|  | |  | Considering Home Education? One Size Does NOT Fit All By Melissa Barreto Whatever your reasons are for wanting to home educate, you may be wondering what it can look like. Here are just few of the variations: - I know homeschoolers who dedicate learning spaces in their homes;
- and tons more who learn wherever the family happens to be gathered.
- I know homeschoolers who educate using lots of structured curricula;
- and many who don’t follow a curriculum at all.
- I know homeschoolers who believe homeschooling only counts when it happens inside the home, within the subjects and schedule that their state dictates;
- and others who wholeheartedly believe in home education as a lifestyle and learning as something that happens all the time, in every place, irregardless of whether the state has an established standard for it.
- I even know homeschoolers whose homeschool is actually an RV and they travel around the U.S., learning on-the-go.
Long story short: your homeschool can look like whatever works for your family. Let Writer Melissa Barreto help you consider whether homeschooling is right for your family, including starting with the right intentions. |
| | | Parenting Tip Decisions about education have to be revisited every year for a variety of reasons. Muslim parents need to identify options in the local area and determine which best suits the entire family. Homeschooling is always an option. |
| |  | Emphasize Connection Over Curriculum By Miriam Mohamed While focusing on curriculum is an important component of every type of “education,” there is another component that ultimately provides the atmosphere for growth, learning, and healthy development. That is making a connection with their hearts. Learn five tried-and-true tips to being physically and emotionally present for your child. |
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|  | Deschooling: What Parents Need to Do to Transition into Homeschooling By Sumayya Khan Seriously thinking of homeschooling your children? Great! But wait, there is something we parents must do before we begin educating at home. Deschooling yourself – the parent – is a very important process to help you move away from the school mindset when it comes to home education. Deschooling yourself means to let go of your recollection of school and what learning looks like within a school setting. Learn how our traditional images of “school” can get in the way of homeschooling if those memories dictate to you how your home-learning should be. |
| | | Islamic Guidance Children have rights upon their parents. Imam Al-Nawawi said: “The father must discipline his child and teach him what he needs to know of religious duties. This teaching is obligatory upon the father and all those in charge of children before the child reaches the age of adolescence." |
| |  | Examining Schooling Options for Muslim Children By Wendy Díaz If you are a parent of school-aged children or toddlers approaching the age requirement to begin formal education, then you may be thinking about the best options for you and your family. Depending on where you currently reside, you might be contemplating private school, public school, or homeschool. Where you stand on the issue of education depends on a number of factors: socioeconomic status, area of residence, family dynamics, and religion – just to name a few. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we raise or educate our children. Writer Wendy Díaz examines several schooling options for Muslim children and what she learned from trying every one. |
| | | State Laws Vary Widely Homeschool laws vary across the U.S. and it is important to know these details in your state and county. The laws vary from requiring no notice or low regulation, to moderate regulation, to high regulation. Here are three examples: - In Connecticut, there is no notification required, no required teacher qualifications, no assessment requirements, or immunizaiton requirements. There are state-mandated subjects that must be taught, however.
- In California, there is a required notification, no teacher requirements (except in the case of a student tutored by a state-certified teacher), no required assessments nor immunizations. There are state-mandated subjects that must be taught, however. The state also provides a stipend to homeschooling families for the purchase of educational materials.
- In Pennsylvania, there is a required notification and some teacher qualifications. There are state-mandated subjects that must be taught and assessments that also must be taken to verify the child is meeting grade level requirements. There are also immunization requirements.
For more details and to find out what the requirements are in your state, visit the Homeschool Legal Defense Association’s website. |
| |  | Is Homeschooling the Right Choice for My Child with Special Needs? By Miriam Mohamed An advantage of homeschooling is that students can progress according to their own temperament and timetable. But can this non-traditional method be an option for a child with special needs? There are many factors to consider. Learn more from author Miriam Mohamed about the layers of resources that need to be considered and about how her family made their decision to opt for public education for their son Noah. |
| | | | | |  | Adam's World Video: Mistakes Are Important Adam has been extra hungry lately. Maybe it has something to do with the blessings found in his food. Learn more about the Sunnahs associated with eating. The Arabic letter “Seen” and the English letter “S” are featured for Sunnah. A nice nashid called “The Blue Sky Is Blue” by Dawud Wharnsby complements the lesson. (6:30) |
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|  | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. |
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