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    How To Homeschool Your Child

    Now that you have decided that homeschooling is the way to educate
    your child, get ready for the ecstasy and the anxiety - the road
    ahead is a bit bumpy, but the rewards more than make up for it.
    Producing a well-adjusted and well-rounded personality is no mean
    achievement.

    First of all, it is important to check out your state laws on home
    schooling. Some states need an affidavit filed with the State's
    education department. There are basically 3 categories for
    homeschooling laws. These are: private school laws, home education
    laws and equivalency laws. Find your state laws. You may also need
    to maintain a portfolio that records the child's educational
    progress. It is important to look into the legal requirements
    BEFORE you start homeschooling. Some States also stipulate a
    minimum educational qualification for the parent or teacher.

    Next, look for a support group. If you live in a friendly or
    curious neighborhood, well-meaning friends will try to dissuade
    you. At the very least, they may put a lot of uneasy questions in
    your mind. A support group that consists of like-minded people
    will insulate you from the criticism, pressures and questions of
    regular school-goers. Many groups organize fun events like visits
    to the zoo, museum, tours to the ice cream shops etc. And if your
    children hit it off with other homeschoolers, they will be able to
    build lasting relationships that do not fade when their friends
    change schools. These groups provide an important avenue for
    socialization.

    The next important thing to do is to select a curriculum.
    Depending upon the method of homeschooling, you may choose various
    tools that aid you in this process. The internet is also a rich
    resource for homeschooling. Do some research and look into the
    material that is available.

    Set certain ground rules. Homeschooling requires a lot of
    self-discipline and hard work. Here is a comprehensive list of the
    things you will need:
    1) Eagerness to learn
    2) Hard work and effort
    3) Discipline
    4) Time and patience
    5) Flexibility
    6) Enthusiasm

    Consider why you want to opt for homeschooling. Your motives and
    your reasons are important pillars on which the whole edifice of
    your child's lessons depends. Also, consult with your children.
    Ask them what they feel about homeschooling.

    Select a curriculum or custom-make a curriculum that best suits
    your child. Record keeping is an important part of homeschooling.
    Look into the various methods of record keeping. Set up a
    schedule. Your child does not have to learn 6-7 hours a day. Allow
    him or her to dictate the time. Flexibility and fun are the
    cornerstones of homeschooling. Do not stuff too many skills into a
    single term or year. Prepare a skill list. Make the child learn
    the skills that he is ready for.

    Gentle parenting is the secret to successful homeschooling.
    Children make great advances in learning and show more enthusiasm.
    They also turn out to be surprisingly well balanced and well
    informed when they are taught at home.

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