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Kite Capers Download N Go Series

KristinN — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:14:09 +0000

I have to admit this unit study, Kite Capers; Download N Go Series By Amanda Bennett could not be more user friendly for the teacher. Kite Capers has many resources for you to use such as books, as well as on line links to videos, which I love, poetry, worksheets, vocabulary etc. Some of

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Focus/Attention Processing Dysfunction Characteristics

KristinN — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:59:47 +0000

Because I deal with an ADD child on a daily basis and an ADD husband I figured there had to be many more people out there that read my blog that might be interested in Continue reading Focus/Attention Processing Dysfunction Characteristics

Big Truths for Little People

KristinN — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:12:35 +0000

I have been looking for a book that would help me to teach the basic catechesis to my children in a way that would be fun and desirable to them, yet Biblically sound lessons that would not take an hour to do. I was told about Big Truths for Little People by Susan and Richie

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Parenting Tips

KristinN — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:51:40 +0000

Dearest Friends,

As I continue to refine my parenting, I continue stumbling across many different child training methods. This morning I stumbled across this post from the archives of "a holy experience." Ann's words of wisdom were so very encouraging to me. I wanted to share this link with you.

Warmly, Jen

Deschool Before Returning to School

KristinN — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:41:34 +0000

"Deschooling" is taking a little time to get the "school" out of your child's (and your) system. A break from anything "schooly" gives children the time and space to explore their own interests and settle into a less structured

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Moms and Their Many Hats

KristinN — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:27:00 +0000

Motherhood equals a Woman of many hats. I don’t mean those crazy big church going hats that are all fancy like. I mean hats that are sometimes messy. Hats that are not in the literal sense at all. These hats are the actual roles given to us to play. As a mother I can be

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How Can Home-schooling Parents Start A Real School?

KristinN — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:01:19 +0000

FORUM:

My Mom is trying to find out how to start a school so she can paid money for home-schooling my sister and I. How do you do that? Does anybody know? She's been looking online but can't figure anything out.

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Home Schooling and Community Service

KristinN — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:36:35 +0000

I am the daughter of a home health nurse who worked in one of the poorest counties in our state. Whenever my brother and I were out of school (either we students had a holiday, it was the weekend or

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Parents: What Were The Underlying Factors That Caused You To Choose Homeschooling Your Children?

KristinN — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 10:20:51 +0000

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I am doing research for a Masters level education course and am thinking about writing my thesis on the sociological benefits and drawbacks of homeschooling. So many people argue that homeschoolers do not get the same amount of socialization as those who attend "traditional schools". I am going to start by looking at motivations for

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Homeschooling !!!!!!!!!!!!!?

KristinN — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:25:54 +0000

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Ok, so once you decide to home school your child, does the school have a say in it ? Do you just ring up and

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What’s That Noise? TV and Sex

KristinN — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:57:42 +0000

We have a TV in our house. Our rabbit ears pull in ABC and PBS only. That's enough for me to watch "Antiques Roadshow" and local news. We do not watch other programs on ABC, which I fondly refer to as "the sleaze channel."

How would I know ABC is so much sleaze? Because when I'm

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Do You Think Homeschooling Is Better Than The Conventional School System?

KristinN — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:20:59 +0000

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I've heard a lot of parents say they decided to homeschool their child since the learning will be individualized and will enable their child to learn at their own pace. Unlike the traditional school system where all students are placed

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What Would Be The Advantages Or Disadvantages Of Homeschooling In This Case?

KristinN — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:21:26 +0000

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If a student who is living in one state and is going to be moving to a new state in her junior year of high school, would you be alright with homeschooling due to the difference in curriculums and

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How Do You Home School Yourself?

KristinN — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:32:06 +0000

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School is really getting in the way of my education. I think I'd learn much more if I could stay home and teach myself. How do I do this? How does home schooling work? Are there home schooling books?

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How Do You Start Off Homeschooling?

