Charlotte Mason Homeschooling
As you explore the different styles and methods of homeschooling, you’re sure to encounter the philosophy of Charlotte Mason. A Charlotte Mason education is based on the writings of this 19th century educationalist. She focused on the building of habits in the child, good focus on the materials, living books, narration, dictation, art and music study, and nature study. Her ideas created an educational revolution that is still relevant and accessible today.
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L'Shon Hatorah Learning Program
The L'shon Hatorah series is designed to aid in the teaching of the fundamentals of Hebrew Grammar and basic vocabulary. The goal of these workbooks is for the student to develop the requisite skills necessary to be able to translate with accuracy and fluency.
Some Practical Advice for New Homeschoolers
The thought of homeschooling your children may seem quite overwhelming at first. There are so many questions going through your head. Where do I get curriculum, what curriculum should I use, can I really do this, and of course what about socialization? Let me put your mind at ease. It's not as difficult as it looks.
Arkansas Home School Laws
The Home School Legal Defense Association provides a brief summary of the homeschooling laws in Arkansas. Includes a link to a legal analysis of laws relating to homeschooling in Arkansas.
U.S. Department of Education
The website for the U.S. Department of Education.
The Great American Textbook Scandal
The nasty scrap inside California's process for picking its public school textbooks shows why publishers and educrats must share some of the blame for poor test results.
Singing the Burnout Blues
A homeschooling mom shares her struggles with burnout and explains some coping strategies that have worked for her.
Unschooling.com Email List
This discussion list is the companion communications forum for the Unschooling.com website.
Literature Alive
Literature Alive! is an email group list for the literary website of the same name. This list seeks to encourage and support parents who have a love for literature and a desire to share good wholesome books with their children. Its purpose is to develop the art and excitment of using great living literature in a learning lifestyle. This group will share information on how to turn a living book into a cherished book within the home. Different literature study methods enhanced by Charlotte Mason's writing will be discussed: lapbooks, notebooks, journals, book clubs, reading settings, etc.
Transcripts and Portfolios
A good high school transcript reflects the individualized progress of a homeschooled student's academic experience and work. These tips will help you build a strong transcript and portfolio of student work.
Making Learning Fun
This early childhood education website is filled with free printables designed to make learning fun.
