Originally published on Get In, Hang On

I initally wrote this post for a discussion list that I’m on. It was
a response to a new homeschooler that was concerned about how to set up
a routine and structure. I’m posting it here because it clearly
explains how to be structured in what you are doing without losing the
freedoms that come with homeschooling.
Hi,

How structured or not that you want to be will develop with time
as you, your kids, and other members of your family find where they are
comfortable.

The totally unstructured, seem IMO, to not worry about a routine
at all. Some people keep a journal to keep track of what is getting
accomplished, and that will give you a feeling of accomplishment when
you can look back over it and realize that your kids are learning.

But if you have a desire for some structure, you might want to
try my method. First, come up with some ‘long-term’ goals. Where do you
want to be at the end of this school year? Since it’s your first year,
KEEP IT LOW KEY. You are in a transition period and what you are mostly
going for is the emotional growth that you are already starting to see.
Taking on too much, WILL short-circuit your success.

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