KristinN — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:20:55 +0000

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Just a question about homeschooling. My son is 16 years old and he is highly functional autistic. He is very smart yet when he is at school, some of the kids make fun of him and one even went

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Is It Alright To Home School While On Welfare?

KristinN — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:29:09 +0000

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If the children are failing in public school, and the parents are receiving food stamps. Is it alright for the mother to quit her minimum wage job to home Is It Alright To Home School While On Welfare?

How Do I Find The Laws For Homeschooling In Md?

KristinN — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:22:48 +0000

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I have found several web sites, and I am a little confussed. Does anyone know anything about the church umbrella option? I am not planning on homeschooling until the school year 2010. My son will then start middle Continue reading How Do I Find The Laws For Homeschooling In Md?

Have You Noticed How Home School Naysayers Only Want To Talk About Socialization?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:45:58 +0000

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They cannot talk about educating the children because by now everyone knows, even though they are only a small percent, that home schooled students are winning all the spelling and geography bees, and that they are getting into the best colleges and

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How To Get Funding For Homeschooling In California?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:22:16 +0000

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I'm considering homeschooling and I've heard that one can get some special interest classes paid for such as music lessons and some funding for materials as well. Does anyone know how and where to get those funds for homeschooling in Alameda County, California?

Making Rock Candy Crytals

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:59:09 +0000

I’ve priced those crystal growing kits and WOW they’re expensive. So I searched online for a homemade alternative. After getting together all of the chemicals, we were ready to go.

One. Two. Three times we tried to grow these chemical crystals and nothing happened. (and I must say that the ammonia smell stayed in the house!

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How Do Kids Earn Credits In A Home School Program?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:38:57 +0000

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How do credits work in a home school program? In a home school or regular How Do Kids Earn Credits In A Home School Program?

How Long Does It Take To Start Homeschooling?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:38:52 +0000

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So I'm going to start being homeschooled. I knew I wouldn't be able to start right away, but my assistant principal told me that with the entire process I probably wouldn't be able to start until the fall. Does it really take this long? What is the process you have to go through to

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Where Can I Find A High School Level Home School Tutor?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:32:33 +0000

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I want to be homed schooled, I am a junior. My mother has sent me on a quest to find tutors who will home school me for about 4 or so hours a day. Are there any websites or

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How Many Homeschooling Events Do You Do In A Typical Month?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:23:07 +0000

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Our once a month activities with our homeschooling groups, Lit Club, Homeschool Recess, Themed Party, Preschool Play time, Family Fun Night, Bowling, and one major field trip to a science center

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How Do I Start A Successful Home School?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:33:00 +0000

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I would like to home school my own children, and invite others to attend as well. What are the requirements for doing this (any special licenses, etc.), and what steps should I take to get the ball rolling? Where

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How Do I Make My Transition From Homeschooling To Public School Smooth?

KristinN — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:25:09 +0000

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At some point I went to public school. I have been homeschooling for five years. Now I am going back to public school. By

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What Are The Biggest Threats To The Homeschooling Movement?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:35:30 +0000

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The homeschooling movement has been steadily growing for years now. What potential pitfalls lay on the horizon that you believe have the greatest likelihood to slow or even reverse the homeschooling community's growth?

How Do I Prepare From Going To Home School To High School?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:27:53 +0000

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My parents seemed really against me going to school, but then I asked about this 1 week attendance thing (Im home schooled btw) and it turns out they don't have that (My dad called for information) And I said

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If Your Home Schooled Child Wanted To Go To Public School, Would You Let Them?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:26:00 +0000

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I'm just curious I have a lot of friends that are home schooled, and a few of them desperately want to go to public school, but their parents won't let them (for various reasons). Some of the

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Online Homeschooling You Can Convert To In Around The Middle Of Your Freshman Year In Highschool?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:36:23 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

I want to be homeschooling, and I'm a freshman. It's getting closer to half way through the year. I live in California, anybody know any links or online schools?

