The Traditional Method

The traditional method of teaching is recreating a public school classroom in your home. You will probably use a packaged curriculum filled with textbooks, worksheets, and tests to determine if your child understands the material. Each child will most likely have their own desk, and you will have a set time each day in which you follow a strict schedule.

This method of teaching is great for some children. This could also be a great way for a new home school family that is unsure of their ability to start out with. This method would ensure that you did not fall behind or miss anything. For children who have attended public school and are just making the change to homeschooling, this could help to provide a familiar environment, and help in the transition period.

This year I did set up a classroom, and purchased a boxed curriculum. The schedules worked well for my children, (ADHD children thrive on routine) But we did have to adapt. The biggest problem we had was learning to be flexible with our styles of learning. I found myself feeling bound to the workbooks, and tests. When Hailey did not seen to be able to pass the tests the traditional way, I wondered what was wrong with me as a teacher. I later discovered that she could pass every test when they were given a different way.

All in all there are pros and con's to this method of teaching, and you just have to find what is best for your family.