Frequently Asked Homeschooling Questions at Lamp Post Homeschool Store

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Welcome to Frequently Asked Homeschooling Questions at Lamp Post Homeschool Store.  The following questions are linked to answers on this page:

Is home schooling legal in my state?

How can I place an order?

What payment methods do you accept?

Where do I start?

Which curriculum should I choose?

These questions are linked to answers on the second page of this article:

Frequently Asked Homeschooling Questions, Page 2

Is it expensive to purchase curriculum to teach your own children?

How do I teach several children who are all different ages?

What about teaching science and history in grades K-6?

What curriculum resources are available to homeschoolers?

 

Q: Is it legal to home school in my state?

You need to be familiar with your state law concerning the legalities of and the requirements for teaching your child(ren) at home.  We suggest that you do a search to find a homeschool support group in your state. They will be familiar with the law in your state.

Q:  How can I place an order?

You can place your order online with our shopping cart, by phone, or by mail.

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Q:  What payment methods do you accept?

Most major credit cards and PayPal are accepted. Checks (United States funds only) are also accepted by mail or through PayPal.

 
Q:  Where do I start?

First of all, pray for wisdom. There is a wealth of information about home schooling in the library, on the web, or in your local homeschool support group. So much is available that it can be overwhelming. The Lord will direct your steps if you ask Him.

Read books on homeschooling:  In our homeschooling section we have several books which cover this subject. I suggest reading a basic book on home schooling such as:

The Three R's by Dr. Ruth Beechick. Presents the basics for parents of children from K to 3rd grade.

Dr. Ruth Beechick’s Homeschool Answer Book

Things We Wish We'd Known Compiled by Bill and Diana Waring Tips from veteran homeschooling parents!

Beyond Survival by Diana Waring How homeschooling should be -- not textbook bound.

The Joyful Homeschooler by Mary Hood is a delightful book with insight into "real" home education.  I laughed and cried with Mary as I read about her homeschool experiences and what she learned.  It is a most useful book if you need to get the joy into your homeschool.

Teaching the Trivium: Christian Homeschooling in a Classical Style By Harvey and Laurie Bluedorn, who are parents of the authors of the Fallacy Detective and Thinking Toolbox.

Find a Support Group or Start a Homeschool Support Group.  Get connected with a local home school organization. Most of these books list contacts on a state level or you can try the Internet (which is probably how you found us!)  Other home schooling parents are a great source of encouragement and information.

Browse through our online catalog for more information on various products!

Lamp Post Homeschool Catalog

Or read a book on selecting curriculum that includes product reviews such as:

100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum By Cathy Duffy

Well Trained Mind by Susan Wise Bauer and Jesse Wise

 
Q:  Which curriculum should I choose?

Most of our first time homeschool customers prefer to go with a "canned" curriculum -- where everything is included -- because it makes them feel confident.  However, after the first year most homeschoolers are more experienced, relaxed and inspired.  They are ready to pursue curriculum that was specifically written and designed for homeschooling families by homeschooling authors.  This type of curriculum can be scary to a new homeschooler because there is so much freedom in selecting topics and methods of study.  That's why we try to include information in our product descriptions to help you make your curriculum selections.  You can also contact us if you have questions.  We will try to help or direct you to someone who can.

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