Project-Based Learning for Homeschoolers

Hands-on projects allow kids to connect schoolwork to their interests, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity.

Project-based learning allows students to connect academic study with curiosity and hands-on exploration. Jovanmandic/Getty Images

One of the biggest advantages of homeschooling is the ability to make learning meaningful for your children. You can do this by helping your kids to make connections between what they’re learning and the world around them by incorporating project-based learning (PBL).

So, let’s take a closer look at PBL, the benefits, and how to incorporate it into your homeschooling program, as well as some things to consider.

What Is PBL?

PBL is one of the most effective ways to fully engage your kids in the learning process because it is meaningful, child-centered, hands-on learning. Kids choose a topic of interest, and using essential resources such as books, podcasts, websites, images, music, artwork, charts, and graphs, they will work to solve a problem related to their topic.