Homeschooling can be a rewarding experience for both you and your children, but it can also be challenging at times. Whether you are a new homeschool mom or have been homeschooling for years, it is essential to find ways to make the process easier and more manageable. Here are some tips to help you make homeschooling easier and some encouragement to keep you motivated.
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- Create a schedule: One of the most important things you can do to make homeschooling easier is to create a schedule. This will help you stay on track and ensure that you cover all the necessary topics. Make a plan for the day or week, including designated times for each subject, and stick to it as much as possible.
- Make sure your schedule is more like a flexible routine: Something that burns a lot of parents out (And something I talk about a lot in my online course on How to Homeschool) is that it’s important to be flexible with your curriculum and your homeschool plans. Making your homeschool as rigid as a school is one of the leading causes (if not the leading cause) of homeschool stress and burnout.
- Set up a designated workspace: Another way to make homeschooling easier is to set up a designated workspace for your children. This could be a separate room or just a specific area in your home. Having a designated workspace will help your children focus on their studies and reduce distractions.
- Take breaks: It’s important to take breaks throughout the day to help your children stay focused and refreshed. Take short breaks between subjects, go for a walk, or do a quick exercise routine to help your children refocus. (Charlotte Mason used to recommend no more than 10-minute lesson slots.)
- Get organized: Keeping your homeschool materials organized can make a big difference in how easy homeschooling feels. Keep your books, supplies, and materials in a specific area, and create a filing system for your paperwork.
- Get support: Homeschooling can be isolating, so it’s important to find a support system. Join a homeschooling group, attend homeschooling conferences, or connect with other homeschool moms online. This will provide you with a community of like-minded individuals who can offer advice and encouragement.
- Take advantage of resources: There are many resources available to homeschooling families, including online courses, curriculum options, and educational games. Take advantage of these resources to supplement your teaching and keep your children engaged.
- Do a homeschool course: Although parents don’t need a college degree in children’s education, it is a good idea to self-educate yourself on the best ways to homeschool. Most parents spend decades figuring this out. But there’s a much quicker way to do this! Do a homeschool course by an experienced homeschooler who knows all the tips and tricks.
- Read homeschool blogs: Blogs are a great way to discover new homeschooling trends and also many different ways how to make homeschooling easier. Check out this blog, and look at the most popular homeschool blogs here.
- Watch Youtube Homeschool Channels: Not into blogs and reading? No worries. Get into vlogging. There are so many lovely mothers online who document their homeschool experience. These can be really encouraging videos. They often make me feel that I’m not the only one out there homeschooling! Not sure where to start? Check out the How to Homeschool channel here.
- BONUS TIP: Make sure you get a curriculum where the children can teach themselves. BJU Press has video lessons where children (once they’re around 8 years old) can teach the course to themselves. So, a self-teaching curriculum is how to make homeschooling easier…a whole lot easier!
But, Be Encouraged!
Homeschooling can be challenging, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. As a homeschool mom, you have the opportunity to shape your children’s education and create a unique learning experience. Remember to take it one day at a time, and don’t be too hard on yourself. Celebrate your successes and learn from your mistakes. You are doing an amazing job, and your children are lucky to have you as their teacher. Keep up the good work!
