Homeschooling For Dummies

Homeschooling For Dummies
ISBN-10
1119740827
ISBN-13
9781119740827
Category
Education
Pages
384
Language
English
Published
2020-09-01
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Author
Jennifer Kaufeld

Description

Recent data collected by the U.S. Department of Education shows that homeschooling has grown by 61.8% over the last decade. Two million children—4 percent of the total youth population in the United States—are homeschooled. But despite its growing popularity, homeschooling isn’t for everyone. Students need the right support from parents, and parents must make sure their children get a well-rounded "classroom" experience. There are also other factors to consider. So how do you know if homeschooling is right for you? And how do you get started? Homeschooling For Dummies, 2nd Edition will take you through the ins and outs of home learning so you can make the right decisions for your family. Topics covered include: Developing curricula for different grade levels and abilities Organizing and allocating finances Creating and/or joining a homeschooling community Encouraging socialization Special concerns for students with special needs Updates for this edition: New resources Online courses Start-of-the-art Sex Ed Pinpointing your people Finding your homeschooling style

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