I have a friend, currently expecting number 6 in the Fall, who homeschools. My sister homeschools for preschool. Tim has a coworker who's wife homeschools all of their children. I have thought about homeschooling in the past, but I just didn't think I could handle it. Furthermore, I thought the twins especially would benefit from the social interaction that public school provides.
Recently, however, I have been revisiting the idea of actually homeschooling the kids. Why? I love our schools, and I love the teachers, but I do think our educational system lacks many things. I consistently complain to Tim about one thing or another, and I often supplement the kids' learning at home. This subject could of course be another whole post, but I don't feel like going into all of my thoughts about the US educational system. Do I think that I could give them a better education? Yes, I really do think that I can for many subjects. And therefore, I just might.
I can't fathom having my act together in order to teach these kids at home in the fall. So, I plan on doing the following. First, I am going to speak with my friend with the almost 6 kids, and see what she finds are the pros and cons of homeschooling. I also plan on talking to a student of mine who was successfully home schooled. I know that she truly enjoyed the experience, and feels that her parents did it "the right way." Finally, I obtained a name from colleague at work of a woman that worked full-time and still home schooled all of her children. I'd love to hear how she did it all, and what worked best for her family. I am particularly interested in what she has to say, considering I don't have any plans to leave teaching.
As of right now, I am just gathering information, but I am going to teach the kids religious education next year at home, instead of sending them to the program through our church. I figure it is my foray into the homeschool method, and just a dip might give me a taste of what the experience is like. I'll obviously update you on my progress, or lack thereof!
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And just a Melina funny that I had to share.
We've been snuggling for a bit before nap and bedtime. She likes to put her head against mine and pretend we are sleeping. Last week, she placed her hand against my breast.
This kid keeps us in stitches. I kid you not.
Recently, however, I have been revisiting the idea of actually homeschooling the kids. Why? I love our schools, and I love the teachers, but I do think our educational system lacks many things. I consistently complain to Tim about one thing or another, and I often supplement the kids' learning at home. This subject could of course be another whole post, but I don't feel like going into all of my thoughts about the US educational system. Do I think that I could give them a better education? Yes, I really do think that I can for many subjects. And therefore, I just might.
I can't fathom having my act together in order to teach these kids at home in the fall. So, I plan on doing the following. First, I am going to speak with my friend with the almost 6 kids, and see what she finds are the pros and cons of homeschooling. I also plan on talking to a student of mine who was successfully home schooled. I know that she truly enjoyed the experience, and feels that her parents did it "the right way." Finally, I obtained a name from colleague at work of a woman that worked full-time and still home schooled all of her children. I'd love to hear how she did it all, and what worked best for her family. I am particularly interested in what she has to say, considering I don't have any plans to leave teaching.
As of right now, I am just gathering information, but I am going to teach the kids religious education next year at home, instead of sending them to the program through our church. I figure it is my foray into the homeschool method, and just a dip might give me a taste of what the experience is like. I'll obviously update you on my progress, or lack thereof!
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And just a Melina funny that I had to share.
We've been snuggling for a bit before nap and bedtime. She likes to put her head against mine and pretend we are sleeping. Last week, she placed her hand against my breast.
Melina: Your breast is soft. And squishy.
Me: Yep, it is squishy.
Melina: MOM! [Her eyes are wide open, with a look of alarm on them.] You have no bones!!
This kid keeps us in stitches. I kid you not.
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