I head a support group for new homeschoolers. We call it Homeschooling 101. Anyone in the area that is new to homeschooling is welcome.
I had to cancel our regularly scheduled meeting last week because I was sick. So, we rescheduled for this past Thursday. There were just 2 in attendance, but we had a good time. We discussed teaching tips. I really felt like it helped spur on more than it did them.
It is so refreshing to be around these new homeschoolers. They are so energetic. But, at the same time they are apprehensive. They really want to do what's best for their children.
We will have our last meeting next month. We have four during the first semester and if there is enough interest (with the new crop of newbies) I will start over and do 4 in the Spring. The topics we cover are:
Getting Off To A Good Start
Choosing Curriculum
Teaching Tips
Socialization (mom and kids)
