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Homeschoolers have created networks of support to provide a way to make friends, get ideas and information, and to offer positive socialization opportunties to their children. You can join in! There are many groups to choose from, many with specific affiliations, like Christian groups or unschoolers’ groups. Some are eclectic, inclusive, and open to anyone. Whatever your interest, you are sure to find other like-minded parents. And if you don’t find what you are looking for, we’ve put together tips for starting your own group.

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Akhlah: The Jewish Children's Learning Network

Akhlah, the Jewish children's learning network, is an important resource created to provide Jewish children and their families access to the prayers, stories and rituals that have bound Jews together around the world and through the ages. Akhlah is specifically designed for the youngest and least knowledgeable among us, while maintaining scrupulous attention to the details of the subject matter.

Introversion, Large Families, and Homeschooling

The introvert can homeschool! Here are some tips for those whose nature is more introverted. Especially helpful for those homeschooling a large family.

Preschool Math: Teaching Numbers Greater than 10

How to make a homemade version of the Montessori seguin board, a board with lots of 10s in a column.

How to Protect Children from Developing Passive Minds

Success in school--and in life--requires an active and independent mind. It would be nice if that came easily, but quite the opposite is true. And what's worse is that today, without realizing it, we are training and encouraging our children to become just the opposite--passive. As parents, we can teach our children social skills. This is not the job of our schools.

How to Homeschool: Determine Your Child’s Learning Style

One of the first steps you should take when embarking on homeschooling is determining your child's learning style. Most people tend towards one of the four main learning styles. This means that they are more successful in learning when the learning and teaching corresponds to this style. Few people are only one learning style, so exploring the different styles is helpful. This guide details four learning styles: kinesthetic, visual, auditory, and tactile.

abcTeach

abcTeach offers over 5000 free printable pages and worksheets. You'll also find activities like crossword puzzles, printable coloring sheets, and printable flash cards.

Preschool Math: All Sorts of Sorting

Parents may think counting and recognizing numbers are the nuts and bolts of preschool math. While these are important skills for young mathematicians to master, building a foundation for complex mathematical thinking begins in the early childhood years. Sorting and classifying objects helps children begin to notice how items are alike and different, and creates an awareness that is vital for math learning.

MomsMinivan.com

MomsMinivan.com has over 101 ideas for fun things for kids to do in the car, kids travel games, printable car games and activities, and road-trip tips. They are organized by age group, so have a look around—there's something for everyone

NCAA Guidelines for Home School Students

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a voluntary organization through which the nation's colleges and universities govern their athletics programs. If you want to play NCAA sports at a Division I or II school, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center if you were home schooled for any part of high school. If you are planning to attend a Division III school, you do not need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Free Math Facts Worksheets

Want to generate completely customized math tests? You can create math worksheets and tests that target basic math facts. Old-fashioned timed math tests are a critical component to mathematics mastery.