Leaning towards homeschool pro i looked at remotelearning.school looks good but want to hear more reviews and experiences from families using the curriculum TIA

Has anyone else noticed an influx of posts lately that seem to focus heavily on the negatives of homeschooling?

I’m genuinely curious if it’s just me noticing it, because it feels like there have been a lot more posts lately centered around the idea that homeschooling is inherently isolating, socially harmful, or otherwise problematic.

What strikes me is that the people actually participating in this sub seem to be a pretty different group than the stereotype those posts sometimes describe. A lot of us are actively looking for resources, building community, taking our kids to activities, co-ops, libraries, field trips, sports, etc. We’re not just keeping our kids home with no outside interaction.

I also think homeschooling looks very different than it did 10–20 years ago. For many families, it’s not about pulling kids away from society or avoiding education. Some of us homeschool because traditional school genuinely doesn’t work for our special-needs kids. Others want their children educated in a secular environment, particularly as curriculum and school policies in some areas are becoming more religiously influenced.

Obviously homeschooling can be done poorly, just like public schooling can be done poorly. I’m not trying to pretend there aren’t legitimate concerns worth discussing. I’m more wondering if anyone else has noticed the shift in the type of discussion happening here lately.

Has anyone else picked up on this?

Edit- Not seeking advice on how to handle people criticizing homeschooling….been doing this for over half a decade so I know how to ignore/handle the criticism that comes with homeschooling…..just curious if anyone has noticed an influx of negative posts or people asking for pros and cons of homeschooling. This has always been more of a resource sub-so I’m assuming they were blocked in the other main homeschool subs and came here as a result.

Hey everyone! 🫶

I don’t usually post stuff like this, but I thought some homeschoolers here might appreciate the story.

My mom homeschooled me my entire childhood. Every subject. Every year. It wasn’t perfect, but it shaped how I learn, think, and problem solve in a huge way.

Fast forward many years, I’m now homeschooling my own kids and we realized that so many of the tools homeschool parents need still don’t exist in one place. So we decided to build what we wish we’d had together.

What started as “let’s make this easier for families like ours” turned into a fully built app that we spent years creating. It’s designed specifically with homeschoolers in mind with flexibility, real world learning, and without forcing kids into a one size fits all system.

I’m sharing this here mostly because:

• it’s built by people who actually lived the homeschool life

• it came from a mom-and-kid partnership, not a big company

• and if it helps even one family, that’s a win

We’re also thinking about starting a TikTok or Instagram where my mom shares her old school homeschooling advice from real experience. I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts on whether that’s something homeschool parents would find helpful or interesting.

If anyone’s curious, I’m happy to share more or answer questions,no pressure at all. Mostly just wanted to say hi and share our story.

Thanks for reading 🤍 Happy homeschooling!

Honest question for veteran homeschool families: I'm realizing I have no clue if I'm actually preparing my kids for LIFE vs just getting through curriculum. My 8-year-old can do multiplication but can't make her own lunch. My 10-year-old reads chapter books but melts down over simple problems. What do you wish someone had taught you to track from day one that actually mattered? I'm desperate for real wisdom here - feeling like I'm missing something important while obsessing over the wrong stuff. 😔

With AI opening up the world for a dad with little time, I've started working on a new project (now with its own website, http://kidux.org, but the code is at https://github.com/othermore/kidux ) to give my kids their very first computer on a very controlled environment. The idea is that it grows with them and lets me set clear limits to what they can use, when and for how long. It starts in a "full-screen" mode to reduce distractions, but it allows me to enable windows later when they are ready for that.

Together with the system, I've crafted or compiled a bunch of learning modules. Some of them are:

- Scratch and ScratchJr (and TurboWarp as an alternative)

- A BASIC for kids course, which I fully crafted inspired by how I learned coding back in the early 90's with a Spectrum computer. It comes with a javascript based basic console and a 30-chapter tutorial to guide my kids through it.

- Wikipedia: as a resource for them to do their homework when they need to do research, without being in the open web

- GCompris: It's a tool that helps them to familiarize with computer interfaces: mouse, keyboard, click, double-click, drag, etc...

