Sadly, one of the barriers holding many parents back from homeschooling is the fear of being unqualified to teach their children. Worries about not having a teaching degree, not being smart enough, or not being able to compete with teachers in the traditional school system can easily seep into...
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In one of the most famous allegories of all time, the ancient Greek philosopher Plato tells the story of a cave where people are both blinded and bound. Each captive has a fire behind them and can see flickering shadows on the walls. But one day, a man takes...
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Have you ever wondered whether homeschoolers can earn dual enrollment? Or whether your student can earn an undergraduate college degree while being homeschooled? Or whether you, as your child’s parent-teacher, can earn a college degree while homeschooling? Well, Classical Conversations Plus (CC Plus) checks all the above and more...
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Congrats, you made it through a whole year of homeschooling! Although a summer full of absolutely nothing may sound ideal to you right now, soon you may need to figure out something to do with your student to keep busy this summer (crazy as that might sound!). How to...
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If there is a question that just begs for both a “yes” and a “no” answer, it is this: will classical education get your child a job? Can Your Homeschool Student Find a Good Job? We homeschool parents worry about our children’s future. We want them to be successful...
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Whether this is your first or twelfth semester of homeschooling, congratulations! You’ve made it to May. The end is in sight, and you and your family will soon be able to take a well-deserved breather. End Your Homeschool Semester Well As you finish up your school year these next...
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The first Thursday of May is recognized in the United States as our National Day of Prayer. The day is generally intended as a time to pray for the nation, the government, and our political leaders. Still, many consider this observance a time to reflect, pray for a variety...
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If you’re tired, know that you’re not alone. Veteran homeschooler Jennifer Courtney offers these words of encouragement to weary moms: Finding Encouragement in a Season of Fatigue Dear tired mamas, This is a hard time of year, especially for homeschool moms of teenagers. Believe me, I know. After twelve...
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Do you know a homeschool family who just never stops? As May or June come around each year — when other families are exhausted and about to burn out — this family keeps marching along through the summer, homeschooling year-round. Perhaps families who homeschool year-round cause you to consider...
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Each year, homeschool conventions invite companies, colleges, and other educational resource providers to exhibit in locations across states and countries. While homeschool conventions have been a staple of the homeschooling journey in the past, you might be wondering if they are necessary anymore in the modern world. After all,...
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Standardized tests come in a variety of forms. From the SAT to ACT to AP to CLEP, it’s understandable to be confused by all these different acronyms, what they mean, and which your student should take. Here, we will clear up any confusion about two of these standardized tests...
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What are the best books for homeschooling parents? In this blog post, decades-long homeschooler and bibliovore Laura Kooistra shares her top ten! The 10 Best Books for Homeschooling Parents Like a kid in a candy shop, I was gathering to-be-read (TBR) titles of the best homeschooling books as fast...
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