I agree with everything here. I enjoyed homeschooling grades 1-3 mostly at home with a few enrichment activities outside the house. A slower, manageable schedule worked for us and helped lay the groundwork for consistency. But now that my boys are older (grades 3 and 5) we are finding that we want more community, friends, mentors, and teachers. I have heard that need increases as kids mature and individuate.
As I am considering homeschooling my 4 year old- I appreciate this information.
My takeaway is this part "Every single parent said they leaned on community:
Co-ops, libraries, mentors, nature groups, dual enrollment, tutors, grandparents, online classes, workshops, hybrid schools, apprenticeships".
I know I will need alot of help!! I'm learning as I go. Thank you for sharing.
What wonderful takeaways, Claire! You are a gift to homeschooling families! ♥️
Wonderful takeaways, Claire!
I agree with everything here. I enjoyed homeschooling grades 1-3 mostly at home with a few enrichment activities outside the house. A slower, manageable schedule worked for us and helped lay the groundwork for consistency. But now that my boys are older (grades 3 and 5) we are finding that we want more community, friends, mentors, and teachers. I have heard that need increases as kids mature and individuate.
This matches my experience too.