Parents can choose to begin homeschooling their children at any time throughout the year, but springtime might just be the best time to take the leap.
Plant Seeds of Possibility
Weighing your options in the spring allows you ample time to think things through, research, and prepare. If you choose to homeschool your children beginning in the fall, you’ll be able to do what needs to be done to feel primed and equipped for a successful start to an exciting adventure.
As the daffodils bloom and the trees bud, you might weigh the pros and cons of your schooling options, journal your ideas about what school should truly be for and what kind of education and values you want to impart to your children, search online for the experiences of other homeschooling parents, talk to homeschoolers in your local area, research available homeschool resources like programs and curricula, and talk over with your family what homeschooling might look like.
Fresh Inspiration Blossoms
Many online experts and influencers in the homeschooling space gear their content towards new homeschoolers and curriculum reviews at this time of year, because they know there are many parents out there weighing their options. You’ll find a wealth of information on YouTube, Instagram, Substack, and even Pinterest to inspire and inform your plans.
Clarity Shines Through
If your children currently attend school, by the time spring arrives, you’ve got a clear understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of your present school choice. What’s more, this time of the year offers a bit of a sweet spot, as your routine is dialed in but you’re not bogged down with year-end activities.
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is Barbara-Danza.com
