Homeschoolers Respond - Recap

Whenever two or more homeschoolers get together, just mention something about homeschooling and the conversation is off and running. Homeschoolers are notorious for supporting each other and helping each other succeed. Get involved with the conversation by visiting the Homeschooling Forum, by joining in the ever-popular blog comments, and now by sharing stories and tips about homeschooling. Enjoy these reader interaction links, then "share your stories and tips" too!

• Supportive Family?
  Support came eventually
  My parents weren't sure at first about us homeschooling the kids. "Public school was good enough for you" was their comment. Looking back, public school wasn't good enough for me...
• Nature Journals
  Gathered free seeds and lessons
  This year we asked all if we could collect seeds from their yards and pots...with a camera and baggies. We took pictures for the journals, collected flower heads, note book as we went along to gather information...
• Upper Level Books
  Montooth and the Canfield Witch
  My 13 year old daughter and 15 year old son call this the "coolest" book ever. Lots of action but a challenging vocabulary...
• Why Homeschool
  Adopted
  We adopted our two daughters several years ago and after some time in private school...
• Socialization
  Au contraire!
  Our experience has been that there will be families in this world that socialize and those who don't. It is not a matter of whether their kids go to school or not...
• Charlotte Mason
  We Love CM
  There is no doubt that the CM method was the right fit for our family. I can only explain it as a feeling of solidity, tangibility...