Adventurous Homeschoolers

Yesterday, we began with our season of learning. Although, when are we not? I have found this summer to be rich with lessons, experiences and reflection of the previous year. I am trying to learn how to release control of standing in front of them to "teach" them an actual lesson. Yes, that is one way to teach and learn. However, I want them to become independent thinkers and learners. The day started with invitations to learn. I had it all planned for them to wake up at 9, eat breakfast and then begin school. Then, I had to remind myself, we left that schedule for a reason. If I really want independent learning to be natural, I need to see them make the choice to begin. We all know how being told to do something feels. So, I wrote encouraging notes inviting them to learn this year along with the books that correlate with their lessons. I picked flowers from our garden and placed them on their desks. This act was really humbling. My goal for the day was for them to flip

There are so many resources for homeschoolers in the Front Royal/Winchester area. Families are forever adapting and evolving with creative and highly motivated learners, so there are always new groups forming. Listed below are groups that motivate and support home education. Classical Conversations Foundations, Essentials and Challenge Front Royal, VA Winchester, VA FLAMES Homeschool Sports Front Royal, VA H.E.A.R.T.H (a social group) Front Royal, VA Padre Pio Learning Center Front Royal, VA SAIL Co-op Winchester, VA Samuels Public Library Front Royal, VA Stepping Stones Co-op Winchester, VA The STEAM School Marshall, VA Think Tank Co-Op Winchester, VA WAHA Winchester, VA Warren County and Surrounding Areas Homeschoolers Front Royal, VA Did I miss your group? Would you like to add your favorite resource? Please comment below! Jessica Dean Homeschool Educator and Learner jessicadean06@gmail.com photo credit www.vi