Raphael said:We were planning on private schooling for our daughter. never really thought about homeschooling seriously, but we've got a few years before we decide. jeez, if she had this pessimist teaching her she might turn out not-so well-balanced.
Dear Raphael:
Look into the various support groups for Homeschoolers. When my son was a toddler, the homeschool support group allowed me to come and visit on park days and field trips (if age appropriate). My son really enjoyed this and he decided that he wanted to be homeschooled.
You are in charge of picking your own curricula to fit you and your child. This is the way it should be. Every child is different. If you can find an interesting curricula, teaching will be a joy. Find subjects that interest you and you have a win-win situation. You can get books with all kinds of interesting experiments. Your daughter can build furniture with you or redesign her bedroom for an art project. I had my son put together a dresser for a unit in following instructions.
Another fact - being around your own child can be a real joy. Instead of the teacher tolerating her, you can really enjoy her.
Yours in Christ,
Elizabeth
Are there any comments from Catholic Homeschoolers? Have you been successful? Please tell us your stories. Any suggestions?