The Joy of Homeschooling

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When in discussion with other parents, the homeschooling parent is often asked, “Gosh, isn’t that a lot of work?” or “How do you know what you’re doing?”, or told, “I don’t have the patience!” or “Wow! That must consume so much of your time!” These concerns are valid, yet homeschooling is often misunderstood. Though there… [Continue Reading]

SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING

Self-Directed Learning works for everyone, naturally! One type of homeschooling that is gaining in popularity is called Self-Directed Learning or Un-schooling. This is the type of learning many adults are familiar with because it’s the type of learning they do personally. How does this work with children? Q: What is “self-directed learning” for children? A:… [Continue Reading]

Home School Maui Local Classes and Field Trips

Home School Maui Local Classes and Field Trips   The Reading Clinic, Inc The Reading Clinic in Makawao currently offers affordable reading, math and writing groups for homeschoolers on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 and 3:00 to 4:00. Groups are composed of kids of similar ages. There are currently 4 types of groups… [Continue Reading]

Homeschool Maui- Resources, Support and Groups

Homeschool Maui- Resources, Support and Groups Each fall when school begins, a growing number of school-aged children do not head off to a classroom. Instead, they learn at home with their families or with other children in their communities. Homeschooling takes many forms, from a daily routine following a scheduled curriculum to child-led learning in… [Continue Reading]

Homeschooling Q & A’s

Homeschooling Q & A’s By Gail Nagasako. Is homeschooling legal? Homeschooling is legal in all fifty states. Hawaii has laws that are very easy to comply with. Most state laws are not difficult to understand or follow, and your understanding of them will help you remain legal while maximizing your freedom. I have found that… [Continue Reading]

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