A single online search for homeschooling resources will turn up myriad books, curriculum packages, and resources created specifically for homeschoolers. Of course, they all look amazing, so your wish list grows. However, depending upon the number of children you plan to teach, expenses can add up quickly. But I have good news for you: You can homeschool successfully and provide your children with a well-balanced quality education while keeping costs low because there are also myriad budget-friendly resources available.
Invest in a Good How-to-Homeschool Guide
The most valuable homeschooling resource for parents is a good how-to-homeschool guide. Let me shine the spotlight on a few excellent choices. “The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise walks you step-by-step through the process of teaching your children based on each child’s developmental stage and capacity to comprehend specific subject matter.Dr. Ruth Beechick’s “The Three R’s” and “You Can Teach Your Child Successfully” are based on common sense and the belief that parents can teach their children best. And “Home Learning Year by Year: How to Design a Creative and Comprehensive Homeschool Curriculum” by Rebecca Rupp helps you customize your homeschool program to meet each child’s needs.
