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One would assume that educating your child at home would be inexpensive, however, that is in fact, not the case.  In order to ensure that a child is able to compete with traditional school goers, the actual cost is surprisingly high.

Consider this, in order to educate a child properly, is necessary to have textbooks, and up-to-date computer, a fast Internet connection, school supplies, and a proper learning environment.

Specific  course materials, proper lighting, ergonomic furniture and when necessary specialized tutors who are, adept in more advanced subjects, all have costs.  Field trips and get-togetherness with other homeschooled children for the purpose of socialization cost money.

In addition, the parent primarily responsible for the homeschooling now becomes a stay-at-home parent, someone who cannot join the workforce and bring income into the household.

When added up, the total cost of homeschooling your child properly may be staggering.

However many people believe the price is well worth and have been successful in reducing the costs to a manageable level.

Households with more than one child can reuse the course material on successive children.

Your public library can be an excellent source of material.  And the Internet offers free resources easily found and free for the taking.

Locating other homeschool families, to share the burden and exchange materials, ideas and resources can lower the cost dramatically. Such relationships can also enable you to share costs of field trips, projects and other activities.

Bartering for services is also an option.  If you can teach piano, perhaps someone in your homeschooling  support group can teach art.

Homeschooling can be done on a budget, but whatever the price, parents of homeschoolers believe that you can’t put a price tag on your child’s development.  They believe that whatever the cost, the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

Additional Home Schooling Resources

Home Schooling Guidebook: “Thinking About Homeschooling? Read This Book First!”

Homeschool.com: Everything you’ll ever want to know about home schooling.

KnowledgeQ: “Are you brand new to homeschooling? Or perhaps just frustrated and need direction and encouragement? Don’t let self-doubt, or lack of experience, rob you of the best first year possible!”

Everyday Education: “Everyday Education- Literature, Home School Teens, Etc. Homeschool Through High School & Beyond With Easy To Use Resources!”

Guide To Successful Home Schooling: “What Every Parent Should Know About Home Schooling Their Child.”

3Moms: Home School the Easy Way. Homeschool Curriculum Ideas For Parents