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The Frederick Homeschool Mom Journal


Finding Your Fit: A Gentle Guide to Homeschooling Styles
When you're just getting started (or even if you’ve been at this a while), figuring out how to homeschool can feel overwhelming. With so...
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How to Start Homeschooling in Maryland: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Thinking about homeschooling in Maryland? You're in the right place! Here's a straightforward guide to help you navigate the process with...
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What’s a Homeschool Umbrella Anyway? (Maryland Edition)
If you’ve been in the Maryland homeschool world for more than five minutes, you’ve probably heard someone say, “We’re with an umbrella.”...
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What Counts as “School”? Understanding Informal Learning in Your Homeschool
If you’ve ever looked at your homeschool week and thought, “We didn’t get much done…” take a moment. Chances are that your kids learned...
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How to Wrap Up Your Homeschool Year: Fun and Easy Portfolio Ideas
As the homeschool year winds down, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with everything left to do — especially when it comes to wrapping it all up neatly. But what if closing out your year could actually feel fun, meaningful, and even... easy? In this post, I’m sharing some of my favorite portfolio ideas that are both stress-free and sweetly sentimental — perfect for showcasing your child’s growth without burning out at the finish line.
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