How Do You Get Homeschooling Accredited?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:26:37 +0000

Readers Forum:

I am doing research for homeschooling, as is my dad. I found a lot, but I cannot figure out how to have your schooling accredited. And who to call to start homeschooling.

How Can I Home School My Son In English?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:45:32 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

We just moved to Costa Rica.My son is suppose to go to 1st grade next year but I want to put him in french school.He speaks only english so far and I want to keep

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What Is The Best Homeschooling Kit For 1st Graders?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:45:30 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

I need advice on homeschooling. The possibility that I may have to homeschool my 1st grader is looming. I have some big decisions to make and want to prepare myself as much as possible. Does anyone know the best homeschooling kit? One that gives the most comprehensive Continue reading What Is The Best Homeschooling Kit For 1st Graders?

Which Home-school Curriculums Are Based On A Young Earth View Of History And Science?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:39:08 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

I'm looking into home-school curriculum and have noticed that many say they are Biblical in basis, but are not being

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How Do You Go From Plublic School To Home Shcooling Your Child?

KristinN — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:26:01 +0000

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Well my daughter goes to public school but lately she has been missing school do to her asthma she has always had this problem

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What Are The Biggest Problems That Parents Who Home School Face?

KristinN — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:26:32 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

Do you struggle with not knowing all of the effective techniques that a certified teacher would know? Do you have trouble making the learning experiences fun and meaningful? If someone started a Continue reading What Are The Biggest Problems That Parents Who Home School Face?

Encouraging the Reluctant Writer

KristinN — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:44:03 +0000

Isn’t it amazing how different each of our children can be? As homeschoolers, we get to witness this first hand as we work with our students at home. Out of four children, I have one who can hardly wait to get started and could write pages upon pages of information or

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How Does College Application Work With Homeschooling?

KristinN — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 04:21:41 +0000

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I'm interested in leaving public high school, because I have no doubt that I can teach myself more than a congested classroom could. In homeschooling, how do you take AP (Advanced Placement) courses? How does the Continue reading How Does College Application Work With Homeschooling?

How Do I Find Information On Home Schooling For A High School Student That Isn’t Gonna Break The Bank?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:27:36 +0000

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My sister-in-law is having trouble with her 16 yr. old daughter and the school she is attending. She wants to finish her schooling from home but does not have alot of money to spend on curriculm and Continue reading How Do I Find Information On Home Schooling For A High School Student That Isn’t Gonna Break The Bank?

Is A High School Diploma From A Home Schooling Program The Same As One From An Actual High School?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 16:26:39 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

I had to drop out of high school due to exenuating circumstances and picked up where I left off through home schooling so I could graduate. I'm just wondering if the Continue reading Is A High School Diploma From A Home Schooling Program The Same As One From An Actual High School?

How Do You Obtain Credit For Home Schooling When Returning To High School?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 16:26:14 +0000

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I am homeschooling my 16 year old son this year to catch him up because he's very behind. He intends to go back to high school next year. What do I need to do to make sure he gets

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How Do I Begin To Prepare My Children For Homeschooling Now?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 16:26:09 +0000

Reader Forum:

I have a 2 1/2 yr. old and a 9-month old and I'm strongly considering homeschooling in a christian setting. I would like to know the process to homeschooling, the effectiveness of it and any other information that would be helpful.

How Can I Drop Out Of High School And Get On Home School?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:32:13 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

In school there is this school psychologist that is really strict & hard on kids being absent & dropping out

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Do People Know The Difference Between Homeschooling And Unschooling?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:32:11 +0000

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I was home schooled and believe me I did not get away with not studying. My mom would make me do all of my work, and if I didn't do it, I would have double to do the next day. Either that or I could work all night. What are our views on homeschooling

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What Are The Real Benefits Of Homeschooling?

