Homeschooling on the Cheap

Before we get too far, I'd like to address what I mean by the phrase 'homeschooling on the cheap'.

Homeschooling can be a very big drain on a parent's finances. You have to buy the books, the paper, the pens, etc. Sometimes you have to pay for classes outside the home, or for fees at local organizations (like a gym for phys. ed. or the local swimming pool, etc.). You can even buy curriculum materials and pay for testing. However, none of this has to break the bank, so to speak.

Throughout this blog experience, we'll be working on ways to help combat those costs. Whether it's buying used textbooks (online or at your local used bookstore), or finding inexpensive ways to expose your children to the world (finding free classes and free places to take your children on fieldtrips), or when the time comes, places you can apply for college scholarships.

It's not that your children aren't worth the expense. They certainly are worth it. But as with anything in life, why pay more than you have to?

If you have a tip or suggestion about this or anything related to education, please feel free to contact us. Either via the comment chains or by emailing homeedmusings@gmail.com.

Thank you.