Review your state's homeschool laws to determine what subjects you are required to teach. Art Sciences (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) Languages Music Mathematics History Geography
Think about your goals for your child. What are your main objectives for his or her education? 5 to 7 year-olds (Grades 1 to 2) need Key Stage 1 (UK) materials. 7 to 11 year-olds (Grades 3 to 6) need Key Stage 2 (UK) or Elementary School (US) materials. 11 to 14 year-olds (Grades 7 to 9) need Key Stage 3 (UK) or Middle (Junior High) School (US) materials. 14 to 16 year-olds (Grades 10 to 11) need Key Stage 4 (UK) or Senior High School (US) materials. 16 to 18 year-olds (Grades 12 to 13) need Key Stage 5 (UK) or Senior High School (US) materials.
Think about how your child best takes in and processes information. What is your child's learning style?
Choose a homeschooling method. Some of the methods available are: Charlotte Mason Classical Computer Based/Online Eclectic Literature Based Montessori Relaxed Textbook/Workbook Thomas Jefferson Unit Study Unschooling Virtual Waldorf
Look for programs that fit your chosen method of instruction by browsing the internet, participating in online forums, or talking to homeschoolers you know personally.
Read online reviews of programs that interest you.
Attend a home school curriculum fair so you can view materials up close and ask questions about materials.
Select and purchase your chosen curriculum.
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