If you’re more of a free spirit, DIY sort of home educator, you will likely be attracted to the eclectic approach. This is the jazz improv version of home education. It can offer loads of customizable freedom for you and your kids, but requires a lot more research and engagement from you as a parent to bring together the right resources. Here’s more about it:
@enrichment_studies Share your favorite eclectic homeschool resources in the comments! #Homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom ♬ original sound – Erica Johns
Resources to check out: (referral links may be used)
Brave Writer (writing, language arts, literature)
Cozy Grammar
Enrichment Studies (art and music appreciation)
Singapore Math
Schoolhouse Teachers
Reading Eggs (free 1 month trial)
Now that we have gone through a bunch of different educational styles, I want to share one final word of caution and encouragement as you choose your starting point for homeschooling:
@enrichment_studies Stay open. Stay humble. Keep learning. Embrace the freedom that #homeschooling offers you! #Homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom ♬ original sound – Erica Johns
If you’re getting my How to Homeschool email series, I’ll be back tomorrow with step 4, which is some advice on how to pick which program/curriculum you’re going to use. If you want to jump ahead, click here to see all the posts so far in this series.
