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Deborah Wuehler and family

I meet many moms who are nervous about homeschooling based on one thing: higher math. Or others believe that because they are not good at math, they can only homeschool through elementary or junior high, but never through high school. I have living proof that children can learn math even without our help. I have two boys who learned algebra on their own at home, without me teaching them. They both had computer CDs that walked them through every math step because I couldn't. They then went on to take college algebra and both received an A.

If you are one of those moms who thinks you can't teach your children, believe me, you will do just fine. There are tons of resources available to help you with math and every other subject out there. We have had math products reviewed by moms just like you and have found hundreds of wonderful helps.

I believe that as you obey God and teach your children at home, He provides the wisdom, direction, and help you need. And I believe He rewards obedience with results. He truly is a rewarder of those who obey him, and He rewards those who diligently seek Him. May we be both, as we trust God with algebra and everything else that makes us anxious.

Is algebra too hard? Make it simple, by trusting God to lead you to the right tools, and then dig in.

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6, 7

~ Deborah

Hey from Gena 

Gena Suarez

Gena Suarez, Publisher of TOS     

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That may seem strange to some, but I'd been teaching from the textbook for a number of years, had taught my girls how to follow directions, to read, and to ask questions if you didn't understand those directions. I had also taught them that if you really want to learn something you will have to go at it yourself, because I don't know how to knit, ride a horse, or a great many other things they developed interest in-including algebra. Learning is their responsibility; my responsibility is to give them the tools.  

Now you may be thinking, "That's all fine and dandy for you, but I have a child who has some problems." I have children like that too, but that doesn't change the roles of responsibility. You can lead a child to the curriculum, but you can't make her learn from it if she doesn't want to. Obviously that's where knowing how your child learns is important, as well as finding curriculum and/or other fascinating books that totally draws them in and tricks them into enjoying learning. That's why homeschooling's cool! 

Take a look at these resources that can help your child look at math (algebra) differently.

• The Cryptoclub: Using Mathematics to Make and Break Secret Codes--This is a PDF freebie! Algebra is like doing detective work. A fact is missing, and you have to ferret it out.
• Crimes and Mathdemeanors--A fun look at solving crimes using math. High school level.
• Algebra Survival Guide and Workbook--Today's survival

  Tia Linschied

  guides are usually pretty amusing, and this one is no exception. You and your child can survive algebra!

Last, but not least, a tutor is a pretty simple solution. The only problem may be in finding one, and for cheap! Usually a friend, grandparent, uncle, or even one of your older children can help. They've all helped me!