Itâs hard to believe that itâs already August and Back to School time again!
Do you homeschool throughout the summer? We try to use the summer as a more relaxed catch up time with space for all the summery things that pop up - birthday parties, trips, church camps, etc.
This month we have some ideas to help you get in the mood to start up schooling in earnest again.
Below youâll find an article by my friend Heather with some amazing ideas to create new traditions in your home to make the start of the school year stand out. Different cultures have Back to School traditions, too.
đHave you ever heard of a German "SchultĂźte" or âschool coneâ? It is filled with candy, surprises, and school supplies to help ring in the new school year. To me, it sounds like a Christmas stocking but with pencils, erasers, and the like!
đ¤In Japan, students usually have an entrance ceremony on the first day of school where the principal gives âopening remarks encouraging the new students to have an enjoyable and rewarding experience in school.â Other talks are given from older students to younger students and then they all sing a song together.
âď¸In India, families ring in the first day of school - called âpraveshanotshavanâ or Admission Day - by giving students new umbrellas! The start of the school year lines up with when the rainy season there starts and itâs a way of communicating love and care for the students.
I hope these ideas help you create an environment of joy in your home and in your homeschool overall.
Thank you for reading,
Jessica Lovett
THSC Lead Editor & Writer
âBe patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lordâs coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lordâs coming is near.â -James 5:7-8
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Back to School Traditions
Having a few traditions can make homeschooling feel special. This can help your child overcome the feeling of being left out when they see peers take part in common public school traditions. It also helps build relationships, memories, and excitement throughout the school year.
The following are a few tips that can be adapted to your homeschool for a unique, memorable, family experience. Read onâŚ
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