If you are considering homeschooling, but have absolutely no budget for it, then this post should be an encouragement to you. You CAN homeschool for FREE!
You may ask,
What is Free Homeschooling? How can I homeschool for FREE?
Now that homeschooling is becoming a “thing” in the U.S., and more and more families are choosing home education over public or private institutions, there are so many families new to homeschooling who think they can’t afford it. So they (referral link for Swagbucks–>) search for “free homeschool curriculum” everywhere they can find it. Free homeschooling is the practical use of free printables, free unit studies, and free samples and trials of curricula in order to provide a completely free home education for your child. Here is how YOU can do it!
How to Search for Free Homeschool Curriculum
Finding free homeschool resources can be a little time consuming, but it’s not that hard, I promise! Usually, a simple Google (or Swagbucks) or Pinterest search will bring up the resources you need. You just need to know where to begin, right? Starting with nothing is scary! This blog is created to help you in your search for FREE homeschool deals for your family. I give you a framework and a plan of action so that you know how to homeschool for FREE.
Finding Free Homeschool Printables and Samples
Free (and Frugal) homeschooling mom blogs will help you find the free curriculum and supplements that you need to successfully homeschool your child without spending even a penny. There are tons of them out there! Seek them out, follow them, sign up for their email lists, and grab all the freebies you can! File them away and pull them up when you need them. You can NEVER have too many FREE homeschool downloads, and there’s nothing wrong with hoarding them!
So How do I find Completely FREE Homeschool Curriculum Local to Me?
Use local and national resources to find access to free homeschool curriculum. Places like local Facebook groups (search Facebook for “Homeschool Curriculum +Free” or “[your city name] +homeschool” and you’ll be amazed at groups you can participate in to find free homeschool curriculum! There are even national groups (such as the non-profit 501(c)(3) Homeschool Curriculum Free for Shipping) on Facebook that allow people to share nationwide for a tax-deductible receipt! Join a local co-op which may have used curriculum swaps/trades occasionally. Ask about resources from friends in your community. And by all means – visit your local library often.
Is Homeschooling for Free Impossible?
Homeschooling for free is doable if you have the determination to search in the right places. Find a few homeschooling mom blogs you love, and follow them faithfully, find a homeschool blogger who meets your needs. Never tire of daily searches for information, since new homeschool blogs start up every day, and new printables for homeschool families are created and posted daily as well. This is a wonderful time for free and frugal homeschool families! The resources are endless!
Maybe I can be the best free homeschooling mom blog for you. That’s what I’m here for! You can email me anytime at thefrugalhomeschoolingmom[at]gmail[dot]com. I love to help you learn how to homeschool for free (or frugal!)