3 Things Every Homeschooler Needs to Know
espite anticipated technical issues, the first annual Islamic Homeschool Convention was a success Alhamdulillah. Uplifting, would be my first choice of word, if I had to choose just one. For new and veteran homeschoolers, alike, it provided motivation to continue striving on the path of home educating, and it was a renewal of genuine passion […]
Read More...It’s on the Internet, so, it Must be True
kay, okay. We all know this isn’t the case. While the Internet affords us the convenience of research at our fingertips in the comfort of our own homes from a plethora of sources, these sources may or may not be reviewed and regulated the way a reference source from the library is. You, yourself, may […]
Read More...Homeschoolers Wear About 10 Different Hats on A Usual Day
s a homeschooler, there’s no doubt about the huge load of responsibilities you have. You must multi-task and work well under pressure, while maintaining a friendly and enthusiastic attitude. You must also be a teacher, curriculum specialist, guidance counselor, secretary, school nurse, and janitor, in addition to, all the other mom jobs. With all of […]
Read More...When They’re Old Enough to be Independent, but Your Children are Anything but…
oday, creativity, unique thought, even having your own opinion is no longer valued in the way that it should be. Creative people are a dying species. It is creative people, and people who think outside the box, who have the capacity to really make a difference in the world. These are the people who […]
Read More...What you do Today Affects your Children’s High School Readiness
knew homeschooling was right for us early on, but high school—sure, I graduated high school, but how much do I remember about math, history? And how will I know what to teach and when? High school is run by professionals so who am I to think that I can homeschool my kids and have them […]
Read More...How to Eat Healthy when you’re a Busy Homeschooler
rom the moment you had your child, you probably started to put your health on the back burner. Add in homeschooling to the mix, and you probably don’t even have time to think about your health. This may result in you feeling low energy levels, seeing negative health consequences, or even feeling burned out. Ultimately, […]
Read More...Islamic-Inspired Art Textiles from ‘Handmade Beginnings’
t was during the two years that my mom homeschooled me, in grade six and seven, that I got my first real taste of creativity and art. I remember an art lesson my mom gave me. She told me to simply look at a bowl of fruit and to draw it with some […]
Read More...Interview on Homeschooling with Nada Wafa
Nada Wafa is a passionate homeschooler living in Apex, North Carolina. A full-time mother of three, she has a 4-year-old daughter, 2-year-old son, and 6-month-old baby girl. She has experience teaching in both North Carolina and Jordan, where she lived for five years. She’s currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Curriculums and Instruction with a […]
Read More...Do you Know your Child’s Learning Style?
Learning is not one-size-fits-all; each individual has their own unique learning style. Learning is a complex process that requires new information to be acquired, processed, and applied. Once you determine the best way in which your child processes information,
Read More...Quick Guide to Begin Islamic Homeschooling
So you’ve decided to homeschool your children. Or maybe you’re still just considering it. You may be feeling overwhelmed at where and how to begin. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Below I’ve compiled and organized research on where to begin the process. You’ll also find valuable links to Islamic educational resources that you […]
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