KristinN — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:23:00 +0000

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What Are The Real Benefits Of Homeschooling? While I can understand it for children with non-impairing cognitive abnormalities, how is it justified for normal, healthy children? Everywhere I look, there are more and more varying subjective answers from religion to provincialism, but I have never seen any empirical evidence in favor of homeschooling. Can

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How Do I Get The Book To Home School For A 6th Grader.?

KristinN — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 22:30:12 +0000

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I live in a Albuquerque N.M. I have to home school my child becouse he was beatup at school. How he is a afraid

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What Are The Legal Requirements For Home Schooling Grade School Age Kids?

KristinN — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:34:20 +0000

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If I decide to home-school one or more of my children, what legal requirements do I have to meet in Illinois? One child is in 5th grade, the other would be in kindergarten next year. The reason would be

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Learning Styles of Children

KristinN — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:23:20 +0000

For as long as I live, I will never cease to be amazed at how so many different looking children can come from the same two parents.

My husband and I have five children – five very distinctly different looking children. The oldest is very Italian looking, like his father. He has very straight black hair,

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How To Finish A Public School At Home?

KristinN — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:40:47 +0000

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I am home schooled;and I am going to high school next year, and I wanted to know how can I finish a public school

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I Want To Home School My Kids. What Do I Need And Is There Anything Legal That I Have To Do For Me To Do So?

KristinN — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 04:32:01 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

I've been trying to get my son in school and its too many requirements and this that and the next, but I know and others know he's too intelligent to be in Continue reading I Want To Home School My Kids. What Do I Need And Is There Anything Legal That I Have To Do For Me To Do So?

What Type Of Diploma Do Home Schooled High School Students Earn?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:27:04 +0000

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I am considering homeschooling my high school aged son. What type of diploma will he earn (in Tennessee) if

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Is It Possible To Home School A Middle Schooler While Working Full Time?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:53:24 +0000

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I'm debating home schooling my son after this school year (he's in 5th grade). But I work full time and cannot be a SAHM even though I'd like to. How hard do you think it would it be to

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When Did The Debate About Homeschooling Start?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:53:21 +0000

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How many years has the debate about homeschooling been going for, I'm writing an essay about it. Thanks.

How Do I Convince My Mom To Home School Me?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:31:53 +0000

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I've looked up so many programs for online school.I've written paragraphs about the benefits. I've weighed the pros and cons. I have a lot of websites written down, but she still thinks she'll have to get involved. I am

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How Many Hours Do You Home School Your 1st Or 2nd Grader?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:27:36 +0000

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He is 7 and currently in a public school he is reading on a 3rd grade level and he loves

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Is It Possible To Do Homeschooling And Public Schooling Both At Once?

KristinN — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:27:34 +0000

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I'm 13, and I feel that some of my teachers do a bad job teaching. But some teachers are real good. Was wondering if I can do homeschooling for some subjects? Like math, perhaps? I really can't stand these teachers. I was seriously thinking about starting a riot with all the kids in the

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How Do I Get Started With Homeschooling?

KristinN — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:27:30 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

My son will be entering Kindergarten in fall 08 and I plan on homeschooling him and his two little sister until 6th grade at least. I need help getting started. I don't know where to start and what needs to be done. I looked in to online academy, but I

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What Is The Best High School Home School Program If I Live Out Of The Country?

KristinN — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:33:27 +0000

From Our Readers Forum:

I live out of the country (Mexico) and I want to home school. Im in 10th grade. What is the best homeschooling program?

How Do Home School Kids Get Graded

KristinN — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:26:57 +0000

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I'm curious.Can par rents grade their kids that they are teaching,or is there a home school teacher that grades them. Are all their tests open book?I'm really curious. I'm talking about grade How Do Home School Kids Get Graded

How Do You Get Started With Homeschooling?

KristinN — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:21:43 +0000

From Our Forum a Reader Asks:

What are the first steps?… How do I start and get into homeschooling? And where can I get the curriculm and books that will help me get started with my education..?? I am in Canada BC… if anyone can help me… would you find the sources at like say Chapters??..

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