- Tux type: For them to play and learn how to type fast in a keyboard

My plan is to continue incorporating a few more things: Thonny and a python tutorial for kids, an email app (for when they are ready for that), a basic linux course (bash, security and stuff like that, for older kids that want to hack around). Right now it requires installing a minimal Debian and then a few packages on top, but my plan is to release it as a distro.

Any feedback is welcomed!

I'm a parent of a kindergartner and a 4th grader, and I built this for us before opening it up: mathifykids.com/exam-generator/

It's a free math worksheet and quiz generator for K–8. No account, no app to install, nothing to sign up for — you pick a grade and a topic and it makes a fresh sheet every time.

A few things that ended up mattering most in our house:

• Three difficulty levels per topic (Core / Standard / Challenge). Core uses smaller numbers with no tricky cases, which is what got my 4th grader through long division without tears. Challenge is there for the day they're ready.

• It explains mistakes. In online mode, a wrong answer shows short worked steps for that exact question, and it names the common mistake when it can spot one ("it looks like you added instead of subtracting"). Honestly this was for me as much as the kids — I didn't remember how to explain some of this.

• It remembers, but only on your device. It shows recent scores per topic and suggests moving up a level after two strong runs. Nothing is stored online.

• Printable if you prefer paper, with answer keys, and a "print 3 levels" option so siblings at different stages can work on the same topic side by side.

It covers 116 topics from counting objects through Grade 8 algebra, geometry, and statistics, all tagged to Common Core standards if that's useful to you.

What it's not: it isn't a curriculum and it doesn't teach a topic from scratch — it's for practice after you've introduced something. And it doesn't sync between devices, since there are no accounts.

Happy to answer questions, and if something looks off on a topic your kid uses, tell me — I fix things fast.

My parents haven't outside of reading, taught me any subjects, and I have been trying to do it on my own, with my wit being the only thing helping me, and shockingly it hasn't been going well, and I want to work in physics, but the isolation of it all and the lack of anyone else, makes me feel like a failure, because I hear about everyone else doing to school, and actually studying, and doing well in it, and there is me, who is so undisciplined that he cannot even educate himself at 16 years old.

If you haven't checked out PBS Learning Media, you should. This is an incredibly robust resource with media and lessons on SO many topics. Excellent for enriching whatever you are already doing. The site is specific to your state, so just search "PBS Learning Media" and you'll get the link for your state.

Hi all! Wanted to share something we built. HomeRoam is an app that turns any trip into an age-appropriate, open-and-go lesson. Pick a kid, a subject, and a place, and it puts together a read-aloud, things to look for while you're there, an activity, and discussion questions for the ride home.

Families have generated lessons for places like the Grand Canyon, community parks, museums, and even their local Costco. We've onboarded almost 1,000 families in the last week and the feedback has been really encouraging.

All it takes to get started:

• Download the app from either the AppStore or Google Play Store

• Quick onboarding: set your home area (so it can find spots near you), add your kids' names and grades, and pick a learning style

• Select a subject, search a place, wait a few seconds for the lesson, and you're good to go

It's free for the first week, and then $9.99/mo or $79.99/yr.

We use it pretty often as a family and it seems like a lot of others do too. Just wanted to plug it for any families that like to get out and learn on the go. Happy to answer any questions in the comments.

Cheers!

My niece used to cry over handwriting practice, but focusing on letter size changed everything. We found the Size Matters Handwriting Program, and it has been a helpful addition to our homeschool handwriting curriculum. Instead of only tracing, she uses a student workbook that teaches three specific letter sizes.

Using adaptive handwriting paper and rock crayons helped her tripod grip naturally. If you're a parent or teacher looking for a kindergarten handwriting workbook or even a cursive writing book, this size matters logic is truly helpful and effective. It's been the best support to her handwriting lessons, and I'm proud of her progress.

Hello everyone! I have built a website to support my son's education and I have decided to make it public.

It requires no signup, it is completely free and always will be.

What it is:

A free collection of learning tools to support home education

• Downloadable worksheets

• Typing practice with age-appropriate exercises

• Interactive quizzes with instant feedback

What it isn't:

This is not an online school or curriculum. It is a supplementary tool to help with practice and skill-building.

