Home schooling is a very old way of doing things. If you look at any of the bills in your wallet or the coins in your pocket, they all have a picture of a homeschooler on them. – William Lloyd
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Happy August farmgirl friends! I know it’s been a while since we’ve had our toes in the sand and I debated whether we should go to the beach in this post or ” back to school “. But since I’ve been working hard on preparing two Educational Plans for our eighth and tenth grade HOME GROWN KIDS for next year I decided to share what was fresh in my heart and head. Besides, homeschooling is a “farmgirl ” thing! By the looks of how many homeschooling farmgirls there are on the forum, it appears some farmgirls like to grow more than just flowers and veggies! They grow their own kids too!
Wonderful article. My kids are well past school age, but I think this is such a wonderful option for some lucky children and I applaud you for taking that "leap" and following your heart!
Loved this post! I am preparing for our fall learning adventures this week, too.
Blessings,
Catherine
This homeschooling mom loved this:) I have two adult children (26 and 23) and an 8 year old that I am loving starting all over with. Like you said and I say all of the time…."It isn’t for everyone but it sure works for our family." That’s my answer that over the years seems to work best to any questions. Whether one agrees or disagrees with homeschooling, they seem to get that answer. I wouldn’t trade a second of the time I have been blessed with my children learning at home, even the grumpy ones:) I so enjoy your blog………..Raynita
Hi, I lived just a short distance from the high school shootings in Littleton CO. and even though I had no children to home school and I think it is a super great idea – I also thought ‘we MUST teach parents, children, teachers’ to learn to be loving, caring people – not off on some kind of NOT GOOD. So I have taken an active place in my grandchildren’s class rooms – trying to give LOVE and CARING where it is so needed. Now I do have MANY in my large extended family that home school and do a wonderful job – to which I am going to share your posting – I can now say without reservation that your children are the epitome of a LOVING, CARING, SHARING HOME.
THANK GOD, for YOU
P.S. so look forward to your posts – great job!!!!
GREAT post Deb! Thanks for reminding me why this farmgirl is homeschooling her daughter! We are embarking on our second year. Last year was full of fun, trials, learning,and some days doing absolutely nothing- necessary when the 12 year old hormones are trying to be in charge….
There is nothing better for a child, or a family, than homeschooling- thanks again for pointing this out!
My husband and I are in the military and always said we would homeschool our children. With moving around a lot we thought it would be easier for our children. Well now we decided to leave the military and I still want to homeschool! I have read some beginners books and like you get really excited about teaching my child and watching them learn. But am also terrified about the things I don’t know, like reading about Haiku’s and story writing gave me a panic attack. We will learn it together. My son is only 2 years old so I have time to figure it all out.
I loved homeschooling my girls. I didn’t start till our girls were in the 8th and 6th grade. My youngest was 4 at the time, and learned to read early because of homeschooling. We took many, many nature walks, and crafted lots of projects from twigs, moss, seed pods, leaf skeletons…
Yes, there definitely are tough spots, but on the whole it was wonderful!
I really find your thoughts inspiring and reassuring. Even if I lived near a town, I couldn’t bring myself to give up my responsibility to my children. I truly believe it’s an extremely important job I have as a mother and homeschooler. The agony I undergo in selecting curricula will pay off; and I would never feel it wasn’t worth it. It’s the best and most important work I have ever been called to do! It is a BLESSING and a PRIVILEDGE!
Hello,
I am in the planning stages for my 21st year of home education, and the senior year for my youngest child. We have all been blessed by this approach and my children all voice appreciation for learning at home. I have learned to know my children.
To all those who are new to the idea, please step forward and try it. The road has bumps, but your family will win in the long run.
BTW, no beach sand here in South Dakota, but lots of blue sky and room for gardens.
Homeschooling takes a mother’s love to whole ‘nutther level. What a fine thing you did.
Hi Deb,
Your post was really inspiring and reminds me why we homeschool. I do sometimes forget! 😉 I really enjoyed your art and nature experiences and attitude. My kids both went to a Waldorf School and we too now follow a more Charlotte Mason, unschooling, Classical approach. We’ve cut way back on our outside classes this year just so we can be at home!! Thanks for the inspiration—this may not be your "back to school" post but it’s kinda working that way for me.
Thank you for the beautiful reminder of homeschooling’s joys.
I loved the article. I have been trying to get my husband to agree to homeschooling since my daughter started school. She is now in second grade, my son starts kindergarten this year, and I will have one at home. My husband is still very much against homeschooling though I would love to give it a try. I think thats great that you were able to and have enjoyed it too.Thanks so much for sharing its a great inspiration.