{"id":65144,"date":"2024-03-19T08:40:38","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T12:40:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplehomeschool.net\/?p=65144"},"modified":"2026-02-11T11:23:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T16:23:52","slug":"homeschooling-middle-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplehomeschool.net\/homeschooling-middle-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Homeschooling Middle School: What’s The Same vs. What’s Different"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Homeschooling<\/a><\/p>\n

Homeschooling Middle School: What’s The Same vs. What’s Different ~
\n<\/i>Written by Jessica Waldock of\u00a0<\/i>The Waldock Way<\/strong><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

At first, homeschooling middle school feels like a big challenge. Suddenly, you\u2019re facing new emotions and a new level of independence. Most of the things your child used to think were fun are \u201cboring\u201d and \u201clame\u201d now.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, there\u2019s a lot about homeschooling during the middle school years that stays the same. Middle school kids still want to have fun and have a strong connection with you, even if they think your jokes aren\u2019t funny anymore.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Keep reading to get the scoop on what\u2019s the same and what\u2019s different about homeschooling middle school. Plus, get some tips from a mom who\u2019s made the transition to help you face the challenges of homeschooling middle school this year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Transitioning To Middle School In Your Homeschool<\/span><\/h2>\n

In a lot of small ways, homeschooling has changed, but there are lots of ways it\u2019s still the same too.\u00a0<\/span>It\u2019s crazy to think about how much older Emily is getting and what that means for our homeschool. At first, I thought transitioning to middle school would be a challenge and I wasn\u2019t sure if I was ready to meet it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gradually, I\u2019ve come to discover that we can keep doing the same things with just a bit of revision.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Homeschooling<\/p>\n

Homeschooling Middle School: What Has Changed<\/span><\/h2>\n

Homeschooling in middle school can be intimidating. I won\u2019t say that it\u2019s the same because a lot has changed since we started diving into the middle school years. We still play lots of games, prioritize our family connection, and focus on Emily\u2019s passions and interests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, there\u2019s a lot that has changed in our homeschool too!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s Harder to Have Fun<\/span><\/h3>\n

Homeschooling middle school sometimes means that having fun is a bit more challenging. Remember kindergarten when a game of Candy Land and writing letters in the sandbox was a great homeschool day?<\/strong> Well, middle school is different.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes middle schoolers feel stuck between trying to be cool and still enjoying the things they did when they were little. Even if they\u2019d still like to play Candy Land, they\u2019ll never admit it. That means homeschooling parents may have to get creative with school assignments and curriculum choices.<\/span><\/p>\n

There aren\u2019t always fun activities and games built into every middle school curriculum. I have to put forth extra effort to keep things fun while meeting our middle school learning goals. Fortunately, with a little extra effort, having fun while homeschooling middle school is still possible.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

New Emotions<\/span><\/h3>\n

Middle schoolers come with all kinds of new emotions that can throw a curve ball in your homeschool plans. They\u2019re dealing with lots of big changes. Sometimes we get blindsided by big emotions or emotional outbursts we weren\u2019t expecting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes these new emotions mean we have to switch up our plans for the day or that academics need to take a backseat.<\/strong> I stay focused on prioritizing a strong connection with Emily and teaching her that emotional health is important. Teaching our middle schoolers skills, like how to have a growth mindset and how to use mindfulness tools can be just as important as learning about algebra or history.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Independence<\/span><\/h3>\n

Another thing that\u2019s changed about homeschooling middle school is Emily\u2019s level of independence. She\u2019s able to complete lessons and face academic challenges without my help. That\u2019s a bittersweet change for me.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Suddenly, she\u2019s capable of doing so much on her own and wants to do it alone too. It is challenging to step back after years of being a very hands-on homeschool parent!\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

At the same time, middle schoolers are caught between that newfound independence and their dependence on us. That means we have to make challenging decisions about what they\u2019re ready for and what they might not be able to do independently right now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes, your middle schooler might even surprise you by asking for your help with something you know they can do on their own.<\/strong> It\u2019s okay to say yes sometimes when that happens. After all, fostering connection is still important for homeschooling middle school.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Homeschooling<\/p>\n

Homeschooling Middle School: Most Is The Same!<\/span><\/h2>\n

Fortunately, homeschooling middle school is mostly the same. We kept the same priorities: interest-led learning, strengthening our family relationships, and having fun homeschooling.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Strewing<\/span><\/h3>\n

We\u2019re still doing many of the things that worked well last year in our homeschool For example, <\/span>strewing<\/span><\/a>. Strewing has been an important part of our homeschool routine for years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that we\u2019re in the middle school years, strewing is often about books, games, and tech resources as opposed to crafts and building materials.<\/strong> We are big fans of strewing single-player games too.<\/span><\/p>\n

Morning Baskets<\/span><\/h3>\n

We are still enjoying our morning basket time together while homeschooling middle school. <\/span>Morning baskets for middle schoolers<\/span><\/a> can still have lots of fun activities and opportunities for connection. The challenge is that the materials are often very different from what used to be in our morning baskets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, morning baskets begin our day with themed poetry, stories, and games.<\/strong> They have also become an easy way for me to squeeze in subjects like poetry or foreign languages that sometimes fall through the cracks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Homeschooling middle school can be a challenge in the beginning, but I think you\u2019ll find that not everything has changed. Even though some things are different, it\u2019s a good difference.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"Homeschooling<\/a><\/p>\n

What’s Your Homeschool Mom Personality? Take Jamie’s quiz now<\/a><\/strong> and receive a free personality report to help you organize your homeschool based on what your type needs most!<\/em><\/p>\n

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