I was homeschooled from 6 till 9 years old. Approximately 4 years.
The reasons they took me out were primarily behavioural. I was very controlled by my Mum and due to being naturally curious, experimental and rebellious I clashed with her. I took out my frustrations at school where I felt I could express myself more. The school did not approve and my parents decided it was better to have me at home with my younger siblings where with The Lords help they could keep a closer eye on me.
Needless to say the issues with Mum only increased. We fought a lot. She was stressed and I needed space from her. It was volatile and in the end she was physically abusive.
She was also quite a good teacher and I enjoyed the curriculum which was Christian and from the US (I grew up in New Zealand). I loved the US history, especially the pioneering history and folklore. My Dad to sight me to question things and work with my hands (as well as constant Bible study). Mum taught me a love of the body, and science and nourished my physically with amazing food.
I played with my younger brother and sisters all the time and was allowed pretty free reign to explore and hurt myself. There were lots of good times too although I’m highly social and missed school. In the end I went back as Mum was not the right teacher for me and I needed more social time.
I loved school. Especially the practical subjects like wood work, art, and creative writing. I loved having girls in my class too and I made life long friends between ages 9 and 14.
School was good, homeschool was a great foundation. I liked the blend.
Currently have pulled out kids out of the education system and are travelling with all 4 of them. We are two month into World Schooling and considering keeping it going for a while. The online resources like Khan academy are amazing.
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