Homeschooling is a great way to provide your kids with a quality, personalized education while also helping them to develop a strong moral character and the essential life skills they’ll need to grow and mature into thriving, independent adults.
Homeschooling is also a big commitment though. And while it does offer many great benefits, it can be challenging to be both the parent and the teacher and successfully balance home and school life.
When my husband, David, and I were considering homeschooling, we attended a local support group meeting for prospective homeschoolers. The presentation introduced us to the basics and afterward, we casually chatted with homeschooling parents in all different phases of their homeschool journey. I’m now a veteran homeschool mom of 16 years, so if you’re wondering if homeschooling is a good fit for your family, here are some things to consider.