How to Homeschool Your Children in 2016

Depending upon when you decide to Homeschool your children you will have to take a different approach. For example starting from the beginning, or preschool, would be easier than taking the children out after they've already been acclimated to a school system. And the same goes for teenagers, that would be the hardest transition for your child, especially since they've known that their entire life.

Now, whether you are starting from preschool or taking your child/children out of school already you will need to take a few steps to get your child acclimated to the new 'home school' schedule. Below is a list of ideas and tips to get your started. Lets start from the beginning. Preschool.

Preschool Homeschooling for your child/children. 

Preschool has a lot do with  learning what sounds each letter makes, cognitive skills, problem solving and socializing your child/children. I know what you're thinking, how am I supposed to socialize my children at home? Well, there are a few options. When your children are that young, you can take them to the park, make play dates with other parents, and even take them to museums. The museums are also good as your child grows older, as there are activities and things to see there for all ages. 

Some times it can be difficult to get your children to listen and sit still, but letting them explore in a garden or play outside can also help with problem solving. When a child plays with blocks they're not just having fun, they're learning how to solve problems and how things work on their own, which is a good thing. It isn't until kindergarten that you have to put a little more pressure on them to begin behaving and working on projects. 

Kindergarten  Homeschooling for your child/children

Getting your children to behave during school time can be an issue, especial at such a young age. My recommendation is a rewards system. Yes, a reward for good behavior and tasks completed. When your children begins Kindergarten they start learning more book related things, such as reading recognizing numbers up to 100, understanding how a calendar works ect.

1st Grade and up Homeschooling for your /childchildren

By the time your children reach this age, by now they've adapted to some sort of routine. It is important to make sure they keep up with their studies and continue to strive. So, setting short goals is a good way to keep up their spirit and keep them learning at strong pace. Getting a certain amount of spelling accomplished, working on math, reading, ect. Breaking them up into smaller segments can help your child feel as though they are getting it accomplished faster and they don't get too bored in the meantime. Keeping your children entertained during the school hours is also important.




Different Speeds of Homeschooling your child/children

There are many children/teens that struggle with learning certain things, this could be anything from reading, writing, math, spelling, or anything else. When this happens it is extremely important to spend the extra time with them and be sure to stay calm and patient. This can be a very frustrating task for the parents/parent. But trust me, if yous tick to your guns you can get it accomplished. There is no reason to rush through learning. Some children may learn faster than others so it is important to tread the situation lately.

Keeping School fun

No matter what age your kids are when you begin to home school, it is important to keep them entertained and having fun. There are many different things you can do to make this happen. You can take them on trips around the neighborhood for science projects, examining trees, bugs, and other things. As I spoke of before, a rewards system is also a great idea. Giving them a set goal for a small prize helps with their attention and focus. Whether they're young or old, everyone loves treats, movies, trips, ice cream, a free day. There are many things you can do to reward your children. There are also many things you can do to keep things fun.


On the next post I'll be speaking of the items and things you will need when you begin Homeschooling. So, stay tuned if you want anymore information. I have plenty more posts ahead. And if you have any further questions about certain things, feel free to leave a comment. I'd be more than happy to go more into depth about this.