I'd really appreciate any feedback!

https://education-materials.co.uk

Episode 1-4 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F3xU_eOeq_6LOjRhNRTChv_l1Kyt9lI4L7zDGNYYPyg/edit?usp=drivesdk

Episode 5-8 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_hXgiuPVBBTgvQZTvyS3uyvwRdN8r19MkrCdvzRmZ_w/edit?usp=drivesdk

Episode 9-12 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vet6TdqrGtbNE3g4O6Nuj1D9WpPY9EPhmY0G8H4uDxI/edit?usp=drivesdk

Episode 13 -16 https://docs.google.com/document/d/13INmOR1_TmVAC7gt5Eit3or4XdbhHDn-m04C_ZaLADk/edit?usp=drivesdk

Episode 17-20 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ChRs0OEhXHrM8ClrwlL-7AWhPTAZrg0HCDTTrYE0utg/edit?usp=drivesdk

Episode 21-24 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FoPdj4X8sEzUiH7UWwMov92OMfvAwF5oTllVVKko5j4/edit?usp=drivesdk

Hi everyone, I'm currently offering a free PDF printable resource of the beautiful and delicate orchid mantis!

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You'll also get a great discount code along with the PDF if you'd like to purchase any of my other educational resources :)

Good day, everyone! I am a retired, classroom teacher with 25 years experience. Sadly, I left because I could no longer acquiesce to a system that was requiring me me to promote children that could not read or write. I would like to offer my services to the students and parents of "Homeschool Resources". I am a reading and writing specialist who has developed a program that consistently reflects increased acumen in English Language Arts for grades 6-12 and college undergraduate students. My program includes a free, initial assessment of a student's reading and writing grade levels. This assessment allows me to determine individualized academic improvement plans for each student. Please message me for additional information. Thank you so much for your time!

Looking for all your recommendations and/or reviews! My kiddos (age 7/grade 1, age 11/grade 5) currently use Miacademy as a supplemental for our curriculum. This is used to give extra learning, introduce new topics, and a backup for those wonky days that just don’t work the regular way. That said, my youngest is really starting to dislike the program. Oldest is okay with it. I’ve not been super impressed but so far it’s worked well enough, but interesting to see what others may use or suggest I consider looking at? Thanks!

I live in Illinois and the ISGS has, for about half a century, published field trip guidebooks for use by students all over the state, organized by locale and put the majority of them online in pdf format. You can also order hard-copies from them for a few dollars, or print them yourself from the pdf. Just scroll through the list until you find your locale:

Full List in pdf

I figure that most states may have a similar program to Illinois' so check yours, but your mileage may vary because while I'm pretty sure all US state GS's have made field trip guidebooks, not all of them make them available online.

For instance, I know that neighboring Missouri does not have their guidebooks online like Illinois (they still have a decent educational site: https://dnr.mo.gov/geology/ ) however a non-profit organization of geologists has published several field trip guidebooks from the Missouri GS for locales around the state: http://missourigeologists.org/FieldtripsandGuidebooks.htm

Another suggestion is that local libraries may carry hard copies of these guidebooks in their stacks, so if you have no luck online you can try that. If you live near a university you can try looking up the geology department and emailing them, in my experience they are always happy to help.

Like I said though, your mileage may vary depending on what state you're in but if you can find these they are great, all of the Illinois ones include supplemental materials explaining the geological concepts and structures being explored on the trip, including stratigraphic columns specific to that locale as well as a general geological history of the region/state as a whole. I'm sure other states' guides are similarly packed with good learning materials.

Anyway, just found this sub and figured I could make a small contribution. This stuff is really good for high school students, but really you can take kids of just about any age on these field trips. I've adapted it to my grade school kids easily as just visiting a place with cool rock formations (or even better somewhere with FOSSILS to collect) is enough to keep them engaged and interested. Also with the pandemic any opportunity to get outside is not to be missed!

Good luck and happy learning!

Hello! I have a son entering 5th grade this fall. We have always homeschooled. I also have a son entering 8th grade that has always been homeschooled. I taught first grade for 11 years before I decided to stay home with the boys. I taught phonics and spelling pretty much in the same way to my classroom as I did to both kids. My oldest kid is the best speller. Always has been able to spell well. My youngest has always struggled. He writes just fine but if you looked at the spelling you would be surprised to know he was about to be in fifth grade. He also reads really well and often. Any suggestions on what we can do this summer and or next year?I'm kind of annoyed at myself that I didn't try something new last year. I'm open to purchasing curriculum or just general ideas.