Homeschool Organization: Summer Learning with Large FamiliesThe expression “the more the merrier” rings especially true in the case of summer learning. If you have a large family, you probably watch your purse strings closely. It’s also likely you’ve already discovered there aren’t enough hours in the day to take each child to all the activities he or she might like. Summertime can bring with it financial pressure and feelings of being stretched thin. Fortunately, knowing how to enjoy a good time is a prominent feature of many large families. Siblings might stage a theatrical production, play team sports or take on a major building project all while developing important cooperation and communication skills.
Most large families I spoke with agreed that keeping expectations realistic and households organized were key components of a successful summer learning plan. The ideas above will benefit any family who follows them, but they are especially helpful for large families managing multiple schedules and summer learning plans. For additional summer learning ideas, check out The Summertime Survival Guide. |
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