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Homeschooling Smarter: How to Pursue Academic Excellence in Your Homeschool

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Have you ever asked yourself, “Are homeschoolers smarter?” You are not alone. If you are going to take the time and effort of homeschooling your children, you want some assurances that they will come out ahead for all of your effort. In reality, you may be asking yourself the wrong question. Are there academic benefits to homeschooling? What are some of the pros and cons of homeschooling? Is homeschooling effective? Here is how you can ensure the academic excellence or academic success of your homeschooled children without worrying about how smart they are.

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Homeschool Physical Education: Ideas for P.E. at Home with Kids

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Most homeschooling parents would agree that exercise is important for their children. For many high school students, physical education credits are required for graduation, and there’s very good reason for states to have this requirement. Exercise from homeschool P.E. promotes heart health, muscle development, a stronger immune system, and more restful sleep. But research shows it can also aid children’s mental development and help them focus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that children get at least one hour of physical activity every day. A good way to ensure your child is getting enough regular exercise is to make homeschool physical education a part of your curriculum.

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6 Things to Look for in a Christian Homeschool Science Curriculum

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You want to find a homeschool science curriculum that does not challenge your core beliefs on every page. You also want to find a Biblically-based science curriculum that will properly train potential future scientists. Does such a curriculum exist? It’s possible to find a homeschool science curriculum that starts with a Biblical worldview and teaches the critical thinking skills necessary for your children to become scientists, if that’s what they want to be. Keep reading to find out what to look for in a Christian homeschool science curriculum.

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Transitioning From Public School to Homeschool: Should You Make the Switch?

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Like many parents, you may be considering transitioning from public school to homeschool. The upheaval of the recent pandemic, along with the dangers of violence and bullying in schools, has prompted families to unenroll from school and seek alternatives to formal education. As parents are withdrawing their children from traditional school, they are looking into deschooling or immediately switching from public school to homeschool. Many of these parents are dissatisfied with the quality of education at public schools or want more time at home with their children. Whatever the reason, switching from public school to homeschool is a big decision. To ensure you’re ready for your decision, let’s look at why you might make the switch and how you would go about switching successfully.

How and why to transition from public school to homeschool

Homeschool vs. Public School vs. Private School: Which is best?

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Choosing a path for your children’s education is a big deal, especially when choosing between homeschool vs. public school vs. private school. You’re going to face questions like “should I homeschool,” “is homeschooling better than public school,” or “is private schooling better than public or homeschooling?” In addition to which option is most effective or best for each child, you’ll also be wondering about the cost of each education option. Which is the best choice? That may depend on your family, needs, and the decisions you come to personally after prayer and consideration. Here are the differences, pros, cons, and costs of each schooling option. We have also included tips on how to make your decision for your children’s education.

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