The Best Homeschooling Advice We’re going to make a bold claim: we've uncovered the single best piece of advice you need to be successful in homeschooling. So what’s the one piece of advice that applies to nearly every homeschooler? If we could offer you only one tip for homeschooling success, this would be it. Make Connections. Homeschooling thrives on connection—five kinds, in particular: 1. Parent-to-Parent Connections Build relationships with other homeschool parents. T

10 Ways to Overcome Schoolwork Resistance Moving from Conflict to Connection If you’ve homeschooled for more than a few days, you’ve...

Tips for a Smooth First Month of Homeschool Get Started on the Right Foot The beginning of the school year is full of possibilities—but...

Planning Your Homeschooling Year Simplify with a Good Plan One of the most empowering (and overwhelming) aspects of homeschooling is the...

Choosing The Right Curriculum Let’s start with a hard truth: There’s no such thing as a perfect, one-size-fits-all curriculum. By design,...

PSA filing opens August 1st Filing a Private School Affidavit (PSA) In California, families who want to homeschool independently without the support of an established charter or private school can file a Private School Affidavit (PSA) . Many families choose this option because it maximize their the freedom to create their own schedule, choose their own materials, and teach in a way that works best for their child. The PSA form tells the state that your home is now a small pri

A co-op is a group of parents who share the responsibility of teaching their kids. They come in many different forms and can be as big or...

By Carla Aoyagi - I am a veteran of this homeschooling thing. Four kids, all with different learning styles, scattered across the grade...

There are many teaching philosophies used by homeschoolers. Here we discuss some of the leading ones and give you resources to find more...