When homeschooling becomes an issue in divorce

When families decide to homeschool it is usually a joint decision between both parents. However, when families divorce, one parent is suddenly vehemently against allowing the other parent to continue. In most of these cases, it is a matter of punishing and controlling the homeschooling parent… never mind how it affects the child. The thing that homeschooling parents need to most understand is that homeschooling decisions should not be made in a bubble. No matter how strongly one parent feels about homeschooling, it is best to not proceed unless both parents feel as strongly. Don’t’ try to cajole, sweet talk, … Continue reading

2006 in Review: Homeschooling Blog at a Glance

As a new homeschooling blogger at Families.com, I wanted to know everything that has been discussed to date. In response to my own curiosity, and in an effort to make perusing our articles easier for you, our readers, I have compiled all of the blogs for the year 2006. Deciding to Homeschool Why homeschool Am I qualified for this? Reasons that Homeschooling Works! My Most Important Advice for Homeschoolers. The Cost of Homeschooling Instead of standing up for their own kids, why not stand up for all kids? Disclaimer: I am hardly an expert in education. Did You Know? ‘Empirical … Continue reading