She has homeschooled her children for 25 years, written several homeschool books, and has her PhD in Curriculum and Instruction.  Think she knows a thing or two about the subject?

How to Select the Right Curriculum” by Dr. Mary Hood, an article published in The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, provides seven tips from a homeschool veteran.  And no surprise — curriculum shopping starts by changing our focus!

“[L]ook at your children as individuals and select experiences, methods, and materials based on their individual needs.”

Sage advice for all!

You’ll find more suggestions for curriculum shopping on our Managing Materials page.

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