When deciding whether or not to homeschool, it is vitally important that you spend time thinking about your family's dynamics. Several things come into play here. Here are 4 critical issues you need to examine.
1. Do you enjoy your children? Do you truly delight in their personalities, creativity, and zest for life? Does it give you joy to see them conquer skills that they've struggled to learn? Do you have fun together?
Of course, sometimes your children you batty. We all have times when we're frustrated and impatient. If you and your kids really do not like being with each other it may be best not to homeschool. But don't discount the possibility that more time spent together may increase your family's capacity to enjoy one another.
2. How do you discipline your children? Do you get angry easily and regularly? Do you spank your children? If you do spank, how do you spank? There are some very compelling reasons not to spank. If you are spanking in anger or out of frustration, YOU ARE AT RISK FOR ABUSING YOUR CHILD. Get help. Be accountable to someone.
Do not homeschool your children if you do not successfully handle your anger. Do not homeschool your children without being committed to building a full "parental toolbox" that includes a variety of ways to discipline your children, without resorting to spanking.
3. Do both parents agree to homeschool? Homeschooling is a big decision that takes everyone working together. Both parents must agree in order for it to be successful. This is especially true in divorced or separated families.
4. Is your family currently encountering stressful times? Are you dealing with lost wages, a death, or serious illness? Are you facing a divorce or separation? Will you encounter any other major life changes? If so, it may be best to put off homeschooling for a year or so.
Homeschooling is a great choice for many families. But it's not for everybody. Take these 4 things into consideration when you are deciding whether homeschooling is right for you.
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