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Aug. 18, 2021
Trading an IEP for Homeschool Curriculum
When my family made the choice to homeschool our daughter, it was no small decision. Today almost 7, she had been in public school since age 3, getting needed therapies through a lengthy Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Trading an IEP … Continue reading
Jul. 15, 2020
Can I Homeschool My Child Who Has ADHD?
Children with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) present a special challenge to new homeschooling parents. The differences between a child with ADHD and a child without lead to very different learning styles which require unique teaching techniques. However, homeschooling comes … Continue reading
Sep. 30, 2019
How a Literature-Rich Homeschool Works for a Child with Dyslexia
"Sonlight has given Eli a love for books despite his dyslexia. Reading aloud is the highlight of our day. Audio books are a must in our house. I could never read aloud as many books as he devours. Thank you, … Continue reading
Feb. 13, 2019
7 Q&As for Homeschooling the Advanced Reader
Some children are advanced readers who excel at reading. Either they read naturally without a lot of instruction, or they learn it effortlessly after a few lessons and quickly zoom way ahead of grade level. If you have an advanced … Continue reading
Tagged advanced, gifted, Homeschooling, pace, reading, special needs, teaching
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Jan. 11, 2019
Easing the Special Needs Student Into Homeschool After a Break
Most kids thrive with the more relaxed, open-ended rhythm of the holiday. But transitioning back into the regular school routine can be a challenge for anyone, let alone children with special needs, learning disabilities, or behavioral challenges. Anxious homeschooling moms … Continue reading
Jan. 7, 2019
Does Sonlight Work for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
The F. family from Lutz, FL has homeschooled for the past 13 years. In this photo, Sydney (16) reads The Hawk and the Dove from Literature 230 with her favorite pet and constant companion, Mango. Does Sonlight's literature-based homeschool curriculum … Continue reading
Tagged asd, autism, Homeschooling, Sonlight, special needs
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Sep. 19, 2018
4 Tips for Parenting Shy or Anxious Children
My kids come by their shyness honestly. I was so painfully shy when I was growing up that my classmates would ask my parents if I could speak. They weren’t sure because they had never heard me talk! Thankfully, after … Continue reading
