More and more parents in Iowa are joining the millions of homeschooling families in the United States who have chosen to provide a home education for their children. Here you'll find everything you need to successfully home educate your children at home, including information on homeschooling methods, support groups, local and state events, online resources, and much, much more.
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Standardization of our educational systems is apt to stamp out individualism and defeat the very ends of education by leveling the product down rather than up. |
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- Harvey Cushing |
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Fly Lady |
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If you are suffering from CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome), then this is the place for you. Start with Babysteps and learn to set up routines, get rid of clutter, and put your home and life in order. Once you join up with the Fly Lady, you'll receive daily emails filled with FLYing Lessons to guide you through the organization maze. |
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Classical Review |
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This is a list for homeschooling mothers; specifically those using Charlotte Mason's approach, to broaden their knowledge and horizons by reading some of the classic books that Charlotte Mason recommended and by listening to classical music. |
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Funschooling Unit Study Archives |
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Lots of free unit studies written by Karen Caroe. You'll find literature- and science-based unit studies, studies on holidays and more. |
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Starting a Homeschool Cooperative |
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Marsha Ransom |
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Many homeschoolers have found that involvement with a homeschool cooperative enhances their homeschooling experience. Some children thrive with the small group experience, so enrolling them in some group activities and classes will nurture that need. Keeping classes and activities small enables families to reap the benefits of the classroom setting with none of the drawbacks. Volunteers can serve as helpers and aides, keeping the ratio of student to adult low, as recommended by educational research. This article discusses some tips for starting a homeschool cooperative.
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Homeschool Co-operatives and Support Groups |
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Little Bears Family Homeschool |
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A discussion of the advantages and potential problems of participating and running a co-op. Written from the perspective of a UK homeschooling parent. |
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