In my opinion, teaching is one of the most admirable professions an individual could fulfill. Coming from a daughter whose mom was a Kindergarten and First-Grade Teacher for 30+ years, I’ve had a lifetime of being under teacher influences. Through my own school environments or those of my mom’s, I was continuously surrounded by a host of incredible educators, whose animated styles for delivering quality instruction propelled me into thinking about teaching as a future career choice. However, it only took growing up to realize that, for me personally, I only enjoyed the art of teaching on a when-Jana-wants-to basis. And I definitely knew I wouldn’t last long if I were to ever teach as a full-time professional. (Hats off to those who patiently deal with other people’s children day in and day out).
But little did I know that, with my third child, I would end up doing the very thing I witnessed my mom doing for many years. Homeschooling Little Man for first and second grades was such a privilege. The joy that I experienced daily while observing my child’s mind grasp the comprehension of letters, numbers, words, math, academic subjects, and study behaviors has been life-changing. It’s difficult to match the exhilaration felt when you’re present to see the light bulb come on and immediately realize that your child “gets it”. The feeling is a lot like being there for your child’s firsts (first smile, first word, first step, first day of school, graduation, and so on).
So, while the homeschool effects are still flowing through my veins, I’m going to occasionally share a few tips I’ve learned along the way. (The majority of them can actually be used for children who go to brick-and-mortar schools as well). And please note…we don’t need a professional/homeschool title or the prescribed curriculum in order to teach. Moms and dads teach their children through the examples they set every day. Love your job, parents. Your child’s quality of learning depends on it.
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