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Handling Homeschool Burnout

When a parent takes on the responsibility of educating his or her child, homeschool burnout is one of the more common issues they have to deal with. There are many reasons that lead to this burnout: an illness, a new baby, added responsibility, change in routine etc.

The symptoms of burnout vary from lack of patience to overeating and crying without any apparent reasons. Surprisingly, a burnout need not be such a bad thing. It is a wake-up call - an indicator that things are not going well and that you need to reschedule. Reversing or avoiding a burnout is possible if you get fair warning.

Firstly, lower your expectations. Do not be a perfectionist. Take the good days with the bad. Next, when something does not seem to work, look for alternative methods. Flexibility is a key factor. If tension starts mounting, take a break. When necessary, change the style of teaching. For instance, small children love to take on their spellings when they quiz an adult.

Avoid overkill. Do not pack too many activities for the sake of socializing your child. A worn out mom means a grouchy kid and that means no happiness. Get support from your spouse or a neighbor or a support group. Don't try to achieve everything by yourself. Homeschooling means 'happy schooling' - don't forget that.

  • Debra Bell's Home School Resource Center - Curriculum provider of homeschool and educational materials. HSRC hosts the Young Writer's Institute, and Bell's articles, biography, and speaking schedule. There is also a special section listing information on Pennsylvania testing for homeschoolers.
    -- http://www.hsrc.com/  
  • The Home School Learning Network - Enrollment program dedicated to home education.
    -- http://homeschoollearning.com  
  • LDS Total Home School - Discussion for families that have all of their children in the home school, and none of them in the public schools.
    -- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LDStotalhomeschool  
  • The Home School Source - Services include a lending library with mailing direct to homes, a curriculum and book store, swap and discussion boards, and events listings.
    -- http://www.thehomeschoolsource.com  
  • Home School Families of Twins (HSFT) - Resource for educating, encouraging, and inspiring families with twins or triplets of all ages. Veteran home schooling moms helping those with new multiples for a fee.
    -- http://www.flash.net/~hsft/  
  • Scholastic Achievement and Demographic Characteristics of Home School Students - A large study comparing home school students and their counterparts.
    -- http://www.hslda.org/docs/study/rudner1999/Rudner0.asp  
  • More Information about Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) - A critical look at HSLDA, and examination of legalities of homeschooling.
    -- http://www.homeschoolingislegal.info/  
  • Homeschool: HSLDA-Home School Legal Defense Association: ... Top Stories Archive Homeschool kids making a difference This Week On Eta Sigma Alpha National Home School Honor Society Your child can improve his leadership skills and his college prospects by joining ... www.hslda.org 8/3/2005
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