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Single Mothers Homeschooling Part 1: Before You Begin

Posted by singlemom

November 25, 2008 |

We are in our tenth year of homeschooling. Being a single mother and trying to homeschool does have its challenges, but not so many that it can’t be done.

First, let me dispel with some myths:

Yes, a single mother can homeschool.

Yes, a single mother on a  limited income can homeschool.

Yes, a single mother working part or full time, inside or outside of the home, can homeschool.

Yes, a single mother working full or part time and going to school part or full time can homeschool.

Yes, a single mother who is disabled, or who has children who are, can homeschool.

No, you do not need any teaching experience, or a teaching degree to homeschool.

Now, there are some things that you will have to know and/or do before you begin your homeschooling adventure. These are the topics that will be covered in this series of posts:

  • Homeschooling and the Law.
  • Setting Up a Portfolio.
  • The Socialization Question.
  • Buying Materials as Affordably as Possible.
  • Time Management.
  • Using the Library to Help Homeschool Your Children.
  • Homeschooling in the Community.
  • Great Family Times in the Homeschooling Household.

Shannon

P.S. Feel free to post any questions that you may have about homeschooling as a single mother, or about homeschooling in general, in the comments section below.


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  1. Single Mothers Homeschooling Part 1: Before You Begin « The Homeschool Mom of 2 on November 25, 2008 11:16 am

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  2. Melissa on November 25, 2008 12:38 pm

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  3. Samantha on November 26, 2008 11:40 am

    I’ll be following this series closely. I am a single mom who was homeschooled and I’d love to do this with my kids.

    Thanks for writing about this. I think I will feature your series on my blog as it develops.

  4. Single Mothers Homeschooling: A Series of Articles « The Homeschool Mom of 2 on November 30, 2008 4:26 pm

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