!! Thank you so much for this video!
Man I just don’t know if I have the discipline to do it....I have wanted to but I feel burnt out from childcare and having to do both I don’t know if I can do it 😔
Thank you so much for this video and your wonderful words!
You are great ! Thank you so much for your tips! "Get To the POINT!" is what I love love about your videos. Oh My word you answered one of my BIG questions.WHERE SHOULD I TEACH? living room? buying desks for all the kids? where? where ?.
I love Tip #1!. You are awesome Erica!! ❤
Great video! 💓 Thank you for the tips and encouragement! #1 made me 😢
Such an awesome video!!! This is our 6th year homeschooling and your points are all things I have learned and are continually learning😉
I absolutely did not know homeschooling mom/teachers could get discounts. What?!
Thank you!! Very encouraging!!
Thanks 🙏 so much!
Thanks Erica. I appreciate this
BE FLEXIBLE!!
Great suggestions. Thanks for the video.
#1 😭😭😭 I can’t even start because of what people might think and what might happen to the kids. 😞 I need to decide.
I am homeschooling my daughter best choice you can ever make for your child. Look at the positive side you won't have to deal with bullying situation or having to worry if your child has a friend that's a bad influence or dealing with lazy teachers that don't do the teaching job right and blaming it all on the kids.
I appreciated this so much thank you
Perfect advice:Less is more!
Loved this so much. Thank you!!!!
Very helpful video
Thank you!
Thank you 🤗
Great info! Thanks!
Thank You!
I work and my wife stays home. I have a 5 1/2 , 3yr, and a 10month old. All boys. I wanted to know if you had help with? ( In laws, parents, friends) or did you do it by yourself?
My wife will definitely be the primary instructor but it is tough at this age. So I'm looking for tip on how to manage all there. And also tips for discipline. I don't to fuss our yell but we're kinda struggling with discipline. Any tips will be great appreciated.
Thank you! God bless!
Hi! I don't have any in-house help, but my mom is my virtual assistant, so she helps me with my business admin stuff :) My husband works from home, but he's pretty busy, so it's mostly me teaching.
Hey same boat but I have 7 kids I'll be winging this on my own :( but I'll love the freedom to travel on off season than when the schools are off . I'm hoping this works out for you and me both I have no family or friends so 100% on my own but I tend to go against the grain with everything I do so heres to another breaking the normal going to physical school campus :)
#1 is my favorite. God bless your family!!!!
Love your channel!! Thank you.
Thank you for this video! It’s very useful tips!
Hi - Are you considering homeschooling? I am doing some research on documentary series for a major network and am interesting in learning more about people considering homeschooling their child. Would you be willing to speak with me? I can send you more details via email if you like.
Erica thank you for your encouraging video!
Hi - Are you considering homeschooling? I am doing some research on documentary series for a major network and am interesting in learning more about people considering homeschooling their child. Would you be willing to speak with me? I can send you more details via email if you like.
Thank You 🙏🏾 so much for this. 😊
Question do you think there will be more districts over reaching on the parents intent to homeschool. I’m new to this field. I joined some home schooling groups. And hearing about a lot of over reach. Makes me upset and sad.
Very nice
God bless you this was much appreciated
Ok I'm 13 and I'm so lost. I want to be homeschooled by my mom. As a program I want to use khan academy. Yet it's not a a credible school? She doesn't understand and wont listen to me. What do we need to homeschool me?
If you ask your school counselor they can help you set up. Khan academy is not an online school website, if u ask ur counselor they will tell u the website
Great list! I’m not signed up anywhere as a “teacher” but I need to get on that!! 😀
Thanks for sharing
Still wondering how this is possible in our developing countries.
Thank you!@! Appreciate
Thank-you Erica for the reminder to be flexible :-)
I would like to start this year for my grade 5 daughter .I like the books that you used for teaching them how can i have those books
Thank you!!
LOVE tip #1 🙏❤️
Where do I even start ? It’s so expensive I need help to find where to even start ? I got an elementary child & middle school children?
I have suggestions for each grade level on my website here to help give you a starting point. It doesn't have to be expensive and I also have a post on homeschooling on a budget you can look up as well. www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/help-by-grade-level
What curriculum do you use? Online? Or your own?
You can see all of our curriculum here: www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/tag/our-curriculum